Which DSLR cameras are ideal for professional photography needs?
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Megapixels (MP) ⇅ | Sensor Size (mm) ⇅ | Focus Points ⇅ | Shutter Speed (s) ⇅ | Frame Rate (fps) ⇅ | ISO Range ⇅ |
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Canon Canon EOS-1D X Mark III
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£3733.01 ≈ | 20.1 | 35.9 x 23.9 mm | 191 (155 cross-type) | Mechanical 1/8000 to 30 Seconds; Electronic 1/8000 to 1/2 Second | 16 fps (viewfinder), 20 fps (live view) | 100-102400 (expandable to 50-819200) |
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The Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is a professional-grade, 20.1MP full-frame DSLR built for high-speed action and advanced video. It offers a 191-point AF system with deep-learning subject detection, very high continuous shooting rates, robust weather-sealed construction, and extensive video codecs for hybrid shooters.
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Canon Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
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£1492.75 ≈ | 30.4 | 36 x 24 mm | 61 | 30-1/8000 s | 7.0 fps | 100-32,000 (expandable to 50-102,400) |
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The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a 30.4MP full-frame DSLR with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 61-point AF system, DCI 4K video, and robust pro-grade construction. It suits professional photographers and advanced enthusiasts who need high-resolution stills, reliable autofocus, and long battery life.
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Nikon Nikon D500
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£1418.08 ≈ | 20.9 | 23.5 mm x 15.7 mm | 153 | 30 s - 1/8000 s | 10 fps | 100-51200 |
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The Nikon D500 is a 20.9MP DX-format DSLR with a 153-point AF system, 10 fps continuous shooting and 4K video, aimed at sports, wildlife and action photographers who need speed and robust handling. It offers a wide native ISO range and professional autofocus performance in a weather-sealed body.
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Pentax Pentax K-1 Mark II
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£1341.87 ≈ | 36.4 | 35.9 x 24.0 mm | 33 | 1/8000 to 30 sec. | 4.4 fps | 100 to 819200 |
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The Pentax K-1 Mark II is a 36.4MP full-frame DSLR with in-body 5-axis shake reduction, Pixel Shift Resolution II (including handheld mode), and expanded high-ISO capability. It suits landscape, studio, and low-light photographers who want high-resolution files, robust weather-sealed build, and compatibility with Pentax K-mount lenses. |
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Canon Canon EOS 90D
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£895.35 ≈ | 32.5 | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 45 | 30 - 1/8000 sec; 1/16000 electronic | 10 fps (viewfinder), 11 fps (live view), 120 fps video (Full HD) | 100-25600 (expandable to 51200) |
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The Canon EOS 90D is a 32.5MP APS-C DSLR with a DIGIC 8 processor, 45-point cross-type AF, and strong continuous shooting and video options. It suits wildlife, sports, and hybrid photo/video shooters who want high resolution and fast performance in a DSLR body.
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Nikon Nikon D780
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£1155.19 ≈ | 24.5 | 35.9 x 23.9 mm | 51 | 1/8000 to 900 s | 7 fps | 100-51200 |
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The D780 is a full-frame DSLR combining a 24.5MP BSI CMOS sensor with Nikon's EXPEED 6, offering strong stills and 4K video performance and advanced hybrid AF for live view. It suits photographers who want DSLR handling, excellent low-light capability, and improved video features without switching to mirrorless.
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Nikon Nikon D850
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£1491.22 ≈ | 45.7 | 35.9 x 23.9 mm | 153 | 30 s - 1/8000 s | 7 fps (9 fps with MB-D18 and EN-EL18b) | 64-25,600 (expandable to 32-102,400) |
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The Nikon D850 is a professional full-frame DSLR with a 45.7MP BSI sensor, fast 153-point AF and high dynamic range. It suits landscape, studio, commercial and action photographers who need very high resolution and robust performance.
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