Most of us are familiar with our regular digital cameras and our smart phones that are handy and available to us on the move. But photography enthusiasts are gradually moving away from the “point and shoot” concept cameras to more professional DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex)cameras.
A DSLR camera provides the right mix of clarity and sharpness, thus delivering a life-like picture. You see exactly what the lens captures, and you also have the option of changing the lens as per your requirement. It produces higher resolution photos due to large image sensors. The most attractive feature is that it has zero lag-time. This means you can capture any action or event (eg.a car race) with utmost clarity.
If you are just a novice who has outgrown the point and shoots models and eagerly waiting to explore the world of advanced DSLR cameras, there are options galore. Power packed with superb features and easy to use for an amateur, a DSLR is not always heavy on the pocket. If you have a budget of around Rs 50,000/-, you can lay your hands on a decent DSLR camera. The top picks in this category are listed below
Canon EOS 600D
It has an 18 megapixel sensor with APS-C size CMOS sensor to give you a clear view and the diverse options to click anything from a vast landscape to a close up wildlife shot. It also has an intelligent auto mode to click the perfect picture with scene detection, be it analysing a face or the brightness and contrast of the image. It facilitates full HD video recording and video snapshots.
Rs.43,797
Rs.43,799
Rs.44,000 
Nikon D5200
It has a 24 megapixel sensor and is updated with AF system to 3.9 AF points and a 2016 RGB sensor. An updated AF system to 3.9 AF points gives an intelligent auto focus and face detection to create perfect portraits, dramatic action shots and wonderful background blurs. Nikon D5200’s 2016 RGB sensor give the accurate brightness and color to the shot. If you are new to the DSLR range of cameras, you would soon be clicking professional quality pictures worth this handy gadget.
Rs.26,990
Rs.27,599
Rs27,677
Nikon D3200
Just ideal for beginners, this camera comes with a 24 megapixel sensor and an AF system. It has high speed continuous shoots at about 4fps to capture the correct look. You can consider this against Nikon D5200 only if you have a strict budget issue.
Rs.19,990
Rs.22,499
Rs.23,380
Nikon D5300
It is a full HD camera with a 24 megapixel sensor. It is basically an updated version of the Nikon D5200. It is Nikon’s fastest image processor till date and has a built in Wi-fi so that you can transfer your photographs immediately. It has GPS facility to save the location of your shoots. Nikon D5300 has what it takes to convert serious amateurs to professional photographers.
Rs.34,490
Rs.36,799
Rs.37,250
DSLR cameras are a revolution for amateur photographers and a boost for the professionals. They give unlimited scope to unleash your creative photographic skills.
