20 Best Dslr Camera For Professional Photography (2023 Updated)

For an enthusiast grade camera, it is nice. It’s fairly well rounded for photo use. Which is what I now use it now, taking thumbnail photos and photos for canvases and merchandise. However I’m a cinematographer, and while it produces a wonderfully clear and crisp image with nice colors, the lack of a log profile on a $1000 enthusiast grade camera feels like it falls short of the mark for a camera of this price point aimed at an enthusiast crowd.

Still a good camera, and great for what I use it for at the moment for photography. But that lack of a log profile definitely strikes me as odd, and very disappointing. The internal preamps are not very good, but better than some of the other Nikons I had used in the past.

Of course, as this is my photo camera, and not my cinema rig base, that hardly matters to me.

Nikon D3300 was my first DSLR. Which is a very good camera. I have been very happy with it but I wanted to upgrade. After a lot of research I decided on the D7500. I was also looking at the Z50 and D500.

I’m retired, and at this stage of my life I didn’t feel the need to switch to mirrorless. As for the D500, it looks like a great camera but I couldn’t justify the cost. Like I said I’m retired, this is a relatively new hobby for me (5 years).

Hope to do some travel, shoot some wildlife and landscapes. So far the D7500 has exceeded all of my expectations. The auto focus is excellent, very fast and quiet. It is also better in low light, ability to shoot at higher ISOs is better than the D3300.

I’m still in the learning process, many more options to learn and settings to try. For me the D7500 is a great choice for the money spent, and IMO a big upgrade. The pics were shot with a Tamron 100-400.

The pics have NOT been edited, only cropped.

It’s a Canon DSLR, what more do I need to say? You’re going to pay the Canon tax anytime you’re buying a Canon. They’re THE camera company everyone goes to for their first DSLR. This particular model doesn’t include the flip out screen, so if that’s a must for you, you need to look at newer models or other brands.

The kit lens that’s included is perfectly adequate. It takes great looking photos but the auto-focus is very slow and operation is noisy. Luckily, you ought to be learning to use the focus ring (the twisty bit at the business-end of the lens that doesn’t zoom the photo).

“But why did you buy a three year old camera?” Because it works. I personally got an open-box example for my wife for less than $400 USD and aside from missing the lens cap (which was a non issue as they can easily be purchased) the camera was perfect.

I cleaned some stubborn fingerprints from the lens and now have a fantastic piece of equipment. Who is this for? This camera is for beginners who want to get into DSLR photography and don’t care about having the newest bells and whistles.

This camera is for the intermediate photographer that wants a rugged chonky camera to tote around with them Who is this NOT for? Beginners who do not wish to take a bit of time to learn how to operate a DSLR.

If the idea of learning about the exposure triangle scares you, or if you plan to leave this camera in auto 99% of the time, please do yourself a favor and buy a G7X instead. This isn’t for you f you plan to do any streaming with this camera, as it doesn’t have a clean HDMI output.

Newer models will meet your needs.

My students and I have been using the canon t series dslr cameras for a number of years to learn with and shoot pictures each day and its hands down the best value for the price in terms of image quality, reliability and durability.

in all the years i have owned them, i have not had 1 issue with any of the models. with regular cleaning and taking care of the camera, this dslr will last you a long time. the 18-55mm and zoom lens are adequate and the carry case included is a decent size and quality.

i would recommend using a speedlight fill flash as the on board pop up flash isnt great and looks very artificial. the only downside since i teach video production also is the lack of a touchscreen to make adjustments to shooting settings- it would also make using the autofocus easier as well, as you have to select your target area by using the navigation buttons instead of touching the area of the screen.

this is a typical function for the i series of cameras. additionally, the video mode isn’t easy for newcomers to figure out as a standalone function without first learning the ins and outs of the photography modes first.

but overall its a great buy and proven model for any level of photo enthusiast that produces a solid image.

First off, I’ve been using Nikon cameras for almost 30 years. So please consider that if you are looking for a more “comparative” review. The nearest competitor I use is the Sony A6000, a completely different ballgame.

That said, it means I’ve been through the FM, FM2, F2, F3, F100, D50, AND D200, and currently use the 3500 as well as a D7500. The 3500 is wonderfully lightweight and compact Dslr, with outstanding image quality, compact format factor, exceptionally good lenses (10-20, 18-55, 70-300; all af-p’s and a 35/1.

