12 best Nikon cameras according to customer reviews

Nikon is one of the largest manufacturers of cameras and photographic equipment. In its assortment there are compact (“soap cases”), and mirror, and mirrorless devices - moreover, of various classes, from amateur to professional.

What to look for when choosing a camera

When choosing a camera you should pay attention to the following parameters:

1. Lens type - integrated or interchangeable. The first option is only suitable for novice photographers, while the second - for professionals;

2. Bayonet This is the lens connection standard. Nikon typically uses a proprietary F bayonet, so almost any lens with this mount can be attached to its cameras (including both Nikkor branded series and third-party manufacturers);

3. The presence of a whale (complete) lens. Great simplifies life for novice photographers and amateurs. For professionals, body-only equipment, without a lens, is suitable, as they allow you to customize the camera and its photographic qualities without overpaying;

4. The type of camera itself. The compact “soap dish” is a solution for beginners only; ultrazoom - for lovers of shooting from a distance, not ready to spend money on an expensive telephoto lens; Mirrorless or SLR camera - for professionals and "enthusiasts";

5. Special features. This may be the burst speed, the optical quality of the whale lens, the resolution of the sensor or the type of autofocus - depending on the needs of the buyer.

6. If you plan to use the camera in a private studio (or “build a studio around the camera”), it is recommended to also pay attention to the input and output interfaces for connecting peripheral equipment such as microphones, flashlights or a remote descent.

Types of Nikon Cameras

The following types of Nikon cameras are distinguished:

1. Compact, also popularly called "soap box". The easiest solution for everyday shooting. Usually they are equipped with fixed telescopic lenses, have small sizes and average technical characteristics. But even this is enough for simple use: of course, studio-quality photos cannot be obtained, but you will be able to take some pictures for memory;

2. Ultrasums. These are special cameras for photographing objects from a very long distance. Equipped with an integrated lens with a huge zoom: for example, the Nikon Coolpix P900 has 83x optical and 166x electronic. In such cameras, a special zoom lens is used, which provides such a strong “approximation”. And yes, with their help, you can create the effect of a dolly zoom, although this will require training;

3. SLR (DSLR) cameras. One of the most common types of professional photography.They differ in a rather complicated design, but they are equipped with an optical pentaprism viewfinder. It is thanks to him that the photographer can watch the scene in real time with a truly zero delay. However, during the actual shooting, the image in the viewfinder disappears to expose the frame;

4. Mirrorless cameras. Used by both amateurs and professionals. They differ from the mirror ones by the simplicity of the design - the mirrors and the pentaprismatic viewfinder are removed from it, and the frame is constantly exposed to the sensor. The viewfinder, in turn, is electronic in such cameras, so it can have millisecond delays before displaying the image.

5. There are no differences in the quality of shooting (as photographs, etc.) between the SLR and mirrorless cameras. In both cases, after pressing the shutter, the frame is directly and completely exposed on the sensor. But mirrorless cameras, due to the simplified design, are usually cheaper, thinner and lighter than specular cameras, but the latter provide a truly zero delay in displaying the image to the viewfinder.

Rating the best Nikon cameras

nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Nikon Amateur DSLR Cameras	1	Nikon D5300 Kit	33500 rub.
	2	Nikon D7100 Kit	55000 RUB.
	3	Nikon D3300 Kit	29900 RUB.
The best professional Nikon SLR cameras	1	Nikon D750 Body	87000 RUB.
	2	Nikon Df Body	185,000 RUB.
	3	Nikon D4s Body	256,000 RUB
Nikon's best mirrorless interchangeable lens camera	1	Nikon 1 J5 Kit	21900 RUB.
Best Nikon Compact Cameras	1	Nikon Coolpix P3	-
		Nikon Coolpix 5600	-
Nikon's Best Secure Compact Camera	1	Nikon Coolpix W300	23700 RUB.
Nikon's best ultrazoom	1	Nikon Coolpix P900	32900 RUB.
	2	Nikon Coolpix B700	25,000 RUB

Best Nikon Amateur DSLR Cameras

Nikon D5300 Kit

Rating: 4.8

One of the best cameras for people who want to just get high-quality images, not bothering with the settings, RAW and other exposure. However, all this camera also supports. Therefore, those pictures that “out of the box” turned out to be not of sufficient quality from a visual point of view can always be corrected in a graphic editor.

