How much is the most expensive camera. The most expensive digital cameras in the world

The topic of choosing a camera, probably, has always been and will be relevant. Time passes, technology changes, old materials written on this topic become hopelessly outdated. The general principles remain unchanged, but a huge number of nuances makes us look at the problem of choice differently. Purpose of the article What is the best camera- dot the i's in the matter of buying a digital camera, given the current market situation. The article is primarily aimed at beginner amateur photographers, but I'm sure the article will be useful for experienced users as well.

Where to start choosing the "best" camera?

First of all, you must determine the range of tasks for which the camera will be used. Tasks can be completely different and you need to come to terms with the fact that there is simply no absolutely universal camera. There are only cameras that are suitable for solving certain tasks or not suitable. For example, to go on a picnic with friends, it is absolutely not necessary to bring a professional SLR there (although there are enthusiasts), an inexpensive soap dish or even a smartphone is quite enough - after all, photos from such events, as a rule, do not go further social networks and home photo albums. In this case the best camera there will be one that is always at hand.

For professional purposes, the requirements for technique vary considerably depending on the genre of shooting. To shoot a reportage, you need a high burst speed and the ability to take pictures handheld in low light, for a landscape - maximum clarity and depth of colors, for a portrait - high-quality reproduction of skin color and the ability to get a beautiful background blur, for macro photography - the ability to focus on very close object, and so on. Naturally, all these possibilities cannot be realized in one camera with a single lens. Thus, choosing the best option for a camera is always a compromise between the capabilities of technology, its size, ease of use and price.

Classes of digital cameras

One of the main criteria by which cameras are divided into different classes is physical size of the matrix. It is not measured in megapixels, but in millimeters (or inches). It is this parameter that has a decisive influence on the quality of photographs - color reproduction, noise level, dynamic range. Traditionally, it was believed that for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras a large matrix is ​​good, for soap dishes a small matrix is ​​bad. Now this division is very conditional, since many compact cameras have matrices comparable in size to amateur DSLRs and mirrorless cameras.

Conventionally, digital cameras can be divided into several classes.

Cameras in smartphones

In recent years, a steady trend has been observed on the market - smartphones are slowly but surely replacing compact cameras. And there are good reasons for this:

• Smartphone always at hand
• The photo quality of most smartphones is sufficient for printing in a small format (for those who are used to it) and posting photos on social networks
• Built-in photo processing capabilities eliminate the need for a graphics editor on a PC
• Photos do not have to be printed - they are quite convenient to view on a smartphone
• The issue of saving photos is solved by connecting cloud storage
• It is convenient to share photos - via the Internet and via bluetooth

If you are going to take photos "for home, for family, for friends", the best choice is a smartphone with a good camera, and this is no joke! The only drawback of the smartphone is the lack of zoom, although there are models with two lenses - one for wide shots, the other for close-ups. Such devices are more expensive, but they successfully solve 99% of the tasks of amateur photography.

Amateur compact entry-level cameras ("soap dishes")

Against the backdrop of the growth of smartphone capabilities, this class of cameras can be safely considered endangered. The demand for them is kept "by inertia", but, I think, within a couple of years it will completely disappear. Camera manufacturers are well aware of this and are gradually curtailing the production of compacts. The only subclass that is still afloat is "superzooms". These are compact cameras with 10-20 or more times optical zoom. The only advantage of such cameras over smartphones is the ability to shoot close-ups of distant objects.

The topic of choosing a superzoom has been moved (on this moment it is a bit outdated and needs to be reworked, but the general principles can be understood). If we talk about the best manufacturer of soap dishes, then in this niche there is not much difference between them. Choose from Sony, Nikon, Panasonic, Canon, Olympus. The quality of the photos will be the same, the difference is only in appearance.

Some entry-level compact cameras have a full range of manual settings. This is primarily aimed at those amateur photographers who want to learn how to photograph, however, the value of manual settings for such cameras is often greatly exaggerated. The presence of a programmable exposure mode (P), as a rule, covers 99% of the needs of an enthusiastic amateur photographer - verified from our own experience.

