Best mirrorless & DSLR cameras for ANY budget in 2022!

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0:00 Introduction
2:04 Camera vs Smartphone
$900: Google Pixel 6 Pro sdp.io/Pixel6Pro
$1,300+: Apple iPhone 13 Pro sdp.io/iphone13pro
6:11 Best General Purpose Cameras
$430-$550: Nikon D5300 sdp.io/D5300
$950: Sony a6400 sdp.io/a6400
$1,300: Fujifilm X-T3 sdp.io/xt3
$1,300: Canon RP sdp.io/RP
$2,800: Canon R6 sdp.io/R6
$5,000: Canon R5 sdp.io/R5
$8,500: Sony a1 sdp.io/a1
9:32 Best Vlogging Cameras
$550: Canon 70D sdp.io/70d
$800: Sony ZV-E10 sdp.io/zve10
$1,300: Canon RP sdp.io/RP
$2,800: Canon R6 sdp.io/R6
$3,500: Sony a7S III sdp.io/a7s3
10:48 Best Landscape Cameras
$1,450: Nikon D800e sdp.io/d800e
$2,000: Sony a7R II sdp.io/a7R2
$5,000: Sony a7R IV sdp.io/a7R4
13:26 Best Sports Cameras
$450: Canon T6i sdp.io/T6i
$1,400: Canon 7D II sdp.io/7d2
$1,800: Nikon D500 sdp.io/T200
$4,200: Canon R6 sdp.io/R6
$9,300: Sony a1 sdp.io/a1
15:44 Best Portrait Cameras
$430-$550: Nikon D5300 sdp.io/d5300
$1,200: Nikon D610 sdp.io/D610
$1,800: Nikon D750 sdp.io/D750
$5,000: Canon R6 sdp.io/R6 & sdp.io/RF200
$9,400: Canon R5 sdp.io/R5 & sdp.io/C8512R & sdp.io/C70200R
17:38 Best Wildlife Cameras
$250: Canon Powershot Zoom sdp.io/PSZ
$950: Canon 7D sdp.io/7d & sdp.io/C400
$1,450: Canon 7D Mark II sdp.io/7d2 & sdp.io/C400
$2,200: Nikon D500 sdp.io/d500 & sdp.io/n500
$4,800: Canon R5 sdp.io/R5 & Canon 800mm f/11 sdp.io/C800f11
$19,500: Sony a1 sdp.io/a1 & Sony 600mm f4 sdp.io/S600GM
19:53 Summary

[@MarkRosengarten]

I have been using Fuji X-T cameras since 2015 and absolutely love them. They are so intuitive to use, with SmallRig brackets are extremely comofrtable to hold and mount and take just gorgeous photos. I've used the X-T3 since it came out. I do not do sports or wildlife photography with it but for landscape, architecture and travel photography it is simply wonderful. I have a panoply of lenses for it but the 16-55 gets the biggest workout. If this pandemic ever ends, I'd love to get the image stabilized X-T4 with the 18-55 and 10-24mm lenses as the ultimate compact travel setup. As I get older, lighter and nimbler is key.

[@seanb4502]

I know you're not keen on it, but I'll put in a word for the Nikon Z50 with the twin lens kit (about £1000 UK brand new). Both kit lens are sharp, albeit slow, and combined give you focal length equivalents of 24 - 375. I've recently got back into photography after a long break, and replaced my old D7000 with the Z50. Couldn't be happier - it's much lighter, which was a critical factor for me, image quality is better, and the ergonomics are great. The lens line up is improving as well, with some faster primes available. It felt like a good way for me to get into mirrorless with a good all-rounder.

[@DennisKapatos]

Pretty solid recommendations with a couple exceptions: 1) no one should buy the Sony 24-70 f/2.8 GM, it’s expensive, huge, not sharp, Sony is due to replace it any day now and it’s resale value will plummet, and the Sigma DG DN version is better in every way and $1000 cheaper and will hold its value. The Tamron 28-75 is also a smarter and better option. 2) if you want full frame and you’re on a budget (one that doesn’t include $2000-$3000 lenses) then be aware that a kit based on a Canon R6 or RF is going to be substantially more expensive than a kit for a Sony (like the A7 III or IV) because there are no 3rd party lens options for Canon and many fantastic options for Sony.

