Photography Enthusiasts! Nikon or Canon?
More specifically, I'm stuck between the Canon EOS 80D and the NIKON D7500. These cameras are basically equal, with a few twerks here and there.
As far as my personal uses, I d be using it for still images, of course, but video is a big priority for me, as that s more the direction I'm currently exploring. The Nikon as 4k video recording capability, and the Canon has 1080p 60fps recording capability. Canon also has a dual pixel AF that has been rated so highly that some say it's more worth having over the 4k capability of the Nikon. So I might be leaning more towards the Canon, until I weigh the still image quality. I like the image quality and more "light and airy" look that the Nikon gives. Of course I could correct any drab or grey photos, but I don't want to have to constantly edit thousands of photos to achive the look I could possibly naturally get from the Nikon.
Keep in mind that I haven't actually personally tested each camera and am just making all assumptions off of the research I've done on the specs, and what I've seen from photo and video samples from each camera. In reality, I think either of these cameras would be an excellent choice, but I'm just trying to weigh the different specs here. Is the Canon dual pixel AF in video recording more worth having than 4k capability?
Anyone have any one of these cameras that could possibly add some insight? Or have a close model to one of these cameras even that you could tell me your experience with?
The thing about cameras is that the best choice is purely personal.
As a camera buff friend once put it -- "choose the one that best fits your hand"
That said, I by far prefer the Nikon cameras to the Canon ones. It really is about how the cameras fit in one's hand. The friend, btw, preferred Olympus, Leica and Hasselblad, but then, he was a professional photographer
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If video is a big deal stay away from Nikon because their focusing system that they use for video is awful. Nikon uses phase detect while Canon uses the new dual-phase cross-type AF sensors. These cross-type AF sensor are so vastly superior to anything that Nikon uses, that Nikon is not even in the same league as Canon when it comes to video.
On the other hand, Sony and Panasonic both beat the pants off Canon for video. When you consider that the Sony A7 series use superior sensors than Canon, they're the best for video of any digital camera.
Now, while Sony A7 series (especially the A7S) are the best for video of any digital camera, they can't compare to the performance and ease of use of a camcorder costing 1/3 the price.
Unless you must have one device for both video and photos and/or you need large sensor to create shallow depth of field look, there's literally no reason to choose a digital camera over any camcorder. A $900 Sony will produce better video and do it with far less hassle (overheating and time limitations) than any digital camera at any price. Even a $6,000 Canon or Nikon (body only) just can't compare to a $900 4K camcorder.
Since you are just starting your investigating, you need to do the following:
* Spend some time on the Nikon and Canon websites and find the cameras that fit your budget. Take excellent notes.
* Visit DP Review and read the professional reviews written on those cameras
* Finally, visit DXOmark. Com and compare how the sensors of those cameras perform.
One thing you may find interesting is that the new auto-focus systems on the new Nikon D500, D5 and D7500 cameras are designed for sports and action photographers and at present are THE most accurate and fast focusing cameras made today
If you are planning on using your digital SLR camera as a video camera from time to time, those three Nikon cameras can also shoot 4k video
I'm certain you will enjoy the camera you decide upon. Have you held them both in your hands to see which one feels brtter in your hand, which one is easier for you to read the desired features, funtions options?
I'm going to pose a question for you to consider. Why would you use a camera designed, engineered, assembled and sold for still photography with video capacity thrown in just to attract buyers? First, you can't record with a camera meant for stills as long as you can record with a video recording cam. Still cameras start to get heated after 10 or 20 minutes and they shut down to protect themselves from the harm of overheating.
WHY don't you consider a bona fide video recording camera that is designed, engineered and assembled specifically for video recording and will not heat up like still cameras? Why would you use a fork to stir the sugar in your coffee (hot chocolate or tea) when using a spoon is more efficient, practical and pragmatic?
Well, whatever you decide on, good luck and best wishes.
In reality, it does not matter a spit. Those are not the only cameras on the market and in my opinion, they are both overrated. Sony makes an excellent camera and Olympus has some good offerings both of which will be less expensive than the ones you are looking at. The person looking at the picture will never know the difference. Don't let your ego strap you down.
Sorry, I'm an intelligent enthusiast and shoot with Pentax.
Look at the KS-2 and K-70, and wonder why you asked the great stupid question.
I personally have the canon 80D and i still can't find anything i dislike about it. I love it!
Nomatter the Nikon or Canon the camera cage is needed. Because it can protect your camera. Isn't it?
I'm a Nikon shooter, and the reason why is ergonomics. Personally, they feel better in my hand than any other camera. Cameras nowadays are so close to each other in specs that it makes little difference between brands. Feel the bodies, decide on the brand you prefer to handle. Then invest in lenses.