Popular Photography & Imaging's Camera of the Year

What a year for cameras, especially DSLRs! And as this is written, there are still more to come before the page is turned on 2007.

In the past, we presented this award in the December issue. But this year, our print production deadlines are too early for us to be absolutely certain that we have already tested the product deserving what we believe is the highest honor in this field:

Popular Photography & Imaging's Camera of the Year.
The camera that best refined or redefined photography in 2007.

So with a phalanx of new DSLRs still to be tested in the field and the Pop Photo Lab, we are proud to present the Finalists -- those cameras that have already proven their mettle and those that appear to have the makings of greatness.

But, of course, only the Pop Photo Lab, real-world shooting, and the experience and expertise of our editors can sort it all out.

The first two finalists are listed below. Check back each Wednesday over the next three weeks as we unveil two more finalists. As soon as we make our decision, our dedicated PopPhoto.com readers will be the first to know. So be sure to sign up for our free weekly e-mail newsletter, or check the site regularly for the breaking news.

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