Why Do SLR Prices Vary So Much?

SLR prices can vary so much, depending upon many factors, including the manufacturer, the features, the quality, and even the market. If a camera is popular, that can have an impact on the price. When you are comparing SLR prices, make sure you are comparing apples to apples, meaning, a camera that has a range of 1/3 Fstops cannot be really compared to a camera that has only full Fstop capability. If there is a big discrepancy between two different SLR cameras you are looking at, look at the features list and you will probably be able to discern why there is a big jump in price from one to the other.

Most everyone one has a budget for the things they are thinking about buying. Figure out what your budget is and then look in that price range. No reason you can't dream about things that are out of your price range, and in fact it is a good idea to look, because that will help you focus on some of the features that are important to you. Once you have focused on the SLR prices that are in your range, you can narrow down the field and choose the perfect digital camera for you.