Olympus E-620

The Olympus E-620 is a feature-packed DSLR which offers a step-up from entry-level models at an affordable price. It takes the 12.3 Megapixel sensor, Live View and fully articulated 2.7in screen of the higher-end E-30, but packs them into a compact and surprisingly comfortable body. It also features built-in stabilisation which works with any lens you attach. Responding to criticism of the earlier E-520, Olympus has also enlarged the viewfinder and improved the AF to a 7-point system, while keeping the superb ant-dust system. Olympus has really done its homework, delivering a DSLR which features just about everything a modern DSLR buyer is looking for. A superb choice and great value in its twin lens kit.

Pros: Built-in stabilisation; articulated screen; best anti-dust.
Cons: No video recording or HDMI port.
Overall: A step-up from entry-level models at a great price.