There was a lot of movement in our top ten list this month. Familiar models re-surfaced, new models left the top ten. And that makes sense, given the spirit of lively competition that's going around right now. The Fujifilm X-Pro1, in athletic terms, is a true champ. It has classic style and a pared-down, no-nonsense interface that enthusiast shooters are loving right now. No wonder it made the pole-vault leap into the number one spot. All the way down the line, DCR readers found something to love about each of these models - take a look at last month's most popular models.
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1. Fujifilm X-Pro1 (back on the list) 
The Michael Phelps of interchangeable lens cameras? Sure. The X-Pro1 is almost universally adored for its retro touches, hybrid viewfinder and high-quality lens system. Intended for the advanced user, the X-Pro1 boasts a 16 megapixel CMOS sensor of the APS-C variety. |
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2. Nikon Coolpix P510 (first time on the list)
The Nikon Coolpix is primed for action with a 3.0-inch articulated LCD, built-in EVF, 42x optical zoom lens and 1080 HD video recording. It packs in the equivalent of a 1000mm telephoto lens - easily the biggest on the market. |
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3. Nikon Coolpix S9300 (previously #1)
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4. Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS (previously #2)
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5. Canon EOS 5D Mark III (previously #4)
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6. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V (previously #5)
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7. Canon PowerShot SX40 HS (previously #6)
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8. Canon EOS Rebel T3 (previously #8)
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9. Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS (back on the list)
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10. Samsung WB150F (first time on the list)
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Falling out of the top ten:
If our top ten list was an Olympic competition, the S9300 would snag the bronze. It's medal-worthy with an 18x optical zoom lens tucked into a svelte little chassis. It also offers a 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD and in-camera GPS tracking.
The Canon PowerShot 300 HS spent a long time at the top of our monthly Most Popular list and it's finally settling down. Don't count it out though, it's a real contender with 5x optical zoom starting at a wide 24mm angle of view and full 1080 HD video at a bargain hunter's price point.
Canon's 5D Mark III is about as serious of a competitor as it gets. It's a full frame pro DSLR with a new 61-point AF system, up to 6 fps burst shooting and a large 100% coverage optical viewfinder.
The HX200V doesn't have all of the zoom range of the P510, but a 30x optical zoom with Zeiss branding is plenty impressive. It offers GPS tracking, a speedy auto focus system and 1080 HD video recording.
The ultrazooms rank supreme this month. The formidable SX40 is yet another big-zoom contender with a 35x lens. Naturally, it also includes 1080p HD video capture, and it offers an impressive and much-needed image stabilization system.
Though Canon recently announced its latest T4i entry-level DSLR, the T3 is still hanging in there with a highly capable 12 megapixel CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 4 processor. It shows its age with a lack of full HD video, offering instead a 720p maximum video resolution.
Replaced by the WG-2 GPS, the WG-1 makes a comeback on our list. It's a rugged camera that will have no problem weathering rough outdoor activities. It's not afraid of a little water - in fact it's waterproof to 33 feet of water.
Samsung's WB150F is all about wireless connectivity. Share photos via integrated WiFi connectivity, or create an ad hoc connection to your smartphone and the possibilities are practically limitless. It offers a big 18x optical zoom lens and the benefits of auto and manual exposure modes.