Among other advantages - a rotary LCD display, the presence of a Wi-Fi-module for instant sending pictures to a connected smartphone or laptop, fast and quiet autofocus, good quality shooting in the dark.

Among the shortcomings, a quick discharge of the battery when using the LCD display as a viewfinder or when distributing Wi-Fi, lack of optical stabilization on the sensor, weak GPS and body without dust and moisture protection can be identified.

The camera is on sale in two complete sets - with a lens 18-55 and 18-105. To purchase recommended second. However, the camera lens is interchangeable, the bayonet is standard - F.

Nikon D7100 Kit

Rating: 4.7

The main advantage of this camera is the focus mode. Regardless of the shooting and scene conditions, it provides excellent sharpness and depth in the visual center of the frame. Focusing quality is maintained in video mode.

Also, the Nikon D7100 is equipped with a new APS-C sensor without a low-pass filter, which provides natural colors and a wide dynamic range margin. The latter is especially important when shooting in RAW, followed by image correction.

Among the shortcomings - the poor quality of shooting in low light conditions. At ISO above 1000, noise is observed in the image.

The camera is on sale in two complete sets - with a lens 18-105 and 18-140. It is recommended to choose from your wishes.

Nikon D3300 Kit

Rating: 4.6

Perhaps the best camera for beginners. Despite its low functionality (fixed LCD, no Wi-Fi, 3-5 picture buffer in RAW), it is easy to set up, high saturation and natural colors on finished photos, low weight and excellent portability for DSLR. We should also mention the quality of the sensor. When using the optimal (not whale) lens, you can get a “picture” that is not inferior to the flagships.

True, it has a slower autofocus than the D5300; no sealing focus; There is no bracketing and full HDR. In addition, she, like some other amateur Nikon DSLRs, starts to “make noise” at high ISO values, and therefore is not suitable for shooting in conditions of limited lighting without a flash.

At the moment, only one package is available - with a 18-55 lens.

The best professional Nikon SLR cameras

Nikon D750 Body

Rating: 4.9

Full-frame camera with a powerful processor, which ensures continuous shooting at 6 fps at an actual resolution of 24 MP. Equipped with a smooth and fast focusing system, rotating screen, a variety of preset modes and shooting scenes, folding screen and a fairly large buffer. The most important advantage - well suited for photographing with high ISO values ​​- noise is observed only after 6400.

Among the shortcomings, one can single out the presence of a low-pass filter on the sensor (but this is quite subjective), which leads to difficulty in shooting from HDR or in RAW for post-processing; Poor wifi and minimum shutter speed of 1/4000.

Nikon Df Body

Rating: 4.8

Full-frame camera with a powerful processor, a large buffer and a working ISO up to 25600 inclusive. Branded matrix D4 provides bright, rich but natural colors with preservation of all shades. HDR support allows you to get dramatic shots. Convenient management.

Disadvantages - there is no internal illumination of the focusing system, as a result of which the autofocus may be “lost” in low light conditions; no built-in flash; No focus peaking.

It is important to note that this camera is designed for use with manual lenses. The auto focus mode is added to it for “tick”. In particular, the mechanism migrated from the older model D600, it is not too fast and, as mentioned above, is “lost” in the dark.

Nikon D4s Body

Rating: 4.8

A flagship camera with a powerful processor, fast and high-quality autofocus, an ISO of up to 25600 and a huge number of settings for any shooting scenarios. Very high shooting speed, even in RAW, excellent color reproduction, swivel screen. However, this is the flagship camera, so all the necessary "professional" functions and qualities in it are in place.

