The camera is one of the best and the most important devices ever created, in my opinion. It lets us capture the moment and frame it forever. Nowadays, we all have a camera on our phone. But a mobile phone camera isn’t enough for a photographer. Yes, some smartphones have cameras that work wonders but its not the same. And for photographers and bloggers camera is the best choice.
In Nepal, 3 brands are famous when it comes to DSLR cameras, Nikon, Sony and Canon. There are other brands as well but the brands have gained so much popularity that a beginner photographer will look at these brands first. So, here are some of the best cameras in Nepal for a photographer.
List of the best camera for photographers
| Nikon D3500 | Rs. 53,000 |
| Sony Alpha A7R III | Rs. 4,02,000 |
| Nikon D850 | Rs. 3,75,000 |
| Canon EOS 800D | Rs. 82,990 |
| Nikon Z6 | Rs. 2,45,000 |
| Canon EOS-5D IV | Rs. 432,590 |
Nikon D3500
Nikon D3500 is the cheapest one on the list. This camera is great for the beginners as it is affordable and works wonders. The camera also has great battery life.
Specifications
- Camera Weight: 415 grams (camera body only)
- Image Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6mm, 24.2MP, CMOS, APS-C
- Screen: 3.0-inch TFT, 921k dots, Fixed Screen
- ISO Range: 100-25600
- Shutter Speed: 1/4000 – 30 seconds
- Continuous Shoot: 5 frames/sec
- Video Resolution: 1920×1080 Pixels (1080p HD), 1280×720 Pixels (720p HD)
- Built-in flash: Yes; External Flash support: Yes
- Mount Type: Nikon F DX
- Battery Type,Model:: Li-ion, Rechargeable; EN-EL 14a
- Battery Life (Approx.): 1550 shots
- Price: Rs. 53,000
Sony Alpha A7R III
Another wonderful camera on the list is, Sony Alpha A7R III. Sony’s A7R series is very popular. The A7R III has good autofocus in frame mode. Also, the camera captures detailed images. However, it is the most expensive camera on the list.
- Camera Weight: 657 grams
- Image Sensor: 24 x 35.9 mm, 42.4MP, Exmor CMOS, Full Frame
- Screen: 3-inch TFT, 1440k dots, Touch Screen, Articulating display
- ISO Range: 100-32000
- Shutter Speed: 1/8000 – 30 seconds
- Continuous Shoot: 10 frames/sec
- Video Resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels
- Video Frame Rate: 3840 x 2160 pixels (30p / 25p / 24p), 1920 x 1080 pixels (120p / 100p / 60p / 60i / 50p / 50i / 30p / 25p / 24p)
- Battery Type: Li-ion, Rechargeable; Model: NP-FZ100
- Battery Life (Approx.): 650 shots
- Price:– Rs. 420,000 (Body Only)
Nikon D850
Another wonderful Nikon camera is the D850. It is a pricier camera of Nikon. Moreover, the camera has an excellent set of features. The camera has EXPEED 5 processor for more reliable images.
Specifications
- Camera Weight: 1005 grams (camera body only)
- AF System: 153 Autofocus points; 99 Cross AF Points
- ISO Range: 64-25600
- Shutter Speed: 1/8000 – 30 seconds
- Continuous Shoot: 7 frames/sec
- Video Resolution: 3840×2160 pixels (4K UHD), 1920×1080 Pixels (1080p HD), 1280×720 Pixels (720p HD)
- Video Frame Rate: 2160p frame rate: (30fps/25fps/24fps), 1080p frame rate: (60fps/50fps/30fps/25fps/24fps), 720p frame rate: (60fps/50fps)
- Battery Type: Li-ion, Rechargeable; Model: EN-EL 15a
- Battery Life (Approx.): 1840 shots
- Price: Rs. 3,75,000
Canon EOS 800D
The thing that makes Canon EOS 800D the best camera for beginner photographers is the price. Likewise, it is affordable and has everything that will help new photographers.
Specifications
- Camera Weight: 532 grams (body only with battery and card)
- Image Sensor: 22.3 x 14.9 mm, 24.2MP, CMOS, APS-C
- Image processor: DIGIC 7
- Screen: 3.0-inch TFT, 1040000 dots, Fully Articulating Screen
- ISO Range: 100-25600
- Shutter Speed: 1/4000 – 30 seconds
- Continuous Shoot: 6 frames/sec
- JPEG 3:2: 6000×4
- Video Resolution: 1920×1080 Pixels (1080p HD),1280×720 Pixels (720p HD),640×480 Pixels (480p VGA)
- Video Frame Rate: 1080p frame rate: (30fps/25fps/24fps), 720p frame rate: (60fps/50fps/30fps), 480p frame rate: (30fps/25fps)
- Battery Type: Li-ion, Rechargeable; Model: LP-E17
- Battery Life (Approx.): 600 shots
- Price: Rs. 82,990 (With 18-55mm STM lens)
Nikon Z6
The Nikon Z6 is known to be the all-rounder camera. The camera is a good fit for someone who is done learning basic photography. It is also very comfortable in hand and it is one of the best mirrorless cameras out there.
Specifications
- Camera Weight: 675 grams (camera body only)
- Image Sensor: 35.9 x 23.9mm, 24.5MP, CMOS, Full Frame
- Screen: 3.2-inch TFT, 2100k dots, Fully Articulating Screen
- ISO Range: 64-51200
- Shutter Speed: 1/8000 – 30 seconds
- Continuous Shoot: 12 frames/sec
- Video Resolution: 3840×2160 pixels (4K UHD), 1920×1080 Pixels (1080p HD), 1280×720 Pixels (720p HD)
- Video Frame Rate: 2160p frame rate: (30fps/25fps/24fps), 1080p frame rate: (120fps/100fps/60fps/50fps/30fps/25fps/24fps), 1080p Slo-mo: (30p x4, 25p x4, 24p x5)
- Battery Type: Li-ion, Rechargeable; Model: EN-EL 15a
- Battery Life (Approx.): 330 shots
- Price: Rs. 2,45,000
Canon EOS-5D IV
The last one on the list is Canon 5D Mark IV. The camera is on the pricier side but it works wonders. The managing specification of the camera is its CMOS sensor which helps to shoot in any light.
- Camera Weight: 890 grams (Including the battery, CF card, and SD memory card); 800g (Body only)
- Image Sensor: 36 x 24 mm, 30.4MP, CMOS, Full Frame
- Shutter Speed: 1/8000 – 30 seconds
- Continuous Shoot: 7 frames/sec
- Video Resolution: 4096 x 2160 pixels (2160p UHD 4K), 1920×1080 Pixels (1080p HD), 1280×720 Pixels (720p HD)
- Video Frame Rate: 2160p frame rate: (30fps/24fps), 1080p frame rate: (60fps/30fps/24fps), 720p frame rate: (120fps)
- Battery Type: Li-ion, Rechargeable; Model: LP-E6N
- Battery Life (Approx.): 900 shots
- Price: Rs. 344,990 (Body Only)
- Price: Rs. 4,32,590 (With 24-105mm/4L IS II Kit lens)
Also check out: Things to consider before buying a camera in Nepal
