The FinePix HS10 may not be a DSLR but never mind that because it has a great superzoom which features a 30x optical zoom and a high speed CMOS. In addition there’s 1080p video, a 3? tilting LCD, triple image stabilization and 1000 fps movie capture. You’ll definitely get more bang for your buck with the newest by FujiFilm. $500.

Give your camera the same protective treatment provided by Tumi for their luggage line with the Alpha Camera Pro. Made of the ultra-durable FXT ballistic nylon, the camera bag will handle an average Joe’s DSLR camera kit. Inside are removable cubes that can be rearranged to fit camera bodies, lenses, speed lights, etc while on a separate compartment is a space for your laptop. Several pockets are available for your other gizmos while the Add-a-bag feature on the Alpha makes it possible for you to piggyback the camera bag on your other luggage. $460.

Fujifilm has released a mega zoom bridge camera boasting an 18x optical zoom. It even has an ability to get HD videos at at 1280 x 720 pixels (720p). The S2500HD will feature a Dual Image Stabilization mode, combining a mechanically stabilized CCD sensor with high ISO sensitivities to prevent your photos from ending up blurry. Got a lot of friends and want to get them all perfect in one shot? No worries here since it’s Face Detection can go up to 10 faces at a time! So not yet ready to go pro? Here’s the cam for you! $TBA.

Pentax takes a step back in terms of design with retro-inspired Optio I10 which looks a lot like the Pentax SLR cameras. Of course there’s nothing old-fashioned about its high-tech features: it has a 12.1 megapixel sensor, 720p 30 fps video recording, wide angle 5x optical zoom, and high-sensitivity anti-shake up to ISO 6400. Good little camera for a good price. $300.

Pro photographers or even very serious amateurs who’ve bought a professional-grade 70-200 f/2.8 lens know how much those darned things cost. So if you’re shooting outside, you’ve only got to protect your babies and this is a nifty solution. Think Tank Photo introduces the Hydrophobia Flash 70-200. As the model name suggests, it accommodates cameras with lenses even up to 200mm focal length. There’s a collapsible clear flash tower when you’re not using a speedlight. A large sleeve protects your hands and wrists from the elements and all parts of the camera are accessible through various openings from the cover. $145.

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Fast telephoto or zoom lenses (i.e. f/2.8 or lower) are absolute necessities for any self-respecting nature or sports photographer but they can be very heavy. What you need is a monopod that won’t add to the already heavy gear you’re burdened with. Such as this 1.1 pound Carbon Fiber Traveler Monopod from Gitzo. The light weight and durability of this monopod means you can lug around your gear anywhere you want in whatever situation. Of course, you’ll have to have a matching ball head for this but that’s another story altogether. $250.

Your macro shots shouldn’t have to suck because of poor lighting. Purveyors of everything useful (sometimes) and cheap gadgets Brando wants your close up shots to shine with their LED-powered Ring Flash. A total of 24 LED lights can shine at full power in a circle or you can opt to light either the left or right semi-circle. The rig comes with different mounts for lenses with a diameter of 48 up to 67 mm. The ring flash is powered by a pair of AA batteries. $58.