When shopping for your first camera you may be wondering do I get a Nikon or Canon DSLR?
I remember trying to figure out the same thing and ended up just buying what my sister had.
Instead of doing this, I have a few pieces of advice to help you figure out if you should get a Nikon or Canon DSLR.
By following these quick tips, you can easily figure out which is a better fit for you.
I’m answering your questions in a video Q & A series. Today’s question is:
“I am in need of a new camera. I have narrowed it down to Nikon or Canon DSLR. Do you have any thoughts on either or both cameras? Any pros or cons on either brand?”
I have always used Canon because that is what type of SLR my Dad had. Love them!
My dad had a Canon SLR as well :) In fact, I have it now. Great camera!
I have always used Nikon because the interface was very easy for me to catch onto. However, I do like Canon as well. I’ve used Canon a couple of times and was very impressed with the image quality. I think Canon is definitely better on fashion photography and some portraiture. All together, both companies have impressive selections of cameras and equipment!
-Tia
Yes, they are both impressive with their cameras!
Well I shot Minolta years ago and now shoot Canon. Both are great but I lean towards the Canon.
You are right, they are both great brands :)
I chose Canon after my son brought a Canon bridge back from his around the world trip many years ago. I
‘looked after it’ for the best part of a year. I was hooked
Some time later after some serious saving, I went to look at a Canon EOS 1100 which was on offer. I refused it, the screen did not swing out. I need the mobile screen as I am not able to ‘get down’ or even ‘up’ for some photos. I was told that the EOS 1200 had the same offer and it had the screen I needed. The rest is history.
The instruction book was a little daunting to say the least, but having studied the basics, it was a case of ‘get down and stuck in’. Now two (or is it more) years on, I am still learning, but feel quite comfortable with it
I think the only improvements I could make to the camera will be to buy better lenses. The kit lenses do a good enough job, but there is always room for improvement.
That is wonderful!
It would have been nice to hear which model(s) of Nikon you use in this video. I’m thinking of upgrading my Nikon D5000 and not sure what to buy next.
Hey Sally, It’s hard for me to tell someone which model to buy next. I’m a huge believer that you shouldn’t upgrade until you know what you current camera can’t do that a new camera can do. Once you know what it is about your camera that you find restricting then you know exactly what to look for in a new camera. Combine that knowledge with your budget and you should be able to find your new camera no problem :)
Nikon is my preference, and I have been a Nikon user from the start. Their lenses are great and bodies solid. I started with a D90, then moved to D700 and now have a D800. I also shoot with an F6 as well as an FM2N, and can use all the old Nikon lenses on my newer bodies. I have attempted to use Canon before and the dials/buttons don’t seem as intuitive, and there is a plastic feel to the bodies and lenses I’ve handled. The colors are rich and true on my D800, auto white balance is very accurate, and the resolution is just right.
I have a Canon eos t3i rebel and I find it great. The only thing I find uncomfortable is the dial for filming (I think they solved this in the upgraded models)
I have been a Canon user for many many years and it is the brand I recommend to anyone who asks me. I did buy my wife a Nikon a couple of years ago and it is actually in my Lowepro bag. I do agree with you Courtney. All your suggestions are to the point and worth considering Thank you..
I have been pondering this exact question since I got my Nikon a few years back. There really is a Canon and a Nikon school isn’t there! I really like my Nikon D3300 but now I need to work with a lens with a lower aperture and I’m not sure if many are compatible with my camera? Any idea gratefully received!
Thanks
Katie
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A lot of people love either 50mm 1.8G or the 35mm 1.8 Have fun shopping :)