8 Megapixel Digital SLR Cameras

Page updated: January 2008

The 8 megapixel digital SLR camera market can now be considered over and done.

In 2006, the most common number of megapixels included in digital SLR cameras was six. At that time, a few 8 megapixel cameras made their appearance and set themselves apart with the extra 2 megapixels.

But then, another leap took place, all the way up to 10 megapixels.

The few 8 megapixel digital SLR cameras that existed were left behind in a wake of new 10 megapixel camera models.

Today, there is only one left that you can buy new, since every camera set for release in 2008 so far includes 10 megapixels or more.

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Introduction By Megapixels

By Cost (Inexpensive) By Ratings (Top Rated) By Size (Smallest) By Speed (Fastest) By Special Features

The Only 8MP Digital SLR Camera

As you can see, Canon is the dominant player in the 8mp digital SLR camera market.

Canon EOS 30D

Release Date	February 2006
Key Features	8 megapixels, Picture Styles
Uniqueness	Speed
Great For	Action
Level	Advanced to semi-professional
Avg. Kit Price	$980
Competitors	Nikon D200
The Canon 30D is for advanced action photographers who want a fast, 5-photo-per-second continuous shot rate. This camera also includes the Picture Styles feature available on the Rebel xTi.
Compare prices for the 30D at Shopzilla, Amazon or Adorama

Discontinued 8 Megapixel Digital SLRs

Here are all of the previously released 8 megapixel cameras - all excellent SLRs in their time, but since replaced by newer 10 megapixel versions.

Camera	Special Feature	LCD Size	Autofocus	Size	Weight
Canon 350D	Small size	2.0 in	5-point	5.2 x 4 x 3 in 133 x 102 x 76 mm	22 oz 620 g
Canon 20D	Fast	1.8 in	9-point	5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 in 140 x 111 x 78 mm	24 oz 679 g
Olympus E-500	Self-cleaning sensor	2.0 in	5-point	5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 in 140 x 111 x 78 mm	24 oz 679 g