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Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World
Mike Harris

I think a crusty old DSLR is still the best cheap camera for serious photographers working within a tight budget

Mike Harris holding Nikon D800 with a giant, white dollar sign over the lens .

Yeah, yeah, the best DSLR cannot match up to the might and power of the best mirrorless camera. And if you’re a videographer or hybrid shooter, you’re never going to look back. But if you’re serious about photography – and photography only – and don’t have the money to pick up a $4,000 high-resolution, full-frame mirrorless like my Nikon Z8, I think a DSLR is the way to go.

When I say serious about photography, I mean somebody who wants to capture the very best images they can. The sky’s the limit, if you will. And although a skilled photographer can take a great picture with any camera, there’s a reason most professionals use high-resolution full-frame cameras. If you want the best image quality, you have to invest in decent kit.

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