[@Iruinyourkdr]

Whole heartedly agree with this.

[@tricamel]

I have both and still go to the Sony rather than the Sigma. More shots first time and it's nicer to use. I pretty much agree with the advice though. If you don't already have the Sony, save some money and get the Sigma or wait for the new version of the Sony.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I agree the 24-70 needs an update however I've had too many focusing problems with the third-party lenses to recommend them.

[@DennisKapatos]

@@tricamel yep that's exactly my point. If you really want a Sony lens, buy a 3rd party 24-70 for now and sell it when the mark II Sony comes out. I have the Tamron and have zero complaints about the autofocus. Its boke can sometimes look meh and I wish it went to 24mm, but otherwise it's absolutely a winner.

[@scottwesterman221]

@@TonyAndChelsea I’m torn between the Sony A6000 or going for the Nikon D600 ? I’m wanting to get into portraits/weddings/events. Any help would be great.

[@bass1996]

I'm glad that you included Canon RP this time. It is a very underappreciated camera even by me but when I tried it I loved it. It's an incredible value for money and combined with 85mm f2 it's killer combo for portraits.

[@JoseLuis-ln2pg]

agreed- the only knock on the RP might be its smaller battery life and its a tad slower than lastest gen at AF- but if you want the best image quality at the lowest price in a modern convenient mirrorless- you cant go wrong with the rp

[@hungrydavo]

I had the RP. I honestly hated it. Tiny batteru and painful ergonomics. I also struggled with the dynamic range and odd behaviours in the raw files when I edited them. I had to get the photo perfect as I knew editing wouldn't be an option. The canon R was way better I found - restored my faith in Canons!

[@-_--le3zk]

The reason for rp not being famous is simple,it has way to low features for its price,and funny enough that it doesn't even have that full frame advantage in image quality over other cameras,infact dynamic range is worse than sony and fuji cameras,so what is the point of buying an rp?

[@bass1996]

@@-_--le3zk " it doesn't even have that full frame advantage in image quality" well it has in noise. My reasons for RP it's small and light, has the best touch interface, small file sizes, reliable AF, it gave me better keeper rate then sony a7iii and a6400 with eye af and I wasn't expect that. Dynamic range gives me +/-2Ev which is enough for most situation and if you have to take landscapes you can go oldschool and use bracketing.

[@TherconJair]

Indeed, there were some sales and cashback and I managed to snag one for a friend who wanted to upgrade from a 60D for ultimately $749, and that was including the RF 24-105 f4-7.1. And at that price point it's just amazing.

[@lukenorvell7144]

I love your videos! From obtaining my part 107 to lighting and lens advice, you and your wife have become iconic in my book!

[@anthonybarton8438]

I used the olympus app all the time and now the fuji app and they both work flawlessly! You just have to learn how to best use them... like anything else on a camera

[@jstreutker]

I love my Nikon D5300. I have used it for vlogging and macro photography using extension rings, as well as for general photography. Sorry guys, I would never sell it.

[@toykanozdas]

I would suggest the X-T4 to anyone looking for a beast in terms of price/performance, can't go wrong.

[@Sorennn94]

Or the xe4 for more stylised compact size

[@joshuareveles]

Thank you for someone mentioning that beast

[@BrownieX001]

Love my XT4. Very fun to use. I just need more lenses.

[@DrAaronSoares]

💯 fact

[@mandough]

Even after getting an R5 for more professional work, I’ve kept my x-t4 and still continue to use it as my casual walk around camera and decent backup/second camera for the occasional video shoot. Pricey but well worth it.

[@joshuareveles]

The xt3 and XT4 are excellent cameras for portraits (this is coming from a wedding and portrait photographer’s prospective)

[@albirdto]

I have been on and off with photography, but every time I come back it’s very comforting to have your videos be consistently up to date and informative. The Stunning Digital Photography plug feels like home lol

[@SeasonAscent]

Great video. I'm surprised the 1dx mk ii didn't make it onto the sports or wildlife list. I've seen that thing go CRAZY cheap on the used market and it's still such a capable camera!