If you want to do artistic photography, I strongly recommend not to mess with "small" cameras. The picture quality will be acceptable only outdoors in daylight. When lighting conditions deteriorate, the quality of photographs deteriorates rapidly. Photos from these devices are difficult to process in Photoshop, because even with minor manipulations with brightness, contrast, saturation, artifacts begin to appear - color distortion, increased noise level, "steps" on smooth color transitions.

Cameras for advanced amateurs

This niche is the most diverse, it contains at least three subgroups, in varying degrees, competing with each other in terms of their capabilities.

"Top soap dishes"

These are compact devices with an oversized matrix and non-replaceable optics. According to their declared characteristics, they seem to be inferior to entry-level amateur devices (see above) - they have fewer megapixels, the zoom ratio rarely exceeds 3-5 times, sometimes they have worse video capabilities, but they do their job more honestly and with better quality - and namely, they provide better detail and color reproduction than entry-level devices. All this is due to a larger matrix and a better lens.

Among the top compacts, in my opinion, Sony, Panasonic, Canon are the most successful.

Another advantage of the "top" compacts (as well as all the groups listed below) is the ability to shoot in RAW format. What is RAW, we will briefly analyze a little later, but for now, just take my word for it - this is a very useful feature for which you can sacrifice the zoom ratio, rotary / touch screen, not to mention the "trendy chips" such as Wi-Fi, GPS, etc. .P.

"Top" compacts take excellent pictures during the day on the street, indoors with them you can also achieve acceptable photo quality. The merit of everything is a higher quality matrix of an increased size (from 2/3 "to 1") - the larger, the better, but also more expensive.

Almost all compacts this class can shoot in RAW. The presence of the RAW format opens great opportunities to stretch photos to an acceptable level of quality. The only limitation is that most devices in this niche are not able to provide beautiful and powerful background blur (bokeh) where it is needed (for example, in a portrait or when shooting close-ups). To "make bokeh" in photographs, you need a device with an even larger matrix and fast lens. For more information on choosing an entry-level or advanced point-and-shoot camera, see the Best Compact Cameras article.

Mirrorless

Mirrorless - in fact, these are the same "top" compacts, only with interchangeable lenses. The main advantage of mirrorless cameras is their "consistency". This is a constructor in which the carcass acts as a base and you can hang a lot of interesting things on it - lenses, flash, video light, microphone, additional screen. Another question, this "interesting" costs extra money, and the cost of the kit can many times exceed the cost of the carcass :)

Modern mirrorless cameras have matrices ranging in size from 4/3 "(crop 2) to "full frame". Recently, even medium format system cameras have appeared. The cost of owning a system significantly correlates with the size of the sensor - the smaller the crop, the more expensive the optics. Sometimes noticeably more expensive!

If we talk about manufacturers, I would recommend first of all to look towards Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, Fujifilm. These manufacturers entered the "mirrorless" niche earlier than others and, in this regard, they have a wider choice of additional lenses and accessories than Canon and Nikon.

A modern mirrorless camera is a fast, reliable and functional device that is not inferior in image quality and speed to SLR cameras (and in some ways even surpasses them) and at the same time is much lighter and more compact. The main disadvantage of most mirrorless cameras is that in the pursuit of compactness, many physical controls (buttons, wheels) are often replaced with software ones (menu items). Since the functionality of mirrorless cameras is very high, the menu becomes multi-level and complex - this makes life difficult for the photographer if you need to photograph something in non-standard conditions, when the standard settings and presets cannot provide the correct result. But this is more the exception than the rule. In my opinion, if you need a device "for every day", a mirrorless camera will be the most practical solution.

Having at my disposal a reflex Canon EOS 5D ("full frame") and mirrorless (Micro 4/3), I prefer the latter on most trips and light walks, as well as for amateur home shooting, and I can say that the technical quality of photographs of a modern mirrorless camera no worse than a 13-year-old full-frame "dinosaur".

SLR Cameras

SLRs- devices in which a shutter with a movable or fixed mirror is used, through which the picture that the lens sees is projected into the viewfinder. This design has an advanced age, however, it has very successfully taken root in digital.

