Sony Alpha a6500

Manufacturer description: 
The Sony Alpha a6500 is a higher-end version of the company's a6300 mirrorless camera. The major additions are a new LSI that greatly improves AF and burst shooting performance, 5-axis image stabilization, and a touchscreen LCD with 'touchpad AF.' Sony claims autofocus speeds of 0.05 secs and a top burst rate of 11 fps (8 fps with C-AF) for up to 307 shots. The in-body IS system is CIPA-rated to five stops.

It retains the a6300's 24.2MP CMOS sensor (APS-C-size), Hybrid AF system, EVF, 4K video capture capability and weather-sealed magnesium-alloy body.


Our review
The Sony a6500 is an outstanding all-around camera. Image quality and 4K video quality are both exceptional and the camera's autofocus system also impresses. Well-suited for sports and action photography, the a6500 offers a deep buffer and burst speeds of both 8 and 11 fps with continuous autofocus. Just be aware that it can take some work to wrap one's head around its long list of capabilities, to get the most out of the camera.

Good for: Anyone wanting a tool that will let them take excellent images or 4K footage in a wide variety of circumstances.

Not so good for: Photographers wanting to effortlessly access all the camera's capabilities.


Key Feature

Body type
Body type Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor
Max resolution 6000 x 4000
Image ratio w:h 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels 24 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors 25 megapixels
Sensor size APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor type CMOS
Processor Bionz X
Image
ISO Auto, 100-25600 (expandable to 51200)
Boosted ISO (maximum) 51200
White balance presets 8
Image stabilization Sensor-shift
Image stabilization notes 5-axis
Uncompressed format RAW
JPEG quality levels Extra fine, fine, standard
Optics & Focus
Autofocus
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi-area
Center
Selective single-point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
Live View
Manual focus Yes
Number of focus points 425
Lens mount Sony E
Focal length multiplier 1.5×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD Tilting
Screen size 3″
Screen dots 921,600
Touch screen Yes
Screen type TFT LCD
Live view Yes
Viewfinder type Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.7×
Viewfinder resolution 2,359,296
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed 30 sec
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 sec
Aperture priority Yes
Shutter priority Yes
Manual exposure mode Yes
Built-in flash Yes
Flash range 6.00 m (at ISO 100)
External flash Yes (via hot shoe)
Flash modes Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless
Continuous drive 11.0 fps
Self-timer Yes
Metering modes
Multi
Center-weighted
Highlight-weighted
Spot
Exposure compensation ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing ±5 (3, 5 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing Yes (3 frames, H/L selectable)
Videography features
Format MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Modes
3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
1920 x 1080 @ 50i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 50i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 16 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 6 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 16 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1280 x 720 @ 25p / 6 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Mono
Storage
Storage types SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Connectivity
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI Yes (micro-HDMI)
Microphone port Yes
Headphone port No
Wireless Built-In
Wireless notes 802.11b/g/n + NFC
Remote control Yes (via smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed Yes
Battery Battery Pack
Battery description NP-FW50
Battery Life (CIPA) 350
Weight (inc. batteries) 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
Dimensions 120 x 67 x 53 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 2.09″)
Other features
Orientation sensor Yes
GPS None

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Sony Alpha a99 Mark II

Product Description
The Sony Alpha a99 Mark II is an 'SLT' camera which uses a semi-transparent mirror that splits light between the sensor and an AF module near the viewfinder, which differentiates it from a traditional DSLR. The a99 II features a full-frame 42MP BSI CMOS sensor, Hybrid AF system with 399 contrast detect and 79 cross-type hybrid points. The camera can shoot at 12 fps with continuous autofocus and 8 fps with live view and minimal EVF blackout, according to Sony. It can capture 4K video (UHD or Super 35) using the XAVC S codec with bit rates of up to 100Mbps. The a99 II offers both S-Log2 and S-Log3 gammas and can output 4:2:2 4K video over its HDMI port.

The rugged body is weather-sealed and has built-in 5-axis image stabilization (Sony claims a 4.5-stop reduction in shake.) It features a large, high resolution EVF as well as a tilting non-touchscreen LCD.

