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 best camera it’s a bit relative. In reality, the same camera may be the best option for one person and not for another, that depends on what each of us is looking for in a camera, our demands, our budget, etc.
Having said that, in this article I will try to group the 4 Best Nikon SLR Cameras: by price, by features, by ease of use for the user and by my personal experience, or from people close to me that I know.
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.
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Best Nikon DSLR Cameras
So let’s see the options we have:
Nikon D3500, the best option for beginner photographers
This is undoubtedly one of my favorite reflex cameras. The Nikon D3500 it is Nikon’s flagship in terms of SLR cameras of initiation it means.
An ideal SLR for the amateur who is going to have his first time with a reflex 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.
Their Easy to use makes it a perfect option for the beginner photographer, in addition to its technical characteristics that place it at the level of SLR cameras higher category: with a 24 megapixel sensor, 11 autofocus points and 5fps, mode live viewFull HD video recording, ISO sensitivity of 100-25600 (ideal for very low light scenes) and a guide mode designed to help you learn to take photos even if you don’t know a priori the world reflex.
Its price is one of its greatest assets. It costs about N/A, 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 hobbyist level
The next step up. 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 crosswise), is distinguished by a 3.2-inch screen and a viewing angle of 170º, which helps when making a selfiea family portrait, or simply to shoot from angles from which we would not normally be able to see the screen.
It comes with extra features that allow you to get more out of your photo sessions or getaways: Wi-Fi, GPS, among many other options.
It also boasts very good valuations 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 her the most professional of SLR cameras for beginners. And it is that the Nikon D7500without actually being considered a professional camera, is listed by Nikon as the most advanced of its SLRs for the amateur user.
Among its features, 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 stand out.
One of the features that impresses me most about this camera is the number of customizable buttons it offers. In addition to the traditional buttons to control the usual 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 €1,299.00 approximately, 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens included.
Examples of photographs taken with the Nikon D7500
Nikon D750, for the professional photographer
In our list of Nikon SLR cameras, a representative of the so-called FX format could not be missing.
FX-format cameras are professional cameras. They have a large, huge sensor, similar in size to the film used in analog photography (35mm). The grace of these sensor cameras great 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 ring a bell for you, I hardly recommend this camera. I see it more for the professional photographer, or even for the more amateur advancedwho has been using an entry-level SLR for some time, or an intermediate level, and who already needs professional-class features.
In terms of features, it stands out in the Nikon D750As we said, its large FX format sensor, 24 megapixel resolution, Full HD video recording, 51 autofocus points, Wi-Fi connectivity, among other features that make it a very good nikon professional camera.
If you are interested you can get it through Amazon for N/A just the body.
Examples of photographs taken with the Nikon D750
A personal opinion?
Remember there is no a better camera for all.
Is there a camera perfect 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 half orange photo of you 😉
If you ask me for an opinion, I’ll tell you that if you’re starting out in photography, you haven’t dealt with a 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 D5600 is 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 D7500 and D750 are your two options.
I hope you found today’s article useful. Good luck with the choice. Oh, and as always, if you’ve enjoyed reading this, I’d appreciate it if you’d give it the publicity it deserves.
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