DSLRs have not had any objective significant advantages over system cameras for a long time, however, due to the large number of available optics, DSLRs are still in steady demand.

SLRs have taken root in the field of professional photography - for professional photographers, not only the number of functions of the camera is important, but also the ease of access to them (it's easier to press a button than to climb the menu every time!). And the autofocus of advanced DSLRs in difficult conditions works faster and more accurately than mirrorless cameras. The main disadvantage of a DSLR is its size and weight, although some models are very compact and comparable in size to top compacts (for example, Canon ESO 100D). If this drawback is not critical, the purchase of a DSLR is fully justified, otherwise it is better to look towards mirrorless cameras.

Among the manufacturers of DSLRs, Canon and Nikon traditionally share the palm, I recommend considering these manufacturers first of all. Not because Sony and Pentax DSLRs are bad - not at all! The question is that over time you will want to buy a new lens for your camera. If you have a Canon or Nikon, you can buy a lens at any photo store (after finding out where it is cheaper) or used on Avito. Sony has a worse situation - optics, in principle, are on sale, but the range is smaller and prices can be higher. Pentax - a separate song! The devices themselves are very interesting, but to find the right optics for them on sale, you need to try very hard.

DSLRs hold the record for battery life, as the matrix "turns on" only at the moment the shutter is opened. For other classes of cameras, the matrix always works to transfer the picture to the screen. DSLRs also have a LiveView mode, in which the camera works like a "soap box" and shows the picture not in the viewfinder, but on the screen. At the same time, energy consumption increases accordingly.

If you try to look ahead, then in five years if SLR cameras do not disappear at all, then with 90% probability they will leave the amateur segment - they will be "taken out" by system cameras. The professional niche will also see a decline in the popularity of SLR cameras. It is no accident that the leading photo manufacturers have mobilized their forces to produce full-frame system cameras and optics for them!

In light of the above, I advise you to think carefully about the advisability of buying an advanced SLR camera for amateur use. In the secondary market, the demand for DSLRs has already noticeably decreased - used professional cameras are like new amateur ones, but no one buys them and is not even interested. And what will happen in a few years?

Cameras for enthusiastic amateurs and professionals

This niche is also very diverse. The main characteristic feature of these devices is the presence of some unique opportunities, for which people are willing to pay 2, 3 and even 10 times more than for middle-class equipment. Everyone has different requests - someone needs a full-frame sensor (mostly professional portraitists, landscape painters, wedding photographers), someone needs an image component (most often, wealthy people, for whom the main criterion in choosing is "so that the camera is pleasant to hold in hands" - it is for them that compact stylish "image" devices are created).

Full-frame cameras provide the best image quality and are therefore very popular among professional photographers and photo-advanced amateurs. If earlier this niche was dominated by Canon and Nikon DSLRs, now mirrorless devices are beginning to penetrate it. Sony Alpha A7 is the first swallow, a full-frame mirrorless camera for a sane cost for a full frame. The "vintage" Leica is a fashion device "for the rich", however, it has a full-frame sensor and quite good photographic capabilities.

The screenshot was taken when the dollar cost 33 rubles :) Now the cost of such a Leica is from 600 thousand rubles. I will modestly keep silent about the practicality of such an acquisition, for the price of one Leica M carcass you can buy a professional Canon or Nikon DSLR with a professional lens (or even several).

If you are aiming for a full frame, keep in mind that its capabilities are fully realized only with high-quality optics, which can cost comparable to the camera, and sometimes much more. Buying a full frame for amateur home shooting is not the most practical investment. If you are a beginner, it is better to buy simpler equipment, and invest the difference in price in photography training. If you have photographic experience and the desire to improve yourself, a full-frame camera will be a great tool in your hands!

Added on 05/15/2018

Recently, one of the readers made a remark to me that I did not consider in this article another category of professional equipment - medium format cameras. I must say right away that I am a little far from this topic and have only superficial knowledge about this technique. Medium format cameras have a matrix on average 1.5 times larger than the "full frame", their own fleet of optics and additional equipment. The cost of a full-fledged kit for shooting on a "medium format" can exceed the cost of a new foreign car, so it's no wonder that the demand for this technique, even in the professional niche, is small compared to the same full-frame DSLRs.

