The birth of a child, travel, family celebrations - any of these reasons can serve as a pleasant reason for purchasing a camera. You can choose a camera from very cheap to expensive, it is only important to figure out what characteristics the desired purchase should have.
What is a DSLR camera
Today, mainly single-lens reflex cameras are used. These cameras use a movable mirror to direct light from the lens to the pentaprism of the viewfinder. The pentaprism is a five-sided, mirror-like design that produces a non-inverted image in the viewfinder. A solid piece of glass serves as the material for making a first-class pentaprism; the cheaper option is plastic. The advantage of such a system is that the image is transmitted to the optical viewfinder without degrading the image. The main advantages of DSLRs: excellent image quality, fast autofocus, high shutter speed, ample opportunities for expanding functionality.
Considerations when choosing a DSLR
A DSLR camera is the choice not only for professionals, but also for amateurs who want to reach a qualitatively new level of excellence. When deciding whether to buy a DSLR camera, you need to understand what characteristics are important.
A DSLR camera consists of two parts: a body and a lens.
When choosing a carcass, the main reference point is the physical size of the matrix. In fact, the matrix is a kind of film frame. The larger the physical size of the matrix, the less noise and more shades in the image. It is advisable to choose a matrix with an aspect ratio of at least 3: 2, a size of about 24x18 mm. Full-frame 24x36 mm sensors are used in professional cameras, which greatly affects their price.
When choosing a lens, you should focus on the level of skill: for a beginner photographer, a good option is a whale lens that comes with the carcass. For a more advanced user, it is better to buy a separate carcass and a separate lens.
The next parameter that is important to focus on is the manufacturer of the camera. The three leaders include such giants as Canon, Nikon and Sony. The quality of photos taken from cameras of the top three is about the same. With a limited budget, you can consider purchasing cameras from Pentax, Olympus and Samsung.
Where to buy a DSLR camera
The choice of place of purchase is quite extensive. You can buy a DSLR camera in home appliances stores, choose from an online store (and the price in an online store will be significantly lower) or at an online auction. The best option is a specialized photographic store, where they can give competent advice. A very important point is the availability of a guarantee for the purchased camera.