8 and 85/1. 8 af-s), and incredibly good battery life. I don’t hesitate to use it on jobs. There is not a single complaint I can levy against this camera. I only shoot stills and don’t “chimp” (I’m a film guy), and it never has let me down.

I’m in manual mode 100% of the time, restrict auto ISO to 6400 and bang away. I’ve never had a camera stand out of my way so willingly and get such repeatable results. I use a few non-ai lenses so I love the absence of the ai tab on other, more expensive Nikons, so huge bonus there.

All of the above can be echoed for the D7500, and use both regularly. Highly recommended.

So far so good! I’m a complete novice when it comes to DSLRs. In the age of the smartphone, I never really had the chance to have an interest in standalone cameras. I received this camera for my birthday and have been having a lot of fun taking pictures and messing around in manual mode.

The presets are good and intuitive, and there’s even a guide setting that helps to get you the pictures you want to take. The camera feels solid in my hand, and comes with a nice strap to hang around the neck and shoulders.

I love that you can connect the camera to your phone via Bluetooth and send pictures so that you can quickly upload them to social media. The battery life is good – I’ve only charged it once since taking it out of the box and have been using the camera for about an hour or so everyday for a week, plus I’ve forgotten to turn it off on at least one night.

I took one star off because there is no way to attach a microphone, which I feel is a basic function that a camera of this caliber should have. As of now, I’ve only been taking pictures of my kids and inanimate objects.

I watched a few YouTube videos to get me started and now I’m just practicing to get better in the manual settings. If you’re on the fence about buying a DSLR in 2021 and the age of the semi-decent iPhone camera, I say do it! It’s a fun hobby that you can pick up and learn quickly.

My husband bought me this camera for my birthday. I have owned it for over two years, and it has always been my go-to camera! I literally bring it everywhere to take pictures and make memories. We are avid travelers, and I have taken it all the way from Hawaii to Florida.

I have made dozens of photo books, and have taken my children’s senior photos, wedding photos, new baby photos, and so many vacation photos. The camera is easy to use, easy to transport and easy to clean.

I take it to the beach a lot, so it sometimes gets a little salt water condensation on the lens. However, I use specially made lens cleaner for my camera and a soft, microfiber cloth, and everything looks like new.

The quality of the pictures is always crisp and clean. I have won awards for some of my photographs using this camera. One thing that I would suggest is to purchase an attachable lens cover.

Having owned the 90D for close to 2 years now, I’ve taken it everywhere I go if I sense there’ll be photographic opportunities. I upgraded from the iconic 60D, and this is a plentiful upgrade since it’s nearly a decade newer.

Upon first feel, the body is smaller and lighter. A more welcomed feature for those with smaller hands, but I prefer the size of the 60D. Not too small, not too big like the 5D series, just right. The aperture dial on the back is also noticeably smaller than the 60D, however the new grip more than makes up for it.

Pros: Speed. The autofocus is about 95% great. Occasionally it’ll give me an orange box in live view mode and disable the shutter button, but paired with my 70-300 IS USM lens, it focuses faster than my eye! The 10fps you get out of this camera is stellar.

Excellent for shooting fast aviation like I do. The 1. 6x crop factor also greatly helps with fighter jets, wildlife, and birds. Video: First thing I did when I unboxed the camera was immediately update the firmware.

I needed that 4K/24p frame rate. The 4K video is decent. Less noise than in stills. I’ve noticed shooting in 4K crop mode, it’s noticeably sharper. This is due to non-crop 4K actually shooting 3. 2K, but giving your files UHD dimensions.

Cropped 4K is true 3840×2160. It’s only overheated in this mode once, so it’s not as bad as 4K HQ or 8K on the R5. Cons: Low light performance. It’s not good. At all. I only have 2 lenses; the aforementioned 70-300 f/4-5.

6 IS USM, and the iconic Sigma 18-35mm f/1. 8. As sharp as both lenses are, the ridiculously high megapixel count doesn’t collect light well at all. This means it’s VERY hit-and-miss for concert photography.

For me, this is a big setback because I shoot aviation in my spare time, and play metal shows regularly where lighting isn’t the greatest. Even with a fast 1. 8 lens wide open, a shutter speed of 1/125th isn’t fast enough to freeze headbanging action, and the ISO left on auto can go up to its maximum of 25,600, making otherwise great shots unusably noisy.

