Reader that you are still a novice in photography, you are a beginner, you who started now in this fantastic world and still have many doubts: this article is dedicated to you. We have created this didactic guide on camera classification so that you can have a broader view and be able to find yourself in this wonderful world of photography.
Today we will only talk about the classification of the cameras and we will talk about those toys that you will surely have to choose at one time or another.
- I’ll talk a lot about Nikon because I have one and I know the brand better.
- But I know canon has respective models as good as the Japanese manufacturer.
- So don’t think there’s only Nikon in the world or that it’s the best of all aspects.
The first division we will make and discuss in the camera classification are digital cameras and SLRs.
Digital cameras are the most common and common because they are easy to use and cost less than R$600, are they the cheapest ?, perhaps the reason they are in all houses. They have a lot of settings (and a lot of perfumery) and everyone wants the one with the most megapixels. Sony practically dominates this category in camera classification, although brands like GE and Miragem have taken up some space in recent years (it’s not good, in fact, they come from these brands).
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My opinion on compact cameras
It is good to have a compact always at your fingertips, they are good for photographing and training framing, light, the rule of thirds in our daily life, they are excellent companions to record important moments and because they are compact can be transported anywhere. pocket, besides, as the sage said, does not require practice or skill ??
Target audience: fans in general
See how complicated the situation is: thanks to the high cost of DSLR cameras, many users tend to leave this option behind, but they don’t settle for simple compact cameras. Then what to do?
“Prosumdor is a term originating in English that comes from the combination of producer (consumer) consumer (consumer) or professional (professional) consumer (consumer). (?) (In the field of technology), the term is used to describe products that, although sold to the end consumer, are intended for advanced users. As a result, it is a customer segment focused on advanced technology products with more resources than are available for the rest of the mass market. ?[Wikipedia].
The most notable feature of this compact digital camera rating is on the sensor: generally adopt sensors of the order of 1 / 1. 6 ?, 1 / 1. 7?Or 1/1. 8?, unlike standard compacts 1/2. 5?
Instead of small dimensions like those found in traditional compacts, prosommers generally use larger sensors and, although the size differences are not as large, they are sufficient for the production of photos with better overall quality (even if they are compact cameras).
Aperture is another very interesting factor in the models of this camera classification. The apertures of f / 2. 0 and even f / 1. 4 as in the case of the Lumix Lx7 allow greater flexibility in situations where lighting is scarce. Combining a large aperture, a moderate ISO range (200, 400 or more) with a good time to pose, the photos are sharp, clear and of excellent quality.
Focal length (commonly known as zoom) is another important factor to consider: while 10x or 12x optical zoom can be discarded, the same is not true for photos taken in panoramic mode. For example: the Lumix Lx3 5. 1 mm is enough to help capture all the elements of a scene.
There is also a wide range of semi-manual configurations and a lot of accessories, such as shoes to fix an external flash. The physical construction and materials used in these models are superior, just look at the Canon G12 which is made of a sturdy aluminum alloy and has a rubber-coated handle. Note that the classification of digital cameras has two sublevels: compact and prosumer.
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My opinion on prosommators
If you have money and are not satisfied with a simple compact, buy a Prosume. Abandon superzooms or SLRs and live happily ever after in the compact and convenient world of small and powerful advanced digital devices.
Target audience: more advanced fans already accustomed to manual controls
So-called superzooms (which sellers mistakenly call semi-professional, professional or something worthwhile) range from average prices to high values, from about R$699. 00 to R$2500. 00 and have more
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My review of SuperZoom
Superzooms achieve their goal: zoom in. They have a few more settings than compact ones and can be a good purchase if you don’t have the money for a DSLR, but you don’t want to be limited by the basic configurations of the compacts.
Target audience: fans who want/need a little more zoom or controls that don’t exist in fingerprints, easy-to-access buttons, etc.
This is a relatively new segment. Nikon launched Nikon 1 in 2011 and it was not until 2012 that Canon decided to enter the market with the EOS M, becoming the last of the largest manufacturers to launch a mirrorless model. Sony was established and was one of the pioneers of mirrorless manufacturing. The models. NEX are a commercial success that grows every year.
Does the term MirrorLess mean, no mirror? (mirror?mirror and without?little / no) and are digital compacts that allow you to change your lenses without the need for a set of mirrors like SLRs, thus becoming a common ground in the classification of the camera between superzooms and DSLR. The market is increasingly controversial as we show in the text Which is better without a mirror?
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My opinion on mirrorless cameras
I don’t particularly like half a quarter. Mirrorless cameras end with the best of both worlds, but they also inherit the worst of both worlds: big, expensive, fragile?Within the camera rating, hybrid devices are a new segment and have not yet been established.
Target audience: More advanced fans with some photographic knowledge.
