Best DSLRs for beginners 2022

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Our phones take amazing photos. Still, if you want to learn photography and express your creative side, you need a camera. DSLRs offer superior handling, output accurate colors, and come with a smaller price tag than today's mirrorless models. The best beginner camera is easy to learn while also giving you enough features to grow with your hobby. If you're ready to make the jump, take a look at the best DSLRs for beginners.

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The best digital camera for you is the one that fits your budget and gives you a little room to grow. Whether you're just learning the tricks of the trade or you want a lightweight DSLR for hikes and travel, beginner-friendly cameras live up to the hype. Priced right and feature-packed, DSLRs are a great entry point into the world of photography.

You'll get the most bang for your buck with the Nikon D3500. It's lightweight enough to carry around all day, has a comfortable grip, takes beautiful photos, and it comes with a kit lens.

If you shoot outdoors and don't want to worry about protecting your investment, the Pentax K-70 offers the best in weather sealing. This is also the only camera on our list with built-in image stabilization. The K-70 is a well-rounded model that comes complete with an excellent walkabout lens.

The Nikon D7500 is a camera you won't outgrow. With the same specs as the class-leading D500, this model takes superb action photos and stills. There are numerous buttons and dials, many of which can be programmed, and the camera has just the right amount of heft to fit comfortably in your hand while still being lightweight enough to hold all day.

Jodi Owan

Jodi Owan works behind a keyboard and a camera. She's a freelance writer for iMore, Android Central, and Windows Central.