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Every day in the comments on my blog 'Radozhiva' the same question is heard - 'which Canon SLR camera to buy?'. In this article I will share my thoughts on this. Please note that the article is very full of subjective factors, since there are a lot of little things to consider when choosing a camera. I work as a professional photographer, and also do reviews of photographic equipment, shoot on almost all Canon and Nikon SLR cameras, you can say I ate a dog with these cameras and lenses.
Canon EOS SLR Camera Selection
All Canon digital SLR cameras can be divided into 3 classes:
- Amateur - These cameras are aimed at people who just need to get a high-quality photo without understanding the intricacies and settings of the camera. Most often, amateur cameras are best suited for people who do not take pictures professionally, but simply want a good camera for home, leisure, travel, family, nature, etc., so that the camera is light, easy to operate and inexpensive. Actually, Canon has the largest range of cameras in this segment.
- Advanced amateur - have advanced functionality with a large number of specific settings that you can deal with for a long time. These cameras are suitable for advanced amateurs who already know the settings, or want to get good potential for mastering skills in photography. Also, these cameras are noticeably more expensive and heavier. A distinctive feature of advanced amateur cameras is the presence of an additional monochrome display on the top panel of the camera, which helps to quickly access a number of settings.
- Professional - these cameras are designed for people who take professional photographs, know a lot about photography and are not afraid of manual settings. Typically, these cameras have a much better body and functionality. A distinctive feature of such cameras is the lack of a built-in flash (for the pros it is not particularly important). Usually these are full-format cameras or cameras with crop factor Kf = 1.3. Also, cameras of the highest price range have a combo case with a special additional handle that helps to keep the camera in portrait (vertical) orientation. I do not specifically touch upon this class of cameras in this article, because there is a million and one nuances in choosing professional equipment, and professionals themselves often know which camera they need.
For beginners and amateurs, I recommend Canon amateur cameras, which are represented in 2017 by 17 models.
The camera is a complex technical device, and the equipment does not stand still. In the tablet I indicated your rating of cameras based on the date the camera was released and its technical characteristics. I think that now the best amateur camera is the Canon 800D, this can be seen from the table below.
When choosing a camera I do not recommend paying much attention to the number of megapixels, in most cases, a huge number of megapixels is not in demand and even unnecessarily, in more detail in sections Battle of Megapixels, Gigapixels и Pixels and Subpixels.
Canon 800D is primarily interesting for its swivel touch screen, fast continuous shooting and excellent video quality.
| Rating | Model | Year | MP | Frame per second | Focus points | Video | Dislpey |
| 1 | 850D | 2020 winter | 24,1 | 7 | 45 (45 k, Dual Pixel AF) | 4K 24p, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 2 | 800D | 2017 winter | 24,2 | 6 | 45 (45 k, Dual Pixel AF) | Full HD 30fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 3 | 760D | 2015 winter | 24,2 | 5 | 19 (19 k, Hybrid AF 3) | Full HD 30fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 4 | 750D | 2015 winter | 24,2 | 5 | 19 (19 k, Hybrid AF 3) | Full HD 30fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 5 | 250D | 2019 spring | 24,2 | 5 | 9 (1 k, Dual Pixel AF) | 4K 25 fpsstereo sound, focus tracking | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 6 | 200D | 2017 summer | 24.0 | 5 | 9 (1 k, Dual Pixel AF) | Full HD 60i, mono sound, tracking focus | 3.2-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 7 | 2000D | 2018 winter | 24.0 | 3 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 920 pixels |