Turning down the shadows for more darkness and less noise only goes so far. Since it’s a DSLR, a 20mm f/1. 4 lens can’t be speedboosted to f/1. 0. Leaving a lot to be desired. I think Canon should’ve swapped megapixel count on the 6D MkII for this, as it’d be more than the 80D, but the photosites would have more space to collect light.

Overall, the build quality is solid, the menu and screen are fast, easy to navigate, and look great. The video is decent. Good enough for a C cam with the right lighting and lens. The 32. 5MP resolution is great with a sharp lens, and has definitely come in handy when cropping on images when I’m unable to swap lenses, but the low light performance in RAW is terrible.

You can’t beat the laws of physics with a smaller sensor. It’s a nice balance between ‘better than entry level’ and ‘enthusiast wildlife photographer’. I don’t regret my upgrade decision.

Probably my last DSL before everything goes mirrorless but this camera is worth it. As a long time Nikon DSL user, the immediate learning curve is quick. Very good layout. I was surprised by how light and actually small the body was.

Everyone says mirrorless bodies are so much more compact but I don’t find the D780 to be heavy or cumbersome at all. Besides needing a major upgrade in tech and going full frame, high on my list were focusing systems and low light capability.

This camera does both very well. It’s first real workout was shooting swimming at an indoor pool for my daughter’s swim team. Low light and fast action, so this was a good test. The various focus options are excellent; with choices between focus areas, and tracking combined with shutter burst modes you are sure to get the money shot in most sequences.

The focus system kept up with the swimmers, it was very fast. Low light handling has come a long way. Indoor pool lighting is horrible but at about ISO 800 I was able to get good exposure and speed. After the pool tests, I’m confident this camera will be able to handle anything outdoors or any other creative situations I throw at it.

Regarding battery life, I shot heavy for two hours and the battery indicator might have moved one notch. I have one 64gig memory card which yields 1. 2k exposures (raw). And to think there are actually dual cards slots so you have a ton of space to shoot.

(I don’t do video). The display screen is awesome for review and you can scroll through the many picture review options (depending on what you set in the menu) that we are all familiar with; histograms, highlights, focus, etc.

The touch screen zoom is great for checking focus. I am looking forward to digging in a little more as time goes on but I can tell this camera will be great for some time to come and glad I finally upgraded.

This was a steal at the price, and the perfect next Nikon for me. I have always been an avid photographer, but never had the cash to commit to great cameras. This camera has been extensively reviewed on Youtube and tech websites, so I did my research before buying.

If you are looking for an entry-level camera body with a FANTASTIC autofocusing kit lens (it has a smooth manual-focus override ring), with multiple modes, Bluetooth transfer capability (albeit slow) to devices, Wifi connection, and a Live View LCD screen mode, look no further.

Nikon delivers the perfect frame every time, and always has. The color reproduction is phenomenal. The detail and clarity of sharp images is outstanding. If I had a reason to buy this camera twice, I would.

Instead, I am going to spring for the 1. 8 aperture 35 mm lens to give myself better low light pics. DON’T GET ME WRONG, THOUGH — THIS CAMERA TOOK SPECTACULAR PICS AT TWILIGHT, AND EVEN SOME AT NIGHT.

Cheers, Tyler.

After many years with a Canon EOS 450, I finally got round to upgrading to something more current. Still a few years since launch, this camera is night and day to the Canon. Gone are the compact flash cards, limited ISO options and low res lcd screen.

Replaced instead with a more standard SD card slot, a host of options, filters, modes and a bright menu and live image viewer on the LCD screen (which also has the option for a live view). The feature set is rich with possibilities and allows for even a complete beginner to take incredible shots.

The depth of field and focus settings are simple and the image processing chip makes even tricky shots look professional. This pack, which includes the additional zoom lens, is an absolute steal for the price and unless you are a professional photographer or have need of a mirrorless camera, it will do everything you need and more (did I mention HD video capture?) Absolutely brilliant camera, I would recommend to anyone looking for their first DSLR or thinking of upgrading from an aging entry level item.

I’ve owned this camera for about a week, and so far it’s great. I’m only a photography hobbyist, and this is great for my current capabilities and understanding of photography. I’ve used it on a couple of photo walks with folks around my neighborhood, and it’s very light/portable.

It’s the perfect size to put in one of those Patagonia Atom sling bags to keep at the ready. The battery lasts a long time and charges quickly. I’ve kept it in manual mode the whole time I’ve had it, and being able to change the ISO on the fly is a completely new concept for me, as I’ve only shot film until owning this camera.

