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In today's article I bring you a list of what are, in my humble opinion, the best Nikon cameras in SLR mode.
To begin with, I want to clarify that the concept of the best camera is a bit relative. In reality, the same camera can be the best option for one person and not for another, that depends on what we each look for in a camera, our requirements, our budget, etc.
That being said, in this article I will try to group the 4 best Nikon SLR cameras: by price, by features, by user-friendliness and from my personal experience, or from people I know close to.
I'm going to try to cover the whole "user level" spectrum. In this list I bring you Nikon SLR cameras for amateur users, but also for professional level users.
Ready? Go for it.
THE BEST NIKON DSLR CAMERAS
Let's see, then, the options we have:
NIKON D3500, THE BEST OPTION FOR BEGINNER PHOTOGRAPHERS
This is hands down one of my favorite SLRs. The Nikon D3500It is Nikon's flagship as far as initiation SLR cameras are concerned.
An ideal SLR for the amateur who is going to have his first time with an SLR camera. It is a small, light and easy to use camera (with a guide mode that accompanies you in the learning process), but at the same time very complete in features.
Its ease of use makes it a perfect choice for the novice photographer, in addition to its technical features that put it at the level of higher-end SLR cameras : with a 24-megapixel sensor, 11 autofocus points and 5fps, Live View mode , Full HD video recording, ISO sensitivity of 100-25600 (ideal for scenes with very low light) and a guide mode designed to help you learn to take photos even if you don't know the SLR world a priori .
Its price is one of its greatest assets. It costs about €763.76, which makes it one of the cheapest SLRs on the market. If you take a look at the user ratings of this camera you will see that it does not disappoint.
EXAMPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN WITH THE NIKON D3500
NIKON D5600, FOR INTERMEDIATE AMATEUR LEVEL
The step immediately above. Designed for photographers looking for a camera beyond the initiation phase. The Nikon D5600 has 24.2 megapixels of resolution, video recording in High Definition (Full HD), but also 39 autofocus points (9 cross), it is distinguished by a 3.2-inch screen and viewing angle of 170º, which helps when taking a selfie , a family portrait, or simply to photograph from angles from which we normally could not see the screen.
It comes with extra functions that allow us to get more out of our sessions or photographic getaways: Wi-Fi, GPS, among many other options.
It also boasts very good evaluations by its current owners.
On Amazon its price right now is in the N/A
EXAMPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN WITH THE NIKON D5600
NIKON D7500, SEMI-PROFESSIONAL (ADVANCED USER)
We could call it the most professional of SLRs for beginners. And it is that the Nikon D7500, without actually being considered a professional camera, it is classified by Nikon as the most advanced of its SLRs for the amateur user.
Its features include its 20.9 megapixel resolution, its up to 8fps, its autofocus system with no less than 51 focus points, its ISO range from 100 to 51200, or its vertical folding screen.
width="527" height="421" />One of the features that impresses me the most about this camera is the number of customizable buttons it offers. In addition to the traditional buttons to control common settings, the camera allows you to assign specific functions to certain buttons. Why is this useful? Well, because it saves you a lot of time when it comes to activating the most frequent functions that you need.
And last but not least, this camera records in 4k, which video lovers will surely appreciate ? .
You can buy it right now for about €1,299.00approx, 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens included.
EXAMPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN WITH THE NIKON D7500
NIKON D780, FOR THE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
In our list of Nikon reflex cameras, some representative of the so-called FX format could not be missing.
FX format cameras are cameras of a professional nature. They have a large, huge sensor, similar in size to the film used in analog photography (35mm). The beauty of these large sensor cameras is that, in addition to superior image quality, they take advantage of a larger physical area of the lens.
If the term FX didn't even sound familiar to you, I hardly recommend this camera. I see it more for the professional photographer, or even for the most advanced amateur , who has been using an entry-level or intermediate-level SLR for some time, and who already needs professional-class features.
In terms of features, it stands out in the Nikon D780, as we said, its large FX format sensor, 24 megapixel resolution, 4K/UHD video recording at 30p/25p/24p, 51 autofocus points, up to 12 fps, Wi-Fi connectivity, among other functions that the make it a very good professional Nikon camera .
If you are interested, you can obtain it through Amazon for €2,299.00just the body.
EXAMPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN WITH THE NIKON D780
A PERSONAL OPINION?
Remember that there is no best camera for everyone.
There is an ideal camera for you .
If you are looking for a Nikon SLR camera, your ideal camera will surely be one of the 4 that I have just reviewed above. The thing is to get it right with that photographic better half of yours
If you ask me for an opinion, I will tell you that if you are starting in photography, you had not dealt with an SLR before and you want something simple, but with excellent features, perhaps the Nikon D3500 be the best option in your case. If you want a slightly more advanced SLR, the Nikon D5600is another great option.
If, on the other hand, you are a photographer already started and you are looking to take a leap with your photographic equipment, depending on your budget, the Nikon D7500and D780are your two options.
I hope you found today's article useful. Good luck with the choice. Oh, and as always, if you have enjoyed this read, I would appreciate it if you gave it the dissemination it deserves.
