14 Megapixel Digital SLR Cameras

Page updated: October 2009

While the 14 megapixel digital SLR cameras come with a few feature advantages over their competition, the real reason for owning a camera like this is if you like to make giant prints.

14 megapixel sensors aren't higher quality than their 10 or 12 megapixel counterparts: they just capture images that are LARGER.

The larger the image, the better it prints at large sizes - in excess of 18x24 inches - with no loss of image quality.

However, if you don't typically print a lot of your digital photos and your primary goal is to share your photos via web sites and online, then the large files created by a 14 megapixel digital SLR are actually more of a burden than benefit.

   

Latest 14MP Camera Models

With 12 megapixels as the current standard, there aren't a ton of cameras with 14 megapixel sensors.

You'll see that only Pentax and Sony offer cameras with this megapixel count - Nikon leans more toward 12 megapixels, while Canon has made the jump to 15.

PENTAX
CAMERARELEASEDDESCRIPTIONPRICE (USD)
Pentax K-7
pentax k7
July 2009 The Pentax K7 is the only 14 megapixel digital SLR that can capture both stills and High Definition video. The K7 includes built-in image stabilization and a fast continous speed of 5 photos per second.
$1,200 USD (body only)
COMPARE AT:
SONY
CAMERARELEASEDDESCRIPTIONPRICE (USD)
Sony DSLR-A380
sony dslr a380
July 2009 In addition to built-in image stabilization, live view and dust control, the A380 also has an LCD that flips out from the camera body for better compositions from high and low angles.
$800 USD
COMPARE AT:
Sony DSLR-A550
sony dslr a550
Oct. 2009 The A550 can capture a speedy 7 photos per second, and pairs this speed with dust control, an LCD that flips out from the camera body and built-in image stabilization.
$1,050 USD
COMPARE AT:

Related Links

The Latest Digital SLR News - Free!

The monthly newsletter is packed with digital SLR tips and advice. Current Issue
First NameE-mail Address 
     
Your privacy is respected and your information is NEVER shared with anyone.
previous page12 Megapixel SLRs Digital SLR Home Inexpensive Digital SLRnext page