California finish carpenter Kit Camp tried out six of the newest top-of-the-line 12-in. sliding compound-miter saws and rated them on their vertical capacity, miter range, bevel range, noise level, and other features. In this video, he points out what he feels are the positive and negative attributes of this Craftsman model.

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Bosch - 5412L 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw
The Bosch is packed with innovative features, but the standout is excellent up-front controls for both bevels and miters

Hitachi - C12LSH 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw
Hitachi’s saw is huge and has some distinctive features to go along with its futuristic look; the most notable feature is the digital readout for the miter and bevel scales, which might point to the future of these tools

DeWalt - DW718 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw
This saw is lightweight, compact, and an excellent choice for those who install a lot of tall baseboard and large crown molding

Makita - LS1214FL 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw
The Makita is beautifully engineered in every way, and it is relatively small and lightweight

Ridgid - MS1290LZA 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw
The Ridgid's fit and finish are second to none, and it’s a solid performer in nearly every area