Photography What is a DSLR camera and how is it different from mirrorless? Everything you need to know to decide if a DSLR is right for you By Alina Bradford July 10, 2019 There are many types of cameras out there, but when it comes to advanced, interchangeable lens models, nothing is more iconic than the DSLR. The name is practically synonymous with “professional camera,” but a wide variety of DSLRs exist, covering a broad spectrum of users from amateur to advanced. The popularity of the DSLR has waned in recent years with the rise of smaller mirrorless cameras, but it’s still a beloved format by many for a few key reasons. Here’s everything you need to know in order to understand what a DSLR is, how it works, and what sets it apart from the likes of mirrorless and point-and-shoot cameras. Defining a DSLR A cut away view of Nikon’s D800 camera. In the most literal sense, a DSLR camera is a digital single-lens reflex camera. Inside the camera body is a mirror that re...
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