The most popular digital SLR sold today is the Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12 megapixle camera. The EOS Rebel XSi brings technological innovation to the semi-professional photographer. It features Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, plus a new 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor. The camera comes bundled with the new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens with Optical Image Stabilizer. The EOS Rebel XSi includes a new 3.0-inch LCD monitor, compatibility with SD and SDHC memory cards.

Canon EOS Rebel XSi highlights include:

• New Canon 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC III image processor offers the most pixels in its class.
• Analog to digital signal conversion is executed by a 14-bit processor, which generates digital data with incredibly smooth tones.
• Auto Optimization for tricky lighting conditions.
• 3.5 fps continuous shooting, up to 53 full-resolution JPEGs or 6 RAW images in a burst mode.
• New advanced features include spot metering, external flash settings on the camera's menu, and a new higher-magnification viewfinder.
• Self Cleaning Sensor Unit, Dust Delete Data Detection and much, much more.

The second most popular digital SLR is the Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP camera. It marries the 12.3MP resolution from the D300 with new groundbreaking features. The D90's breathtaking, low-noise image quality is further advanced with EXPEED image processing. Split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4.5 frames-per-second provide the power to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly.

Outfit includes the 5.8x AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens with VR image stabilization and legendary Nikkor optical quality.

Nikon D90 DX highlights include:

• Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200.
• 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot color LCD monitor.
• Built-in image sensor cleaning.
• 11-point AF system with Face Priority
• Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II with Scene Recognition System
• New D-Movie Mode Features 720p HD cinematic quality.

The PowerShot SX20 IS is equipped with many of the same features as a higher-end camera: an ultra-powerful zoom, eye-popping resolution and advanced picture-improving technology. 12.1 megapixels of resolution gives your photography incomparable depth and ensures that any section of any shot can be enlarged and cropped with no loss in quality when you edit the image even if you choose to print the image. It can create crisp, clear 13 x 19-inch posters.

The PowerShot SX20 IS is equipped with a 20x Optical Zoom lens with a focal length of 5.0-100mm (35mm equivalent: 28-560mm) that allows you to shoot any scene from wide-angle to telephoto. The camera uses a VCM (Voice Coil Motor) for high-speed, quiet, energy-efficient lens movement with precise control.

Highlights of the PowerShot SX20IS include:

• 20x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer.
• Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings.
• Large 2.5-inch Vari-Angle LCD enables easy viewing.
• iSAPS Technology for better scene recognition and proper exposures every time.
• DIGIC 4 Image Processor for better noise cancelling even at higher ISO settings.
• Uses easily found AA batteries instead of a proprietary battery.

Breathtaking digital SLR image quality and easy operation highlight the 10.2-megapixel D3000--Nikon's friendliest DSLR ever. Compact and capable, the D3000 is compatible with a broad range of world-famous Nikkor lenses and includes the versatile 3x, 18-55mm Zoom-Nikkor with Silent-Wave Motor autofocusing and Nikon VR image stabilization to combat picture blur caused by camera shake for sharper handheld pictures. Special moments are captured faithfully at up to 3 frames-per-second and displayed on a bright, 3-inch LCD monitor. The D3000's split-second shutter response eliminates the annoyance of shutter lag.

To further simplify picture-taking in special situations such as portraits, sports, landscapes, and more, the D3000 features icon-identified Scene Modes that deliver beautiful results automatically in otherwise complex situations.

The D3000 highlights include:

• 10.2-megapixel DX-format Imaging Sensor.
• Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-Nikkor VR Image Stabilization Lens.
• Continuous Shooting up to 3 Frames-Per-Second.
• 11-point Autofocus.
• ISO sensitivity from 100-1600.
• 6 Personal Picture Control Settings.

Ideal for a wide range of photographers from first-time digital SLR users to veteran photo enthusiasts, the new Canon EOS Rebel XS camera is designed to embody what you have come to expect from the EOS Rebel series -- a fast, non-intimidating, lightweight, easy-to-use camera that produces excellent images and starts emerging photographers off on the right foot. Immediately, photographers will take notice of the camera's Optical Image Stabilized kit lens for crisp focus, compensating for camera shake from unsteady hands or a moving vehicle. The new Rebel model also incorporates Canon's DIGIC III image processor, 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, Live View, Auto Lighting Optimizer, 7-point wide-area autofocus (AF) sensor and 3.0 frames per second continuous JPEG burst rate where the number of consecutive shots in a burst is only limited by the capacity of the flash memory card in the camera.