| 8 | 700D | 2013 spring | 17,9 | 5 | 9 (9K, Hybrid AF) | Full HD 30fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 9 | 650D | 2012 summer | 17,9 | 5 | 9 (9K, Hybrid AF) | Full HD 30fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 10 | 100D | 2013 spring | 17,9 | 4 | 9 (1 k, Hybrid AF 2) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, touch |
| 11 | 600D | 2011 winter | 17,9 | 3,7 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 30 stereo sound | 3-inch, 1 pixels, swivel |
| 12 | 550D | 2010 summer | 17,9 | 3,7 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound | 3-inch, 1 pixels |
| 13 | 1300D | 2016 winter | 17,9 | 3 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound | 3-inch, 920 pixels |
| 14 | 1200D | 2014 winter | 17,9 | 3 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound | 3-inch, 460 pixels |
| 15 | 4000D | 2018 winter | 17,9 | 3 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound | 2.7-inch, 230 pixels |
| 16 | 500D | 2009 spring | 15,1 | 3,4 | 9 (1 k) | Full HD 20fps, mono sound | 3-inch, 920 pixels |
| 17 | 1100D | 2011 winter | 12,2 | 3 (2, 0.8) | 9 (1 k) | HD 720p 30fps, mono sound | 2.7-inch, 230 pixels |
| 18 | 1000D | 2008 summer | 10,1 | 3 (1.5) | 7 (1k) | LiveView only | 2.5-inch, 230 pixels |
| 19 | 450D | 2008 winter | 12,2 | 3,5 | 9 (1 k) | LiveView only | 3-inch, 230 pixels |
| 20 | 400D | 2006 summer | 10,1 | 3 | 9 (1 k) | No | 2.5-inch, 230 pixels |
| 21 | 350D | 2005 winter | 8 | 3 | 7 (1 k) | No | 1.8 inches, 118 pixels + monochrome |
| 22 | 300D | 2003 summer | 6,3 | 2,5 | 7 (1 k) | No | 1.8 inches, 118 pixels + monochrome |
In the plate in the column about focusing points, the letter 'k' means the number of cross-shaped focusing points. Such points help better cope with focusing in difficult conditions. For details on how focus points work on Canon cameras, see 'Canon EOS Camera Focus Sensors'. Cameras for which 'Tracking Focus' is not specified will automatically focus when shooting video unless the '*' button is pressed or the shutter button halfway pressed.
About the video: I want to convey to buyers that auto focus on all Canon cameras (except for cameras that support focusing Dual Pixel AF) when shooting a video, it works very poorly. This is due to the fact that the mechanism of a digital SLR camera is poorly adapted for focusing with a raised mirror, which requires a video mode. Typically, focusing when recording video occurs in contrast, rather than using the phase sensors of the camera. Canon says cameras 750D.760D 700D, 650D, 100D they use a hybrid focusing system to achieve fast and accurate focusing when shooting video, but in reality the automatic focusing with these cameras is still quite slow.
The same goes for Nikon SLR cameras and Pentax. If autofocus is very critical when shooting video, then I advise you to look towards Canon cameras with focus Dual Pixel AF, which provides high speed and focus accuracy when shooting video.
Various Canon camera names: 'D', 'Kiss Digital', 'Digital Rebel'
Canon in different countries calls its amateur cameras differently: in Japan they are known by the name 'Kiss Digital'and in the USA under the name'Digital Rebel'. Below is a table of correspondences of names. In Europe and other countries, cameras have a familiar name with the letter 'D'after the model number.
| EOS 'D' | Digital Rebel | Kiss Digital |
| 100D | SL1 | X7 |
| 200D | SL2 | X9 |
| 300D | Digital rebel | Kiss digital |
| 350D | XT | n |
| 400D | Xti | X |
| 450D | xSI | x2 |
| 500D | T1i | X3 |
| 550D | T2i | X4 |
| 600D | T3i | X5 |
| 650D | T4i | X6i |
| 700D | T5i | X7i |
| 750D | T6i | X8i |
| 760D(8000D for Asian markets) | T6s | — |
| 800D | T7i | X9i |
| 850D | T8i | X10i |
| 1000D | XS | F |
| 1100D | T3 | X50 |
| 1200D | T5 | X70 |
| 1300D | T6 | X80 |
| 2000D (1500D for Asian markets) | T7 | X90 |
| 4000D (3000D for Asian markets) | T100 | — |
Canon EOS 77D for Asian markets may have a name '9000D '.