[@matthieuzglurg6015]

Since you got onto obscene budgets, for portraits in studio and lanscapes, the GFX 100S is really, really good

[@brois841]

The obscene stuff was for sports. I think it's fair to say someone looking at medium format won't need Tony's advice in this video ;) For most people FF is the way to go. It's way more flexible.

[@matthieuzglurg6015]

@@brois841 fair point.

[@thedrunkencookmostly714]

I recently bought a R6 and although I’m pretty much an amateur I’m very happy with the results. It’s also nice to see the R6 pop up in videos like this has it appears to be a great all round camera for the price.

[@paulgibbings9553]

As someone who has been using EOS cameras for 30 odd years, I would say the R6 has been the camera has done most to improve my photography. Predominantly I shoot wildlife & I love my R6.

[@RJ-hi5pw]

I could never imagine dropping that much money on a camera as an amateur..

[@xxjsmoothxx8104]

I just got the canon r6 as my first camera and I’m loving it so far!! :D

[@sjcproductionsandmedia]

I'm curious to know if the R6 supersedes the Mark IV.

[@joenicolette]

@@sjcproductionsandmedia yes, by a ton and it’s not close 🙂

[@Vicvines]

I bought an a6000 in 2015. It's been my best investment. I still use it. I don't see much improvement in the later models for photography.

[@troypayette4368]

Same lol I've been studying to upgrade but I feel like I'm talking myself into it. I would love to have sharper images but it seems I'd be better off with the book and classes then gear... I've been eyeing the Sony A74 but get dazzled by the 60mp of the R4 but don't want to spend that kind of money on glass. So the choices are better glass for the old 6000 and education, A74 and education lol or R4 and lots of debt and education (like having a Ferrari and not knowing how to drive it) Oh and Thank you Tony and Chelsea for every video you ever made! I should go watch the tutorial on the a6000 again.

[@ytr8989]

The M50 was discontinued and replaced by the M50 Mark Ii. Ironically, the Mark II is priced the same as the older M50. B&H has a few white M50 Mark II in stock right now.

[@jamesbell8730]

Your a pleasure to watch, you have great energy in your delivery. I’ve often wonder why the developers or rep’s of Sony, Cannon, Nikon would benefit if they would set down with you guys. It’s past time for cameras to adapt some if the phone interfaces.

[@sale83]

If I were to start with more serious photography than mobile phone today, I would go for 50mm 1.8 lens, older generation dslr's like canon 5d mk 1,2,3, 6d or nikon d600, d610, d700, D750 or first generations of mirrorles. All you need for start, dirt cheap.

[@JuanSanchez-zz3me]

I would say that a better option than the d5xxx line is the d7xxx line. On *gasps, not KEH*, MPB, you can normally find d7200 or d7100 for 300-500. I'm pretty sure it's the same sensor, but you get a better built body, just at the cost of flip out screen. And for under 1k sports photography, I'd go for an 80-200mm af-d for like 300-400, in addition to a d7200 or even a d7500 for the extra speed and iso performance. It's the poor man's version of what he recommended

[@rishimakhanlal8905]

Exactly! D7100 is around $300 used and has the same sensor as D5300.

[@bassangler73]

I agree, I used a D7200 until the shutter failed...Im shooting a D500 now but the Toshiba sensor in the D7200 was special...I shoot birds of prey in flight 99% of the time and the D500 is much better suited for that but sometimes I miss my D7200

[@JuanSanchez-zz3me]

@@bassangler73 I went from a d3500 to a d7500, so I have the same internals as your d500. And the high iso capabilities are so great. I'm hoping I get to pickup an 80-200 2.8 to get better results than I can get with my cheap tamron 70-300

[@bassangler73]

@Juan Sanchez if you can do it you should try the Nikon 200-500mm f5.6...it's hard to beat for the money

[@JuanSanchez-zz3me]

@@bassangler73 I'm sure I'll want something like that eventually But I try to use photography to pay for itself. And an 80-200 2.8 is more useful for that than a 200-500, since I do a lot of portriats and graduation pictures in college.

