The Best DSLR Cameras under $3000
Nikon D750 FX
★ Top Choice
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From $1496.95
Features
- Pro Video feature set including: Simultaneously record uncompressed and compressed, Manually control ISO, shutter speed and aperture while recording—even use Power Aperture control for smooth iris transitions and Auto ISO for smooth exposure transitions.
- Full frame 243 megapixel CMOS image sensor and EXPEED 4 image processor.
- Compact, lightweight and slim unibody (monocoque) body design with tilting Vari angle LCD display.
- Built in Wi Fi connectivity and compatibility with the WT 5a + UT 1 Communication Unit.
- Full HD 60/50/30/25/24p video.
- Shoot up to 65 fps at full resolution Frame size (pixels) : 1920 x 1080.
Pros
- ⊕ 3-MP camera.
- ⊕ Full-frame, 24.
- ⊕ Lightweight body.
- ⊕ Lots of features.
- ⊕ Advantageous auto mode.
Cons
- ⊖ No 4K video.
- ⊖ No AF-On button.
- ⊖ Slow AF in Live View.
- ⊖ LCD isn't touch sensitive.
- ⊖ One os Nikon's older DSLRs.
Specs
- Movies: 1080p.
- Megapixels: 24.3MP.
- Maximum continuous shooting speed: 6.5fps.
- Sensor: Full-frame CMOS.
- Autofocus: 51-point AF, 15 cross-type.
- Screen type: 3.2-inch tilt-angle screen, 1,299,000 dots.
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Pentax K-1 Mark II
♥ Runner Up
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From $1539.05
Features
- Engine Accelerometer for reduced image noise, faster focusing and increased image sharpness.
- Hand Held Pixel Shift Resolution that allows 4 images to be complied into an superior image with increased color rendition and sharpness.
- Astro tracer extended exposure mode with reduced star trails.
- Magnesium Alloy, Weather Resistant body for every demanding situation.
- 36 MP AA filter less shake reduction sensor with APS C crop mode for compatibility with Pentax k mount lenses.
Pros
- ⊕ Rugged body.
- ⊕ GPS and Wi-Fi.
- ⊕ Weather-sealed.
- ⊕ Attractive price.
- ⊕ Clever extra features.
Cons
- ⊖ Video still limited.
- ⊖ Limited lens selection.
- ⊖ Outdated video toolset.
- ⊖ Omits UHS-II SD support.
- ⊖ Lackluster video features.
Specs
- Megapixels: 36MP.
- Movies: 1080p.
- Maximum continuous shooting speed: 4.4fps.
- Sensor: Full-frame.
- User level: Beginner/Enthusiast.
- Autofocus: 33 points, cross-type.
- Screen type: 3.2-inch tilting LCD, 1,037K dots.
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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Best for Pros and Enthusiasts
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From $2499
Features
- Superb Dual Pixel CMOS AF for responsive and smooth AF during video or Live View shooting; LCD monitor has full touch-screen interface, including selection of AF area.
- 4K Motion JPEG video (DCI cinema-type 4096 x 2160) at 30p or 24p; in- camera still frame grab** of 4K 8.8-Megapixel images; multiple video options include Full HD up to 60p, and HD up to 120p.
- 61 AF points with expanded vertical coverage with 41 cross-points, and AF possible at all 61 AF points with many lens + extender combinations effective at f/8.
- Excellent performance - up tp 7.0 fps*** continuous shooting speed with high-performance DIGIC 6+ Image Processor for improved speed and excellent image quality.
- New 30.4 Megapixel* full-frame CMOS sensor for versatile shooting in nearly any light, with ISO range 100-32000; expandable up to 50-102400 (equivalent ISO).
Pros
- ⊕ Rugged build.
- ⊕ Great Autofocus.
- ⊕ 30.4 megapixels.
- ⊕ Pro-grade build.
- ⊕ Massive ISO range.
Cons
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ No built-in flash.
- ⊖ Cropped 4K video.
- ⊖ LCD fixed in place.
- ⊖ Omits in-body flash.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Maximum continuous shooting speed: 7fps.
- Megapixels: 30.4MP.
- User level: Expert.
- Sensor: Full-frame CMOS.
- Autofocus: 61-point AF, 41 cross-type.
- Screen type: 3.2-inch touchscreen, 1,620,000 dots.
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Nikon D850
Best Overall
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From $2996.95
Features
- Tilting touchscreen, Focus Shift shooting mode, outstanding battery performance and much more; Total Pixels: 46.89 million.
- Nikon designed back side illuminated (BSI) full frame image sensor with no optical low pass filter.
- 4K Ultra HD video recording, slow motion up to 120 FPS at 1080p.
- Up to 9 fps1 continuous shooting at full resolution with full AF performance.
- 45.7 megapixels of extraordinary resolution, outstanding dynamic range and virtually no risk of moiré.
- 8K6 and 4K time lapse movies with new levels of sharpness and detail; File system : DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31, PictBridge.
Pros
- ⊕ 4K video.
- ⊕ Wide ISO range.
- ⊕ Dual card slots.
- ⊕ Superb AF system.
- ⊕ 8K timelapse mode.
Cons
- ⊖ Live view AF speed.
- ⊖ Getting a little old.
- ⊖ Omits built-in flash.
- ⊖ Slow Live View AF speed.
- ⊖ SnapBridge connectivity.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Maximum continuous shooting speed: 7fps.
- Resolution: 45.4MP.
- User level: Expert.
- Sensor: Full-frame CMOS.
- Autofocus: 153-point AF, 99 cross-type.
- Screen type: 3.2-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 2,359,000 dots.
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