Our review
Even with its video and autofocus quirks, the a99 II manages to be the world's first all-rounder camera capable of both high-resolution and 12 fps burst shooting with AF. Its unique combination of features means that those who doubted SLT cameras should give the a99 II a closer look.

Good for: High resolution stills shooting in a wide array of situations. Shooters who want both an EVF and dependable battery life.


Key Features

Body type
Body type Mid-size SLR
Sensor
Max resolution 7952 x 5304
Image ratio w:h 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels 42 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors 44 megapixels
Sensor size Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm)
Sensor type BSI-CMOS
Processor Bionz X
Image
ISO Auto, 100-25600 (expandable to 50-102400)
Boosted ISO (minimum) 50
Boosted ISO (maximum) 102400
White balance presets 10
Custom white balance Yes (3 slots)
Image stabilization Sensor-shift
Image stabilization notes 5-axis for stills and video
Uncompressed format RAW
JPEG quality levels Extra fine, fine, normal
Optics & Focus
Autofocus
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi-area
Center
Selective single-point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
Live View
Manual focus Yes
Number of focus points 399
Lens mount Sony/Minolta Alpha
Focal length multiplier 1×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD Tilting
Screen size 3″
Screen dots 1,228,800
Touch screen No
Screen type WhiteMagic TFT LCD
Live view Yes
Viewfinder type Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.78×
Viewfinder resolution 2,359,296
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed 30 sec
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 sec
Aperture priority Yes
Shutter priority Yes
Manual exposure mode Yes
Subject / scene modes No
Built-in flash No
External flash Yes (via hot shoe or flash sync port)
Flash modes Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless
Continuous drive 12.0 fps
Self-timer Yes (2, 5, 10 secs)
Metering modes
Multi
Center-weighted
Highlight-weighted
Spot
Exposure compensation ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing ±5 (3, 5 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing Yes (3 frames)
Videography features
Format MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Modes
3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 50i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 16 Mbps, AVCHD, MP4, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Mono
Storage
Storage types Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC[UHS I]/MS Duo slots
Connectivity
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI Yes (micro-HDMI)
Microphone port Yes
Headphone port Yes
Wireless Built-In
Wireless notes 802.11/b/g/n with NFC
Remote control Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed Yes
Battery description NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 490
Weight (inc. batteries) 849 g (1.87 lb / 29.95 oz)
Dimensions 143 x 104 x 76 mm (5.63 x 4.09 x 2.99″)
Other features
Orientation sensor Yes
GPS None

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Sony Alpha a68 DSLR camera

Product Description & Key Features


Category: Entry level +
Megapixels: 24.2
Sensor size: 366 sq. mm
What we like: Great autofocus and fast shooting speeds for an entry-level DSLR.
What we don’t: Build quality could be better.

Sony is best known for its mirrorless cameras and premium point-and-shoots, but its current DSLR offerings are nothing to scoff at. Case in point: the Sony Alpha a68 is very competitive at the entry-level end of the DSLR spectrum. This camera features an advanced autofocus system that performs extremely well for action photography, along with built-in image stabilization to help offset camera shake. Along with a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor, the Alpha a68 is an intriguing competitor to popular DSLRs like the Nikon D5500 and Canon Rebel T6i.

Two notable shortcomings of the a68 are its mostly plastic build and lack of lens options. Durability isn’t a strong point of entry-level DSLRs in general, and the a68 is no exception despite the rather hefty 24.6-ounce weight (the D5500 and T6i are considerably lighter). And unlike stalwarts Canon and Nikon, Sony doesn’t have nearly the same depth or quality of lens offerings for its DSLRs. But for those who value shooting speed and accuracy but don’t want to spend up for a semi-pro model,

Wide area 79-point Phase Detection “4D Focus” AF system, 24.2MP APS-C sensor for astonishing image quality with fine details, 8fps continuous shooting3 with AF to capture the decisive moment
SteadyShot INSIDE In-body image stabilization for every A-mount lens, Full HD XAVC S movie recording 30p/24p up to 50Mbps, OLED Tru-Finder (0.39” ) with 100% frame coverage
Large 2.7” tillable, 460K dot LCD screen, Up to ISO 25,600 for clean low light images with low noise, Top display, front and rear control dials, 10 customizable button, Clean Full HD Movie output via HDMI

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Ricoh's Pentax KP Camera

Product Details
Ricoh's Pentax KP features a new 24MP APS-C sensor with a top ISO of 819200 and an electronic shutter that can reach 1/24000 sec. It's the first Pentax camera to offer 'Shake Reduction II' 5-axis in-body image stabilization, which can reduce shake by up to 5 stops with nearly any lens you attach. The SAFOX 11 autofocus system features 27 points, 25 of which are cross-type.

