If you're reading this, you're likely shopping for an interchangeable lens camera.
You might be a longtime photographer thinking about changing systems, or a relative newbie looking to move beyond a smartphone.
Either way, there are a bevy of options out there.
In today's market, if you're serious enough about photography to buy an interchangeable lens camera, you're probably thinking about adding some additional lenses, too.
It makes looking at the entire system, not just the camera you're buying, an important aspect.
Here, we break down the different systems sold by the big three camera makers—Canon, Nikon, and Sony—and let you know what their competitors have to offer as well.
Mirrorless vs.
DSLR Pros and Cons
If you don't follow the camera market closely, your brain is likely still wired to think of SLRs as the only interchangeable lens option.
But after decades of being the bee's knees of camera tech, the flapping mirror and optical viewfinder have given way to mirrorless tech.
Sony a9 Mirrorless cameras swap out the optical finder for an electronic one, and use the image sensor itself to autofocus for faster, more accurate results.
Electronic viewfinders show a truer preview of an image, including any color or filter effects you're applying in-camera, and spread autofocus coverage to the edges of the frame.
And, while sizes do vary, EVFs tend to show an image that's larger to the eye than optical alternatives, especially when comparing them with entry-level SLRs.
They're also where we see serious improvements in performance and capabilities emerge.
We saw the first full-frame stacked sensor in the mirrorless Sony a9, and the Canon EOS R5 includes sensor stabilization and 8K video capture—you won't find either in Canon's SLRs.
There are still arguments to be made for SLRs.
Some photographers absolutely prefer the optical viewfinder.
But we see more disadvantages to SLRs, and more advantages for cameras with full-time electronic viewfinders.
It's because of this that, in 2020, we recommend most photographers look to a mirrorless model first.
You can still buy good SLRs, and if that's your preference, you should check out models from Canon, Nikon, and Pentax.
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II The question is, for how long? Canon has stated that it is all-in on mirrorless development, and doesn't plan on bringing new EF lenses to market, though it's still upgrading camera bodies.
It rolled out the professional EOS-1D X Mark III this year, and Nikon is joining with the update to its NFL-sideline model, the D6, also new for 2020.
Which System Is Right for You?
Mirrorless systems tend to be a little pricier than SLRs at the lower end of the market.
Whether or not the extra upfront cost is worth it is a question you'll have to answer yourself.
We think it is, though, especially if you value speedy autofocus when recording video (something you won't get with every SLR).
See How We Test Cameras
Buying a camera system isn't just about deciding whether you want one with an optical or electronic viewfinder.
When you pick a camera, you're locking yourself into a proprietary lens mount and flash system, compatible with only select lenses and accessories.
Some are better supported than others.
Well-established mirrorless systems, including Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, and Sony E, have been on the market long enough to enjoy broad first- and third-party support.
Canon and Nikon have only been serious players in mirrorless for a couple of years, but offer compatibility with SLR lenses via adapters to supplement their growing RF and Z mirrorless libraries.
For SLRs, you can't go wrong with Canon EF or Nikon F when it comes to lens selection; they've got the broadest first- and third-party libraries.
With the niche option, Pentax K, you won't have access to as many lenses—it's been years since Sigma or Tamron has released a new lens in K-mount.
Some camera makers maintain multiple lens options, and they typically aren't cross-compatible.
Canon has three distinct systems currently in production, while others, including Nikon, Fujifilm, and Panasonic, offer two.
Read on to get the details on what each manufacturer offers.
Canon's Alphabet Soup
Canon EOS SLR with EF-S Lens Mount Canon has four lens mounts right now—EF, EF-S, EF-M, and RF.
The EF and EF-S are used by full-frame and APS-C sensor size SLRs, respectively.
For mirrorless, its EOS M system uses an APS-C sensor format and the EF-M lens mount, while the EOS R series is full-frame, with the RF lens mount.
If you buy an EF-S SLR, you can still use full-frame EF lenses, but you can't mount an EF-S lens to a full-frame EF camera.
Either mirrorless system can use EF-S and EF lenses with an adapter, but the cross-compatibility doesn't go beyond that.
You can't share a set of lenses between the two mirrorless systems.
That's a lot to digest.
It just means that, if you buy Canon, you should take care in choosing your system as there aren't always clear upgrade paths that allow you to take existing lenses from one camera to another.
Flashes are another matter.