[@EsotericNY]

Former Nikon purist here, but switched to Canon recently. Love my R5, esp since (a) it's 45MP and (b) it shoots 120fps video, whereas the R6 does neither. No overheating issues w/ recent firmware upgrade, but if you really want to kit it out, you can also throw an Atomos Ninja 5 on it so long video problems solved. Btw, when you mentioned the R5, you said 24-70mm 2.8. What are your thoughts on RF 28-70mm f/2? Keep up the great reviews. Been watching you for years.

[@RickRose]

Well done. I love the fact you say that, for many people, upgrading their smart phones is probably their best bet. Absolutely true! I've recently jumped into full-frame with a used 6d mk ii and a new RP. Loving the preliminary results, but I have much, much more to learn. Thanks for sharing.

[@blackentrepreneur244]

I use my Sony a6400 for everything; photography, filmmaking, social media vlogs. This lil camera is a beast once you get use to Sony color science.

[@ElliotFranco]

Thank you so much for all your help Tony and Chelsea

[@NIGHTDARK010]

Learning photography on my Fuji XT30, love it

[@Dvlx1]

Would love to see you guys do some medium format content at some point.

[@unbroken1010]

Film or digital?

[@stevesvanderpool8653]

Ain't nobody got a budget for that! This guys is already dropping 20K combos in this video. Now you telling him to go Hasselblad!? Common Son! 🤦🏾‍♂️😂

[@pelanth]

@@stevesvanderpool8653 The Fuji x100s is cheaper than the Sony A1

[@Dvlx1]

@@stevesvanderpool8653 You can pick up Fuji's brand new for like $3.5k now.

[@Dvlx1]

@@unbroken1010 Digital, this isn't the right platform for film.

[@folkoyt]

German: Danke Toni für diesen hervorragenden Überblick und die sehr professionelle Organisation und Produktion des Film. Die Staffelung nach Themen und Budget, sowie all der Randinformationen lädt einen erahnen wie viel Wissen und Mühe in dieser Arbeit stecken!

[@Heyfrendoo]

Bought my first camera 6 months ago - Sony A 6000 Love it 🌹

[@samuelbarringer715]

I personally like the Panasonic DMC-FZ70. It has a great zoom, it is relatively affordable, the lens is pretty good, it has 16 megapixels. The only drawback is the small sensor size. For the price of around 100 dollars used, it is.

[@Wendy8888]

I've purchased used equipment from KEH for many years and have never had a bad experience. I wouldn't hesitate buying a used camera from them. Great video.

[@UncompressedWAVmusic]

Amazing and interesting video that covers so much. Thanks amazing Tony and Chelsea.

[@josephchan4198]

Thanks for having the classes on cameras.

[@flagger2020]

A few other possible options: Pentax K1 for landscape and portraits, even maybe for wildlife with the older da*60-250. Also the K5iIS which is readily available on the second hand market. Pentax's are rugged, have great controls and are very well weather sealed with bright OVFs and when matched with a handgrip and two batteries give all day shooting and good handling. Olympus m4/3s a smaller alternative for outdoors, the E-M1 and original E-M5 being good value. For sports and wildlife a Nikon 7200 has excellent tracking and a great APS senor. Lastly for Canon you should consider the 85/1.5 USM for portrait photography.

[@digitalx3136]

The Sony A7R2 is still a BEAST in many areas ...gets the job done in many ways in 2022 and will still be my go to camera!

[@jg9764]

I agree! I actually just switched to the A7rii from a A6300 and haven't looked back!

[@WalterMatherPhoto]

I agree the Sony A7r IV combined with the Sony 16-35mm is an Amazing and lightweight set up. I love this setup for my backcountry work.