The compact body is weather-sealed and functions at tempatures down to -10C/+14F. The camera has replaceable grips, making it comfortable to hold for nearly everyone. Keeping with Pentax tradition, the KP has a pentaprism optical viewfinder with 100% coverage and a 0.95x (0.63x equiv.) magnification. A tilting 3" touchscreen LCD is also available.

The KP can shoot continuously at up to 7 fps and can capture video at up to 1080/60i (a 30p option is available for those who want to avoid interlacing). As one would expect, Wi-Fi is built-in. The camera uses the familiar D-LI109 battery and can take up to 390 shots per charge.


Key Features
Body type
Body type Mid-size SLR
Sensor
Max resolution 6016 x 4000
Other resolutions 4608 x 3072, 3072 x 2048, 1920 x 1280
Image ratio w:h 3:2
Effective pixels 24 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors 25 megapixels
Sensor size APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor type CMOS
Processor PRIME IV
Image
ISO Auto, 100-819200
White balance presets 9
Custom white balance Yes (3 slots)
Image stabilization Sensor-shift
Image stabilization notes 5-axis, up to 5 stops
Uncompressed format RAW
JPEG quality levels Best, better, good
Optics & Focus
Autofocus
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Multi-area
Center
Selective single-point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
Live View
Manual focus Yes
Number of focus points 27
Lens mount Pentax KAF2
Focal length multiplier 1.5×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD Tilting
Screen size 3″
Screen dots 921,000
Touch screen No
Screen type TFT LCD
Live view Yes
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.95×
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed 30 sec
Maximum shutter speed 1/6000 sec
Maximum shutter speed (electronic) 1/24000 sec
Aperture priority Yes
Shutter priority Yes
Manual exposure mode Yes
Built-in flash Yes
Flash range 6.00 m (at ISO 100)
External flash Yes (via hot shoe)
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless
Continuous drive 7.0 fps
Self-timer Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Metering modes
Multi
Center-weighted
Spot
Exposure compensation ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing ±5 (2, 3, 5 frames )
WB Bracketing Yes
Videography features
Format MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Mono
Storage
Storage types SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported)
Connectivity
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI No (requires SlimPort adapter)
Microphone port Yes
Headphone port No
Wireless Built-In
Wireless notes 802.11 b/g/n
Remote control Yes (via remote cable or smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed Yes
Battery Battery Pack
Battery description D-LI109 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 390
Weight (inc. batteries) 703 g (1.55 lb / 24.80 oz)
Dimensions 132 x 101 x 76 mm (5.2 x 3.98 x 2.99″)
Other features
Orientation sensor Yes
Timelapse recording Yes
GPS Optional
GPS notes O-GPS1

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Pentax K-70 DSLR camera

Product Description
Pentax doesn’t have the brand recognition of Canon or Nikon, but its DSLRs are competitive pretty much across the board. In addition to the weather sealing that Pentax is known for (you’ll have to spend considerably more to get weather sealing from other companies) the K-70 is a very solid mid-range digital SLR. You get in-body image stabilization, which the Canon T6i and Nikon D5500 both lack, along with impressive low light performance and customizable twin dials that allow for easy manual operation.

What are the downsides of the K-70? First and foremost, the lens offerings from Pentax are much more limited that Canon or Nikon. The weather sealing also adds weight to the camera making it relatively heavy, and you don’t get touchscreen functionality (the T6i and D5500 both have touchscreens). All in all, we think it’s a very close call between the leading mid-range cameras and Pentax is right in the mix. For an even cheaper weather-sealed DSLR, see the Pentax KS-2.

