(Dec 22, 2009)
Lori Grunin
Senior Editor
As the name implies, here's where you find the best of the best, our top digital cameras across the board. To make it here, a camera really has to blow our socks off. That doesn't happen very often. If it did, our notion of "best" wouldn't mean much, would it? So check back periodically to see if any new models have left us barefoot and speechless.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II (body only)
A great follow-up to the 5D and top-flight full-frame camera, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II delivers the fluid shooting experience and fine photos you expect from a professional model.
Price:$2,669.99 - $2,899.00 (check prices)
Filed in: Best professional dSLR cameras
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Nikon D5000 (with 18-55mm lens)
Nikon packs a lot of features, great performance, and good photo quality into the D5000, making it an excellent value for the money.
Price:$696.95 - $749.99 (check prices)
Filed in: Best entry-level digital SLR cameras
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Canon PowerShot S90
As long as you're not expecting dSLR speed in a tiny body, the Canon PowerShot S90 is an excellent compact camera for advanced amateurs.
Price:$399.00 - $429.99 (check prices)
Filed in: Best 10 megapixel cameras, Best megazoom cameras
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 (with 20mm lens)
The best interchangeable-lens compact we've see thus far, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 delivers great photo quality and performance in an enthusiast-friendly shooting experience.
Price:$899.95 - $1,099.00 (check prices)
Filed in: Best interchange-
able-lens cameras
Kodak EasyShare Z915 (blue)
When your budget won't stretch far, you don't have a lot of choices. Among the handful of decent digital cameras less than $200, the Kodak EasyShare Z915 will fill your camera needs without emptying your wallet.
Price:$144.99 - $199.95 (check prices)
Filed in: Best 10 megapixel cameras, Best megazoom cameras, Best budget cameras
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