With an amount of about 60,000 rubles, you can get a really interesting camera. In this price category there are good mirror and mirrorless models. For cameras with interchangeable lenses, we selected kits (kit configuration) available in large networks throughout Russia with a standard lens that would successfully cover the needs of beginners. It is important to pay attention to the lens that comes with the kit, because it determines the convenience of shooting and the breadth of the subjects covered. More from him, and not just from the image sensor, the quality of the pictures depends. Sometimes it’s more profitable to take a cheaper camera of the previous generation and a good universal zoom lens more expensive, keeping in the same amount. This will allow you to shoot photo masterpieces, for a longer time without thinking about buying additional optics. You may not want to suffer at all with interchangeable lenses, and you will like the top-end compact camera with a built-in zoom lens and a large sensor. We picked up such models. The choice is yours.
CANON cameras up to 60,000 rubles
Canon EOS 750D and Canon EOS 800D
Canon EOS 800D was released two years later than the Canon EOS 750D , is its replacement and costs 10,000 rubles more. But how critical are the differences between the cameras, which model of the two to choose and is it worth it to overpay?Canon EOS 77D
In the first half of 2018, the Canon EOS 77D was in the price category of up to 100,000 rubles , but at the beginning of 2019 it became more affordable and moved to the category of up to 60,000 rubles. Canon EOS 77D is suitable for both amateur and experienced amateur enthusiasts with an eye to further growth, since it allows you to successfully shoot in automatic mode and gradually master all the possibilities, thanks to the help mode, almost "adult" management and a full touch interface. The device is able to cope with the shooting of dynamic scenes and is suitable for solving other creative tasks. The camera is equipped with a 24-megapixel CMOS sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, which provides accurate and fast focusing when shooting with on-screen viewing, and a phase autofocus module with 45 cross-type phase sensors for shooting with framing through the viewfinder, which also allows accurate focusing . These are excellent characteristics for both amateur and semi-professional class cameras. Canon EOS 77D can shoot videos in maximum quality Full HD (1080p) at a speed of 60 frames / s and time lapses. The camera is equipped with a rotatable 3-inch touch screen with a resolution of 1.04 million pixels, a built-in flash (through the "hot shoe" you can connect an external flash), a 3.5-mm jack for an external microphone and Wi-Fi and NFC modules. UHS-I SD memory cards are supported.Canon PowerShot G3 X
The compact Canon PowerShot G3 X can also be seen as a good alternative to the DSLR on long trips or on long city walks. Moreover, it will be convenient for both beginners and experienced photographers. The dimensions of the camera are 123.3 × 76.5 × 105.3 mm, and the weight is 733 grams with the battery. Controlling both the SLR camera and the Canon PowerShot G3 X is equally convenient, as they have similar controls. But at the same time, the compact camera does not require a constant change of lenses for different scenes, since it is equipped with a built-in (attention!) 25x zoom lens. And if there is no time to think about tinctures, intelligent auto mode will help out.Canon EOS M5
The Canon EOS M5 is the flagship model of the mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses in the Canon EOS M line. It is made in a compact body, so it is very convenient to take it with you on walks or on vacation. The dimensions of the M5 are 115.6 x 89.2 x 60.6 mm, and the weight without battery, memory card and optics is 427 grams. The camera is equipped with a 24.2-megapixel APS-C format CMOS sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, which provides accurate and fast focusing in Live View, even if you have to work in low light conditions such as twilight or night city. The modern DIGIC 7 processor provides not only accurate and fast autofocus, but also a burst speed of up to 9 frames per second. The built-in electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2.36 million dots provides a very clear picture suitable for manual focusing (there is an auxiliary focus picking function). You can also frame and focus on the 3.2-inch tilted touch screen. The camera is compatible with any lens with an EF-M mount, as well as with EF and EF-S optics through an EF-EOS M adapter. All the basic functions of the Canon EOS M5 can be configured with controls on the chassis. A separate plus is the ability to program the necessary functions (up to 21) on discs and buttons. This camera produces a beautiful high-quality picture, supports the RAW format, and 6400 units can be considered the maximum working ISO. There is a function of 5-axis electronic image stabilization, which allows for smooth video shooting in maximum quality Full HD with a frequency of up to 60 frames per second. And for recording high-quality sound, a microphone input is provided. The Canon EOS M5, a modern camera in every sense, is equipped with Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth wireless modules for quick file sharing. It also surprises with its low power consumption: more than 700 frames are enough for one battery charge during intensive shooting in the cold. The Canon EOS M5 is truly versatile and suitable for shooting a wide variety of scenes, including complex ones. Its main advantage over DSLRs with an APS-C sensor is a combination of the same level of quality with much more modest dimensions and weight. Therefore, the Canon EOS M5 is suitable for both travelers and advanced photographers, and will also serve as an excellent service for professionals as a second camera. The “kit” kit includes a Canon EF-M 15-45 mm universal zoom lens with aperture f / 3.5-6.3 and an optical image stabilizer.Fujifilm cameras up to 60,000 rubles
