Best Professional Digital SLR Cameras

Professional photographers require a level of customization, performance and rapidity than others to capture good photographs. DSLR cameras are known for its best features and clarity and today the market is flooded with various options for DSLR cameras. Those of who have aspirations of being professionals should certainly consider the DSLR models.
Check out the best 6 professional DSLR cameras, compiled by CNET.

6.Nikon D300s

Price: 78, 759  

Overview: The Nikon D300s, powered by EXPEED image processor uses 12.3MP camera which automatically updates information such as latitude, longitude, altitude and time on the images.

Features: The 3-inch low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD has a resolution of 921,000 dot pixels and can add in external memory with the help of CompactFlash Card Type I, SD card and SDHC card. The rechargeable EN-EL3e Li-Ion battery can take up to 950 shots per charge. It includes additional features such as in-camera movie editing, PictBridge support, Active D-Lighting technology and is dust and water resistant. It is capable of shooting 720p HD videos with resolution of 1280*720 at 24fps.

Verdict: The camera offers outstanding performance, excellent photo quality, solidly built and flexible custom settings architecture.

5.Nikon D4 SLR

Price: 3, 39,452

Overview: Nikon D4,company’s update to its D3S pro body features higher resolution sensor and faster continuous-shooting performance, better and flexible video quality as well as host of attractive new features. It is the fastest professional camera ever made for sports and action photography.

Features:  The D4 is big and heavy with a rugged and sealed construction and captures images with excellent high-ISO-sensitivity. It blazes away at 10 frames per second with a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000 seconds. Other notable features include 3.2 inch TFT LCD view finder with 921,000 dots and for storage it has SD memory card options. It is powered with rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL18 battery and an optical resolution of 16.2MP. It includes various other additional features like Self-Timer Mode, Portrait, Landscape, Noise Reduction, Auto-focus, Live view Modes and the like.

Verdict: D4, known to be the updated version of D3S is specially meant for full-time professional news, sports and action photographers. For those people looking out for fastest body, D4 can be an option on your list as it offers stunning features and excellent high-ISO-sensitivity photos.

4.Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Price: 1, 99,912

Overview: The EOS 5D Mark III is part of the EOS range of high performance DSLR cameras from Canon. The robust design of the camera is aimed at providing easy-handling for extensive and repeated use. The rough and rugged texture of the camera not only adds to the aesthetic value of the camera, but also helps to maintain a firm grip during operating.

Features: Sporting a 36*24 mm full frame CMOS image sensor, the 5D captures high quality images at an incredible 22.3MP resolution. It features a sizable 3.2 inch TFT colour LCD display with a 1,040,000 dot resolution as well as supports Compact Flash Card Type I, SD, SDHC or SDXC memory cards. Powered by an LP-E6 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the Canon 5D Mark III is capable of shooting up to 950 shots. Besides, it includes various other features like PictBridge, Face Detection, self-timer function and the like.

Verdict: those who matter about performance and configurability, the camera are worth the price. It offers a streamlined shooting design, better performance and maintains excellent photo and video quality as well.

3.Canon EOS 7D

Price: 85, 355

Overview: The Canon EOS 7D from Canon is a digital single-lens reflex camera. It is ideal for professional and semi-professional photographers. Powered by the Dual Digic 4 processor, it delivers high quality color reproduction and longer battery life as well as shoots images in 3:2 aspect ratio.

Features: The body of the camera is made of magnesium alloy which is dust and weather-resistant. It is an easy to use digital SLR camera with a rubberized hand grip and includes 3-inch TFT LCD display screen which has a resolution of 920,000 dot pixel. It includes an eye-level pentaprism viewfinder to compose images to perfection and is powered by a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery and has a shutter speed range of ISO 100-6400, with an extension up to ISO 12, 800.

Verdict: The camera offers stunning photo quality and very fast in terms of performance, flexible autofocus system as well as adds wireless flash control. It is an excellent midrange DSLR that delivers for the money.

2.Nikon D800

Price: 1, 64,852

Overview: The Nikon D800 is a 36.3MP professional grade digital camera officially announced in February 2012. Powered by Nikon EN-EL15 rechargeable battery, it seems to drain faster, which is one of the drawbacks of the device.

Features: Powered by Nikon Expeed 3 image processor, the camera is made of magnesium alloy weather-sealed comparable to D700. It includes an interchangeable Nikon F-mount lens and includes storage options like CompactFlash, SDHC and SDXC memory cards.

Verdict: The camera boasts of speedy performance, excellent videos and streamlined shooting design. It is worth every penny of its higher price for its target market of professional photographers.

1.Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Price: 1,80,415

Overview: The Canon EOS 5D is a 21.1 MP SLR camera, powered by DIGIC 4 image processing technology. It has a magnesium alloy body which is well suited for rugged field use and the camera also features a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit with fluorine coating which protects from dust.

Features: The 3-inch TFT color liquid-crystal monitor of the camera has a resolution of 920,000 dot pixels and supports CompactFlash Type I/II memory card. It comes with LP-E6 battery and has an Auto sensitivity ranging from ISO 100-3200. It has various scene modes such as Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral and Monochrome as well as includes additional features like Auto power save, Digital noise reduction and the like. 

Verdict: The camera offers excellent performance and photo quality, good video capture capabilities and quality. It also delivers the fluid shooting experience.