[@jasperprem8793]

Amazing guidance..till end I was eagerly waiting that ul mention my camera 📷 Canon 90D 😁 that too is a budget piece camera 📷

[@chrisklontz7837]

nikon d850. 2k$ used. giant pictures, no AA filter, the fps is low compared to mirrorless, but the buffer is crazy. set to 12bit compressed raw you can shoot like 200 pictures before the buffer runs out. amazing auto focus, and viewfinder face detect works really well, lets me shoot pictures of kids running around inside wide open with a lot of keepers. the user interface is fast. the entire camera is so well polished, like reviewing pictures itll zoom 100% on a detected face, with one wheel you flip between pictures zoomed in and the other wheel switches from face to face, so for a group shot you can check sharpness on every face quickly and accurately. all the reviews when it came out were titled greatest camera ever or best dslr ever. i just hope nikon never stops making it.

[@tusharkant124]

Thats right

[@alphaxfang]

if you lower the fps on modern mirrorless i think you will get a lot of buffer too...

[@garypardyphotography]

I've never shot with it, but I thought from launch it would be the best DSLR ever, at the end of the DSLR era. Then the 1DX III came out, but still... 45mp... what a beast.

[@ytr8989]

For landscape you forgot the GFX50S Mark II. With the kit lens it costs less than the Sony, and image quality can’t be beat.

[@aviatorman8]

4:3 AR isn’t appealing

[@chrisvig123]

@@aviatorman8 Doesn’t matter with that large sensor you can crop to what you want

[@aviatorman8]

@@chrisvig123 it does. You won’t get the full res with cropping.

[@rudyreimer302]

Great overview of whats available at different price points and skill levels.

[@captinktm]

Another fantastic video Tony. You didn't mention shutter count, I guess another day perhaps. But in my experience buying second hand cameras ( I would never buy new) high shutter counts are not a problem. I would and have bought cameras from pro's with massive counts on them and they are still working great. I bought a 7200 with 375k on the clock for 250 pounds! Fantastic camera and as given me a years use already. I think it's more important the camera has been used regularly. I am off to buy your video book!

[@sn4rl277]

I like that you mention the D5300 at the low end of $1k budget DSLR. The older DSLR's (including the Nikon FX line) currently is where the value can be had right now. With Mirrorless starting to take over in the entry-level and prosumer side (Pro's have already switched over for the most part). But got to mention lens selection, getting a 50mm prime is huge for beginners. It force you to think more about your composition and how close or far you need to be to your subject. I feel like zoom lens tends to hurt a beginner, but I get if you need that first lens it maybe a zoom. But please don't over look the nifty 50's. Some of the best shots I have gotten over the years are from that cheap $100 50mm.

[@emmareporter4324]

i have a canon eos rebel xs myself and love it, they're really cheap and take really nice photos

[@yuvtube1]

Great recommendations. For most people, i would say, don't buy more expensive gear. Instead use that money to buy plane tickets. An average camera will give you more great photos on amazing locations worldwide than an expensive camera in your backyard/town/city.

[@MiguelBorgesphotography]

No thank you, I have social anxiety

[@DiyEcoProjects]

Hi Tony & Chelsea, i really apprecaite your videos. Photography for me is something thats never lost its magic. Have fun this year, all the best, Kieron

[@luisalfonso8888]

I definitively like Lumix GH5, superior for video and excellent for travel. My backpacks weight a lot less than when I used Canon, and now I can afford long telephoto lenses

[@fightsandfinance7570]

Doesn't it have autofocus issues or has that been fixed?

[@MichaelNoland-TheBottomLine]

I’ve actually moved up to a iPhone 13 Pro Max and am so glad I did! And that’s what I shoot my KZbin videos o. Don’t get me wrong, eventually I’ll update to a more ‘pro’ camera, but not til I get good at the phone first! As usual Great in depth coverage!

[@unbroken1010]

Filming on a phone won't teach you anything except for editing practice

[@MichaelNoland-TheBottomLine]

@@unbroken1010 I disagree! As I have learned a ton besides editing! However, I do agree that eventually I will upgrade. I’m NOT an Apple Apologist, after all! Thanks for your input though!!!

[@Lifeinstylej]

Very informative & much needed. Thanks for making all these cameras much easier to understand

[@wetstructures]

Just bought the Canon R6m2 - It is amazing and reasonable

[@DanielB__]

Always enjoy your videos. Thanks for all the great info.

[@absolutezeropi3513]

Thanks for the video. I really appreciate practical content like this. Very helpful.