The disadvantage, in fact, is only one. The camera uses the proprietary standard of XQD memory cards. As well as drives and card readers for them are quite rare.

Nikon's best mirrorless interchangeable lens camera

Nikon 1 J5 Kit

Rating: 4.7

Compact 1 ”mirrorless camera with Nikon 1 bayonet.Provides good quality photos thanks to a modern matrix with excellent color reproduction. Easy to use - equipped with a rotary touch LCD display, has a small mass and size. We should also mention the design that imitates classic cameras.

Among the shortcomings, it is not very suitable for shooting long videos, and the maximum video frequency in 4K resolution is ... 15 frames per second.

It is worth considering that the flash is built into the whale lens. Therefore, to use any overhead filters or polarizers will not work. In addition, the camera does not have a hot shoe, so it is impossible to install an external flash.

Best Nikon Compact Cameras

Nikon Coolpix P3

Rating: 4.7

Convenient and easy-to-use compact camera with 8-megapixel sensor, the presence of optical stabilization in the lens, 3.5-fold optical zoom and support for preset shooting modes. The best solution if you just need a “camera” for simple everyday shooting.

Not suitable for video shooting due to the small resolution of the finished files. But compact, lightweight (200 grams in the collection) and inexpensive.

Nikon Coolpix 5600

Rating: 4.6

The main advantage of this camera is the excellent color rendition and sharpness for its price segment. When shooting in sunny weather, you get very “warm”, atmospheric and nice shots. In addition, it is very easy to operate, has a strong and durable housing, and also supports macro mode.

Among the shortcomings - the video is better not to shoot

Nikon's Best Secure Compact Camera

Nikon Coolpix W300

Rating: 4.8

A 16 megapixel camera that supports video shooting at 4K resolution at 30 frames per second. Performed in a secure case, experiencing falls and shallow drowning. It features an LCD screen, quick and accurate focusing, ease of use, support for control from a smartphone and a variety of preset modes.

The only drawback is that the built-in battery has a small capacity. Fully charged enough for 300-350 shots without flash.

When shooting in the evening it is recommended to use long exposure. Tripod mount available.

Nikon's best ultrazoom

Nikon Coolpix P900

Rating: 4.8

Ultrasound record holder: 83x optical zoom, 166x full zoom. Built-in lens with stabilizer. Perfect for astrophotography. Equipped with a swivel LCD display. Differs in natural color rendering, fast autofocus, sufficient sharpness of photos - but only in good light.

Disadvantages - a small (meaning physical dimensions) sensor by 1 / 2.3 ”, weak built-in flash.

Nikon Coolpix B700

Rating: 4.7

Compact ultrazoom camera with 60x optical zoom, swivel screen, Wi-Fi control and 4K 30 fps video support (or Full HD 60 fps). Easy to use: a variety of preset presets and shooting modes, editing tools, the function of wirelessly uploading images and clips to the "cloud". But the best part is the time lapse mode.

In addition, the camera is equipped with a fairly accurate and fast (for its price segment) autofocus, as well as a sensor that provides natural and saturated colors.

Among the shortcomings - poor-quality built-in microphone and a rather noisy drive of zoom.

What Nikon camera to buy

1. When choosing a Nikon camera, it is worth considering the intended use. If you want to shoot just “everyday”, then an amateur or professional camera is not needed at all, just a soap box will suffice. But if image quality is crucial, then you should pay attention to the “mirrorless” Nikon 1 J5.

2. For novice photographers suitable "SLR" amateur level. Perhaps the best of them is the Nikon D5300 with a lens in the kit. It is equipped with a sufficient number of both preset modes and manual settings - so that you can create your own style of shooting.

3. Then, having learned to photograph and form your own style, you can purchase a professional-level SLR. With sufficient budget, the flagship model is recommended - Nikon D4s or Df. If there is no six-digit amount per camera, you can purchase a B750.

4. But protected cameras and ultrazoom have a very specific scope of use. The first are suitable for taking them on vacation; the latter are for shooting distant objects or even astrophotography.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.