The Rebel XS highlights include:

• 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor.
• DIGIC III Image Processor for improved image clarity and noise reduction.
• High-speed, wide-area 7-point AF with center cross-type sensor.
• Excellent performance with 3.0 fps continuous shooting.
• EOS Integrated Cleaning System and Self Cleaning Sensor Unit.
• Compatible with over 60 Canon EF/EF-S lenses and most EOS System accessories.

A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly-advanced DSLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking perspectives.

The D5000's 24-fps HD D-Movie mode with sound captures video clips. Active image sensor cleaning combats annoying dust automatically. Featuring a convenient built-in flash, 19 automatic exposure Scene Modes to make the impossible easy and 23 Custom Setting options to fit your preferences, as well as 14 in-camera image retouching functions, the D5000 is the perfect DSLR, beginning with performance to meet your picture-taking tomorrows.

The D5000 highlights include:

• 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor.
• 3x Zoom AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens included.
• 19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes.
• Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200.
• Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II.
• In-camera Retouch image editing.

Combining 12.3-megapixel image quality inherited from the D300 with new features, the D90's low-noise image quality is further advanced with EXPEED image processing. Split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4.5 frames-per-second provide the power to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly, while Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System contributes to faster 11-area autofocus performance, finer white balance detection and more.

The D90 delivers the control passionate photographers demand, utilizing comprehensive exposure functions and the intelligence of 3D Color Matrix Metering II. Stunning results come to life on a 3-inch 920,000-dot color LCD monitor, providing accurate image review, Live View composition and brilliant playback of the D90's cinematic-quality 24-fps HD D-Movie mode.

Nikon D90 highlights include:

• New D-Movie Mode Features 720p HD cinematic quality.
• Continuous shooting as fast as 4.5 frames-per-second.
• Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200.
• 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot color LCD monitor.
• 11-point AF system with Face Priority.
• Built-in image sensor cleaning.

Canon's new EOS Rebel T1i is packed with features, both refined and new. In addition to its admirable performance with an all-new 15.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD with anti-reflective and scratch resistant coating, and compatibility with the EOS System of lenses and Speedlites, the EOS Rebel T1i adds remarkable Full HD video capture at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080.

An HDMI port allows for quick connections to high definition TVs and monitors for easy viewing of your stills and video. The entire operation is simple and easy even if you are a beginner. You'll have uncompromised EOS Digital performance with power and flexibility right in the palm of your hand.

EOS Rebel T1i highlights include:

• New 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor.
• 14-bit A/D Conversion.
• Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution.
• Live View Function for stills and video.
• Wide range ISO setting 100-3200.
• Auto Lighting Optimizer for superior highlight-shadow control.

Experience even closer encounters with Nikon's Coolpix P90, with 12.1 effective megapixels and an incredible 24x optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens for stunning prints as large as 16x20 inches. The camera's bright, 3.0-inch high-resolution vari-angle LCD and Electronic Viewfinder make it easy to compose and share your pictures. And Nikon's new 4 Way VR Image Stabilization makes incredible pictures incredibly easy. Nikon's New Smart Portrait System, which automatically detects your subjects face, takes a picture when they smile and warns you if they blinked.

Coolpix P90 highlights include:

• 12.1-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches.
• 24x optical wide-angle (35mm equivalent focal length: 26-624mm) Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens.
• New EXPEED image processor.
• 4-Way VR Image Stabilization.
• Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual Exposure modes.
• Sports Continuous Scene Mode for shooting at up to 15fps.

With a host of brand new features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the new EOS 7D represents a whole new class of camera. Made to be the tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals, the EOS 7D features an all-new 18.0-megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 image processors, capturing tremendous images at up to ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps.

The EOS 7D has a new all cross-type 19-point AF system with improved AI Servo AF subject tracking and user-selectable AF area selection modes for sharp focus no matter the situation. The EOS 7D's Intelligent Viewfinder, an entirely newly designed technology, provides 100% coverage and displays user-selected AF modes as well as a spot metering circle and on demand grid lines.

Highlights of the EOS 7D include:

• 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 image processors.
• ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 12,800) for shooting from bright to dim light.
• 8.0fps continuous shooting up to 126 Large/JPEGs with UDMA CF card and 15 RAW.
• Advanced movie mode with manual exposure control and selectable frame rate.
• New 19-point, all cross-type AF system equipped with dual diagonal cross-type sensors.
• iFCL Metering with 63 zone dual-layer metering sensor.