In the previous part of the “Buyer's Guide” we talked about the most successful cameras worth up to 10,000 rubles . Now let's move on to cameras with an average price of up to 25,000 rubles. The choice in this category is wider than among the compact cameras that are presented in the first article. Here there are compacts with an increased zoom, as well as more advanced mirror and mirrorless models for the embodiment of creative ideas. An important function of the camera in the modern world is shooting video, and it is wonderful that some cameras presented in this article can record it even in 4K format. It is possible that not every model mentioned here will be in the photo store next door, but it is definitely sold in at least one chain store (regular or online) with delivery in Russia. We hope that after reading this article you will pick up the camera for your wallet and with the potential you need, because for this we are working!

CANON cameras up to 25,000 rubles

Canon EOS 4000D

The Canon EOS 4000D is the most affordable SLR camera and the youngest model in the Canon line of low-cost SLR cameras. It is ideal for beginner photographers who are looking for a convenient camera to get acquainted with the basics of photography and amateur photography.

The camera has a small size (129.0 x 101.6 x 77.1 mm) and weight (436 g), easy to operate. It has an APS-C format CMOS image sensor with a resolution of 18 megapixels, a DIGIC 4+ processor. The EF-S mount is compatible with all EF / EF-S lenses. For autofocus when sighting through the optical viewfinder, a separate sensor with phase difference detection (9 focus points) or a movable area with a free focus point location and automatic face recognition in Live View are used.

Canon EOS 4000D provides a burst speed of up to 3 frames / s, supports SD, SDHC, SDXC cards. The battery life is enough for about 500 frames. The built-in Wi-Fi module connects the camera to mobile devices and makes it possible to learn photography in the special Canon Photo Companion app for iOS and Android. The built-in flash is effective up to 9.2 m away. The hot shoe connector allows you to work with Canon's original EX Speedlite flash units

In addition to fully automatic intelligent auto mode, the Canon EOS 4000D has six scene programs and Creative Auto auto mode, which allows you to independently choose the shooting mode and the built-in flash, adjust the depth of field and the effect / atmosphere of shooting. At the same time, the display clearly shows what the final image will be.

More control over the shooting is provided by semi-automatic program (P), shutter priority (Tv), aperture priority (Av), and fully manual (M) modes.

The ISO 3200 photosensitivity can be considered the threshold for the camera - you can print pictures in A4 format and publish on the Web in screen size. Canon EOS 4000D allows you to shoot video with auto exposure and Full HD quality at a frequency of 30 frames per second. Autofocus during video recording - contrast type. Color reproduction and image brightness look realistic. In short, the Canon 4000D is a full-fledged creative tool with good potential, which novice amateur enthusiasts should definitely appreciate.

Canon PowerShot SX730 HS

The lightweight and compact Canon PowerShot SX730 HS is comfortable to carry around all the time in your pocket or bag. Its main advantage is a 40x zoom lens with an optical image stabilization system. Therefore, this compact will be especially useful for those who like to shoot very distant objects or to grab fragments of the city landscape, architectural details, genre scenes and interesting faces. The range of focal lengths of the lens is 24–960 mm. In addition, using the ZoomPlus software function, the zoom ratio can be increased up to 80x, which will even provide shooting of the moon's surface. Thus, the zoom allows you to shoot in almost any genre: single and group portraits, architecture, animals. The Canon PowerShot SX730 HS is equipped with a DIGIC 6 processor and a 20-megapixel 1 / 2.3 ”CMOS sensor with backlighting. This equipment will allow you to get high-quality photographs only in the daytime or when shooting in the evening with a tripod with minimum ISO values.

The screen is capable of rising up to 180 ° for convenient selfie shooting. Using the Canon Camera Connect app and Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC wireless modules, you can control the camera from a mobile device, share pictures with friends, or print to a compatible Canon printer.

Canon PowerShot SX730 HS can shoot in “smart” auto mode, recognizing up to 58 scenes, in shutter priority or aperture priority mode, as well as in fully manual mode. In addition, in addition to a large group of plot programs, the Sports, Creative Shot, and Self-portrait modes are separately available for independent selection in it.

If you need to capture something on the video, then this is not a problem for the camera. It is capable of shooting in Full HD resolution (1920 × 1080 pixels) at up to 60 frames per second, using Intelligent IS's five-axis image stabilization, which compensates for even shaking when shooting on the go. It is possible to take pictures during movie shooting, as well as use the effect of fast or slow motion playback.