If you are limited in funds, then a good option for an amateur Canon camera is the simple and affordable Canon 1300D, which, together with a standard (whale) lens, costs about 400 USD.
As for the advanced amateur camera, in my opinion, full-length Canon 6D и Canon 6D MarkII are a very interesting option. If there is no desire to get in touch with the full frame, then Canon is an excellent advanced amateur camera. Canon 7D MarkII.
| Rating | Model | Year | MP | Frame per second | Focus points | Video | Dislpey |
| 1 | Canon 7D MarkII | 2014 | 20,2 | 10 | 65 (65 k, Dual Pixel AF) | Full HD 60fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels |
| 2 | 90D | 2019 | 24 | 11 | 45 (45 k, Dual Pixel AF) | UHD 4K 3840 x 2160 30p, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, touch, swivel |
| 3 | 80D | 2016 | 24 | 7 | 45 (45 k, Dual Pixel AF) | Full HD 60fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels |
| 4 | 77D | 2017 | 24 | 6 | 45 (45 k, Dual Pixel AF) | Full HD 60fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels |
| 5 | 70D | 2013 summer | 20,2 | 7 | 19 (19 k, Dual Pixel AF) | Full HD 30fps, stereo sound, tracking focus | 3-inch, 1 pixels, rotary and touch |
| 6 | 7D | 2009 autumn | 17,9 | 8 | 19 (19 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound | 3-inch, 920 pixels |
| 7 | 60D | 2010 summer | 17,9 | 5,3 | 9 (9 k) | Full HD 30fps, mono sound | 3-inch, 1 pixels, swivel |
| 8 | 50D | 2008 summer | 15,1 | 6,3 | 9 (9 k) | LiveView only | 3-inch, 920 pixels |
| 9 | 40D | 2007 summer | 10,1 | 6,5 | 9 (9 k) | LiveView only | 3-inch, 230 pixels |
| 10 | 30D | 2006 winter | 8,2 | 5 | 9 (1 k) | No | 2.5-inch, 230 pixels |
| 11 | 20D | 2004 summer | 8,2 | 5 | 9 (1 k) | No | 1.8 inches, 118 pixels |
| 12 | 10D | 2003 winter | 6,3 | 3 | 7 (1k) | No | 1.8 inches, 118 pixels |
| 13 | D60 | 2002 summer | 6,3 | 3 | 3 (1k) | No | 1.8 inches, 118 pixels |
| 14 | D30 | 2000 spring | 3,1 | 3 | 3 (1k) | No | 1.8 inches, 114 pixels |
I did not include the Canon 20Da and 60Da cameras in the table because of their specific features, which are of little interest to the ordinary amateur photographer. If you have limited means, then a good option for an advanced amateur camera Canon is Canon 70D.
Usually cameras of advanced amateur and professional classes are sold separately from the lens, such a kit is called a 'body', and when a camera is sold with a lens, it is called a 'kit' (this is how cameras from the amateur segment are most often sold), and the lens from the shipment is called a 'whale lens' (sometimes abbreviated and simply called "whale", which creates confusion - both a kit and a lens from such a kit are called the same word).
Attention: you cannot take pictures with one “body” camera, you should always take pictures with a lens :)
Important: usually, if you buy a camera with a whale lens (the so-called whale kit), then such a kit will cost less than buying a camera and the same lens separately.
There are lenses really different, for different purposes and for different tasks. Usually comes with a camera universal standard lensthat can be used for basic tasks. With a standard lens, you can shoot landscapes, close-ups, portraits - almost anything. Most often, the kit contains the cheapest lens of class 18-55 / 3.5-5.6 - Canon Zoom Lens EF-S 18-55mm 1: 3.5-5.6 IS or Canon Zoom Lens EF-S 18-55mm 1: 3.5-5.6 ISII... Also, you can find options with better quality options - Canon Zoom Lens EF-S 18-55mm 1: 3.5-5.6 IS STM or Canon Zoom Lens EF-S 18-135mm 1: 3.5-5.6 IS STM.
