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Looking to get into Photography?

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Here are my recommendations for those looking to get into photography/ Hybrid shooting.  As background, I have spent the last few years with Canon, specifically working as a hybrid shooter for content creation on a Canon R6.  I use a mix of RF and EF lenses.  (Yes, the R6 does and probably will overheat if you are running video.)
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Top 5 Cameras if I started a Business in 2023

Here are the cameras I would be looking at if I was starting a photography/ becoming a hybrid shooter today.

 
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Fast performance, great autofocus and latest software features but more affordable RF-mount option. (Canon offers amazing lenses!)
Shop Canon EOS R7
 
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Full frame sensor in a compact, stabilized body with flip screen. Versatile for photo and video.
Sony Alpha 7C Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera - Silver
 
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Flagship APS-C model with excellent video features like IBIS, 240fps slow-mo, 10-bit internal.
FUJIFILM Digital Camera X Series & GFX – USA
 
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Relatively low cost Nikon full frame mirrorless with good feature set like dual UHS-II slots.
Nikon Z5 | Entry-Level Full Frame Mirrorless Camera
 
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Small full frame body with a mix of photo and pro video features like 10-bit 4K.
Panasonic Lumix S5 II Mirrorless Camera

Top 5 Cameras for Beginners in 2023

These are the top 5 camera I would look at if I just started to get interested in photography.  Budget in mind, with consideration to the lens ecosystem.

 
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Great vlogging features like flip screen, mic jack, background defocus in an affordable package.
Sony Alpha ZV-E10 Mirrorless Vlog Camera (Black)
 
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Adjustable angle touchscreen and EF-M lens compatibility make it very beginner-friendly
EOS M50 Mark II EF-M 15-45mm IS STM Kit
 
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Compact, lightweight body with excellent JPEGs and intuitive controls.
FUJIFILM X-T30 II | Cameras | FUJIFILM X Series
 
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In-body stabilization provides smooth handheld shooting for Micro Four Thirds system.
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV review
 
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Designed for vlogging with good onboard mics and free-angle LCD.
Panasonic LUMIX G100 4k Mirrorless Camera ...

Top 5 DSLRs Alternatives to Mirrorless in 2023

These are some DSLR alternative to mirrorless cameras.  They can be found used at a fraction of the price why still getting professional cameras.

 
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Canon's popular 30MP full frame prosumer DSLR with Dual Pixel AF and 4K video. Proven workhorse camera.  Check the used market, always a great combination with their EF L lens lineup.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
 
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Nikon's 45MP full frame sensor provides huge resolution for photography along with great dynamic range and fast 7fps shooting.
D850 Full Frame Digital SLR Camera
 
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Pentax's current 36MP full frame flagship DSLR updated with handheld pixel shift mode for ultra high resolution imaging.
PENTAX K-1 Mark II | RICOH IMAGING
 
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Sony's only current full frame DSLR provides fast 12fps shooting and 5-axis in-body image stabilization that works with any lens.
Sony SLT a99 II Review
 
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Canon's top APS-C DSLR optimized for sports and action with fast 10fps burst speed and advanced autofocus tracking.
Canon EOS 7D Mark II Digital SLR Camera