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| Price | $599 to $848 at 16 stores | $479 to $748 at 10 stores | $896 to $1,199 at 8 stores | $489 to $669 at 10 stores |
| CNET editors' rating | 3.5 stars Very good | 3.5 stars Very good | | 3.5 stars Very good |
| Average user rating | 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews | 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews | 4.0 stars out of 39 reviews | 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews |
| Release date | March 07, 2011 | April 15, 2011 | October 15, 2010 | April 18, 2012 |
| The Bottom Line | For the money, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i is a great choice for dSLR videographers--though the cheaper T2i can still suffice if you don't need the articulated LCD--and it's a solid choice for creative still shooters. But though the image quality and general shooting performance are top-notch, if you're upgrading to capture sports, kids, or pets, the T3i may not be able to keep up. | Though it doesn't rank first based on any individual aspect of the camera, the Nikon D5100 delivers a solid combination of image quality, performance, features, and design that puts it out in front if you're looking for a well-rounded option under $1,000. | An excellent dSLR for experienced shooters or Nikon professionals looking for a relatively cheap option, the Nikon D7000 delivers on almost all counts, including the company's best shooting design to date. | A solid if unexceptional entry-level dSLR, the Nikon D3200 should still please most folks looking for an upgrade from their point-and-shoots. | Basic specs |
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| Type | LCD display - TFT active matrix - 3 in - Color | LCD display - Low Temperature Poly-Silicon (LTPS) - 3 in - Color | LCD display - TFT active matrix - 3 in - Color | LCD display - 3 in |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 5.2 in x 3.1 in x 3.9 in | 5 in x 3.1 in x 3.8 in | 5.2 in x 3 in x 4.1 in | 4.9 in x 3 in x 3.8 in |
| Lens System | 3 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 II Canon EF-S | 3 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 G Nikon AF-S DX VR | Info unavailable | 3 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 G Nikon AF-S DX VR |
| Optical sensor type | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS |
| Light sensitivity | ISO auto (100-6400) ISO 100-6400 ISO 12800 | ISO 100-6400 ISO 12800 ISO 25600 ISO auto | ISO auto ISO 100-25600 | ISO 100-6400 ISO 12800 ISO auto |
| Video capture | MOV - 1920 x 1080 - MOV - 1920 x 1080 - MOV - 1920 x 1080 - MOV - 1280 x 720 - MOV - 1280 x 720 - MOV - 640 x 480 - MOV - 640 x 480 - | MOV - 1920 x 1080 - MOV - 1920 x 1080 - MOV - 1920 x 1080 - MOV - 1280 x 720 - MOV - 1280 x 720 - MOV - 1280 x 720 - MOV - 640 x 424 - MOV - 640 x 424 - | H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - H.264 - 1280 x 720 - H.264 - 640 x 424 - | H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - H.264 - 1280 x 720 - H.264 - 1280 x 720 - H.264 - 640 x 424 - H.264 - 640 x 424 - |
| Battery technology | Info unavailable | Lithium ion | Lithium ion | Info unavailable |
| Weight | 18.2 oz | 19.8 oz | 1.5 lbs | 16 oz |
| Product Type | Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode with Movie recording | Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode with Movie recording | Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode with Movie recording | Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode with Movie recording |
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