The choice of other lenses requires a separate large article, but in addition to the standard (universal whale) lens, I recommend getting a fast, discrete fix the lens. Such a lens does not know how to zoom, but has a higher aperture than "whale". This will allow you to easily shoot in low light conditions, control the depth of field (create blurred background in photos), create a 'bokeh effect', get brighter and more vivid colors in photos.
- Canon EF-S 24mm 1: 2.8 STM
- Canon EF 50mm F / 1.8 II
- Canon EF 50mm F / 1.8 STM
- Canon EF 40mm 1: 2.8 STM
- YONGNUO LENS EF 50mm 1: 1.8
- How to check the camera when buying is described in the section Camera check.
- The performance of all Canon cameras can be found here.
- You can read general information on the Canon EOS system here.
- A list of all Canon EF-S lenses will find here.
My experience
I recommend spending less time choosing a camera - more time will be spent on the photo itself. All cameras are presented in tables (except Canon 6D / 6D MarkII) have the same physical size of the sensor, and therefore at low ISO values, you can get good photos with the same probability. The camera is not always plays a decisive role When creating great photos, the skills of the photographer, lens and light sources are almost always more important. For example, below are my shots on the very first digital SLR camera from Canon, produced in 2000, with a simple lens Canon EF 50mm F / 1.8 STM:
Examples of shots on Canon EOS D30 и Canon EF Lens 50mm 1: 1.8 STM you can see here to register:. increase.
Examples of shots on Canon EOS D30 и Canon EF Lens 50mm 1: 1.8 STM you can see here to register:. increase.
My very useful advice - if there is no money for a new camera, ask your friends for help in buying a used one. camera. Personally, I would opt for the cheapest amateur cameras Canon 1100D, Canon 500D or advanced Canon 60D. If the video recording function in the camera is not critical, then you can stay on amateur Canon models 450D и 1000Das well as advanced models 40D or 50D.
Mirrorless cameras
Canon also launches a range of mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lenses, as cropped (bayonet mount EF-M) and full-frame (R mount) EF-M and R mounts are completely different and lenses cannot be used between them.
List of all Canon EF-M mount cameras
- Canon EOS M
- Canon EOS M2
- Canon EOS M3
- Canon EOS M5
- Canon EOS M6
- Canon EOS M6 MarkII
- Canon EOS M10
- Canon EOS M50
- Canon EOS M50 MarkII
- Canon EOS M100
- Canon EOS M200
An accurate list of all Canon EF-M lenses
Fix Lenses:
- Canon Lens EF-M 22 mm 1:2 STM [2012, 2 colors, AliExpress]
- Canon Lens EF-M 28 mm 1:3.5 Macro IS STM [2016, AliExpress]
- Canon Lens EF-M 32 mm 1:1.4 STM [2018, AliExpress]
Wide angle lenses:
- Canon Zoom Lens EF-M 11-22 mm 1: 4-5.6 IS STM [2013, folding body, AliExpress]
Universal Lenses:
- Canon Zoom Lens EF-M 15-45 mm 1: 3.5-6.3 IS STM [2015, foldable body, 2 colors, AliExpress]
- Canon Zoom Lens EF-M 18-55 mm 1: 3.5-5.6 IS STM [2012, AliExpress]
- Canon Zoom Lens EF-M 18-150 mm 1: 3.5-6.3 IS STM [2016, 2 colors, AliExpress]
Telephoto Lenses:
- Canon Zoom Lens EF-M 55-200 mm 1: 4.5-6.3 IS STM [2014, 2 colors, AliExpress]
Important: using an adapter Canon mount adapter EF-EOS M any lens can be mounted Canon EF, Canon EF-S on cameras with EF-M mount.
+ autofocus lenses from third-party manufacturers:
- Tamron 18-200 / 3.5-6.3
- Sigma 16 / 1.4 | Sigma 30 / 1.4 | Sigma 56 / 1.4
- Viltrox 23 / 1.4 | Viltrox 33 / 1.4 | Viltrox 56 / 1.4
The choice is not very large. It is also very important that the lenses under Ef-m very few (exact list here), which limits the further upgrade of these cameras.