All of Canon's current line uses the same metering system, so any Speedlite will work with any camera.
If you're buying a third-party flash, just make sure it supports Canon E-TTL.
Canon Mirrorless: EOS M vs.
EOS R
With Canon's mirrorless options, it's especially important to choose between the smaller, consumer-friendly APS-C sensor and the larger, full-frame format used by more serious photogs at the jump.
Canon EOS M50 The EOS M system, which uses the mirrorless EF-M mount, has been around for a few years now.
The cameras are good, with newer models delivering excellent autofocus response.
While the lens selection isn't vast, Canon has worked to keep the entire system compact.
Our Favorite EOS M Cameras
Most of Canon's EF-M lenses are small zooms with narrow apertures, but there are a handful of prime options.
Sigma sells its trio of F1.4 primes for the system, adding a bit of appeal for enthusiasts in want of a very portable kit.
But if you want room to grow as a photographer, it's not my top recommendation.
The really great lenses aren't there, and we don't expect them to be.
EOS M is a better fit for families who want something easy to use, quick to focus, and small enough to pack for trips.
Canon EOS RP The full-frame RF system is much better suited for shutterbugs.
It has exotic glass, including F1.2 primes and stabilized F2.8 zooms, along with some low-cost zoom and prime options for photographers who don't have a big budget for lenses.
Our Favorite EOS R Cameras
Canon SLR: EF-S and EF
Canon's SLR mount dates back to the film days, so calling it well-established is an understatement.
Its popular Rebel SLR series uses the EF-S mount, and full-frame models use EF.
Because of its age, and Canon's long perch atop the sales charts, lens support is vast.
In addition to dozens of lenses available from Canon itself, all of the major third-party lens makers support the system.
Canon EOS 90D If you prefer an SLR, Canon's current line has some strong features, including speedy Dual Pixel focus for live view photography and video in all but the most basic models.
You should take care to read reviews of individual models, though, because there are some older ones still on sale that aren't up to snuff by today's standards.
Canon tends to reuse older technology in its entry-level models, and if you're serious about photography, I'd look at a midrange option (the 90D is the latest) as a reasonable entry point into the system.
Forget about the bare-bones T7; it's way behind the times.
Fujifilm
Fujifilm has two systems.
Its X series uses APS-C sensors, while its GFX models use pro-grade medium format chips—bigger than those you'll find in full-frame 35mm models.
We're going to assume you're not in the market for a GFX.
Fujifilm X-T30 The X system debuted nearly a decade ago, and has proven to be a hit with enthusiasts thanks to analog-style controls, retro aesthetics, and high-quality lenses.
It also includes the only autofocusing mirrorless camera you can get with an optical viewfinder, the X-Pro3.
There's a good balance of affordable lenses and premium options, covering views ranging from ultra-wide to telephoto.
Many offer weather protection, matching the build quality of Fuji's top-end cameras.
More importantly, almost every optic released to date has proven to be a stellar performer—there are but a few underwhelming Fujinon lenses.
Fujifilm X-Pro3 The cameras also benefit from Fujifilm's history as a maker of film stocks.
It has put the same kind of color science into its image processing engine, letting X cameras mimic the looks of many classic films like Velvia, Kodachrome, and Acros.
You can still work in Raw format and process to your heart's content, but the in-camera looks for JPG shooters are above and beyond what's offered by competitors.
L-Mount Alliance (Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma)
Leica is one of the legendary photographic brands, and is most closely associated with its rangefinder cameras, which use a manual focus M-mount.
The latest are the M10 Monochrom and M10-R.
Leica SL2 It also has a more consumer-friendly system, with support for autofocus.
The L-mount was introduced in 2014, but lived in relative obscurity for years.
That changed in 2018, with Panasonic and Sigma signing on to use the mount for their cameras.
Since then, the L-mount has gained a bit of traction.
You can buy a high-end model like the Leica SL2, or opt for something that's competitive with other full-frame cameras in terms of price, like the Panasonic S1 or Sigma fp.
Leica's lenses cost as much as you'd expect, but the ones we've used live up to their pedigree.
Panasonic and Sigma offer growing libraries, all with full-frame coverage.
There are a handful of APS-C models and lenses too, all from Leica.
We've seen no indicators that Panasonic and Sigma will develop anything short of full-frame, though, especially with Panasonic continuing its support for the smaller Micro Four Thirds sensor format, covered in detail later on.
