Coming from a DSLR costing 5x the price, I did of course miss all the bells and whistles of my pro-level camera, but this compact DSLR still did a fine job. I tested a Nikon D3400 over the holidays and was very impressed with its performance (see my Nikon D3400 review). Typically, the technology from the more expensive ‘flag-ship’ models trickles down the ranks, so the cheaper cameras in the line up can also take advantage of class-leading features. I’m a big fan of entry-level DSLR cameras. The popularity of the Nikon D3400 with 18-55mm lens has mainly been due to its price – for less than $500, you’re getting a helluva-lot of camera for your money! At the time of writing, only a few ‘refurbished’ models are available, with the stock quickly dwindling. Let me preface this review with one caveat – you may struggle to get hold of this excellent entry-level Nikon DSLR. I’ve also included some videos on each camera that I think you’ll find useful. Read on below to see my reviews, including what I consider to be the best camera under $500 of the year so far. I’ve included a couple below for you to choose from if your budget is limited.
Whilst DSLRs and compact cameras still have their place, investing in one of the latest mirrorless camera systems will help future-proof your purchase.
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If you’re able to stretch your budget a little further, I recommend you check out my guide to mirrorless cameras for beginners and professionals and also this one on the cheapest full frame camera – both investigate a selection of higher-priced cameras which offer more features. To speed your research up, I’ve categorised each section by the most popular camera formats, with a foreword about the benefits of each type: The cameras selected above all offer excellent build quality, image quality, handling and value for money… often performing far better than you’d expect for their sub-$500 price. I’ve selected the top digital cameras under $500 – the exceptions are where a lens is included in the price, stretching the budget very slightly.
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