List of all mirrorless cameras with Canon RF mount
- Canon EOS [September 2018, NO IBIS.30MP AliExpress]
- Canon EOS Ra [November 2019, NO IBIS, 30MP]
- Canon EOSRP [February 2019, NO IBIS.26MP AliExpress]
- Canon EOS-R3 [April 2021, IBIS.24MP AliExpress]
- Canon EOS-R5 [July 2020, IBIS.45MP AliExpress]
- Canon EOS R5C [January 2022, NO IBIS, 45MP]
- Canon EOS-R6 [July 2020, IBIS.20MP AliExpress]
- Canon EOS R6 MARK II [November 2022, IBIS, 24MP]
- Canon EOS-R8 [February 2023, NO IBIS, 24MP]
Mirror or mirrorless?
The exact and correct answer does not yet exist. In each case, the answer may be different.
Full frame or crop?
In each case, the answer may be different. In the general case, full-frame cameras are considered better.
Conclusions
- a great option for an amateur cropped DSLR camera Canon EOS 850D
- a great option for the advanced amateur cropped DSLR camera Canon EOS 90D
- a great option for the advanced amateur full-frame Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR camera
All prices for Canon cameras (body or Kit) you can see here. Or maybe someone will like Nikon - you can find recommendations on choosing a Nikon camera here.
I don’t understand anything and I was lost in the choice!
Just tell me the budget that you are willing to spend on the camera and the purpose of buying the camera (what you will shoot for and in what) in the comments and they will tell you the best option. Anyway, ask any of your questions in the comments under this article (the site does NOT require absolutely no registration). You can consult me directly on these contacts.
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Hello everyone. All cameras of the same are good and all cameras of the same are bad. What you have, you have. They do not seek good from good. Gentlemen take more pictures in manual mode. Use the great features of manual mode, build a frame, etc. Manual mode is available in all cameras.
I am even more convinced that for the majority - the camera does not matter. :)
on the contrary - just give the majority something to discuss the type of camera. )))
Thank you. Very interesting, and most importantly useful, for a beginner - article.
Who wants to shoot will shoot with what is. I have half of the successful pictures taken with a camera in my phone and with a “soap dish” here. But the article is still necessary - after all, cars are also chosen not only on the basis of the ability to just drive.
This means that only Live View is available.
I bought a DSLR when I realized that I won’t get quality by other means. During the search, I realized that the crop, regardless of the whistle, gives the same quality, and it costs overpaying for what is necessary, for example, for a large buffer, if you like to shoot moving objects. I did not concentrate on this and therefore bought the 1100D. There were no competitors at that time, the D3100 has lower sensitivity (judging by technical docs), there are more lenses on the canon and they are cheaper. I do not regret anything :) Full-Q machine. I use mainly on the manual.
Yes, with the guy’s logic, he really strained.
What is wrong with logic? Kenon is slightly newer, with a maximum ISO of 6400 versus 3200 for Nikon.
After going through different cameras over the years: from film to professional mirrors, I made a practical conclusion - you can shoot with any camera :), you need to see the world around you, see the frame and least of all care about what kind of camera manufacturer and model you have. Good luck to all!..
In simple conditions, yes, in complex conditions there are a lot of nuances - well, you can't shoot a night landscape with a simple phone :)
I bought a Canon G series “for every day”, except for portraits with bokeh, it helps me out in all situations. And for more serious filming, there are DSLRs.
Arkady. we are waiting for NIKON such an article (if not already, did not bother to look) I have an old man NIKON d80. what to change in the future
You can read here - https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Thank you!
In the commentary of November 13.11, instead of the article by Arkady that I would like to read about Pentax cameras (an interesting brand), he wrote about Nikon. I apologize.
and for sony!
Off-topic, BUT Arkady, thank you very much for instilling a love of photography. You seem ... a real photographer.