Shooting on a "medium format" is characterized by slowness, the use of slow shutter speeds and strongly (by "cropped" standards) clamped apertures. The reward for this will be images with tremendous detail (40-50 megapixels or more), perfect perspective transfer (since 50 mm on a medium format is a very wide-angle lens), and if you want to blur the background, then you can do wonders.

Conclusion. Which camera is right for whom?

So, it's time to draw a line under all of the above. Let's try to summarize the most typical options in a table. The options are "basic", depending on your preferences, they can be combined with each other. The table shows the approximate models of cameras that are suitable for this role. Sometimes I referred to entire families of cameras. I did not have a goal to list everything that fits - just designate a class of equipment, among which you need to look for options.

On this, I think, we can finish. Good luck with your choice of camera and more good pictures!

About my help in choosing a camera

Until recently, I provided a consultation service on choosing a camera according to your criteria. Now I am her do not provide. In view of my busy schedule, I no longer have the opportunity to regularly get acquainted with the latest in the photo industry, attend presentations and exhibitions of new products. Therefore, the maximum that I can offer you is to look again at the table above, or send a link to Yandex.Market with a selection of cameras with characteristics that suit your tasks.

In our article, we will look at several camera models that deserve the highest praise. All of them cost a lot of money, but have completely different functionality. The high price is not always due to the super-modern technical stuffing, but there are many people in the world who are ready to pay a tidy sum for a rarity or one of the exhibits of a limited collection.

It is difficult to name the most expensive camera in the world, because there are many models belonging to different categories. We will distribute the most interesting samples by class and consider each of them.

Equipment for advanced beginners and novice pros

Some photographers classify such models as semi-professional, but there is simply no classifier as such. Therefore, we allow ourselves to use this conditional and not entirely clear definition.

It includes only a few models. First of all, this is the D4, for which today you will have to shell out about $ 6,000. This is a full-frame camera that can be seen in the hands of many reporters, family and wedding photographers, and journalists.

It will cost almost twice as much. In it you will find two slots for memory cards, and rummaging through the settings, you will find several shooting modes. The body, glass, shutter, all components and mechanisms are well-made and reliable. You can work with this camera even at minus 10.

Mamiya ZD is an excellent modern technique, devoid of unnecessary details. Its 21-megapixel camera has a huge resource even by the most modern standards. The price tag for this camera, like the previous one, ranges from 10-10.5 thousand dollars.

Unlike our next category of equipment, absolutely in all three cases the price is due solely to technical characteristics. You can be sure that you give money only for quality.

Luxurious decoration

The most expensive camera in the world may not necessarily take the most beautiful photos. Moreover, some of these models will not be able to take a single frame, even the most seedy one. But they look just like a king! However, the models we are considering are capable of something.

The Gold Nikon FA with a stock 50mm/f1.4 lens was released in 1984 with a run of 2,000 pieces. He also had a predecessor (FM), which did not get into free sale at all. Today you can find a model of the FA series at the auction, the price will be an average of 150-200 thousand rubles. But this camera with film and modest performance characteristics is certainly not for those who earn extra money shooting love stories on weekends. Don't expect top notch from her. But if you dream of a beautiful trinket trimmed with lizard skin and 24 carat gold, be sure to pay attention to this camera.

Sigma SD1 Wood Edition is quite a modern DSLR, the characteristics of which are unlikely to interest a professional. The company, by the way, produces an absolute analogue of this model, made from the most common materials. But mark Wood Edition speaks of the luxurious finish of the device with the noble wood of the amboyna burl. The camera looks very elegant and stylish. However, even if you are ready to part with ten thousand dollars for her sake, do not rush to rejoice. There are only 10 such cameras in the world, and today all of them have already found their owners.

One of the most expensive is the Pentax LX Gold camera, the average price of which is 11.5 thousand euros. It is trimmed with excellent patent leather and 18 carat gold, besides it is limited (circulation in 1981 was 300 pieces).

