Holiday season is approaching and you probably are looking to upgrade your existing camera to brand new DSLR camera? You don't have to spend thousands of dollars to own a decent and brand new camera (well you can actually spend if you are a professional photographer).
I believe you wont be surprised to learn that there are just two major players in DSLR market, and I'm speaking of Canon and Nikon. Since I'm a proud owner of Canon camera I can recommend only Canon. But seriously speaking both are great cameras. If you are just starting into DSLR world - take some cheaper model under $500 no matter is it Canon or Nikon. You will love both of them.
In this article you will find 15 best selling DSLR cameras on Amazon in late 2015.
Update: I have created article on Best digital SLR cameras of 2016 for beginners
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Canon EOS Rebel T5 EF-S 18-55mm IS II Digital SLR Kit
This is the camera I actually own, much of the photos I have taken are made exclusively with this camera. Read my first impressions of Canon Rebel 5.
Perfect for families, budding photo enthusiasts and first-time SLR users alike, the EOS Rebel T5 makes it easy to capture movies and photos that are nothing short of dazzling. It features a powerful 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) image sensor and Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor for easy recording of HD video and high-resolution photos and has a huge 3.0-inch LCD screen for Live View recording and review. With a 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system, an expanded ISO range for outstanding operation in less-than-perfect light, shooting modes like Scene Intelligent Auto to take the guesswork out of complex shots plus creative options like Canon's Basic+ function and Creative Auto, the EOS Rebel T5 is ready for anything. With a helpful Feature Guide, rugged, lightweight construction and proven Canon design, the EOS Rebel T5 makes EOS SLR photography faster and easier than ever!
- 18 megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor with DIGIC 4 image processor
- EF-S 18-55mm IS II standard zoom lens expands picture-taking possibilities
- 3-inch LCD TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor for easy viewing and sharing
- EOS 1080p full HD movie mode helps you capture brilliant results
- Features include continuous shooting up to 3fps, Scene Intelligent Auto mode, creative filers, built-in flash and feature guide
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Nikon D3300 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with Auto Focus-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II Zoom Lens (Black)
Capture every special moment in the lifelike quality it deserves—and have a great time doing it! With its included zoom lens, the new ultra-compact AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II, the D3300 is a small, easy to use HD-SLR. Capture beautiful 24.2-MP photos and 1080p Full HD videos with vibrant colors and softly blurred backgrounds, then share them instantly with your compatible smartphone and the optional WU-1a Wireless Adapter. Whether you're creating high-resolution panoramas, adding fun special effects or recording dazzling HD video with sound, the D3300 will bring you endless joy, excitement and memories—just like the special moments of your life.
- 24.2 MP CMOS DX-format sensor
- 5 frames per second continuous shooting
- 11 AF points with 3D tracking
- ISO 100-12800 (expandable to 25600)
- 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps) HD video (MPEG-4/H.264/MOV)
- 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots
- Expeed 4 processing
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Nikon D3200 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm and 55-200mm Non-VR DX Zoom Lenses Bundle
Don’t let the Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm and 55-200mm DX Lenses compact size and price fool you—packed inside this easy to use HD-SLR is serious Nikon power: a 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor that excels in any light, EXPEED 3 image-processing for fast operation and creative in-camera effects, Full HD (1080p) movie recording, in-camera tutorials and much more. What does this mean for you? Simply stunning photos and videos in any setting. And now, with Nikon’s optional Wireless Mobile Adapter, you can share those masterpieces instantly with your Smartphone or tablet easily!
