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Best Semi-Pro DSLR Camera
Best Semi-Pro DSLR Camera
Semi-pro: What does that term really mean? In the DSLR camera world, we could define it as the advanced models just sitting before the full-frame professional series, packing an APS-C sensor which is the same size (but not the same performance) as the ones in entry-level cameras and featuring more dedicated physical controls for essential settings. Oh, and don't forget the price, size and weight; more than an entry-level's, less than a full-frame's.
Nominees:
- Canon EOS 60D
- Nikon D7000
- Olympus E-5
And the Winner Is...
The Nikon D7000 is a high performance camera, with easy access to manual controls – more 'professional' handling than either the Canon 60D or the Olympus E-5. These two winning points gives it the award. The Olympus E-5 had average performance for a camera of this class, most probably due to the smaller Four Thirds sensor. The Canon 60D produces beautiful images, but it's let down by the removal of a control joystick (which was present on the 50D), making this camera more suitable for the advanced consumer than the semi-pro.
Criteria/Model | Canon EOS 60D | Nikon D7000 | Olympus E-5 |
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Design | 8.0 | 9.5 | 7.5 |
Features | 9.0 | 9.0 | 8.0 |
Performance | 9.0 | 9.5 | 8.5 |
Value | 8.5 | 9.5 | 7.0 |
Overall | 8.5 | 9.5 | 8.0 |
Price | S$1,599 | S$1,999 | S$2,498 |
For more details on how we selected our winners, check out the full reviews and articles listed at the References section at the end.
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