Today on the digital camera market there are a large number of devices with different functionality and corresponding to the desires of different consumers. Depending on the type of camera you want to purchase, it is worth making your choice in favor of one or another brand.
There are 3 types of classic SLR cameras: amateur, semi-professional and professional. The choice of this or that type follows from the functionality that you expect from the camera, the quality of the images and the target category.
Amateur models
Amateur cameras are often called "soap boxes". Compared to other cameras, "soap boxes" give the lowest quality of images, which is often enough to, for example, capture the events of travel abroad or parties with friends.
All photos taken with an amateur camera will be clear enough. The advantage of such cameras is their lightness, compactness, ease of use. A good factor in favor of choosing a "soap dish" will be the price, which can start at $ 80 dollars and not exceed $ 600 for expensive representatives of the class.
Some newer cameras are equipped with removable lenses, which will allow you to get a better shot, for example, when shooting portraits. The quality of the snapshot of such cameras can be comparable to more expensive budget professional cameras.
Buy cameras only in the official stores of the manufacturer.
If you decide to buy an amateur device, pay attention to the products of companies such as Sony, Olympus and Nikon, which represent virtually the same devices, the difference lies in the design and menu interface. A wide range of high-quality "soap boxes" are produced by Sony, which also pays great attention to the form factor of its devices.
Semi-professional and professional cameras
These devices are intended for people who are already familiar with photography and want to get really high-quality images, which will become not only a reminder of an important event in their life, but will also be a small piece of art. Such cameras are well suited for people whose activities are directly related to the shooting of any events, portraits or landscapes.
The leading cameras in this segment are Canon, Nikon and Sony. In almost any price segment, you can find a device that will satisfy your needs. It is worth noting that the functionality of the camera of each of these manufacturers is similar, as is the approximate cost.
The price of professional cameras from these manufacturers starts at $ 1500 and can be limited only by the size of the buyer's wallet.
Good semi-pro cameras can be found from manufacturers such as Olympus, Pentax, and Leica. When choosing a device, you should pay special attention to well-known brands, because, as a rule, it is easiest to find the necessary lenses and spare parts for them.
