The Canon EOS 5D Mark III and its competitors

On March 3, Canon launched the DSLR market’s newest camera: The EOS 5D Mark III. Here’s a look how the $3,499 camera stacks up to some of the hottest cameras out there.

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Canon EOS 5 Mark D III

It’s a full frame DSLR with a 22.3-megapixel sensor, a fast new processor, much-requested video fixes and additions, and a number of features ripped from the camera’s high-end brother, the EOS-1D X. — The Verge

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Nikon D800

A model shows off the new FX-format DSLR camera D800 from Nikon, during a press preview in Tokyo. Nikon will put the new camera, equipped with a 36.3 mega-pixel CMOS sensor, a new image processing engine and 91k-pixel RGB sensor, on the market on March 22 at an expected price $3,900.

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General Electric J1470S

You don’t have to break the bank to get a good, basic camera. The J1470S is doesn’t do everything, but it takes good photos, has 7x zoom and is extremely simple to use. — The Verge

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Canon Powershot Elph 310 HS

The 310 HS doesn’t wow with any features or quality, but it is a terrific point-and-shoot for almost every need. It shoots great photos and good video, and even offers 8x zoom. — The Verge

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Casio Exilim EX-H20G

The H20G’s GPS lets you tag where you were when you took a photo, and plot your photos on a map when you’re done — it even tracks you indoors. The camera’s almost a year old, but its GPS is still top-notch, and the rest of its performance is solid, too. — The Verge

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Pentax Optio WG-1

Cameras are usually delicate beings, but not the WG-1. This shooter can be thrown in the water or the sand, and it takes great pictures and video the whole time. It’s a perfect camera for the beach or the pool, or if you’ve got kids with slippery fingers. — The Verge

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Nikon Coolpix S9100

Nikon packed 18x optical zoom inside the S9100, which means this shooter will get you closer to the action no matter where you’re watching from. It’s also an excellent video camera, recording 1080p video that will look great on your TV. — The Verge

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Canon Powershot S100

If your loved ones want a camera that’s simple and fits in a pocket, look no further than the S100. It takes much better photos than most point-and-shoots, especially in poor lighting. — The Verge

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Sony NEX-C3

Sony figured out how to put a huge image sensor into the NEX-C3’s tiny body, which means you’ll get excellent images without having to lug around a DSLR. Plus, it’s much more affordable than most DSLRs. — The Verge

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Olympus PEN E-PM1

The E-PM1 uses the Micro Four Thirds standard, which promises better images from smaller cameras, and it delivers. This $499.99 shooter takes excellent photos, and has a variety of lenses available to it, so it can be used in almost any situation. — The Verge

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Nikon D7000

For the serious amateur, a mid-range DSLR such as the D7000 is a perfect fit. It won’t break the bank, but it still delivers stunning images and the full range of DSLR controls and performance. — The Verge

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Canon EOS 5D-Mark II

The 5D is a high-end DSLR, and is as good and fast a camera as you can buy. It shoots gorgeous images and beautiful video, all at blistering speeds while giving you lots of control over every aspect of the operation. This camera is not for the uninitiated, but it’s as good as you’ll find for less than half the price of a car. — The Verge

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