- 24MP CMOS DX-format sensor
- 4 frames per second continuous shooting
- 11 AF points (with 3D tracking)
- ISO 100-6400 (plus ISO 12,800-equivalent Hi1 setting)
- Full HD 1080p video
- 3.0 inch LCD with 920,000 dots
- Expeed 3 processing
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Fujifilm FinePix S8600 / S8630 Digital Camera - 16 Megapixel, 36X Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Certified Refurbished)
The FinePix S8630 bridge camera features a powerful 36x FUJINON zoom lens, a high-quality 16MP sensor and a host of creative features wrapped up in a pocket-friendly body. The S8630's newly developed three-step collapsible lens automatically retracts when not in use to leave a seriously compact body. A highly versatile lens means you're covered whether the subject is wide-angle landscapes or highly magnified action. The S8630 even has a Super Macro. Backing the lens up at every turn is FUJIFILM's sensor-shift Optical Image Stabilization system to combat any trace of blur in pictures. The S6830 also boasts autofocus times up to 0.4 second, a start-up time of 1.7 seconds and a shooting interval of just 1.3 seconds for rapid-fire, responsive and hassle-free photography. Fans of shooting video won't be disappointed. HD movies can be recorded at 720p in cinematic widescreen and then shared with friends and family on the big screen using the camera's built-in miniHDMI connector. FUJIFILM Black FinePix S8630 Digital Camera: 16 megapixel resolution with high-quality still images and video recordingsFeaturing Auto, Standard and Panorama Effects with 720p HD Movie Recording, Face Detection Technology, Optical Image Stabilization FUJINON 4.5-162mm zoom lens with 36x optical/2x digital zoomEquivalent to a 25-900mm lens on an analog camera with TTL Contrast, Single AF, Continuous AF, Glass Lens 3.0" TFT LCD screenFeaturing Brightness Adjustment, Graphical User Interface, color TFT LCD screen Built-in flash with Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Auto On/Off and Slow-Sync Flash Additional Features: 1 SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot (memory card not included) ISO Modes: Auto, 6400, 3200, 1600, 800, 400, 200, 100 File Formats Supported: EXIF, Motion JPEG, JPEG, DPOF, DCF, AVI 4.8" x 3.2" x 2.7"; 15.9 oz Compatibility and Warranty: Compatible with PC or Mac
- Built-in flash with Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Auto On/Off and Slow-Sync Flash
- FUJINON 4.5-162mm zoom lens with 36x optical zoom Equivalent to a 25-900mm lens on an analog camera with TTL Contrast, Single AF, Continuous AF, Glass Lens
- 3.0" TFT LCD screen with image editing features Featuring easy-to-read menu system, color TFT LCD screen
- This Certified Refurbished product is manufacturer refurbished, shows limited or no wear
- 16 megapixel resolution with high-quality still images and video recordings Featuring Scene Modes, 720p HD Movie Recording, Optical Image Stabilization and Face Detection
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Canon EOS Rebel T5 Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm IS II + EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Bundle
- 18 megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor with DIGIC 4 image processor
- 3-inch LCD TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor for easy viewing and sharing
- EOS 1080p full HD movie mode helps you capture brilliant results
- Features include continuous shooting up to 3fps, Scene Intelligent Auto mode, creative filers, built-in flash and feature guide
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Canon EOS Rebel T5i Digital SLR with 18-55mm STM Lens
The EOS Rebel T5i features Canon's amazing 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor. Perfect for enlargements or for cropping detailed portions of the composition, the camera's sensor captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range. This first-class sensor features many of the same technologies used by professional Canon cameras to maximize each pixel's light-gathering efficiency and has center pixels that aid in the EOS Rebel T5i's accurate AF performance. This APS-C size sensor creates an effective 1.6x field of view (compared to 35mm format).
