Best Cameras for Photography Students in 2022
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- 06 Oct 2022
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If you are going to study GSCE or A-Level photography at school, or take it up further into college or any other courses that feature photography modules like an arts foundation or journalism, then you’ll want one of the best cameras for students in 2022 instead of your smartphone.
DSLRs and mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lenses are exactly the kinds of tools that can help you learn core principles and elevate your photography.
In this buyer’s guide, we will unpack some important factors as you consider your camera purchase, and then go on to highlight the best mirrorless and DSLR cameras for students over a range of budgets and brands.
What factors should photography students be looking for in mirrorless/DSLR cameras in 2022?
1. Value.
Writing for students we of course have to start with money. The good news is that you don’t need the most expensive camera or the newest model, rather one that caters for your projects. There are plenty of good value beginner-level cameras that can meet the minimum requirements of your school or college, support your learning process and creative vision, and ultimately make great quality pictures.
DSLR cameras and lenses in particular give good bang for buck, and opting secondhand can free up cash to invest in additional lenses (which we recommend over a more expensive camera), plus ensure there’s enough left for items like removable media to store your pictures.
Value isn’t simply about getting a good deal (cost), rather finding a camera that you are inspired to use each day, one that can grow with you as your skills develop, and even one that is part of a modern system that the brand is still investing in.
For example, the DSLR camera market is largely stagnant in 2022 with most DSLRs discontinued. Instead, future tech is in mirrorless cameras – so if you want to be part of the latest and greatest systems, mirrorless is probably your best choice. Read More...
