Shop for digital photography and video

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 25 reviews

The Bottom Line: Its feature set is basic even by entry-level standards, but the Nikon D3000 delivers the photo quality and performance you expect when stepping up to a dSLR, with an optional interface that's very beginner friendly. Read review

Specs: SLR, 10.2 megapixels, 3 x, 27 - 82.5mm F/3.5, 15.8 x 23.6mm, CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Logitech HD Webcam C310 installs quickly and easily, works seamlessly with video chat programs like Skype, Yahoo Messenger, and Google Chat, and even takes high-quality 5-megapixel snapshots for less money than its competitors. If you're in the market for an aftermarket Webcam, the Logitech HD Webcam C310 is your best bet. Read review

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Logitech Video Effects, Drivers & Utilities, Logitech Vid HD, 1 x USB cable - 5 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: We recommend the Creative Live Cam Socialize HD AF Webcam because it directs attention to the subject while the hardware operates smoothly in the background, allowing you to freely engage in uninterrupted communication with your friends and family. Read review

Specs: Web camera, 1 x USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Creative Live! Cam Avatar Creator, Drivers & Utilities, Creative Live! Cam Central 2, muveeNow 2.0, 1 x USB cable - 5.6 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Compact, 14 megapixels, 3 x, 1/2.3", CCD, Electronic

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 Web camera offers excellent high-def video and sound quality at an affordable price. Despite using a good deal of system resources at higher resolutions, it's certainly an improvement over stock Webcams. We recommend it to anyone looking for a smoother video chat experience. Read review

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Drivers & Utilities, 1 x USB cable - 6 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 33 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony DCR-VX2000 is a lightweight prosumer camera that offers heavyweight performance and a wealth of features. Read review

Specs: 3CCD, None, 3.1 lbs, 12 x x Zoom lens - 6 mm - 72 mm - F/1.6-2.4, 13.5 in, 5.7 in, 4.5 in, Sony Handycam DCR-VX2000 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 76 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot A590 IS's manual exposure controls and surprisingly sharp pictures make it a great choice for almost anyone looking for a sub-$200 shooter. Read review

Specs: Compact, 8 megapixels, 4 x, 35 - 140mm F/2.6, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: CMOS, 3 oz, 2.2 in, 0.5 in, Kodak PLAYFULL Ze2 - Camcorder - Pocket - Flash card, 3.7 in, Lens

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 3 reviews

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Logitech Video Effects, Drivers & Utilities, Logitech Vid HD, 1 x USB cable - 3 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: CMOS, Lens - F/3.1, Vivitar DVR 785 HD Pro Action Camcorder - Camcorder - Wearable

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 25 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Logitech QuickCam Pro 5000 is a well-rounded Webcam with ample adjustability and a solid software package, making it a good option for users at all levels of expertise. Read review

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Logitech QuickCam, Drivers & Utilities, 1 x USB cable - 6 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Full body, 14.14 megapixels, 15 x, 1/2.33", CCD, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Logitech Video Effects, Drivers & Utilities, Logitech Vid HD, 1 x USB cable - 5 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 5 reviews

Specs: Web camera, 30 frames per second, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 5 reviews

Specs: CMOS, 4.6 oz, 0.3 in, 0.2 in, Vivitar DVR-810HD - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, Lens - 7.45 mm - F/2.8, 4.9 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Network / power - HomePlug 1.0

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.4 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Ion Twin Video makes putting yourself in movies easy, but the rest of the package isn't as exciting. Read review

Specs: CMOS, - SD Memory Card, 4.3 mm - F/2.8

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 39 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 offers unique features such as the ability to post photos directly to a blog, but its video effects and image quality don't stand up to that of competing Webcams from veteran manufacturers. Read review

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Drivers & Utilities, 1 x USB cable - 6 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x USB cable - 6 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Web camera, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Drivers & Utilities, Logitech Vid HD, 1 x USB cable - 5 ft, Indigo scroll

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: 12.0 megapixels

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Compact, 14 megapixels, 5 x, 1/2.3", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: This Webcam provides great software and good video and picture quality for amateurs, but more-advanced users may crave additional settings and editing options. Read review

Specs: Web camera, 30 frames per second, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, Yahoo! Messenger, ArcSoft Collage Creator, Drivers & Utilities, Creative WebCam Center, ArcSoft Multimedia Email, ArcSoft PhotoImpression, ArcSoft VideoImpression, 1 x USB cable - 6 ft

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: CMOS, Camcorder flash light, Vivitar DVR 880HD - Camcorder - Pocket - Flash card, Lens - 4.06 mm - F/2.8