Wrapped in leather and Leica M9 Neiman Marcus Edition. Gold was not used in the production, but the outer lens is made of sapphire glass. Today, one of the 50 released cameras can only be found at some foreign auction for a lot of money. A few years ago, the price in the catalog of expensive gifts was 17.5 thousand dollars.

"Soap dish" among the best

Oddly enough, the “soap box” also got into the company of the most advanced, rare and richly decorated cameras. You can’t call it ordinary, because 380 diamonds flaunt on the case. Canon Diamond IXUS is the most expensive digital camera in its class, as you will have to pay at least 40,000 euros for it. about any technical features do not have to speak.

Instant Print

Many of those who caught the crisis of the nineties in their lifetime will surely remember the miracle of miracles that Polaroid seemed to be in those days. The price for it was relatively low, but it seemed simply impossible to get it in the provinces. This camera, capable of immediately printing captured images, was the dream of millions of workers. Its main disadvantage was the inaccessibility and even higher cost of diskettes. Today, the camera has no particular value (on average, it will cost 250-1500 rubles). But the manufacturer decided to develop the idea.

The Socialmatic model from the Polaroid company, the price of which is approximately 11-12 thousand rubles, is the best in the class. As in the old days, the camera itself is able to print photos.

The most expensive professional cameras

The Canon EOS 5D Mark is one of the most popular SLR cameras in the world. On average, the price of a carcass will be about 30 thousand dollars, and you will determine the final cost only by choosing a lens. Professionals call this camera one of the best in the world. Even if you use a regular kit, you will have great opportunities when shooting portrait and panorama, still life and macro, as well as video. What can we say about professional branded optics!

Leica S2-P Camera, main feature which is an advanced sensor of 37.5 megapixels, has another major advantage. The manufacturing company provides customers with a "platinum warranty", which implies full technical support and even a worthy replacement for the period of repair or maintenance work. The price of the gadget is $30 thousand.

The $40,000 Panoscan MK-3 Digital 360 Degree Panoramic lets you shoot 360-degree panoramas. It works about 8 times faster than analogues and is recommended by the manufacturer not only for lovers of beautiful shots, but also for forensic experts.

The 60.5-megapixel sensor of the Phase One P65+Back camera is a serious contender for victory. This device is not only one of the most expensive (40 thousand dollars for the "body"), but definitely one of the best in its class. It is developed after a complete analysis of the disadvantages and advantages of all prototypes, and is also equipped with a unique function of its kind Sensor+.

The Hasselblad H4D-200MS Digital Camera will cost no less than $40,000. The price is due to the presence of a 50 megapixel sensor and the ability to take pictures with a resolution of 200 megapixels. Unique technology Multi Shot is a proprietary development of the company and significantly increases the speed of the camera.

The Seitz 6×17” Digital Panoramic Camera is the most expensive panorama compact camera. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that it is devoid of tripods, levers and rotary handles for rotation. The resolution of the device reaches 160 megapixels, and the price slightly exceeds 43 thousand dollars.

Real rarity

Susse Frères Daguerreotype is the grandfather of all modern photography. It was found quite by accident, and according to experts, none of its analogues have survived to this day. The "Old Man" was assembled back in 1839, so there is no question even of a film. The captured image was first transferred to a polished plate using a reagent. Then there was the process of developing and printing on paper.

This rarity, one of a kind, left the auction for 978 thousand dollars. Today it can be seen in one of the museums in Vienna.

"Leika" No. 0

The equipment produced by this company has never been distinguished by a budget price. The Leica 0-Serie Nr.107 was no exception, which was valued at 500,000 before the auction, but an anonymous buyer from Asia laid out almost four times more for it - 1.9 million dollars. At the moment it is the most expensive camera in the world known to experts. Its main competitor (manufactured by Pentax) left the auction for 1.8 million, also to an anonymous buyer.

Is there a price limit for photographic equipment?

If you choose a good modern technology for work and decide to buy the most expensive SLR camera in the world, be prepared for the fact that the starting price is not the limit. Any photographer knows how much money you have to invest in your favorite business. We have considered only a few models, but often professional lenses cost no less than the camera itself. The work will need many more attributes: tripods, wardrobe trunks, lighting equipment and much more.

