Best DSLR Digital Cameras for Serious Photographers of 2010 and Reviews

A holiday buying guide and reviews of a few of the latest entry-level and mid-range DSLRs that consumers are looking for this holiday season.

Nikon D3100

This entry-level compact DSLR offers a 14.2MP sensor, full HD 1080p video with sound and full time (11-point) autofocus capabilities with various AF modes. The Nikon D3100 also boasts a 3.0 inch rear LCD for seeing your photographs with ease. ISO ranges up to ISO 3200 with an expanded option up to 12,800. Burst mode able to shoot at speeds up to 3 fps (frames per second). Great package deal (click here) with 18-55mm Nikon VR lens.

Canon EOS 60D

This 18MP DSLR is a great quality mid-range option for the pro-sumer and serious amateur. It contains full HD 1080p video capabilities with a 3.0 LCD vari-angle LCD (able to tilt and swivel). ISO ranges up to ISO 6400 (expandable to 12800 with manual function). The Canon EOS 60D can continuously shoot up to 5.3 fps and contains a Digic 4 processor for faster image processing and better noise reduction. For more details and to read reviews (click here)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A580

This full-featured mid-range DSLR offers a 16.2MP sensor, 15-poing AF, 3.0 inch crystal clear 921,600-dot LCD, with the ability to take 3D panoramas by simply scrolling across the scene. This beauty of a DSLR can shoot up to 7 fps and shoots Full HD 1080p video. For you HDR (High Dynamic Range) enthusiasts out there, the Sonly Alpha DSLR-A580 also has an auto HDR function which automatically adjusts scene contrast in order to produce HDR images on the spot. For more details and to read buyer reviews (click here)

Olympus E-620

This entry-level DSLR offers a compact look and still shoots at 12.3MP. While it does not have as big of an LCD as some of the others (only 2.7 inch with swivel capabilities), it does have a built-in image stabilization mechanism (where as with Nikon and Canon you have to get this feature inside of the lens through the VR or IS designation). The Olympus E-620 is a great option if you are looking for a light DSLR to carry around all day while being able to bring home sharp and crisp images to show all your friends. Great price on package deal (click here) with 14-42mm wide angle-zoom lens.

Samsung NX10

An entry-level DSLR with a large 14.6MP APS-C sensor and 720p HD video capabilities. Great quality 3.0 inch AMOLED (Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode...in case you were wondering) display said to give up to 1.5 times brighter of a display than conventional LCD and a contrast that makes images clearer and easier to see in any environment. Great package deal (click here) with 18-55mm lens.

These entry-level and mid-range DSLR camera models come with some amazing features and high-tech gadgets at very reasonable prices. While there are many more models on the market, these are some of the most sought after due to their design and capabilities as well as the value they offer to shoppers seeking a quality DSLR without spending a fortune.