Panasonic S1R The L system has some special appeal for creatives who work primarily with video.
It includes models that record Raw quality 4K—the Sigma fp—and Panasonic's Netflix-certified S1H, with 6K video and 24MP stills.
There's one area where it's not quite as competitive: high-speed photography.
To date, all L cameras use contrast detection autofocus tech, and are not quite as adept at high-speed tracking as competitors with phase detection.
If you need a camera that tracks subjects at 10fps or faster, L-mount won't measure up.
Micro Four Thirds (Olympus, Panasonic, et al.)
The modern mirrorless camera movement started with Micro Four Thirds, a joint venture from Olympus and Panasonic.
The sensor format is a little smaller than others, so focal lengths have to be a bit shorter to net wide-angle views, but it also means that there are many compact options available.
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III There are certainly some limitations that come with the smaller sensor—to date, the highest resolution we've seen from a Micro Four Thirds camera is 20MP, and the smaller format means that you need to reach for big f/1.2 lenses to shoot images with a razor-thin plane of focus, when an inexpensive f/1.8 will net similar results on a full-frame camera.
But bokeh isn't everything for everyone.
If you're buying into Micro Four Thirds, you should do so because you value a light kit.
There's also the cost proposition.
Even at the entry level, it's easy to find cameras with 4K recording and in-body stabilization, and for a bit more money you can get a camera with very strong weather protection, too.
Panasonic GX85 Olympus' models tend to emphasize all-weather features and stabilization.
It's begun to add some computational features for long-exposure and multi-shot imaging, and has a huge lens library.
Panasonic cameras, especially the GH series, are the darling of the video world, thanks to very early support for 4K video.
There are plenty of Panasonic lenses too, sold under the Lumix banner, and lenses are cross-compatible.
There's some support from others as well.
Sigma makes a few autofocus primes for the system, the same F1.4 trio it sells for competing mirrorless systems, and you can get manual focus lenses from Rokinon, Venus Laowa, and others.
The future of Olympus is in flux—it's in the process of being sold, and while future owner JIP has stated that it plans to continue on with existing camera lines, only time will tell.
Nikon
Nikon supports two lens mounts, each with APS-C and full-frame sensor models available.
Its SLRs use the F-mount for compatibility with lenses dating back decades.
Mirrorless models use the Z mount, and offer compatibility with Nikkor SLR lenses via an adapter.
Nikon Z 50 The company designates its APS-C sensor models as DX, with FX reserved for full-frame cameras.
It previously supported a smaller CX format, but it discontinued the Nikon 1 cameras that used it prior to introducing the Z system.
There's one DX mirrorless camera so far, the Z 50, but I see it as a hard sell for budding shutterbugs.
Nikon isn't likely to develop a range of dedicated Nikkor Z DX; its development roadmap is focused on full-frame lenses.
Nikon Z 6 Because of that, the FX sensor Z cameras are better starting points if you put an emphasis on the interchangeable lens aspect of an interchangeable lens camera.
Nikon has continued to improve its first-generation models since launch with firmware updates, so the Z 6 and Z 7 remain competitive with features like eye detection for pets and people.
Our Favorite Nikon Z Cameras
The lens system is still young, though, and you may have to reach for the FTZ adapter and an SLR lens at times.
Nikon hasn't released a dedicated macro lens for the Z system as of yet, nor any primes brighter than f/1.8.
That'll change in the future, but it's a concern if you're buying today, especially given the general lack of third-party support for the system.
Nikon D3500 For SLRs, Nikon's basic models offer more appeal for photographers on a strict budget when compared with what you can get from Canon.
Despite not offering as many bells and whistles, the D3500 is as good a camera as you'll find for less than $500.
You can move up the price chain to net faster focus and more features.
Nikon's most advanced DX SLR, the D500, is certainly gray around the temples, but offers blazingly fast focus.
Nikon's full-frame SLRs are favorites of pros, and you shouldn't forget about them if you prefer an optical viewfinder.
The recent D780 is an especially appealing choice, as the shooting experience when using the rear display is almost exactly the same as the Z 6, complete with on-sensor phase detection focus.
Nikon D780 And the SLR lens library is one of the strongest out there.
There are ultra-wide and fish-eye options at one end of the spectrum, and exotic telephotos at the other.
And unlike with the newer Z mount,...
