Choosing a digital camera in 2020 is a simple task only at first glance. There are so many types of cameras that you cannot do without a small educational program. Compact cameras are gradually leaving the market, being replaced by mirrorless cameras. They confidently occupy a niche in which SLR cameras used to dominate, and film and instant cameras have long become the lot of enthusiasts and amateurs, therefore they will not be considered in the review.
The editors of the site bestx.htgetrid.com/en/ have prepared for you a rating of the best digital cameras in 2020.
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Varieties of digital cameras
By scope
- Household and amateur.
- Compact cameras are small cameras with a built-in viewfinder and optics. The most budgetary models with a minimum of settings. At the moment, this class of devices is in little demand and practically ousted from the market by smartphones with cameras of similar characteristics;
- Mirrorless cameras are a hybrid between compact and DSLR cameras. Being for the purpose of household and amateur, in terms of functionality, quality of images and a variety of accessories, they are close to the mirror;
- Professional - SLR digital cameras. The key difference from household and amateur ones is the high speed of work and a greater number of manual settings. Professional cameras use uncompressed RAW format for storing images.
The photo is saved in the form in which it enters the matrix, preserving the smallest details. Depending on the tasks performed, professional cameras are divided into subclasses - reportage, panoramic, high-speed, stereoscopic, etc.
By the principle of transferring the image to the viewfinder
There are DSLRs and mirrorless cameras.
The main difference between the two systems is the way in which the operator receives the image through the lens.
In a SLR camera, the picture seen in the lens goes directly to the viewfinder through a system of prisms and mirrors. When you press the shutter button, the mirror flips over, covering the viewfinder opening, after which the image enters the matrix. Photo taken.
The weight and dimensions of such a camera are greater due to the space occupied by the mirror mechanism.
The undoubted advantage of SLR cameras is the quality of the picture in the viewfinder. The image you get is absolutely identical to what gets on the matrix. This is especially useful when shooting in bright light, when the camera's LCD screen appears dim and it is difficult to see details or errors in composition and focus. In addition, the viewfinder saves battery life, energy is wasted in it only for displaying the grid and display. Most modern SLR cameras also have screens, but they are more often used for viewing already taken frames or when the position of the camera does not allow looking through the viewfinder.
In a mirrorless camera, the image through the lens enters the matrix, is processed by a processor and displayed on the screen or a digital viewfinder. At present, these devices are practically not inferior to SLR cameras in terms of picture quality, losing only in operating speed.
Mirrorless cameras are smaller and lighter. This is important if you are taking your camera on a long journey. In addition, in some countries there is a prohibition on shooting with professional cameras, which do not include mirrorless cameras.
By lens type.
- With built-in lens:
This includes compact cameras, often referred to as "soap boxes", as well as budget mirrorless cameras. The advantages of this layout are light weight and ease of use. Disadvantages - limited zoom and slow operating speed.
- With removable lens:
Replaceable lenses expand the range of applications. At some point, the optics that come with the camera may no longer cope with the tasks that the photographer sets for himself. If you often shoot scenes at a great distance from you, such as animals that cannot be approached close or fast moving objects, then a lens with a long focal length is needed.
For portraits, flowers, or close-ups, a wide-angle lens is more suitable.
The advantages of removable lenses are the ability to take photos in conditions that are inaccessible to compact cameras and cameras with built-in optics. Disadvantages - high cost of interchangeable lenses, increasing maintenance complexity, high weight.
Cameras with interchangeable lenses are sold with or without optics. If the camera comes with a lens, then the model name will have the prefix "kit". If only the camera body is sold, the name will be “body”.
Which digital camera to choose?
First of all, you need to determine for yourself what it will be used for?
What subjects do you most often shoot? For nature, animal and sports photography, an entry-level mirrorless or DSLR camera with detachable optics is suitable if more powerful and long-range lenses are required in the future. If you mainly shoot everyday sketches and group photos, then a compact camera will be the best choice.
What accessories do you need?
- Memory card. When sold, it is not always included in the package. In addition, a spare card will be useful if the main card fills up or fails;
- Spare battery and charger. Useful if you are photographing in places where there is no electricity within walking distance;
- Backpack or carry bag;
- Lens cleaners and wipes;
- Tripod;
Light filters. Protect the optics from scratches, improve the quality of photos or give them a certain effect.
