New Year’s Resolution

IN 2010, LOOK FOR MORE CAMERAS TO BLUR THE LINE BETWEEN PHOTO AND HD-VIDEO EQUIPMENT, BEGINNING WITH THESE SHARP NEW RELEASES.

1 Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

All hail the new king of cameras. The 16.1-megapixel powerhouse offers speed, accuracy and 1080p video capability. $4,999, www.canon.com

2 Nikon D300S

Nikon fans can rejoice: High-speed shooting, 720p video and stereo audio capabilities were included in the 12.3-megapixel upgrade to the already solid D300 model. $1,700, www.nikonusa.com

3 Pentax K-x

It has a 12.4-mega-pixel sensor and can shoot 720p video, but what really sets this inexpensive DSLR apart from the rest is the option to pick it up in black, white or red. $650, www.pentax.com

4 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 With excellent image quality and 720p HD video, this 12.1-megapixel DSLR-like beauty gives shutterbugs the ability to switch lenses. $900, www.panasonic.com