It is clear that you can shoot with anything, but I do not see anything ashamed in wanting a better optics camera. Very often advocates of “minimalism” simply cannot afford a normal, modern camera. Even more often, they cannot overcome the toad. And the old song begins. This is not specifically addressed to someone in the thread. General trend.
This is not about minimalism, but about common sense.
Common sense keeps from unjustified expenses. The price of new equipment is always overpriced. For objective and marketing reasons. Common sense will tell you whether to buy or wait and how much it should be at all. But if you get rid of the material component?
No one denies that a new and modern camera will always be better than its predecessor in terms of performance. And no one in their right mind will take the old camera if they offer him any choice for free. Another issue that is not offered for free. :) And then your articles are a good help when choosing. Because they are written based on common sense. Thank you very much for this.
> No one denies that a new and modern camera will always be better than its predecessor in terms of performance
- wrote nonsense, dragging that.
laughter is that even canon1100D supports synchronization of 1-4000 with an external flash and nikon 3100-5200 nor.
This function is in demand, especially on hot sunny days.
My 5 kopecks. ))) 7D is a normal, full-fledged, “cropped” professional “reportage”, although even CANON does not promote it that way (but there are doubts why). Nevertheless, everything for “PRO” is already there: shooting speed, magnesium body, dust and moisture protection, ergonomics (just at 1D height), in-camera lens adjustment and a lot of settings that only a professional can implement. IMHO, of course. ;)
Had experience with Kenon 6D. details are in my blog: vmirefoto.blogspot.ca
- poor build quality. there are already complaints on the network about button failures. cheap plastic. the screen has no protection - it is easy to damage.
- primitive AF. actually only one center point.
- no AF illuminator
otherwise - pluses. cheap (about $ 1500), light, good picture quality, optimization at high ISO, silent shutter, excellent Wi-Fi module.
about the cheapest ff nikon (d600) there are even more claims ....
Some thoughts on choosing a camera - http://foto-olimp.ucoz.ru/publ/fototekhnika_i_oborudovanie/fotokamery/moja_pervaja_zerkalka_ili_kak_ljubitelju_vybrat_khoroshuju_fotokameru/5-1-0-10#
The article on the specified link seems to be a custom one, and about the complete lenses it is a complete lie. I would like to look at the author of the article how he will shoot a group of people for example in "Khrushchev" where the rooms are 3 by 5 meters. Or a landscape. Moreover, Nikon d7000 and d5100 (as well as Canon 600d and 60d) have the same difference in ergonomics and firmware, all of which affects the quality of the photo, if it does, then indirectly. So there is no better advisor than Arkady Shapoval in Ukraine!
Thank you Arkady for the site and article. Tell me what would you recommend replacing 40D? I thought about 60d, but the number of frames really bothers me. And is it worth looking towards 7D?
Dear Arkady! I am an amateur photographer with a decent amount of experience. But! Old old in every sense FILM. Filmed and glued quite successful films. Time required digital technology. I chose Canon 7d, Canon 70d, Nikon d7100. Lenses 18-55is STM, 18-135is STM, 18-105VR, (18-140VR). It fits into the hand almost like a poured 7d, though for me it already seemed too heavy, the rest are a little worse in ergonomics, too small. I understand that over time you can get used to them. Shooting: cities, streets, squares, architecture, museums, landscapes, nature, people and their living faces (not a portrait). Often limited preparation and filming time. Any weather, frequent travel. Video filming is obligatory, quite often “on the go”. Twilight of the cathedral. Paintings, frescoes, flash prohibition. Handheld night shooting. With a shutter speed of up to 0,5 sec. will be removed abruptly. A minimum of subsequent computer processing. I'm not used to it, I want it as almost always, it's not bad right away. Canon 60d occasionally scratches in the backyard of consciousness, but this is most likely echoes of weak budget doubts suppressed by me. Or am I wrong? The camera will not be replaced unambiguously, the lens if necessary or immediately, guided by your advice. In the presence of different lenses from "Zenith", "Fedov", "Kiev", "Start", etc. Basically 50mm. and extension rings for them. After reading articles, comments, reviews and! FORUMS! I came to a state of some amazement and perhaps prostration from the abundance of contradictions, which prompted me to turn to you as the author of the most correct, interesting informational and informative articles. Please advise that from what I have outlined is the closest to the tasks set, Perhaps you will manifest another option from your experience. Sincerely, Vladimir.
