best professional digital SLR camera

 Nikon D300s

Price: 78, 759
Overview: The Nikon D300s, powered by EXPEED image processor uses 12.3MP camera which automatically updates information such as latitude, longitude, altitude and time on the images.

Features: The 3-inch low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD has a resolution of 921,000 dot pixels and can add in external memory with the help of CompactFlash Card Type I, SD card and SDHC card. The rechargeable EN-EL3e Li-Ion battery can take up to 950 shots per charge. It includes additional features such as in-camera movie editing, PictBridge support, Active D-Lighting technology and is dust and water resistant. It is capable of shooting 720p HD videos with resolution of 1280*720 at 24fps.

Verdict: The camera offers outstanding performance, excellent photo quality, solidly built 

 Nikon D4 SLR

Price:  3, 39,452

Overview: Nikon D4,company’s update to its D3S pro body features higher resolution sensor and faster continuous-shooting performance, better and flexible video quality as well as host of attractive new features. It is the fastest professional camera ever made for sports and action photography.

Features:  The D4 is big and heavy with a rugged and sealed construction and captures images with excellent high-ISO-sensitivity. It blazes away at 10 frames per second with a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000 seconds. Other notable features include 3.2 inch TFT LCD view finder with 921,000 dots and for storage it has SD memory card options. It is powered with rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL18 battery and an optical resolution of 16.2MP. It includes various other additional features like Self-Timer Mode, Portrait, Landscape, Noise Reduction, Auto-focus, Live view Modes and the like.

Verdict: D4, known to be the updated version of D3S is specially meant for full-time professional news, sports and action photographers. For those people looking out for fastest body, D4 can be an option on your list as it offers stunning features and excellent 

Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Price:  1, 99,912

Overview: The EOS 5D Mark III is part of the EOS range of high performance DSLR cameras from Canon. The robust design of the camera is aimed at providing easy-handling for extensive and repeated use. The rough and rugged texture of the camera not only adds to the aesthetic value of the camera, but also helps to maintain a firm grip during operating.

Features: Sporting a 36*24 mm full frame CMOS image sensor, the 5D captures high quality images at an incredible 22.3MP resolution. It features a sizable 3.2 inch TFT colour LCD display with a 1,040,000 dot resolution as well as supports Compact Flash Card Type I, SD, SDHC or SDXC memory cards. Powered by an LP-E6 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the Canon 5D Mark III is capable of shooting up to 950 shots. Besides, it includes various other features like PictBridge, Face Detection, self-timer function and the like.

Verdict: those who matter about performance and configurability, the camera are worth the price. It offers a streamlined shooting design, better performance and maintains excellent photo and video quality as well.