- 18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- 5 FPS continuous shooting
- 9 point AF system, all cross type
- ISO 100-12800 (expandable to 25600)
- 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps) and 720 (60, 50 fps) HD video (29min limit, H.264 format)
- 3" articulating touch panel LCD screen with 1,040,000 dots
- Movie Servo AF for continuous focus tracking of moving subjects
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Canon EOS Rebel T3i Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens
- Released on February 6, 2011
- 18MP APS-C CMOS sensor, 9-point AF system
- 3.7 frames per second continuous shooting
- ISO 100-6400 expandable to 12800
- 1080p HD video recording with manual controls
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III 22.3 MP Full Frame CMOS with 1080p Full-HD Video Mode Digital SLR Camera (Body)
The Canon 5260B002 EOS 5D Mark III 22.3MP Digital SLR Camera Body (lens required and sold separately) with supercharged EOS performance and full frame, high-resolution image capture is designed to perform. Special optical technologies like 61-Point High Density Reticular AF and extended ISO range of 100-25600 make this it ideal for shooting weddings in the studio, out in the field and great for still photography. Professional-level high definition video capabilities includes a host of industry-standard recording protocols and enhanced performance that make it possible to capture beautiful cinematic movies in EOS HD quality. A 22.3 Megapixel full-frame Canon CMOS sensor, Canon DIGIC 5+ Image Processor, and shooting performance up to 6.0fps provide exceptional clarity and sharpness when capturing rapidly-unfolding scenes. Additional technological advancements include an Intelligent Viewfinder, Canon's advanced iFCL metering system, High Dynamic Range (HDR), and Multiple Exposure.
22MP full frame CMOS sensor
6 frames per second continuous shooting
61-point AF system
ISO 100 - 25600 range with 50 - 102,800 expansion
1080p HD video recording with manual controls
3.2 inch LCD with 1,040,000 dots
100% viewfinder coverage
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Nikon D3200 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Auto Focus-S DX VR NIKKOR Zoom Lens (Black)
Don’t let the D3200’s compact size and price fool you—packed inside this easy to use HD-SLR is serious Nikon.power: a 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor that excels in any light, EXPEED 3 image-processing for fast operation and creative in-camera effects, Full HD (1080p) movie recording, in-camera tutorials and much more. What does this mean for you? Simply stunning photos and videos in any setting. And now, with Nikon’s optional Wireless Mobile Adapter, you can share those masterpieces instantly with your Smartphone or tablet easily. Supplied Accessories: EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-24 Quick Charger, EG-CP14 Audio/Video Cable, UC-E6 USB Cable, DK-20 Rubber Eyecup, AN-DC3 Camera Strap, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, BF-1B Body Cap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover and Nikon View NX CD-ROM.1-Year Nikon U.S.A. Warranty.
- 24MP CMOS DX-format sensor
- 4 frames per second continuous shooting
- 11 AF points (with 3D tracking)
- ISO 100-6400 (plus ISO 12,800-equivalent Hi1 setting)
- Full HD 1080p video
- 3.0 inch LCD with 920,000 dots
- Expeed 3 processing
- Microphone input
- Twin IR remote receivers
- Beginner-friendly Guide mode
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Nikon D7100 24.1 MP DX-Format CMOS Digital SLR (Body Only)
24.1 megapixed DX-format image sensor Shoot up to 6 frames per second for up to 100 continuous shots Wireless sharing and control with WU-1a adapter (not included) ISO range from 100 to 6400 1080p videos with full-time autofocus and built-in stereo mic
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Nikon D750 FX-format Digital SLR Camera Body
The D750 has a feature set unlike full-frame D-SLRs its size. It uses the same autofocus and metering technology as the D4S and the D810—Nikon's powerful 51-point AF system with 15 cross-type sensors and 3D Color Matrix Metering III with a 91,000-pixel RGB sensor. It's fast and responsive; shoot 6.5 fps at full resolution. And it's endlessly versatile; shoot stills in multiple formats, video with enhanced definition, smooth time-lapse sequences up to 9,999 shots in-camera and more—all with stunning sharpness and rich tonality. Open new compositional possibilities with its 3.2-inch 1,229k dot tilting Vari-angle LCD display, or use a compatible smartphone or tablet as a remote monitor for Live View shooting.
- Full frame 24.3 megapixel CMOS image sensor and EXPEED 4 image processor
- Full HD 60/50/30/25/24p video
- Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and compatibility with the WT-5a + UT-1 Communication Unit
- Shoot up to 6.5 fps at full resolution
- 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.
