Until now I am still salivating with the digital cameras I found on the internet.

I have a lot of things to do with an SLR digital camera but I still don’t have even the cheapest SLR digital camera ever. I got some books on photography but failed to practice the things I learned.

By this coming year, 2008, I really need to have this.

2 days ago, I searched the Amazon Online Store and found 4 SLR Digital Camera that interest me:

1. Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom LensDetails:
   • 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
   • Kit includes body and EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens
   • Large 3.0-inch LCD display with enhanced Live View and broadened color gamut
   • 6.5 frame-per-second continuous shooting; sRAW mode; 35-zone metering system; integrated Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit
   • Powered by BP-511A, BP-511, or BP-512 lithium-ion battery pack; stores images on CF cards

   Description:

   Welcome to the next generation of digital SLR photography-the Canon EOS 40D. The EOS 40D combines Canon’s tremendous know-how in both the digital and photographic worlds, creating a camera that not only does everything one would expect of a traditional digital SLR, but one that incorporates staggering leaps forward in technological innovation. With new features like Canon’s EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a more powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, plus a 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 3.0-inch LCD monitor and more, the EOS 40D elevates digital photography to new heights, enhancing the shooting experience, and delivering images one could only expect from a Canon. EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Picture Style settings, Spot metering, and Highlight Tone Priority for advanced in-camera image control Large 3.0-inch LCD monitor and advanced Live View Function with new options for reduced shutter time lag and quiet operation Wide range of accessories, including interchangeable focusing screens, extensive remote control options, new battery grip BG-E2N, and new dedicated wireless file transmitter WFT-E3A DCF 2.0 (Exif 2.21) – JPEG, RAW and RAW + JPEG simultaneous recording possible – up to 3,888 x 2,592 resolution JPEG Auto and manual exposure and focus modes Shutter Speeds – 1/8000 to 30 sec. (1/3-stop increments), X-sync at 1/250 sec. Auto pop-up, retractable, electronic-flash in pentaprism Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.7 x 4.2 x 2.9 inch; 26.1 ounce

2. Nikon D80 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor LensDetails:
   • 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
   • 2.5-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
   • RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
   • Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
   • Includes 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens

   Description:

   Includes 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 Lens / Uses F mount lenses / SD Memory Card Slot / USB 2.0 / 2.5-inch LCD / 3D Color Matrix Meter Up to 2,700 images per battery charge – High-Efficiency power systems featuring reduced power consumption and Real-Time Fuel Gauge with Nikon’s EN-EL3e Lithium Ion rechargeable battery Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II, plus Variable Center-Weighted and Spot Metering. Nikon’s 3D Color Matrix Metering II instantly and accurately evaluates brightness, color, contrast, selected focus area and subject-to-camera distance information, referencing the results against an onboard database of 30,000 scenes from actual photography. Vary the size of the center-weighted area reading and spot metering readings correspond to 11 focusing points 11-area AF system with Wide-area Center Segment and Auto-area AF functions 2.5 LCD screen ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) – 100 to 1600 In-Camera Image Editing with Retouching Menu Built-in Speedlight with Nikon i-TTL flash metering and two-group Wireless Commander option Shooting Modes – 1) Single frame shooting mode; 2) Continuous shooting mode – approx. 3 frames per second; 3) Self-timer; 4) Delayed remote mode; 5) Quick-response remote mode Images are stored on SD digital memory cards Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) – Approx. 5.2 x 4.1 x 3.0 inch; Weight – Approximately 1 lb. 5 oz.

3. Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)Details:
   • 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
   • Large 3.0-inch LCD display with enhanced Live View and broadened color gamut
   • 6.5 frame-per-second continuous shooting capability (for bursts of up to 75 Large/Fine JPEGs or 17 RAW images)
   • sRAW mode; 35-zone metering system; integrated Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit
   • Powered by BP-511A, BP-511, or BP-512 lithium-ion battery pack; stores images on CF cards

   
   Description:

   Building on the success of Canon’s perennially popular “prosumer” EOS 20D and 30D models, the EOS 40D advances the state-of-the-art for mid-range digital SLR cameras, making it a natural first choice for advanced amateur photographers and entry-level professionals, and an ideal second body for more established photo pros. Indeed, given the level of feature upgrades and improvements, technological wizardry, and user-requested creative controls, the Canon EOS 40D SLR’s “prosumer” appellation may refer more to its accessible price point than to the exceptional quality, clarity, and resolution of the images it creates.

   From the camera’s newly enhanced, 10.1-megapixel CMOS imaging sensor (designed and manufactured by Canon) and its proprietary and super-efficient DIGIC III image processor, to its completely redesigned autofocus sensor and fast, 6.5 frame-per-second (fps) continuous shooting capability (for bursts of up to 75 Large/Fine JPEGs or 17 RAW images), the EOS 40D SLR puts the fun in functionality and makes serious photo business a positive pleasure.

4. Canon EOS 5D 12.8 MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)Details:
   • 12.8-megapixel CCD captures images up to 4,368 x 2,912 pixels
   • World’s smallest and lightest full-frame digital SLR as of August 2005–the sensor operates without a conversion factor
   • New larger 2.5-inch LCD screen can be viewed even at extreme angles of up to 170 degrees
   • Consecutive shooting allows the capture of 3.0 frames per second for up to 60 consecutive JPEG or 17 RAW frames in a burst
   • Captures images on CompactFlash Type I and Type II cards, compatible with cards of 2 GB capacity and larger

   Description:

   The new Canon EOS 5D offers advanced photographers a lightweight, robust digital SLR that uses Canon’s superlative EF lenses without a conversion factor. Its full-frame 12.8 Megapixel CMOS sensor combines with Canon’s DIGIC II Image Processor, a high-precision 9-point AF system with 6 assist points, and “Picture Style” color control to deliver images of superior quality with enough resolution for any application. With its wide-angle capabilities, 2.5 inch LCD and magnesium-alloy body, the 5D is the perfect addition to the Digital EOS line. USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, NTSC/PAL for video output connectivity Focus Modes – Autofocus, (One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF (automatic switching between One-Shot/Predictive AI Servo AF)), Manual Focus (MF) Exposure Modes – Program AE (Shiftable), Shutter speed-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Full Auto, E-TTL II autoflash program AE, Manual exposure Shooting Modes – Single, Continuous (approx. 3 fps), Self-timer Pentaprism viewfinder and 2.5 LCD TFT Color Screen Uses one of these battery packs – BP-511A/BP-514/BP-511/BP-512 Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) – 6.0 x 4.4 x 3.0 in./152 x 113 x 75mm (no lens) / Weight – 28.6 oz./810g (Body only)