Key Features
Pentax K-70 DSLR camera
Category: Entry level +
Megapixels: 24.24
Sensor size: 366 sq. mm
What we like: Impressive resolution and weather sealing.
What we don’t: Heavy and limited lens options.
24.24 effective megapixel, APS-C AA filter-less CMOS sensor with ISO from 100-204800
Dustproof and weather-resistant with In-body “SR” shake reduction mechanism
Vary-angle LCD monitor with Night vision red light LCD display
Built-in Wi-Fi for use with Image Sync app
Pixel Shift Resolution with Motion Correction AA Filter Simulator: Moré reduction using "SR" unit and Pixel Shift Resolution with Motion Correction

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Nikon D5500 Camera

Product Description
Moving down from the semi-pro category to entry level are the biggest sellers on the market. Our favorite entry-level DSLR is the Nikon D5500, which has been called an “advanced beginner” model and rightfully so. Compared to true entry-level DSLRs like the Nikon D3300 below, you get a number of nice features like a tilting touchscreen for navigation, built-in Wi-Fi, and perhaps most importantly, better autofocus. We like both cameras and there aren’t major differences in terms of image quality, so the choice mostly comes down to whether you value the extra bells and whistles. Perhaps the best comparison for the D5500 is to the Canon Rebel T6i, which shoots better video but is not quite as good for stills.

Key Features
Nikon D5500 Camera
Category: Entry level +
Megapixels: 24.2
Sensor size: 366 sq. mm
What we like: A nice feature set.
What we don’t: On the pricey side.
Lenses: Best Lenses for Nikon D5500
24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter (OLPF)
39-point Autofocus (AF) system
5 frames per second continuous shooting
ISO 100 - 25,600
High resolution, vari-angle LCD with familiar, smartphone-like touchscreen for easy use
1080/60p HD video capabilities allow for capture of fast-moving subjects or creating slow motion effects
Built-in Wi-Fi and smartphone compatibility for instant sharing

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Nikon D3400 DSLR camera

Product Description
When people are just getting into photography and ask which DSLR they should buy, we often recommend Nikon’s D3000 series. These entry-level cameras offer solid image and video quality, are easy to use, and relatively inexpensive for what you get. Down the road you may want to upgrade to an enthusiast or full-frame camera, but a DSLR like the Nikon D3400 is a terrific starting point.

The Nikon D3400 was new for last year with only minor updates over its popular predecessor: the D3300. The image sensor, processor, and autofocus are the same, but the D3400 has Bluetooth connectivity and a much-improved battery life at the sacrifice of the flash. Both cameras currently are the same price at $497 with an 18-55mm kit lens. If you plan on using your flash frequently, grab the older D3300. Otherwise, we appreciate the extended battery of the D3400.



Key Features

Nikon D3400 DSLR camera
Category: Entry level
Megapixels: 24.2
Sensor size: 357 sq. mm
What we like: Good image and video quality and a great value.
What we don’t: Inferior flash.
Lenses: Best Lenses for Nikon D3300
SnapBridge Bluetooth Connectivity
24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
EXPEED 4 Image Processor
No Optical Low-Pass Filter
Native ISO 100-25600; 5 fps Shooting

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Nikon D500 DSLR camera

Product Description
We neglected to include the ultra-pricey, full-frame Nikon D5 on this list, which costs around $6,500 and is designed specifically for professional action shooters. However, you can get similar speed and functionality in a much less expensive package with the new D500. This is Nikon’s fastest DX camera ever and shoots a whopping 10 frames per second, making it an intriguing option for sports and wildlife. The D500 even has the same advanced autofocus as the full-frame Nikon D5 and shoots 4K video (Nikon’s first crop sensor camera to do so). The major downside is the price: at $2,000 for the camera body, you’re at the same level as the full-frame Nikon D750 and have well exceeded the Canon 6D. Unless action photography is your highest priority or you already have a collection of DX lenses, we would give the nod to those cameras. But the Nikon D500 fills a niche for action shooters who don’t mind the smaller sensor.

