Which is the Best SLR camera?

[libertylap]

Hi could anyone suggest me the best SLR camera in the market in terms of picture quality? Price range would be £500 maximum.

[Troy]

woah, this could open up a can of worms. Cue ALwin with a long post?

Picture quality is a very broad term, and will be dependent on a lot of things really. Don't let the megapixel race fool you in to thinking it will give you great pictures, but also don't ignore it completely.

The lens that is being used will possibly have the biggest effect on the image quality, but for under £500 im sure you'd be using the kit lens, or a 50mm prime (which gives excellent images).

To be honest i think all of the beginner/mid-level DSLRs that you can get for around £500, whether new or second hand would produce comparable images. Different situations may be suited to different cameras or lenses, so there are just too many factors really. Unfortunately such things are not so black or white.

[ALwin]

Hi could anyone suggest me the best SLR camera in the market in terms of picture quality? Price range would be £500 maximum.

Sorry Troy, no long post here.

For a maximum price range of 500GBP, the best SLR would be the one you're willing to carry with you all the time. For buying a DSLR, 500GBP is almost at the extreme low for budgets. Your only option to get the best camera with this price range is to look in the second-hand market or slightly older models if buying brand new.

Also 'picture quality' is just a buzzword, a camera is simply a tool that enables the photographer to express his/her vision.

[Troy]

Sorry Troy, no long post here.

I'm disappointed

To be honest if you have never used a DSLR before, then focusing on image quality is possibly a waste of your time. They will produce arguably better images than any compact, and give you the creative flexibility to adjust this if you need to.

It is best to think about what you will be photographing, and then go from there. Also get yourself down to a camera shop and play with some entry-level cameras to see what you like.

For brand new cameras, look out for the likes of the Nikon D3100/D5100, or Canon 1100D/550D. However, like ALwin has stated, second hand will get you a lot more camera for your money, or potentially a cheaper camera leaving money left over for lenses and accessories.

[dombower]

I would have to say a second hand Fuji s5pro, ( http://dombowerphoto.blogspot.com/search/label/fuji%20s5pro ) if you are shooting high contrast situtations, if not then a second hand Nikon D7000.
but if you want video i would go with a canon 550d http://dombowerphoto.blogspot.com/search/label/Canon%20550D

[darren11]

Questions like these are....I don't know, you realize you're buying an advanced camera that's meant for photography and getting better shots. It's like asking which sports car is the best for a low price;

1. Low price is relative; to me it's $500, to someone it's $1000
2. There is no best DSLR again because we all have personal preferences

And what do you mean with best? It's not like one DSLR makes everything look ugly, but is cheap at least.

Canon EOS XS, T3, Nikon D3100 and Pentax K-r would be the best and cheapest.

[PKW]

Got to be the Canon 550D! No other option!

[photographyxfactor]

I think you should go with Canon EOS Rebel T3i, it's higher model than Canon EOS Rebel T2i/Canon EOS 550D.

[johanson]

In my personal opinion I would like to suggest you to buy Canon 550D which I am using since last two years and till now I have faced no issues with my SLR. This is a great featured SLR which gives you great results and appreciation too.

[parker1986]

Before you make the plunge, read some reviews and take suggestions from the forum. Don't aim too low when choosing a camera. I've never heard anyone complaining that the camera they bought is too good.

Don't rule out used and refurbished cameras from dealers and manufacturers.

Camera Reviews

http://www.kenrockwell.com

http://www.photographytalk.com/photogra ... views-home

http://www.dpreview.com

http://www.snapsort.com

http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/equipment.html

[JR1]

SLR or DSLR !

[chongbscott]

A fantastic photo electronic camera, the Rule EOS Rebel T4i's more expensive 18-135mm STM kit is the only version that advantages an not certified recommendations. You can probably discover better alternatives if you just want a sub-$1,000 dSLR for still camcorders.

[charlottebauer]

Here list of Top ten SLR CAMERA list.
1.Canon EOS Rebel T3i
2.Nikon D5100
3.Sony Alpha SLTA55
4.Canon EOS Rebel T2i
5.Nikon D3100
6.Canon EOS Rebel T1i
7.Sony Alpha SLT-A35
8.Canon EOS Rebel XS
9.Olympus Pen E-PL2
10.Olympus Evolt E620