If you're reading this, you're likely shopping for an interchangeable lens camera.
You might be a longtime photographer thinking about changing systems, or a relative newbie looking to move beyond a smartphone.
Either way, there are a bevy of options out there.
In today's market, if you're serious enough about photography to buy an interchangeable lens camera, you're probably thinking about adding some additional lenses, too.
It makes looking at the entire system, not just the camera you're buying, an important aspect.
Here, we break down the different systems sold by the big three camera makers—Canon, Nikon, and Sony—and let you know what their competitors have to offer as well.
Mirrorless vs.
DSLR Pros and Cons
If you don't follow the camera market closely, your brain is likely still wired to think of SLRs as the only interchangeable lens option.
But after decades of being the bee's knees of camera tech, the flapping mirror and optical viewfinder have given way to mirrorless tech.
Sony a9 Mirrorless cameras swap out the optical finder for an electronic one, and use the image sensor itself to autofocus for faster, more accurate results.
Electronic viewfinders show a truer preview of an image, including any color or filter effects you're applying in-camera, and spread autofocus coverage to the edges of the frame.
And, while sizes do vary, EVFs tend to show an image that's larger to the eye than optical alternatives, especially when comparing them with entry-level SLRs.
They're also where we see serious improvements in performance and capabilities emerge.
We saw the first full-frame stacked sensor in the mirrorless Sony a9, and the Canon EOS R5 includes sensor stabilization and 8K video capture—you won't find either in Canon's SLRs.
There are still arguments to be made for SLRs.
Some photographers absolutely prefer the optical viewfinder.
But we see more disadvantages to SLRs, and more advantages for cameras with full-time electronic viewfinders.
It's because of this that, in 2020, we recommend most photographers look to a mirrorless model first.
You can still buy good SLRs, and if that's your preference, you should check out models from Canon, Nikon, and Pentax.
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II The question is, for how long? Canon has stated that it is all-in on mirrorless development, and doesn't plan on bringing new EF lenses to market, though it's still upgrading camera bodies.
It rolled out the professional EOS-1D X Mark III this year, and Nikon is joining with the update to its NFL-sideline model, the D6, also new for 2020.
Which System Is Right for You?
Mirrorless systems tend to be a little pricier than SLRs at the lower end of the market.
Whether or not the extra upfront cost is worth it is a question you'll have to answer yourself.
We think it is, though, especially if you value speedy autofocus when recording video (something you won't get with every SLR).
See How We Test Cameras
Buying a camera system isn't just about deciding whether you want one with an optical or electronic viewfinder.
When you pick a camera, you're locking yourself into a proprietary lens mount and flash system, compatible with only select lenses and accessories.
Some are better supported than others.
Well-established mirrorless systems, including Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, and Sony E, have been on the market long enough to enjoy broad first- and third-party support.
Canon and Nikon have only been serious players in mirrorless for a couple of years, but offer compatibility with SLR lenses via adapters to supplement their growing RF and Z mirrorless libraries.
For SLRs, you can't go wrong with Canon EF or Nikon F when it comes to lens selection; they've got the broadest first- and third-party libraries.
With the niche option, Pentax K, you won't have access to as many lenses—it's been years since Sigma or Tamron has released a new lens in K-mount.
Some camera makers maintain multiple lens options, and they typically aren't cross-compatible.
Canon has three distinct systems currently in production, while others, including Nikon, Fujifilm, and Panasonic, offer two.
Read on to get the details on what each manufacturer offers.
Canon's Alphabet Soup
Canon EOS SLR with EF-S Lens Mount Canon has four lens mounts right now—EF, EF-S, EF-M, and RF.
The EF and EF-S are used by full-frame and APS-C sensor size SLRs, respectively.
For mirrorless, its EOS M system uses an APS-C sensor format and the EF-M lens mount, while the EOS R series is full-frame, with the RF lens mount.
If you buy an EF-S SLR, you can still use full-frame EF lenses, but you can't mount an EF-S lens to a full-frame EF camera.
Either mirrorless system can use EF-S and EF lenses with an adapter, but the cross-compatibility doesn't go beyond that.
You can't share a set of lenses between the two mirrorless systems.
That's a lot to digest.
It just means that, if you buy Canon, you should take care in choosing your system as there aren't always clear upgrade paths that allow you to take existing lenses from one camera to another.
Flashes are another matter.