Key Features
Nikon D500 DSLR camera
Category: Enthusiast
Megapixels: 20.9
Sensor size: 369 sq. mm
What we like: Blazing fast speed and 4K video
What we don’t: Very pricey for a crop sensor camera.
Lenses: Best Lenses for Nikon D500
20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
EXPEED 5 Image Processor
3.2" 2,539k-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps
Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System
Native ISO 51200, Extend to ISO 1640000
10 fps Shooting for Up to 200 Frames
Built-In Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC
180k-Pixel RGB Sensor and Group Area AF
In-Camera Time Lapse, Up to 9999 Frames
Supplied With: EN-EL15

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Nikon D7200 Camera

Product Description
One of our favorite DSLRs in the past few years is the Nikon D7100, which was introduced way back in February 2013. The D7200 isn't a radical upgrade by any means, yet it still adds some important features, most notably a larger buffer, improved autofocus performance in low light, 60p video, Wi-Fi with NFC, and 15% better battery life.

The D7200 is Nikon's high-end APS-C camera, and is the only DX format camera in the company's current lineup to support autofocus on screw drive lenses. It finds itself in the same class as the Canon EOS 7D Mark II, Pentax K-3, and Sony SLT-A77 II DSLRs as well as the Fujifilm X-T1, Olympus OM-D E-M5 II, Samsung NX1, and Sony Alpha 7 II mirrorless cameras. In other words, it's a very crowded field.
One of the most important features on the D7200 is its improved AF system. Nikon has updated the D7200 to its Multi-CAM 3500DX II system, which still offers 51 AF points (the central 15 of which are cross-type), but now all of those points are sensitive to -3EV, while the D7100's were limited to -2EV.

The most obvious improvement in the D7200 compared to the D7100 will be noticed by anyone who shoots continuously. The buffer size on the D7100 was tiny and filled up almost instantly, which not only affected burst shooting but bracketing as well. You can now fire away with the D7200 for up to 18 14-bit lossless compressed, 27 12-bit compressed Raws, or 100+ JPEGs. The maximum burst rate remains the same: 6 fps at full size and 7 fps in 1.3x crop mode.

The D7200 can now extend its ISO higher than on its predecessor, but with a catch. Seeing how little color detail would be left at ISO 51,200 and 102,400, Nikon has chosen to make those two sensitivities black and white only.

Nikon D7200 key features

24.2MP CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter
Multi-CAM 3500DX II 51-point AF system, all sensitive to -3EV
2,016-pixel RGB metering sensor, used for 3D subject tracking in AF-C
ISO 100-25,600, with ISO 51,200 and 102,400 black and white modes
6 fps continuous shooting (7 fps in 1.3x crop mode) with increased buffer depth
1/8000 sec maximum shutter speed
3.2", 1.2M dot RGBW LCD display
1080/60p video (1.3x crop only) with clean output over HDMI and Flat Picture Control
Dual SD card slots
Wi-Fi with NFC
Magnesium alloy weather-sealed body

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Nikon D810 Camera

Product Description

The D810 is Nikon’s leading DSLR and the whole package in terms of image quality, video quality, and features. You get a powerful 36.3-megapixel full-frame image sensor, a speedy processor, and superb low light performance for professional-level photos even in the toughest of conditions. For an extended period we had the D810 as the top DSLR on the market—it offers nearly 6 more megapixels than the Canon 5D Mark V below—but the release of 5DS R has bumped it down a notch. It will be interesting to see if Nikon releases an updated version this year—the D810 is two years old and counting and a lot has changed since. But taking the megapixel arms race out of the equation, the D810 is a fantastic full-frame DSLR that you’ll often see in the hands of top professionals, and for good reason.

Key Features

Nikon D810 Camera

Category: Full frame

Megapixels: 36.3

Sensor size: 861 sq. mm

What we like: Nikon’s best pro DSLR.

What we don’t: Lower resolution than the 5DS R above.

Lenses: Best Lenses for Nikon D810

36.3 MP FX-format CMOS sensor without an Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF)

30% faster EXPEED 4 image processing engine

51-point AF system and 3D Color Matrix metering III with a 91,000-pixel RGB sensor

ISO 64-12,800 expandable to 51,200

Featuring a new RAW Small Size option, which produces 16MP images with much smaller file sizes

Professional video and audio capabilities

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85

Product Description
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 is an SLR-style mid-range mirrorless camera. It features 4K video capture, 2nd-generation 5-axis image stabilization and a 16MP Four Thirds sensor with no optical low pass filter. It is also sold as the Panasonic G80, G81 and G8, depending on the market.


