DSLR cameras are not only meant for the very seasoned photographers and professional photographers. DSLR cameras are also for all those photography enthusiasts who seek much more than megapixel and ISO ratings. The DSLR cameras are also meant for those users who have not been using individual cameras at all apart from their smartphone cameras, but have outgrown that stage and want to go for high quality cameras. This is also true for the compact camera users, as they are outgrown very quickly. In simple words, DSLR cameras can also suit beginners or general photography hobbyists.
There are many reasons that a photography enthusiast can choose a DSLR camera over the regular megapixel cameras. DSLR cameras offer better image quality, have better ability to shoot great images in lower light conditions, offer precise manual controls and come with a variety of lenses which can encourage any beginner photo shooter turn into a pro photographer. DSLRs also offer a different level of attraction with their wide range of lens choices, great access to manual controls which might appear tricky in the beginning but can get you completely hooked on to them later, and a dedicated viewfinder.
Here is a list of the top 5 DSLR cameras for beginners:
Canon EOS 1200D
This entry level DSLR camera suffices all the requirements of a wide range of people. It is perfect for beginners, as is smaller in comparison to other DSLR cameras, but in comes with 18-megapixel APS-C 22.3×14.9mm CMOS sensor that ensures superb image quality irrespective of light situations, which the smartphone cameras can’t offer.
Canon EOS 1200D can also shoot Full High Definition 1080p videos at 30 fps. It offers an optical viewfinder and a 3-inch LCD display on the rear. The downside of this camera is that unlike many other mirror-less cameras, this camera’s screen is not a touchscreen nor it can be angled. This device also misses a built-in Wi-Fi, thus you have to follow the bygone process of taking out the memory card and put it into a computer if you wish to share photos.
However, this cameras greatest advantage is its wide range of Canon EF/EF-S lenses. It can also shoot RAW images, while offering an app for iOS and Android that offer tutorials on how to operate the camera and the basic techniques of DSLR shooting.
Nikon D3300
The Nikon D3300 is another entry level DSLR which is pretty similar to the Canon 1200D. This camera is also very small as against most of DSLR cameras, but is a solid device for awesome photo shooting experience. It boasts of a 24.2 MP APS-C 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS sensor. It has ISO range of 100 to 12800, offer FHD 1080p video shooting at 60 fps and burst shooting at 5 fps.
This camera also has a wide range of manual controls. It offers a guide mode that has detailed and easy instructions on how to shoot different sorts of images as per your preference. This is really great for all DSLR beginners. And of course there’s also a vast range of Nikon F lenses to suit all purposes.
It has a 3-inch LCD non-touchscreen and an optical viewfinder. It also doesn’t have built-in Wi-Fi, but is compatible with a WU-1a adapter for easy image transfer.
Pentax K-S1
The Pentax K-S1 looks very cool and quirky. This futuristic looking DSLR looks very different from its peers and comes in many funky color choices. Its row of lights at the front adds to its eye-catching off-beat design. However, it is not only about style and is a very capable DSLR.
This camera packs in a 20 MP APS-C CMOS sensor with ISO range of up to 51200, FHD 1080p at up to 30 fps and burst shooting at 5.4 fps.
It gets a rear 3-inch LCD display with an option of on-screen settings explanations to aid the beginners. The front light rows are not just beautification stuff but also work as indicator and countdown during the usage of Self-timer, Remote Control and with Face Detection.
It is also a small and compact DSLR with many lens options. Although it lacks built-in wireless it works along with Flucard memory cards for easy sharing.
Sony A58
Now, here’s a bit different camera from the others in this list – the Sony A58 or Alpha 58. It is not technically a DSLR, as it uses a Translucent Mirror Technology instead of a conventional DSLR mirror. It also features an electronic viewfinder instead of an optical viewfinder. These apart, it is pretty much a DSLRs camera.
It features 20.1 MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor empowered by Sony’s BIONZ image processor. It has an ISO range of 100 to 16000, rapid burst shooting at 8 fps, and FHD videos at 25 fps. It flaunts a 2.7-inch LCD monitor and an OLED electronic viewfinder and gets Sony A-mount lenses.
Canon EOS 750D
The Canon 750D is a real deal and more advanced than the above cameras in the list. It boasts of greater photography power and controls than the above models. It might seem more of a professional camera, but is also a good choice for a beginner, which will offer more ground to season the photographer.
This DSLR camera boasts of a 24.2 MP APS-C 22.3 x 14.9mm CMOS sensor along with wide ISO range of 100 to 12800 that is again expandable to 25600. It offers great sharp and vibrant images in various lighting conditions. It can continuously shoot at 5 fps, record FHD 1080p videos at up to 30 fps. It also has rapid focusing 19-point system.
The Canon 750D though considerably smaller than Full Frame DSLR cameras, is the largest one in this list. It comes with an optical viewfinder at its back and a 3-inch touchscreen display that has vari-angle capability, which comes really handy when snapping at awkward angles or video shooting and has access to a wide range of lenses. As this the most advanced camera in this list, it also boasts of a built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity for easy image sharing with compatible devices. So many capabilities also mean that this device is also quite dearer than the other cameras in this list.
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