Canon EOS M10

Canon EOS M10 is a good choice for amateur enthusiasts who need a small and beautiful camera that shoots no worse than amateur SLR cameras. With smaller sizes and weight (108x66.6x35 mm and 301 grams), due to the use of a large image sensor (the same as in DSLRs), it not only produces equally high-quality images, but also provides shooting with a shallow depth of field, which they cannot ordinary compacts.

Canon EOS M10 is a typical representative of modern cameras, with a large and bright rotary (180 °) screen, which offers touch control. Thanks to the latter, using the camera is as convenient as a smartphone. The EOS M10 has a DIGIC 6 processor and an APS-C format CMOS sensor with a resolution of 18 megapixels, which is enough to print 40x60 cm photos. The camera has almost all common shooting modes, from automatic to fully manual, and also supports RAW format. It is suitable for shooting movies in Full HD quality, including using various creative effects.

The EOS M10 model is equipped with Wi-Fi and NFC modules that enable the transfer and viewing of pictures on mobile devices, wireless photo printing and the publication of pictures on social networks.

NIKON cameras up to 25,000 rubles

Nikon Coolpix A900

The main advantage of the Nikon Coolpix A900 against the background of competitors is the ability to shoot video with a resolution of 4K (UHD). By taking photos or videos with this camera and connecting it to a modern TV, you can have a great time watching the memorable moments of your vacation or holiday in ultra-high resolution. This camera is very suitable for a beginner, since you can entrust shooting to automation, focusing on catching the right moment in the plot. The Nikon Coolpix A900 is equipped with a 1 / 2.3-inch CMOS sensor with backlight and a resolution of 20.3 megapixels, a 35x Nikkor zoom lens with an equivalent focal length of 24-840 mm, a rotary (270 °) screen and an optical and electronic stabilization. Due to this, neither distant objects, nor the dark time of the day will become an obstacle to the realization of a creative idea. However, high-quality images can be obtained mainly during the day in bright light. In such conditions, the camera’s rate of fire up to 7 frames per second also allows you to shoot dynamic reports and street events.

Wireless technology in the Nikon Coolpix A900 is represented by built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth. With their help, it is easy to share the footage with friends or view it on the screen of a smartphone or tablet. At the same time, the Bluetooth module can be left turned on permanently, since it consumes much less power than Wi-Fi.

Nikon 1 S2 Kit

Nikon 1 S2 is the most compact mirrorless camera in its class with interchangeable lenses, which has a memorable appearance. For his striking design in 2015, he was awarded an award at the RED DOT AWARD ceremony. This model is an excellent choice for those who need a truly pocket-sized camera, significantly superior to conventional compacts and smartphones in image quality and creative possibilities. In Nikon 1 S2 this is achieved through the use of a type 1 ”CMOS sensor (sensor size smaller than in SLR cameras) with a resolution of 14.2 megapixels and the possibility of using a fleet of interchangeable lenses with Nikon 1 mount. Note that at this price sample the camera comes with a standard Nikkor 11–27.5mm f / 3.5–5.6 lens.

The Nikon 1 S2 focuses quickly and accurately and provides a burst speed of up to 60 frames per second. With such indicators, you definitely will not miss a single important point. In addition, you can shoot Full HD videos and take photos directly during video shooting thanks to a proprietary dual processor. At the same time, one is responsible for taking photos, and the other for video. Like most amateur cameras, this model has a built-in flash, automatic and programmed shooting modes are available. There is also a manual mode and the ability to save pictures in RAW format. And those who love everything unusual will surely like the creative palette mode, in which various effects filters can be applied directly during shooting.

SONY cameras up to 25,000 rubles

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400

The main advantage of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 is a very powerful zoom lens with a magnification of 63x and a range of focal lengths of 24.5-1550 mm. This determines the purpose of the camera - it is for travelers who shoot in the daytime a variety of scenes: vivid landscapes, architecture, macro, wildlife, as well as for lovers of genre photography and even amateur astrophotography.

