Canon PowerShot A590 ISThe Canon PowerShot A590 IS's manual exposure controls and surprisingly sharp pictures make it a great choice for almost anyone looking for a sub-$200 shooter.
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark IIIThe 1Ds Mark III marks another high-end success for Canon, though you'll need a lot of spare cash if you want to own this ground-breaking camera.
Nikon D90 (body only)Like the D80 before it, the Nikon D90 delivers an excellent dSLR for the money.
Nikon D700 (w/ 24-120mm lens)As long as you don't need seriously high-resolution photos, video capture, or machine-gun-fast sports shooting, the Nikon D700 has everything you need in a pro full-frame camera for a reasonable price.