Fujifilm X-T20
Fujifilm X-T20 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera designed for amateur enthusiasts who want to create and develop their photography skills, but do not plan to make money with it. The camera is available in stylish silver-black and strict black colors. Its dimensions are 118.4 x 82.8 x 41.4 mm, and the weight along with the battery and memory card is 383 grams. The X-T20 has a 24-megapixel X-Trans CMOS III APS-C sensor, a powerful X-Processor Pro processor, an advanced hybrid autofocus system with 325 points and the ability to focus on the face and eyes, an electronic OLED viewfinder with a resolution of 2.36 million dots, a touch screen with a diagonal of 3 inches and a resolution of 1.04 million dots, built-in flash, hot shoe connector. To make it easier to comprehend the basics of photo art, for beginner amateur photographers, the camera provides automatic mode, touch control and a built-in flash. There are also great opportunities for more advanced photographers. Creative people who miss film times will surely enjoy the opportunity to take photos using presets that mimic film. The X-T20 camera is capable of serial shooting at speeds up to 14 frames per second, including in a completely silent mode thanks to the electronic shutter, as well as record videos in 4K format at up to 30 frames per second. Equipped with a Wi-Fi module, using mobile devices, you can control the camera remotely and share pictures. The battery energy consumption is low and amounts to about 350 frames, but it is possible to charge the camera via the USB port and simultaneously shoot. Thanks to its compact size, fast autofocus and convenient operation, the Fujifilm X-T20 will be a good companion for shooting every day and will surely appeal to lovers of street and genre photography. You can consider it as an additional camera for a professional. Fujifilm X-T20 is sold complete with different lenses, but we consider the option with the fastest zoom lens Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS to be the most successful, which has the most popular range of focal lengths.NIKON cameras up to 60,000 rubles
Nikon D5600
In the price range of up to 60,000 rubles among Nikon cameras, the most interesting amateur Nikon D5600 SLR camera with an AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm f / 3.5-5.6G VR lens seemed to us the most interesting . Nikon D5600 will provide the owner with high quality photos and videos, suitable even for serious shooting, including commercial. This is the most advanced camera of the 5000 series, which has several advantages. In particular, it uses touch control, with which it is convenient to shoot video, control the camera and use the menu. The camera is equipped with a 24.2-megapixel APS-C format sensor and an EXPEED 4 processor, which provides ISO up to 25,600 units. The model is small in size and ergonomic. For wireless communication, there are Wi-Fi and NFC modules, as well as Bluetooth LE, which, with low energy consumption, supports camera communication with mobile devices. The D5600 model conserves battery power and can take up to 970 shots. Within this price range, you can often buy an AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm f / 3.5-5.6G VR lens complete with the D5600. However, there are kits with AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f / 3.5-5.6G ED VR, which is more versatile and preferred as the first lens. If you’re ready to spend a few thousand more, you can find the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f / 3.5-5.6G ED VR zoom kit - this lens is even more versatile due to its larger zoom.SONY cameras up to 60,000 rubles
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100M3
Compact camera Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100M3 is the third version released about six years ago, the camera the Sony the Cyber-shot the DSC-RX100 . The cameras of the RX100 line are small (the DSC-RX100M3 has 101 × 58.1 × 41 mm), professional features and a stylish, minimalistic design. These babies are excellent candidates for the role of a pocket notebook, providing high-quality photo and video. The camera has a large enough 1-inch image sensor with backlight and a resolution of 20.1 megapixels, as well as a high-quality fast lens ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 24-70mm f / 1.8-2.8 with the most popular focal length range. It allows you to shoot both scenes that require a wide angle, and portraits with a beautifully blurred background, as well as take pictures in low light conditions and receive frames with less noise. An optical stabilization system also helps in the latter. You can build a frame using either a large 3-inch (unfortunately not touch-sensitive, which is the main disadvantage of this camera) display with a resolution of 1.23 million pixels and the ability to rotate 180 ° degrees, and a bright electronic viewfinder. He first appeared in this model of the line and made it attractive for fans to shoot in a classic manner. The DSC-RX100M3 has all the necessary photo modes: automatic, scene modes, shutter speed / aperture priority and fully manual.Sony Alpha ILCE-6000