However, behind all this, one should not forget that even the most expensive camera in the world is just a tool in the hands of a person. No camera will guarantee a good result and will not become more significant than real professionalism, love of art and craftsmanship.

In 2018, many models of cameras appeared on the market, in connection with this, competition between giant manufacturers has noticeably intensified, and the answer to the question is now ambiguous

Many models of cameras have appeared on the market, in connection with this, competition between giant manufacturers has noticeably intensified, and the answer to the question - what best camera for the 2018 lover, is now ambiguous. In order not to be inferior to other brands, leading companies are constantly increasing technical specifications their offspring and improve them. You can see more and more impressive sets of numbers and letters in the description of the characteristics, but for an inexperienced user, the acquisition of such a camera often turns into a lottery.

It would seem that the choice is huge, but how not to get confused among this variety and choose the option, worthy of attention? Let's consider further.

Features of choice: what to look for

The most rational way out of the situation will be to use the knowledge of people who already have practical experience. The article will consider the best representatives of the market, while using competent opinions practitioners.

Minimum parameters

For a good modern camera, a number of minimum characteristics have been created:

• Resolution - >= 10 MP;
• Matrix - >= 2/3'';
• ISO setting - >= 100;
• Focus - 24 * 85;
• Zoom more than 3x.

Advice!Of course, these figures play only a relative role: 20 megapixels in the case of a small matrix will lead to a worse result than 10 megapixels with a large matrix. Depending on the indicator of sensitivity to light, the image quality of the image will depend on how skillful the master uses the device.

How to start buying a camera

Buying a conventional device

The first thing you should pay attention to is the purpose of acquiring and using a camera. The intended purpose may be different, and this must be taken into account, since universal model(for everything and at once) does not actually exist.

Advice! To treat yourself and friends to a photo session during a picnic from time to time, it is not necessary to bring an expensive professional-level mirror device with you, just take an ordinary soap dish or a high-quality smartphone with a good camera.

Professional cameras

If there are goals and objectives of a professional nature, then the requirements for equipment are slightly higher and depend on the genre in which the shooting is carried out.

• To shoot a short report, take a few photos, you need to take a more expensive device with high performance;
• If you plan to shoot a landscape, it is important to choose the maximum clarity and color depth settings;
• For portrait shooting, it is worthwhile to ensure high-quality reproduction of skin color and good blur in the background;
• For macro photography, the ability to focus on an object that is close is important.

Of course, each of the possibilities cannot be implemented in one camera, designed to solve only certain tasks.

Classification of digital cameras

The main criteria by which an objective assessment of the quality and performance of equipment is carried out is the physical size of the matrix. Traditionally, its measurement is carried out in mm or inches, it is due to this parameter that the quality parameters of the photo are affected:

• color rendering features;
• noise level indicator;
• dynamic range.

Good qualities are demonstrated by the technique in the process of shooting, even in the case of low lighting. Based on the dimensional parameter of the matrix, cameras are divided into classes.

Amateur models for beginners

This category includes most digital point-and-shoot cameras that cost up to 15,000 rubles. According to all the characteristics, the "insides" of these elements of technology can be compared with each other, "on paper" they always look impressive. A significant drawback of these devices is the insufficient physical size of the matrix, equal to 1/2 ''. If we add a high resolution to this parameter, then in general the technique can be considered equipped with a number of disadvantages.

• Lower ISO sensitivity;
• degraded image quality in low light;
• the occurrence of digital noise;
• noticeable deterioration in sharpness and color reproduction;
• narrow scope of the obtained images;
• lack of background blur option;
• "flat" view of the picture without the possibility of transferring volume.

Despite the complex of shortcomings, the "soap box" can become good option in the absence of creative tasks in front of you and the presence of a minimum goal. The model is inexpensive, and for best quality it is worth giving preference to a model equipped with an increased magnification.

Professional models for photographers

Even non-professionals prefer expensive mirror devices to soap dishes. It is impossible to find such models cheaper than 20,000 rubles. But their advantages over the previous class are obvious.

• A large number of options, including background blur;
• decent image quality;
• large matrix size;
• excellent color reproduction;
• increased sensitivity.