[@anoopchaudhary5215]

hi Tony, I dont know but I found this video very pleasing, may be you made this video by heart and passion. Your emotions and were through the roof. really happy to see content like this and soo much energy into it.

[@asmaulrakib5925]

Been waiting for this type of videos! Thanks

[@brendanfr]

i have the xt20 and i absolutely love it, i just switched over from pentax so all my lenses are adapted, but wow, its a fun and beautiful little camera. and the images... are CLEAN. i reccomend the xt20 and 30 over the xt2 and 3 unless you NEED weather resistance since theyre the same sensor and processor as their single number counterparts.

[@writenamehere0000]

No

[@CedarRavenWolf]

Just bought an iphone13. Was seriously thinking of upgrading my old Sony Cyber Shot. Thank you for your honesty and I may have just saved myself some loot. Think I will just give my iphone a chance. 🙂

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Hi tony and friends, any advice for someone like me. Need some better gear for my watch restoration videos. Currently using an m50 with macro lens. Thank you

[@richardlee5157]

Canon 6D is a beast and although a bit outdated, it's still my workhorse camera paired with good lenses, still gets incredible shots. Especially since Im used to it now and its a part of my workflow, I learned to be very efficient with it. So in general although an older camera might not be the fastest or have the best/fastest autofocus, if you learn it and practice with it, and become efficient, you will still get great results....... but I want the R5 eventually 😅😭

[@achyutanmadhusudan7366]

wouldnt it be better to put a zoom like the sigma 150-600 on the 7d for wildlife ?

[@ForrestWest]

The Canon R6 with the RF 100-400mm is the lightest and most enjoyable combo I've carried and I shot with the D500 and the 300mm pf before that. This new r6 combo is a great price value and so compact and lightweight with fast focusing, tracking and beautiful image quality.

[@kevinbyrne7400]

I love my my Nikon D700 with my 50 . 1 • 4 .G ..Every shot perfect and sharp..My 810 with 80 to 400 on . Takes awesome wildlife photos..Even my Nikon D300 with a 24 to 70 . 2• 8 still takes excellent pictures , I don't need anything else..Excellent video as always Tony . Learned so much from your tutorials. Can't thankyou enough for that..

[@AstroLaVista]

If anyone's looking for a budget low light vlogging camera, I can highly recommend the Sony ZV-E10 Tony mentioned paired with the Sigma 16mm f1.4. I've been blown away by this combo, especially once I added a gimble.

[@haithambadawi5318]

I am surprised that Nikon D850 is not on any recommendation is there is any reason for not recommending it in 2022?

[@Dj.D25]

Kind of surprised too, since isn't it considered by many to be the best DSLR camera of all time?

[@drtod]

It's not the camera that produces the image but the lens and the individual behind the camera that produces the image. Any modern system regardless of sensor will produce professional results. The key is to understand the tool (camera) you have and leverage its strengths and weaknesses. MFT camera systems did not even have a mention which is unfortunate due to overall package size and outstanding weather sealing (Olympus/OMS). Important for those who travel where most FF cameras make you stand-out rather than blend-in.

[@joe3eagles]

I bought a Canon 90D a few months ago and use it for landscape and wildlife. Probably not the best choice for those genres, judging by the recommendations in this video, but so far, I have no complaints. I was wondering if you have an opinion on the 90D's performance compared to the 70D.

[@JoseLuis-ln2pg]

FYI- I owned the R5 as well and since I mainly shoot portraits- I found culling thousands of photos after a session to be really slow on the R5. My current workflow is I use R6 then if I find a winner I need to blow up huge for prints- the adobe enhance tool gives me great 80MP raws that look amazing if you use sharp glass

[@davebrown1100]

So you use the RF glass on the R6 to get the same result basically? I'm looking at getting a full frame and been thinking the R6, but is the 20MP enough?

[@JoseLuis-ln2pg]

@@davebrown1100 Yeah the RF glass is super sharp and blows up beautifully.