The ergonomic design of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 and the electronic viewfinder, through which it is convenient to frame in bright light, allow you to shoot in the same manner as with a DSLR. This is especially useful when shooting with high zoom zoom. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 has a 1 / 2.3-inch CCD sensor with a resolution of 20.1 megapixels. It will provide image quality at the level of modern smartphones, but it will only take advantage of the high zoom zoom when shooting on a bright sunny day. Also note that the camera is capable of shooting videos in as low as 720p. The battery life is about 300 photographs.

FUJIFILM cameras up to 25,000 rubles

Fujifilm FinePix XP120

Externally, the compact Fujifilm FinePix XP120 camera looks rather unusual: a sporty design, an integrated lens in the upper right corner. The fact is that this camera is designed for lovers of extreme relaxation. Its case is protected from dust, waterproof when immersed to a depth of 20 meters, shockproof when dropped from a height of 1.75 m, and is also able to withstand low temperatures to -10 ° C. So this model is ready for underwater photography and camping trips, but is useful for everyday creative work, for example, in the rain, on a ski trip or on the beach. The protected compact is equipped with a 1 / 2.3-inch CMOS image sensor with rear illumination and a resolution of 16.4 megapixels, a 3-inch LCD screen with anti-reflective coating, a built-in 5x zoom lens with a focal length of 28-140 mm and aperture f / 3.9-4.9, built-in flash. The camera measures 109.6x71x27.8 mm and weighs 203 grams with a battery and a memory card. The camera is available in black-green, black-blue, yellow-black and blue-black colors.

The camera shoots in auto mode, in various scene programs (for example, “Snow”, “Beach”, “Underwater macro shooting”), in burst shooting mode and HDR, as well as macro. In addition, Fujifilm FinePix XP120 has an interesting Cinemagraph mode, which allows you to take pictures with “moving elements” and with a contrasting main subject. The burst speed of up to 10 frames per second is an excellent indicator for reporting, but you can only get a high-quality shot in bright light. Among other things, the camera can record videos in Full HD quality with a frame rate of up to 60 per second. Also, with its help, you can conduct interval shooting, for example, to photograph sunrise / sunset, sea tide or blooming of flowers. They did not deprive Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Wi-Fi module, thanks to which you can send photos or videos from the camera to a mobile device, as well as print - the camera is compatible with Instax Share instant printer. Given this set of features and capabilities, with this camera you can go almost to the ends of the world. The absence of semi-automatic and manual modes is rather a plus, since in extreme conditions there is no time to set up the camera, just have time to shoot.

OLYMPUS cameras up to 25,000 rubles

Olympus TG-4

Olympus TG-4 is another representative of the class of protected cameras, designed for lovers of extreme relaxation and photographers shooting in harsh weather conditions. This compact, sealed model is equipped with a 1 / 2.3 ”type 16-megapixel CMOS sensor with rear illumination and a 4x built-in zoom lens with an equivalent focal length of 25-100 mm (digital zoom up to 44.5x). Compared with the apparatus described above, the TG-4 lens has a higher aperture ratio (f / 2.0-4.9), which will give an advantage when shooting with insufficient lighting, for example, under water or at dusk. Support for recording photos in RAW format also distinguishes the Olympus TG-4 from similar cameras. The model is available both in a red-eye-catching case and in a more restrained black.

The camera can withstand temperatures up to ?10 ° ?, a drop from a height of up to 2.1 meters and a load of up to 100 kg. Also with it you can fall under water to a depth of 15 meters. In addition to auto mode, scene programs and HD movie shooting at up to 60 frames per second, the Olympus TG-4 can shoot in aperture priority mode, and also has two modes with saving user settings. The speed of serial shooting is 5 frames per second, which in the presence of good light will allow you to shoot dynamic scenes both on land and under water.

A feature of this model is the Live Composite function, which allows you to observe in real time how the picture gradually "appears" at slow shutter speeds, for example, when shooting a salute. And the camera is equipped with a microscope mode, which makes it possible to shoot from a distance of only 1 cm (at a focal length of 100 mm in equiv.) And Focus Stacking mode, in which eight frames are combined into one picture with a maximum depth of field. For convenient transfer of images to a mobile device, the camera has a Wi-Fi module, and GPS to track its location. In addition to the camera, extreme sportsmen who are especially keen on creativity can purchase LED backlighting, underwater boxing, various covers, flashes, a wide-angle nozzle, a tele-converter, and a fisheye lens.