A question for practitioners: how important and useful is the rotary display, in what situations is it most in demand. Can a rotary display be a significant factor when choosing a camera? For example, conditionally, between D7100, 7D, 70D.
Respectfully to all: Vladimir.
Quite subjective IMHO - take what is in your hand.
For me personally, a rotary screen is generally an unnecessary feature. As well as live-view (however, I'm lying, live-view is needed to focus on manual lenses). Now, if you shoot a video, then, probably, yes, you need a rotary one. If you shoot the movement, then the rate of fire is desirable. Everything else is superfluous (as well as ergonomics, in my opinion. It is more or less adequate for all brands). The main thing is lens availability and sensor size. If you choose one carcass for life (why so?), Then, probably, a full frame. It is easier for them to do something that will be more difficult to do with a crop. And in general, subjectively, full-frame photos are better :)
A bunch of Canon 70D + Canon 18-55mm f2.8 is well suited for your tasks. Of course not cheap, but in my opinion it’s worth it.
17 55-2.8 XNUMX
Hello, Vladimir, I am also old, old ... Since August last year I have been shooting with the Kenon 60D. During this time, I shot more than 20 thousand frames on the counter in various directions: nature, landscape, city shots, sports, social events, macro. No complaints about the camera, I'm very pleased with the camera. A rotary display is sometimes necessary for macro photography, no need to crouch, lie down. When focusing manually, you set the display to any convenient angle, enlarging the image at least 10 times. I will not spread more. If you have any questions, I am ready to answer. And Arkady is just great !!!! that runs such a site. It was very interesting to visit here purely educational.
70d is an excellent camera, but the rotary and especially the Touchscreen ... why is the sensor on the phone okay, but on the big camera ... the very first contender for failure ..
Hello Arkady! Advise: can I use a Canon EF-S 100-18 mm f / 135-3.5 IS lens with a Canon 5.6D? I would be grateful for the answer.
Hello. Yes you can.
Arkady, excuse me and another question - the use of this lens (18-135 mm) will not affect the quality of photographs and video?
The quality of photos and videos depends on the lens. If you ask if it will worsen compared to the regular 18-55, then definitely you will only get the benefit.
Arkady, thank you very much for your advice and for your site.
Hello. I wanted to ask advice, which camera is better to choose? Between the Canon EOS 650D or Canon EOS 70D? I can not decide. Sincerely, Ian.
70d will be the best option, but for an amateur, it may seem a little heavy and difficult to manage.
I am not a photographer, but in the future I plan to deal with photos. I choose a camera and ask for help, NIKON D7000 or CANON 700D? And is it better to take a whale lens or separately?
The D7000 is a higher level camera (700d - amateur, d7000 - advanced), with a lot of fine settings, in this case I think it would be reasonable to look at the d7000.
Hello Arkady! I want to ask your advice - will there be an obsolete model-Canon EOS 7D IS (2009)
2) OR is it better to buy a Canon 100D (2013) with a Canon EF-S 18-135 mm f / 3.5-5.6 IS STM lens?
3) Is there enough flash drive 16 GB for 1000 shots or do you need 32 GB? Thank you for your reply.
7D if in good condition it will be better, IMHO
Hello Arkady! I would like to hear your assessment of the Nikon 7100 with an 18-105 mm VR lens (2013 MODEL) ??? In your opinion, for an amateur it will be a normal device ???
Yes, it will be a normal option.
Hello Arkady! Once 20 years ago I was fond of photography at an amateur level. I want to do it again. There was a choice between NIKON D5300 and CANON 650D. I would like to shoot a video at the same time. By recommend, please.