Let's consider several good models among representatives of each class in order to understand the range of the market and be able to navigate it.

The best cameras: rating of 10 models

All the models under consideration will “rise” on the price tag – from the cheapest options to more expensive models.

Canon Digital IXUS 160

The model is one of the most budgetary on the market, in connection with this it has gained tremendous popularity.

Characteristics:

• Matrix - 20.5 MP;
• Physical size - 1/2 .3'';
• ZOOM - 8 times;
• ISO setting - 100-1600;
• Automation is present.

After pressing the power button, the shutter is released quickly. The camera will be the best solution for novice users. The average cost of a product is 10-14 thousand rubles.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830

The matrix size is 20.5 megapixels. The device has a lens with a long focus distance ZOOM 8. Auto focus often has misses, which significantly spoils the overall picture, but due to the entry level of this camera, such shortcomings can be forgiven. The cost of the model is about 12,000 rubles.

Nikon Cool pix L430

This camera is the most affordable of the super zooms. Features a 28x magnification and decent focal length. Despite such indicators, there are problems in use, since the matrix with the rest of the characteristics will not easily cope. The price category is attractive for the average buyer: to become the owner of the Nikon Cool pix L430 model, you have to pay 12-14 thousand rubles.

It's important to know! By the way, the Canon Power Shot SX410 IS device fell into a similar price category, which shares an honorable third place with the model in question. Both options are ideal for daytime shooting.

Sony Cyber ​​Shot DSC-H300

The model has a 35x zoom and good speed performance for the category in question. Takes 8 frames in one second. The maximum ISO declared by the manufacturer is 3200, which does not allow you to take a decent picture, but at ISO400 the image is very impressive. The model is more expensive than its predecessors, the price is 17-18 thousand rubles.

Nikon Cool pix P610

This is a premium camera with decent image quality. The peculiarity of the model is that with a standard matrix size of 2/3 '', the developers were able to limit themselves to a resolution of 16 megapixels, which made it possible to make a significant increase of 60 times. The functionality of the device is at a high level, the set of options impresses the average user.

• Possibility of manual settings;
• Internet connection via WI-FI;
• increased high-speed shooting mode - 7 frames per second;
• automatic focusing on objects;
• other "chips" characteristic of expensive equipment.

The cost is from 25 thousand rubles, but the quality of shooting and advanced functionality of the model will definitely appeal to you.

Canon Power Shot SX60

This model belongs to an even higher price category, but still deserves special attention and respect. An ambiguous decision was the use of a 65x zoom with a small matrix size, but the presence of a high-quality stabilizer copes with the solution of the situation. You can highlight a small indicator of the range of focus distance and the possibility of shooting video in HDR mode. The cost of the camera is 23,000 rubles.

Olympus Tough TG-850HS

The following models are in the middle price category, you can find an exception to the rule in the form of budget options, for example, the exquisite Olympus Tough TG-850 HS camera. The rugged camera, equipped with a swivel screen and Full HD video capture, allows users to enjoy high quality images. For such a price, ranging from 15 000 rubles, more advanced models are not offered on the domestic market. The technique is the best option for working in especially extreme conditions.

Olympus Tough TG-4

Despite the common manufacturer, compared to the previous model, this option is identical, but it costs much more - about 27 000 rubles. The camera is equipped with extensive functionality, among the additional options, there are several pleasant moments.

• The optimal aperture ratio is F2.0;
• the ability to quickly turn on and focus;
• maintaining RAW mode;
• the ability to connect to the Internet;
• white balancing in manual mode;
• high video format - HDR;
• other useful and relevant features.

The model is ideal for any conditions, including for use by the whole family.

Sony Cyber ​​Shot DSC-TX30

The model is interesting for its price category, has an ultra-thin body (1.5 cm) and is suitable for use under water. The camera was built using a CMOS-sized sensor, and with a resolution of 18.9 megapixels, an optimal result is obtained, in particular, under water. In addition, the model is equipped with high aperture ratios and a good range of focus distances. The picture can be shot in Full HD mode, which makes the model preferred by many users. You will have to pay for this device 25 000 rubles.