Which camera to buy?
| 10 | Canon EOS 2000D Kit. | 22 650 ₽ |
| 9 | Olympus Pen E-PL8 Kit | 29 990 ₽ |
| 8 | Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | 57 590 ₽ |
| 7 | Olympus Pen E-PL9 Kit | 37 407 ₽ |
| 6 | Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 Body | 28 119 ₽ |
| 5 | Fujifilm X-T100 Kit | 36 615 ₽ |
| 4 | Sony Alpha ILCE-7 Body | 50 799 ₽ |
| 3 | Nikon D7200 | 53 900 ₽ |
| 2 | Canon IXUS 190 | 9 248 ₽ |
| 1 | Canon EOS 200D Kit | 31 890 ₽ |
Canon EOS 2000D Kit
An entry-level budget SLR. An excellent choice if this is your first camera in its class. Despite the fact that the device is positioned as inexpensive, it has everything to take high quality pictures:
- Matrix with a resolution of 24.1 megapixels;
- Mirror viewfinder with 3-inch LCD display;
- Autofocus, auto white balance;
- Preset shooting modes.
The Canon EOS 2000D can process images after shooting using preset effects in memory, or take photographs by applying a pre-selected filter to the image.
If you need complete control over your shooting settings, the Canon EOS 2000D will operate in manual mode, where you can manually adjust shutter speed, sharpness and white balance. The camera comes with an interchangeable lens with Canon EF / EF-S mount type, focal length 18-55 mm and optical stabilizer.
Advantages:
- Large selection of settings;
- Wi-fi;
- Ease of management;
- Interchangeable lens.
Disadvantages:
- Not identified.
Olympus Pen E-PL8 Kit
A mirrorless camera with interchangeable lens support from a Japanese manufacturer.
The camera stands out for its stylish design, the aluminum body is complemented by genuine leather inserts. The viewfinder function is a 3-inch pivoting touchscreen.
The main focus of the camera is on a large selection of presets and ease of control.
The camera can be connected to a smartphone via wi-fi, to a TV via HDMI output, to a PC or laptop via USB. An interchangeable lens with a focal length of 14 - 42 mm is perfect for portrait and interior photography.
Contents of delivery:
- Camera;
- Interchangeable M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42MM lens;
- Charger and battery
- Shoulder strap;
- Replaceable flash unit.
Advantages:
- Eye-catching design;
- Low weight;
- Variety of settings;
- Digital viewfinder connectivity.
Disadvantages:
- Limited focal length of the supplied lens.
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III
Compact digital camera with fixed optics. Canon has made using the camera as easy as possible. Auto focus and image stabilization make shooting easy. Intelligent mode adjusts aperture and shutter speed for optimal photo quality.
Shooting parameters can be manually adjusted if necessary.
For communication with external devices, the device has a wi-fi module, NFC, mini HDMI and micro USB output.
Advantages:
- Ease of controls;
- Optical stabilization system.
Disadvantages:
- Small optical zoom;
- Slow lens performance;
- High price for a compact camera.
Olympus Pen E-PL9 Kit
The rating of cameras already includes a similar model from Olympus - Pen E-PL8 Kit. The characteristics of the cameras are similar:
- Interchangeable lens with Micro 4/3 mount;
- Matrix 16.1 MP;
- Wide range of presets;
- Swivel touch screen 3 inches.
The differences between the models are that the Olympus Pen E-PL9 Kit uses a matrix with Live MOS technology, which produces a richer picture on the LCD and features lower power consumption. A feature of these matrices is the accelerated display of the image from the matrix and even the ability to see the change in sharpness on the display.
Advantages:
- Light weight and compact size;
- Live MOS Progressive Matrix;
- Shooting video in ultra-high definition 4k;
Disadvantages:
- Limited focal length of the lens.
Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 Body
Mirrorless digital camera. Supplied without lens included. Sony uses its own standard for lens jacks - Sony E, so be careful when choosing lenses and check compatibility.