SLR (Single Lens Reflex) is characterized by interchangeable lenses, that is, interchangeable lenses, a set of internal mirrors and a photographic film. Perhaps you have already seen the abbreviation DSLR which is nothing more than Digital Single Lens Reflex: a DSLR with LCD screen, memory card and CCD or CMOS SENSOR, which happens with film. A naturally digital evolution of LRS.
They have several manual controls that allow you to adjust the image freely using functions such as white balance, aperture, shutter speed, exposure, among other customizations. The dominant brands are Canon and Nikon (Sony has its SLT system?S? Other) and can be found in the following camera classification:
This category includes the most basic DSLR models, indicated mainly for those new to the world of photography, are equipment that can be found by values between R$ 1,500 and R$ 2,500 and that are compatible with many of the objectives of their manufacturers and accessories.
What I mean is that if you buy a D3100 equipped with an 18-55mm, you can use the 18-55mm on a D90 or D3s as well as other accessories. It should be mentioned here that the sensors used in the DLSR Entry are DX type, i. e. trimmed. Two recent Nikon models in this category of cameras are the D3300 and D5300 and, in the case of Canon, the T6i, T6, T5i and T5 series.
Target audience: Novice photography enthusiasts who know how to use manual controls and who want to take photos as a hobby.
Here the monsters in the photo begin to appear. These are models that can be used professionally safely, as they won’t let you down. They have a higher resolution, are stronger and faster. The price of these children ranges from R$3,000 to R$8,000 easy.
In this category the sensors used are also of type DX and nikon models of this category are the D7200, D90, D500, etc. In the case of Canon, we have the 80D, 7D, 7D Mark II and etc.
Target audience: beginners and users looking for a certain equipment that incoming DSLRs do not offer.
Needless to say, these are the goddesses of photography, the top of the camera’s food chain. They are weather resistant (but do not get into the river or sea or eat dust), have phenomenal image quality, have a frightening click, are heavy and with controls that confuse the profane.
The price of one of them is stratospheric and can exceed the line of R $ 15,000 (without the lens!). The sensors used in professional DSLR calls are FX or FullFrame and The Nikon examples are D610, D810, D3X, D4 and D4s. Examples at Canon include 5D Mark IV, 5DS, 1D X Mark II and 6D
Target audience: Photography professionals in large format photo essays for marketing, fashion, wedding, events, architecture or design companies.
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Does the term Full Frame mean that the digital sensor is the same size as a 35 mm film and that Nikon is known by the acronym FX?There are other acronyms you need to know. The positive aspects are: less noise in photos, especially with high ISO, wider angle in lenses, better quality, sharpness, etc.
Forget?. you’ll only see one in photos, on the net or in an exhibition. This classification of medium format cameras goes a little beyond our daily lives, so we only cite some data for you to know these beasts.
They are so expensive that some photographers only rent them for a day or two, they are cameras that have absurd resolutions and their photos are used in magazines like Vogue, fashion magazines and marketing campaigns.
In this category, the most traditional brands are Hasselblad and Mamiya, they use adapted films or sensors (since some are old), but there are already digitally manufactured models, can they arrive?$20, 000 (and look at it in dollars, eh!).
Target audience: advertising and marketing professionals
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My review of DSLR
They are not cheap, light or small, but the configuration and image quality deserve the rest. It’s a camera ranking for those who really want to learn how to photograph or for those who want to put into practice what they already know. If you have the money, the willpower and the will, the SLRs are worth it.
The Large Format, widely used in landscapes, is very specific: they need a special film, a special laboratory and a special photographer (laughs again). You won’t wear any, but it’s engraved out of curiosity.
Other cameras
People really liked the effects of instagram, that look of the 70s, there is a specific camera for lamography, a technique that leaves enough light to create this effect in photos, use movies and the best known belong to the brands Diana and Holga.
There may be even more types of cameras, but if we all talked about them, this article would never end. I hope I’ve helped anyone who has doubts about camera models, their divisions, their prices and their details. Any additional questions comment or write to us.
It would be interesting if it took a few minutes to write about how Canon and Nikon cameras are classified according to the guide in this article.
Expect more articles with articles that will explain the details of the photographic world a little. We hope to have clarified or guided this article on camera classification so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.
Cameras are like puzzles: you can assemble and reassemble with the myriad of accessories and equipment that exist, just look at the parnafernalha of a studio photographer Have you seen the variety of lenses that exist?
Photography is a profession, but it can also be a very expensive pastime, small photographic equipment can start at R$100. 00 and others, like lenses, can cost the price of a camera case, so it’s critical that you know and decide on what. segment of the photographic world where you want to stay so you don’t have any surprises afterwards.
After all, the camera can help a photographer, but a camera without a dedicated photographer, who loves what he does and has a passion for photography, is any camera.