The 80D retains the innovative Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology of the 70D, whereby each individual pixel on the sensor is split in two, allowing each pixel to ‘double up’ as both a traditional light-registering photodiode and as an on-sensor phase-detection AF point. The 80D builds on the strengths of its excellent predecessor – the 70D. Viewfinder: Pentaprism, 0.95x magnification, 100% coverage.Rear display : 3in, 1.04m-dot touch-sensitive LCD.Canon EOS 80D £99, body only Read our full Canon EOS 80D review Here’s our rundown of the best 5 on the market… 1. These enable you to quickly change settings without having to scroll through the menu. Physical controlsĭSLRs are designed to sit comfortably in the hand and allow you easy access to a wide range of physical controls. While Canon and Nikon currently offer the biggest choice of DSLR lenses, Pentax and Sony also have a very wide selection, including many specialist optics. When you buy a DSLR, you also gain access to a large range of lenses. Barring Sony, all DSLRs have optical viewfinders. Optical viewfinderĮlectronic viewfinder technology has made huge strides, but most photographers still prefer optical viewfinders. A larger sensor means increased dynamic range and superior image quality (less noise) at higher sensitivity settings. Most sub-£1,000 DSLRs employ APS-C sensors that are about 13 times larger in surface area that the 1/2.3in sensors of most compact cameras. We’ve gathered together five of the best DSLRs under £1,000. The good news for users looking to upgrade or invest in their first DSLR is all the major manufacturers now offer models to cover all price points and ability levels. Also, while they are larger and heavier than CSCs, DSLRs are designed to sit comfortably in the hand and feel purpose-built for serious photography. Part of the reason is the much larger range of lenses available for DSLRs, including many specialist optics that are not available for CSCs.

While many compact system cameras now employ APS-C sized sensors and can hold their own against DSLRs in terms of critical image quality, many enthusiasts still prefer a DSLR.

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