The resolution of the camera matrix is 24.7 MP.
Two types of memory cards can be used for recording - SD and MS. Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 is equipped with an electronic viewfinder and a rotary touchscreen display.
Advantages:
- Photosensitive matrix;
- Fast autofocusing;
- Intelligent shooting modes.
Disadvantages:
- Lack of HDMI cable included;
- Additional costs for finding and purchasing an interchangeable lens.
Fujifilm X-T100 Kit
A mirrorless camera with interchangeable lens support from a Japanese manufacturer. The design of the body copies the film cameras of the 80s. The body is made of magnesium and aluminum inserts.
Fujifilm manufactures lenses of its own Fujifilm X Mount standard, so be careful when choosing interchangeable lenses or use adapter rings.
Matrix resolution 24.2 - MP.
The format of memory cards for recording is SD. Maximum supported size is 128GB.
Viewfinder type - electronic. Also on the back of the camera is an LCD touchscreen that can be rotated in three dimensions.
Manufacturers have focused on simplicity, so the camera has automatic modes for shooting the most common scenes. If necessary, the camera can work in manual mode, but this is more a tribute to fashion than a real necessity.
Advantages:
- Light weight and robust body;
- Optical stabilizer;
- Bright digital viewfinder.
Disadvantages:
- Inconvenient location of the memory card slot and battery. When mounted on a tripod, the compartment cannot be opened to replace the battery and card.
Sony Alpha ILCE-7 Body
Mirrorless digital camera with full-frame sensor size.
Sony uses its own Sony E mount, so be careful when choosing a lens.
The resolution of the camera matrix is 24.7 MP.
The camera has a matrix cleaning function. Each time you turn off the camera, a special mechanism for a short time makes the matrix vibrate at a high frequency, removing dust and microparticles from it, which may have gotten during the lens replacement.
Advantages:
- Photosensitive matrix;
- Fast autofocusing;
- Intelligent shooting modes.
Disadvantages:
- Lack of USB cable included;
Nikon D7200 Kit
DSLR digital camera from a Japanese manufacturer with interchangeable lens support.
The camera is ready for tough conditions, as evidenced by its magnesium alloy body and protection from dust and water. With these features, the case can be safely removed in wet weather and light rain.
The second feature of the model is two slots for memory cards. When filling the first one, the pictures will be saved to the second one.
The Nikon D7200 has a number of preset modes for capturing typical scenes, but its true potential is when it is used in manual mode.
Advantages:
- Dust and moisture resistant housing;
- Two slots for memory cards;
- Long battery life;
Disadvantages:
- Noisy lens drive.
Canon IXUS 190
Compact camera with built-in lens.
In the memory of the device there are 32 variants of preset settings for shooting in different conditions - from the bright sun on a mountain slope to shots in the dark.
The footage can be transferred to a smartphone or computer without removing the memory card: for this, the device has wi-fi and nfc modules.
Advantages:
- Compact size;
- Large selection of automatic settings.
Disadvantages:
- Small magnification of the built-in lens;
- Low shooting speed.
Canon EOS 200D Kit
Entry-level digital SLR camera with touchscreen and interchangeable lens support. The stock lens with Canon EF / EF-S mount and a focal length of 18-55 mm is distinguished by a good speed of mechanics in automatic and manual modes.
For fast transfer of photos to other devices, the digital camera is equipped with wi-fi and Bluetooth modules. Using the software, you can control the camera from your smartphone, download images, print them to compatible printers and adjust the external flash.
The Canon EOS 200D is available in black and white.
Advantages:
- Compact dimensions;
- Image stabilizer.
Disadvantages:
- Plastic case.
Beginner Photography Tips
- Use automatic mode if you are unsure of which options to choose for shooting.
- Do not get carried away by over-zooming. Subjects shot at high zoom will appear less clear. When zoomed in, even slight lens shake will blur the frame or ruin the composition.
- Long exposure photography is best done with a tripod. It is better to start the process without touching the device: via a smartphone or a remote control.
- Always carry wipes and lens cleaning supplies with you.
- Turn on the backlight and grid in the viewfinder. This will help you better compose and position the horizon correctly in the frame when shooting landscapes.