All of Canon's current line uses the same metering system, so any Speedlite will work with any camera.
If you're buying a third-party flash, just make sure it supports Canon E-TTL.
Canon Mirrorless: EOS M vs.
EOS R
With Canon's mirrorless options, it's especially important to choose between the smaller, consumer-friendly APS-C sensor and the larger, full-frame format used by more serious photogs at the jump.
Canon EOS M50 The EOS M system, which uses the mirrorless EF-M mount, has been around for a few years now.
The cameras are good, with newer models delivering excellent autofocus response.
While the lens selection isn't vast, Canon has worked to keep the entire system compact.
Our Favorite EOS M Cameras
Most of Canon's EF-M lenses are small zooms with narrow apertures, but there are a handful of prime options.
Sigma sells its trio of F1.4 primes for the system, adding a bit of appeal for enthusiasts in want of a very portable kit.
But if you want room to grow as a photographer, it's not my top recommendation.
The really great lenses aren't there, and we don't expect them to be.
EOS M is a better fit for families who want something easy to use, quick to focus, and small enough to pack for trips.
Canon EOS RP The full-frame RF system is much better suited for shutterbugs.
It has exotic glass, including F1.2 primes and stabilized F2.8 zooms, along with some low-cost zoom and prime options for photographers who don't have a big budget for lenses.
Our Favorite EOS R Cameras
Canon SLR: EF-S and EF
Canon's SLR mount dates back to the film days, so calling it well-established is an understatement.
Its popular Rebel SLR series uses the EF-S mount, and full-frame models use EF.
Because of its age, and Canon's long perch atop the sales charts, lens support is vast.
In addition to dozens of lenses available from Canon itself, all of the major third-party lens makers support the system.
Canon EOS 90D If you prefer an SLR, Canon's current line has some strong features, including speedy Dual Pixel focus for live view photography and video in all but the most basic models.
You should take care to read reviews of individual models, though, because there are some older ones still on sale that aren't up to snuff by today's standards.
Canon tends to reuse older technology in its entry-level models, and if you're serious about photography, I'd look at a midrange option (the 90D is the latest) as a reasonable entry point into the system.
Forget about the bare-bones T7; it's way behind the times.
Fujifilm
Fujifilm has two systems.
Its X series uses APS-C sensors, while its GFX models use pro-grade medium format chips—bigger than those you'll find in full-frame 35mm models.
We're going to assume you're not in the market for a GFX.
Fujifilm X-T30 The X system debuted nearly a decade ago, and has proven to be a hit with enthusiasts thanks to analog-style controls, retro aesthetics, and high-quality lenses.
It also includes the only autofocusing mirrorless camera you can get with an optical viewfinder, the X-Pro3.
There's a good balance of affordable lenses and premium options, covering views ranging from ultra-wide to telephoto.
Many offer weather protection, matching the build quality of Fuji's top-end cameras.
More importantly, almost every optic released to date has proven to be a stellar performer—there are but a few underwhelming Fujinon lenses.
Fujifilm X-Pro3 The cameras also benefit from Fujifilm's history as a maker of film stocks.
It has put the same kind of color science into its image processing engine, letting X cameras mimic the looks of many classic films like Velvia, Kodachrome, and Acros.
You can still work in Raw format and process to your heart's content, but the in-camera looks for JPG shooters are above and beyond what's offered by competitors.
L-Mount Alliance (Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma)
Leica is one of the legendary photographic brands, and is most closely associated with its rangefinder cameras, which use a manual focus M-mount.
The latest are the M10 Monochrom and M10-R.
Leica SL2 It also has a more consumer-friendly system, with support for autofocus.
The L-mount was introduced in 2014, but lived in relative obscurity for years.
That changed in 2018, with Panasonic and Sigma signing on to use the mount for their cameras.
Since then, the L-mount has gained a bit of traction.
You can buy a high-end model like the Leica SL2, or opt for something that's competitive with other full-frame cameras in terms of price, like the Panasonic S1 or Sigma fp.
Leica's lenses cost as much as you'd expect, but the ones we've used live up to their pedigree.
Panasonic and Sigma offer growing libraries, all with full-frame coverage.
There are a handful of APS-C models and lenses too, all from Leica.
We've seen no indicators that Panasonic and Sigma will develop anything short of full-frame, though, especially with Panasonic continuing its support for the smaller Micro Four Thirds sensor format, covered in detail later on.