Being able to change the ISO, the shutter speed, and the aperture all with the same dial is a very handy feature. Before I figured out how to do that, I was changing all those settings on the touch-screen like a scrub.

The screen is great, and it’s very easy to move into different positions. The screen even automatically turns off when you bring the camera up to your face so you don’t accidentally change any settings with your nose.

The menus are also very straightforward. The camera ships with Japanese as the default language, but in spite of that, I was able to find my way to the ‘change default language’ and switch it to english.

The lens it ships with is great too. It’s good for shooting up-close subjects, but you’ll need something bigger for subjects further away. Overall, it’s a good amateur-level camera. I haven’t truly put it through its paces yet, but I’m looking forward to it.

My aging Nikon D5200 has a lot of shutter actuations, an increase in hot pixels, and a cracked but functional LCD screen. I was ready to go mirrorless, but I could not find something that would match up with an all-in-one lens.

I would have liked to continue using a Tamron 18-400, but I was open to a mirrorless compatible lens if it could offer a similar range of coverage. I did not, so I looked at Nikon’s SLRs. Weight has become important to me; the D5600 was the lightest.

Similarities with the body and menus to the D5200 were also a plus. My prior lenses remained usable. Having opted for the D5600, I found that almost none were in stock. It is now labeled an older product.

Nikon may have discontinued its manufacture. Bodies alone were not available, so I took a gamble with a kit lens and body combo. The gamble is that there is no manufacturer warrantee, only a limited warrantee by the seller, because the products were not produced for our region.

I got a shock when I turned on the camera; the menus were in Asian pictographs. I did find one line that was in Roman letters -Language. Once I selected that and English I was ready to continue my set-up.

The D5600 works, and is compatible with my lenses. However the New Nikkor 18-55 lens is not reverse compatible with my D5200. When the 18-55 is put on the D5200, the message Lens not attached appears.

I note the my ML-L3 infrared remote does not work on the newer D5600. I did buy a corded remote instead. So far the gamble has worked. I may go mirrorless and or full frame later, but for now I can wait for the right all-in-one zooms to develop.

If I find any other issues with the D5600, I’ll update this review.

I did a lot of research before choosing the Nikon D5600. I just wanted a new hobby and decided to take up photography. I even upgraded my cell phone to support the camera. I don’t have any problems using the Snapbridge although the WiFi sometimes takes few minutes to connect.

It seems to have an easier time hooking up when I am away from the network at my house. Every photo I have snapped is instantly on my phone and my Nikon Image Space account. I like the way the D5600 feels in my hand.

I adore the articulated touch screen. That feature alone is the reason I chose this camera over the D3500. The controls on the camera work well with me. This might be because I am not comparing the camera with any other camera.

The included 18-55 AF-P VR kit lens seems to be of a really nice lens. I am saving up for my next lens. The AF-S 35mm f/1. 8. I have read the reviews. I am really liking my new hobby because I chose a great camera to start with.

The only things about the kit that I am not thrilled about are camera strap and the white piece of plastic rear lens cap. Those two issues have already been remedied. The flash on the D5600 is very nice.

It gets used often because the kit lens relies on it because it is not a low light lens. Pictures turn out great! I am impressed by the image quality of camera and lens combo and how instantly it focuses.

I bought David Busch’s “Nikon D5600 Guide to DLSR Photography” which brought up to speed really quickly, as none of photos I have taken were done in full “AUTO” mode. All in all I am beyond thrilled with my Nikon D5600 and Adorama’s service.

They are now my go-to camera shop. Thank you!.

Camera, lenses, battery, etc. , all arrived safely, and on time, in a very nice case. First time I have used any camera rental service, and I’m glad I choose Lenrentals. I had heard good things about them and now I see why.

I rented a Nikon D5600 and three lenses to see if a small, older DSLR would be a good fit for me. The camera takes great pictures, but I decided it wasn’t what I wanted. So I figure I spent a little money to save me from a more expensive wrong decision, plus I enjoyed playing with the camera for a few days.

Also, if I had wanted to purchase the camera, they offered me a deal to keep the camera and one of the lenses at a price that included a partial discount of the rental fee. (It would have been a good deal if I had wanted to get the D5600.

) The rental process is explained well and they provide all of the supplies you’ll need to pack the items for return. Very easy process. Also, if you’re nervous about damaging your rental items, they offer insurance at a reasonable price.

I will definitely use Lensrentals again.