[@davebrown1100]

@@JoseLuis-ln2pg thank you

[@lorriewilliams6864]

I'm amazed on video best mirrorless & DSLR camera for any budget this help me to understand the capacity of each camera, also the tutorial on how to video with Nikon d750 one of the most stunning videos I have reviewed, because I'm taking a little format class and use Nikon d750. Thanks

[@Ericbjohnston5150]

5Dmk4 2600 bucks US dollars. 3000 bucks Canada dollars. This is my recent upgrade. Awesome camera if its in the budget.

[@jorgecolinae]

The Nikon D600 in 2022 still rocks!!!

[@CornPopsRazor]

A lot has changed in 10 months would be nice to see updated video.

[@sreejithks9250]

Amazing review, you never disappoint.

[@amitshinde7884]

Thanks for the information.

[@jamesdarnell8568]

Well, my 18 Mp Canon EOS 60D did not make any of the (bottom of the) lists. I guess it's officially "old". Time to move up to a modern 24 Mp Canon EOS 80D!

[@JuanSanchez-zz3me]

If you can afford it, I'd splurge for the 90d. It's a lot faster and has 33mp. But if it's out of your budget then yeah the 80d is great as well

[@PhilTaylor1]

Fantastic video. Really helpful and informative.

[@giacintodamico1379]

A nice and informative video. Keep up the good work 👍👍

[@markmichaletzky]

In my experience anything with a 50mm 1.8 prime (or better) will work for portraits. I use a yn 50mm 1.4 with a canon m100

[@juancarlosayala4580]

D850 Nikon D850 and Fuji GFX100s for landscapes. You missed both.

[@colinbluth5461]

I love these overall videos once in a while :)

[@kuro4321]

The soft out of focus background term Bokeh is actually pronounced Bow-Kay, with a short vowel, like the word Token without the n or Po-Ke the Hawaiian marinated tuna fish delicacy. Not Bow-Kuh. It is also a term to describe becoming or being Senile as in out of focus brain function.

[@mickd1368]

fuji x-s10 is fun, versatile and a blast to shoot with. it is also amazing for portraits, and video

[@adamscales8348]

No Pentax love for landscapes? If the D800E is in there, the K-1 should be, too! Thanks for the video.

[@JasperBunschoten]

I just paid 250 dollars for a 5D mark ii which I use with vintage lenses! Did switch out the focussing screen.. But it has been absolutely lovely and my first foray into digital Full Frame! (already shot 35mm and 120mm film)

[@perrypelican9476]

Sorry, I couldn't find anything negative. I feel bad because finding negative stuff is my raison d'être. Seriously, I always get what is expected when watching your videos, which is lots of info and minimal crap. Thanks a lot.

[@thejosher1510]

I just have to add the Olympus om-d e-m1 mark ii with the Olympus 14-150 lens to this list for wildlife, it takes amazing pictures, great ergonomics and the best environmental sealing in any camera, mine has been soaked by waves then hosed off a lot and still works like new. The only drawback is the small sensor needs a lot of light.

[@HR-wd6cw]

One thing to consider is LENSES. I don't know why people just focus on the bodies. Yes they can be among the most expensive pieces of gear you buy initially, but generally people buy lenses for a longer period of time (say 5-10+ years). Lens selection should really be what people focus on more so than the bodies. The average shooter probably upgrades bodies every 3-5 years but it is usually an upgrade that is not always necessary, but a "want". That being said, on the low-end I feel that the Z5 or Z5 for the Nikon system, RP for the Canon, and Sony a6000/6100 and A7 III to be the best values in the big three (Both APS-C and FF). On the high-end the Nikon Z9, Canon R5 (or R3 although much more expensive), and the Sony a9 / a9 II or A7R IV if you're on a budget, for high-end bodies.

[@chadroberts44]

Surprised everybody blows over the Canon M6 Mark II. Surprisingly does really good for a low cost. I attach my sigma 150-600 with the adapter and it does have a slight delay for a fraction of a second but it actually does better in sports and wildlife photography than my 7d Mark II. Doubles great for vlogging, backpacking and even portraits. I use it for a lot of school events because it is so small and compact.

