They may look big and complicated, but a digital slr is just as easy to use and takes far better pictures than a pocket digicam

Digital SLRs have never been more accessible price-wise. The Retail Warrior has the best deals to ensure your festive holidays are snap-happy.

High-profile short films from around the world are now getting made on DSLR cameras, thanks to rapidly improving sensors and prices. Judge for yourself, with these five videos made with the Canon EOS 5D Mark II.

It's super light, uses interchangeable lenses, and is smaller than an ordinary DSLR. See why the LUMIX DMC-G1 is worth a closer look.

It looks eerily similar to the retro 1963 PEN, yet the Olympus EP-1 is bleeding edge. Meet one of the most interesting compact cameras you'll see this year

Choosing between a standard compact camera and a DSRL may be the biggest photography decision you have to make. We list a number of compelling reasons to sway you either way.

For a DSLR that does everything an amateur is ever likely to want, with a terrifyingly cheap price tag, look no further.

By knowing your gear better, you will be in a better position to purchase the DSLR that is right for you. We look at five key areas that every DSLR photographer should keep in mind.

Sigma's DP2 is one of a new breed of no-compromise cameras in a mini digital camera shell, without the bulk of a DSLR

The market is adapting to photo enthusiasts with a number of better-than-compact technologies and camera sizes. Here's a 5-minute primer to the pros and cons of four different types of digital cameras

For those looking to step up to a quality camera, the Micro Four Thirds is an exciting alternative to DSLRs. Here's what you need to know

Not the pinnacle of image quality, but superbly compact with plenty of neat features

Cameras and accessories to whet the appetite of photo enthusiasts

The Canon EOS 500D is capable of great results, but a wallet-draining way of getting HD video on a DSLR.

A true pro camera that slots in nicely between the flagship Canons

Nikon finally confirms the rumours about its latest DSLR camera, the 12-megapixel D5000 with twin lens kit for just under $2000.

A digital camera industry bigwig says 12 megapixel cameras are more than good enough - confirming what we already knew, that you're better off looking at camera features rather than focusing on megapixels.

A feature-rich SLR at a good price. If you can live with the weight and design quirks, that is

A great combination of new features and the usual Nikon image and build quality make this a superb camera.

A brilliantly implemented live-view mode and high specs don’t justify the extra price over its sibling