Though Panasonic has not come outright and said it, the G85 is the successor to the G7. More a refinement than something new entirely, both cameras share seemingly identical bodies and offer twin control dials, plenty of customizable buttons and fully articulating touch interfaces.

But the G85 is rather more grand: it's weather-sealed with a magnesium alloy front plate, and offers a new electromagnetic shutter to combat shutter shock, an upgraded electronic viewfinder and 5-axis in-camera IS.

Like the Panasonic GX85, the G85 uses a 16MP chip with no anti-aliasing filter. We found image quality from the GX85 to be slightly improved over that of past Panasonic cameras using the same 16MP chip with AA filters (like the G7).

The G85 also uses the same redesigned shutter mechanism as the GX85, which we found to effectively mitigate shutter shock, an issue that affected the Panasonic G7







Key Features

16MP Four Thirds MOS sensor w/o optical low pass filter
5-axis image stabilization with Dual I.S. 2
Splash/dust-proof body
Depth from Defocus AF
2.36M-dot OLED EVF
3-inch 1.04M-dot fully-articulating touchscreen LCD
4K video / photo
Focus stacking and post focus

Pricing and availability

The Panasonic G85 will be available in the US for $899 body only and $999 with 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Power O.I.S. kit lens.

Accessories

The optional DMW-BGG1 vertical battery grip adds an additional shutter release and improved ergonomics, as well as room for a second battery, effectively doubling shooting time.

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Hasselblad X1D

Product description

The Hasselblad X1D is a compact mirrorless medium-format camera. It uses a 50MP CMOS sensor (43.8 x 32.9mm), which the company says captures 14 stops of dynamic range. The camera offers a top ISO of 25600, an x-sync speed of 1/2000 sec and burst shooting at around 2 fps. Photos can be composed on a 3" touchscreen LCD or an electronic viewfinder with 2.36M dots. The X1D has dual SD memory card slots, audio in/out jacks, Wi-Fi and GPS, and USB 3.0. Video can be captured at 1080/25p. The camera supports Hasselblad's new XCD lenses and can use H-mount lenses via an adapter.






Key Features
Body type
Body type Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor
Max resolution 8272 x 6200
Image ratio w:h 1:1, 4:3
Effective pixels 51 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors 53 megapixels
Sensor size Medium format (44 x 33 mm)
Sensor type CMOS
Image
Custom white balance Yes
Image stabilization No
Uncompressed format RAW
Optics & Focus
Autofocus
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Multi-area
Center
Selective single-point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
Live View
Manual focus Yes
Lens mount Hasselblad X
Focal length multiplier 0.79×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD Fixed
Screen size 3″
Screen dots 920,000
Touch screen Yes
Screen type TFT LCD
Live view Yes
Viewfinder type Electronic

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Fujifilm X100F DSLR

Short Description
The Fujifilm X100F is the company's fourth-generation fixed lens camera with an APS-C sensor. It retains the same rangerfinder design of its predecessors, but adds an AF point joystick as well as an ISO dial on the top plate. The 35mm equiv. F2 lens is unchanged, as is the unique hybrid viewfinder and fixed 3" LCD. Inside, the camera has a new 24.3MP CMOS sensor along with an updated image processor. The ACROS film simulation mode is new, as is an electronic shutter that tops out at 1/32000 sec. As one would expect, Wi-Fi is a standard feature.






Key Features
Body type
Body type Large sensor compact
Sensor
Max resolution 6000 x 4000
Image ratio w:h 1:1, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels 24 megapixels
Sensor size APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor type CMOS
Processor X-Processor Pro
Image
ISO Auto, 200-12800 (expands to 100-51200)
Boosted ISO (minimum) 100
Boosted ISO (maximum) 51200
White balance presets 7
Custom white balance Yes
Image stabilization No
Uncompressed format RAW
JPEG quality levels Fine, Normal
Optics & Focus
Focal length (equiv.) 35 mm
Maximum aperture F2–16
Autofocus
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi-area
Center
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
Live View
Digital zoom Yes (Digital Tele-Converter: 50mm, 70mm)
Manual focus Yes
Normal focus range 10 cm (3.94″)
Number of focus points 325
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD Fixed
Screen size 3″

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