[@ROBERTHOCKER]

A month to learn basics is good. I want to use my camera for research in the deep country especially at long ranges as well as close up photography for advertisement purposes

[@joenye43]

So balanced reviews just terrific

[@JoseLuis-ln2pg]

nice recommendations!!!! i use r6 for work (fashion/ portraits/ video) and my Fuji XT3 for fun and personal stuff and video.

[@longliveclassicmusic]

Random time to say it, but I love the higher frame rates of the videos on this channel. It peeves the crap out of me that videophiles try to make themselves into gatekeepers and say everyone HAS to produce content at 24fps, or they're not “real videographers.” Bullshit. Just because cinema is 24 doesn't mean 60 doesn't look real f'ing good. I personally think it looks way cleaner and allows me to see crisp detail way better. I feel like 24fps is good at masking poor focus pulling. Manual focus pulling that's common in cinema means the camera will never be totally tack on the eyes, but with the FPS shot at 24, there's enough motion blur to mask it. But with the eye detect features of modern cameras, people who use these tracking features produce video that stays truly in focus.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Thanks for noticing! F 24 I'd do 120 if they let me.

[@ickledotco]

Great video! I was thinking you might do one like this when you mentioned the other day that DSLRs were better on a budget when shooting sport (no s at the end in the UK!). Making me think about dusting down my 7DMkII again!

[@agapon2023]

I'm not a photographer, but the video was festinating to watch

[@Reza-nz2re]

This is the best list and correct one. If you have around $400 just get Nikon D5300 and it can do a lot of thing with nice photo and video capabilities. After that just follow Tony's list....great 👍 I used D5300 before and D5300 can make great picture like D7000 series but without HSS capabilities (cannot use shutter speed beyond 200). But Image quality are the same as D7200 and so on.

[@yoinkkm7856]

i wonder why u did not recommended the canon 90d for wildlife

[@brendanweldon9410]

I got a second hand Olympus OMD1 (300 euro) and a 75-300 (150-600 on 35mm) which also cost 300 euro and it is a great setup for wildlife and sports for little money.

[@danncorbit3623]

I bought your book, "Stunning Digital Photography". So now we will discover if it is possible to teach an old dog new tricks. A camera for portraits and landscape (but not great for sports) is the Canon 5DS or 5DSR, which can be bought new for about $1500 if you know where to look.

[@daniahkitten]

Which would you recommend for dance videos? 🙏🏾

[@wl5609]

Excellent video as always Tony! I'm wondering why the new Sony A74 wasn't mentioned?

[@deepakboopathy]

Because it's always out of stock

[@ardirasyad4353]

still rocking with my a6000 + sigma 30 F/1.4 for around 600$ used

[@cncbuss1]

Thanks very much for your Recommendations Tony! The average consumer doesn’t know what to buy and this video narrows down choices to your professional, experienced viewpoint. I heard you mention one of my favourite cameras twice which I’m going to be purchasing used in the very near future. The Nikon D 5300 with the 18 to 140 mm lens can be had for roughly $450 Canadian dollars and will be more than enough for my amateur needs for now. I’ll make sure to pick up a good quality 50 mm lens and look forward to continued learning with your awesome references. Cheers to you and your family from Montreal, Canada!

[@kimballmorejon4129]

What cameras do you recommend for dentists doing intraoral photography? Kidding! Just giving you a hard time! Love your videos! Cheers from a dentist who rocks the R6 in dental world. :)

[@WayneRosa-Australia]

That's a bit odd, Not a Panasonic Lumix mentioned and yet Your best of 2021 was Lumix GH5M2? - I find that a little stange I must say.

[@mbolan1]

agree Wayne mostly the big 3 Sony, Canon ,and Nikon well Lumix produce some great cameras I have the G9 and it a great tool.

[@caezarpolicarpio837]

You always provide some of the best insights about photography being open to any development to any changes and not limiting to the traditional way of capturing those precious moments. Keep it up bro 💪🏽

[@GGingers]

I need a new camera but I'm still using my old Cannon Powershot for photos and Gopro for videos. I like my old powershot because it has great zoom. Thanks for all these reviews. It will help when I get the funds together to upgrade.

[@ytr8989]

Also, I should have mentioned it earlier, but you didn’t mention Leica.