- Compact, lightweight and slim unibody (monocoque) body design with tilting Vari-angle LCD display
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Canon EOS 6D 20.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD (Body Only)
The compact and lightweight EOS 6D full-frame digital SLR camera features a 20.2 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS sensor, a wide ISO range of 100–25600, expandable to L: 50, H1: 51200, and H2: 102400, for incredible image quality even in low light, and a DIGIC 5+ Image Processor. The camera also has a new 11-point AF including a high-precision center cross-type AF point with EV -3 sensitivity, continuous shooting up to 4.5 fps, and Full HD video with manual exposure control, multiple frame rates, and the benefits of a Full-Frame sensor provides stunning performance and creative flexibility. The built-in Wi-Fi transmitter allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, or upload virtually anywhere from your iOS or Android smartphone with the free download of the EOS Remote app.
- 20.2MP full frame CMOS sensor
- 4.5 frames per second continuous shooting
- 1080p HD video recording with manual controls
- 11-point AF system
- 3 inch LCD with 1,040,000 dots
- SD Memory
- DIGIC 5+ processor
- ISO 100 - 25600 plus 50, 51200, 102400 expanded
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Nikon D3100 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Auto Focus-S Nikkor Zoom Lens
Nikon's affordable, compact and lightweight D3100 digital SLR features a high-resolution 14-megapixel CMOS DX sensor, high-quality 3x NIKKOR 18-55mm VR image stabilization zoom lens and intuitive onboard assistance including the learn-as-you grow Guide Mode.Capture beautiful pictures and amazing Full HD 1080p movies with sound and full-time autofocus. Easily capture the action other cameras miss with a fast start up time, split-second shutter release, 3 frames per second shooting and 11-point autofocus.Lens: 5-Year Warranty (1-Year International + 4-Year USA Extension).
- 14.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor
- 3.0 inch LCD with 230,000 dots
- 1080p HD video with full-time AF
- 11 AF points (with 3D tracking)
- IS0 100-3200 range (12800 expanded)
- RAW + JPEG shooting
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Nikon D7200 DX-format DSLR Body (Black)
Introducing the Nikon D7200, the star of Nikons DX-format line-up. Bring your creative vision to life with photos and videos that shine with sharpness and clarity. Shoot in nearly any light-from dawn until after dusk-and capture everything from sports and action to wildlife and everyday moments. Then share your beautiful images easier than ever with a compatible smart device. Whether youre a passionate photographer or videographer looking for a tool to ignite your creativity, a pro in need of a nimble second camera or someone looking for an ideal blend of versatility and convenience, the D7200 is ready for your challenge.
- 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS image sensor
- No Optical Low-Pass Filter (OLPF)
- 51 point autofocus system
- 6 frames per second (fps) shooting capacity
- EXPEED 4 image processing
- Built in Wi-Fi and Near Field Communication (NFC) for instant sharing
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Canon EOS 6D 20.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD and EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens Kit
The Canon 8035B009 EOS 6D Digital SLR Camera with EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Standard Zoom Lens provides compatibility and convenience through its design and features. With the DIGIC 5+ image processor and 14-bit A/D conversion, the sensor is capable of recording imagery with expanded sensitivity up to ISO 102400. The processing power affords noise reduction techniques and the ability to record continuous still images up to 4.5fps. Full HD video recording is possible up to 1080/30p in the All I-frame or IPB compression, as well as the standard H.264/MPEG-4 AVC codec. When you record HD video, full manual control over exposure and sound enables you to take complete control over the final appearance of your movies. Built-in Wi-Fi and GPS technologies provide extensive connectivity to the 6D. The included standard zoom lens provides a useful range of focal lengths from wide angle to standard portrait length. It features Image Stabilizer Technology for reduction of camera shake.
- 20.2MP full frame CMOS sensor
- 4.5 frames per second continuous shooting
- 1080p HD video recording with manual controls
- 11-point AF system
- 3 inch LCD with 1,040,000 dots
- SD Memory
- DIGIC 5+ processor
- ISO 100 - 25600 plus 50, 51200, 102400 expanded
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