Mirrorless Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 is the most affordable mirrorless 6000 series, which uses several advanced Sony technologies that allow you to use the camera even for professional work. APS-C format 24-megapixel CMOS sensor is installed here, which puts the device on a par with the quality of semi-professional DSLRs, and in some respects this model even surpasses them. In terms of optics, we recommend taking a closer look at the lightweight “whale” lens E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS, with which the camera fits into this price category. The Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 is equipped with a 3-inch tilt but not touch screen, an electronic viewfinder, an integrated flash and a hot shoe with a Multi-Interface Shoe for external flash or microphone and a Wi-Fi module for wireless data transfer. The camera has programmable buttons, thanks to which you can configure the control for yourself. Perhaps the most outstanding element of the Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 is the hybrid autofocus system with 4D Focus technology, which helps the lens to focus accurately and quickly and makes it possible to capture high-quality images of even very dynamic events. You can read more about 4D Focus in our article . The speed of continuous shooting of this mirrorless camera reaches 11 frames / s, which is not found in every expensive DSLR. Like many cameras of its generation, the Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 allows you to video in Full HD format at up to 60 frames / s. You might also like the 3D shooting feature.Olympus cameras up to 60,000 rubles
Olympus OM-D E-M10 MARK III
The main advantage of the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III is its lightness and compactness, especially when bundled with a M.Zuiko Digital ED 14?42mm 1: 3.5?5.6 EZ Pancake whale zoom lens. This form factor is great for comfortable daily shooting and capturing interesting moments on the trip. If necessary, almost any optics can be put on this camera, and not only the branded optics (through the adapter). The E-M10 Mark III delivers very decent picture quality, especially if you look a little at the settings and start using its smart features and manual settings. The design combines metal and composite materials. The camera is available in traditional Olympus mirrorless versions: fully black and classic silver-black. A 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1.04 million pixels can tilt down by 45 degrees, and up - by 100, provides comfortable shooting at different camera positions. Touch screen: you can scroll through and scale the pictures, touch to select options in the quick menu, filters and special functions, and when shooting - specify the autofocus zone, focus and shoot by touching the screen. In the electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2.36 million dots, the influence of the settings is immediately visible, the main shooting parameters are shown. You can also display auxiliary tools (grid, electronic level, histogram, focus picking). The camera offers six scene programs, with several options in each. One of the options for the “Night Shot” program - “Handheld Shooting” allows you to get a picture without a tripod with virtually no digital noise and with good detail. There is a set of effect filters, and the advanced photo mode has several creative functions: Live Comp (real-time collage), Live Time (for shooting at very slow shutter speeds at night), multiple exposure (two frames), HDR, silent shooting, panorama, correction perspective distortion, exposure and focus bracketing. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III uses contrast-type AF. The focus area covers almost the entire area of ??the frame and is divided into 121 (11 x 11) areas. With good lighting, focusing is fast and accurate, but in situations with very low light or with a colorful background, it loses a bit to the more accurate phase (hybrid) focusing used in older models. Burst shooting is performed at a speed of 8.6 and 4.8 frames / s. In high-speed mode, there is a limitation: focus, white balance and exposure are set according to the first picture of the series. The E-M10 Mark III model, like professional cameras, supports SDHC UHS-II memory cards, but even with the SDHC UHS-I Class 3 card at high speed you can shoot several tens of frames of a dynamic event. The image stabilization system based on matrix shift is five-axis. Its efficiency reaches five exposure levels, which allows even the minimum ISO value of 100 to be used at night. Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III is equipped with a 16.1-megapixel matrix Live MOS form factor 4/3 ”(Four Thirds) with a standard Bayer filter and the latest generation processor - TruePic VIII. This filling provides printing in A3 format using ISO values ??up to 3200. Processing RAW versions of problematic images allows you to significantly expand the dynamic range: draw out details from the shadows, adjusting exposure by about 2.7 EV, and in bright areas - up to 3 EV. Maximum video quality - 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) with a frequency of 30 frames / s. This video looks decent, the picture is clear, smooth and jerky. There are only two wired interfaces - micro-HDMI and micro-USB. Unfortunately, the latter does not support recharging the battery. There is no microphone input and headphone output. The regular BLS ? 50 battery provides shooting up to 330 frames if in 50% of cases you crop on the LCD screen and use an image stabilizer. The Wi-Fi module provides a direct connection to mobile devices. Olympus Image Share, a free mobile application for managing shooting from a smartphone, provides the photographer with maximum possibilities: focusing on the screen, changing basic shooting parameters, changing the shooting mode and applying effect filters.PANASONIC cameras up to 60,000 rubles
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100
Despite the fact that the compact camera Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 was released in 2015, it can still be considered a small masterpiece. Not for nothing that at one time at the TIPA Awards ceremony she received the title of the best expert-level photo / video camera. The model is equipped with a fairly large sensor size 4/3 ? with an area of ??almost two times larger than 1-inch and a resolution of 12.8 megapixels. This is more than enough for high-quality printing of photographs in large formats. The camera is equipped with a DC Vario-Summilux 24-75mm f / 1.7-2.8 zoom lens from the legendary German brand Leica, equipped with an integrated optical stabilization system. This lens allows you to work seamlessly with a lack of light and get spectacular bokeh, shooting in completely different genres.