Panasonic S1R The L system has some special appeal for creatives who work primarily with video.
It includes models that record Raw quality 4K—the Sigma fp—and Panasonic's Netflix-certified S1H, with 6K video and 24MP stills.
There's one area where it's not quite as competitive: high-speed photography.
To date, all L cameras use contrast detection autofocus tech, and are not quite as adept at high-speed tracking as competitors with phase detection.
If you need a camera that tracks subjects at 10fps or faster, L-mount won't measure up.
Micro Four Thirds (Olympus, Panasonic, et al.)
The modern mirrorless camera movement started with Micro Four Thirds, a joint venture from Olympus and Panasonic.
The sensor format is a little smaller than others, so focal lengths have to be a bit shorter to net wide-angle views, but it also means that there are many compact options available.
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III There are certainly some limitations that come with the smaller sensor—to date, the highest resolution we've seen from a Micro Four Thirds camera is 20MP, and the smaller format means that you need to reach for big f/1.2 lenses to shoot images with a razor-thin plane of focus, when an inexpensive f/1.8 will net similar results on a full-frame camera.
But bokeh isn't everything for everyone.
If you're buying into Micro Four Thirds, you should do so because you value a light kit.
There's also the cost proposition.
Even at the entry level, it's easy to find cameras with 4K recording and in-body stabilization, and for a bit more money you can get a camera with very strong weather protection, too.
Panasonic GX85 Olympus' models tend to emphasize all-weather features and stabilization.
It's begun to add some computational features for long-exposure and multi-shot imaging, and has a huge lens library.
Panasonic cameras, especially the GH series, are the darling of the video world, thanks to very early support for 4K video.
There are plenty of Panasonic lenses too, sold under the Lumix banner, and lenses are cross-compatible.
There's some support from others as well.
Sigma makes a few autofocus primes for the system, the same F1.4 trio it sells for competing mirrorless systems, and you can get manual focus lenses from Rokinon, Venus Laowa, and others.
The future of Olympus is in flux—it's in the process of being sold, and while future owner JIP has stated that it plans to continue on with existing camera lines, only time will tell.
Nikon
Nikon supports two lens mounts, each with APS-C and full-frame sensor models available.
Its SLRs use the F-mount for compatibility with lenses dating back decades.
Mirrorless models use the Z mount, and offer compatibility with Nikkor SLR lenses via an adapter.
Nikon Z 50 The company designates its APS-C sensor models as DX, with FX reserved for full-frame cameras.
It previously supported a smaller CX format, but it discontinued the Nikon 1 cameras that used it prior to introducing the Z system.
There's one DX mirrorless camera so far, the Z 50, but I see it as a hard sell for budding shutterbugs.
Nikon isn't likely to develop a range of dedicated Nikkor Z DX; its development roadmap is focused on full-frame lenses.
Nikon Z 6 Because of that, the FX sensor Z cameras are better starting points if you put an emphasis on the interchangeable lens aspect of an interchangeable lens camera.
Nikon has continued to improve its first-generation models since launch with firmware updates, so the Z 6 and Z 7 remain competitive with features like eye detection for pets and people.
Our Favorite Nikon Z Cameras
The lens system is still young, though, and you may have to reach for the FTZ adapter and an SLR lens at times.
Nikon hasn't released a dedicated macro lens for the Z system as of yet, nor any primes brighter than f/1.8.
That'll change in the future, but it's a concern if you're buying today, especially given the general lack of third-party support for the system.
Nikon D3500 For SLRs, Nikon's basic models offer more appeal for photographers on a strict budget when compared with what you can get from Canon.
Despite not offering as many bells and whistles, the D3500 is as good a camera as you'll find for less than $500.
You can move up the price chain to net faster focus and more features.
Nikon's most advanced DX SLR, the D500, is certainly gray around the temples, but offers blazingly fast focus.
Nikon's full-frame SLRs are favorites of pros, and you shouldn't forget about them if you prefer an optical viewfinder.
The recent D780 is an especially appealing choice, as the shooting experience when using the rear display is almost exactly the same as the Z 6, complete with on-sensor phase detection focus.
Nikon D780 And the SLR lens library is one of the strongest out there.
There are ultra-wide and fish-eye options at one end of the spectrum, and exotic telephotos at the other.
And unlike with the newer Z mount,...