Fujifilm X100T

The sensor of this model is called X-trans, the resolution is 16.3 megapixels, there are a number of additional options.

• Primary color filter;
• auto focus sensors;
• high level of focus;
• decent color reproduction;
• fixed focus distance 35 mm;
• electronic rangefinder;
• affordable price - 28 000 rubles;
• abundance of control systems.

All models have their own characteristics. Knowing by what parameters and how to choose a camera, you will not get lost in the variety offered and will be able to buy a truly useful product.

Best compact cameras 2018: video

Hasselblad H4D 200MS is top model camera from one of the best manufacturers in the world. The camera has an astonishing 200 million pixels of resolution for amazing photos. A real technological breakthrough in this model is the sensor, perfectly positioned with the help of piezoelectric activators. The camera can take pictures up to 200 megapixels, perfectly reproducing all colors with the absence of any kind of noise.

The price of this expensive camera is…

… $45,000.

The stunning resolution of the Hasselblad H4D-200MS delivers unparalleled detail for product and studio photography. The Hasselblad H4D-200MS is the ultimate tool for any photographic task that requires an absolute level of detail, from demanding auto shots to high-tech brand photography and museum reproductions. Images taken from the H4D-200MS camera guarantee true colors and no moiré directly from the camera and an amazing degree of detail.

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The H4D-200MS is not just a dedicated camera, it also includes all the features of the H4D-50 and H4D-50MS - True Focus, Ultra Focus, Digital Lens Correction plus a host of other dedicated technologies from the H4D line that make it unrivaled digital system that combines three separate image capture and processing modes:

• Normal single-frame shooting with a resolution of 50 megapixels.

• Quadruple multi shot for enhanced detail in still images.

• Six times multi-shot with 200Mpix image acquisition, which provides ultra high resolution when shooting still objects.

Thanks to the presence of three different modes, the digital system is able not only to shoot still objects with incredible resolution, but also to work simply by hand in normal conditions or in nature, creating full-fledged medium format digital images. And that's not all.

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With the release of the H4D-200MS, Hasselblad is once again raising the bar when it comes to high resolution imaging. The H4D-200MS digital system builds on the technological success of the H4D-50MS, which uses our proprietary multi-image capture technology. Clever application of these innovative technologies provides full 200 megapixel resolution for your product and studio photography.

The H4D-200MS digital system uses a 50Mpix sensor mounted on Hasselblad's patented symmetrical multi-shot frame that positions the digital sensor with ultra-precise piezoelectric actuators. At the time of shooting, the camera captures 6 different frames by shifting the sensor by 1 and 1.5 pixels, thereby physically forming an image of 200Mpix. Moreover, this process also eliminates problems that often occur with single frame interpolation, such as moiré and color reproduction problems, which are solved by separately capturing each of the three color channels - red, green and blue, and then combining the information in the resulting file. The stunning detail of this image opens new creative and commercial doors for any type of photography where detail and resolution are critical, from staged car shots to museum reproductions. In addition to a resolution of 200Mpix, this multi-shot provides full color rendition and no moiré with unrivaled image detail.

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The more digital photography pushes the boundaries of the image, the more obvious the benefits of larger format cameras. The Hasselblad H4D-200MS is equipped with one of the largest digital image sensors in existence today, the physical size of which is more than double that of a 35mm camera sensor. Such a sensor consists of a much larger number of pixels, providing the highest possible image quality with no moiré, without losing color on contrast-lit surfaces.

Equipped with Ultra-Focus motors, the H4D-200M digital system harnesses the full potential of the Hasselblad H-line lenses, delivering significantly shallower depth of field, making any creative vision much easier to achieve.

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In addition, our proprietary Digital Lens Correction (DAC) technology works in conjunction with Hasselblad Phocus software to automatically remove any chromatic aberration, distortion, and vignetting. All 11 lenses in the Hasselblad H System range are center shutter lenses, allowing you to sync your camera to the flash at shutter speeds up to 1/800s and reduce possible camera shake. The new HCD 28mm and 35-90mm lenses have been specially optimized for digital sensors with a physical size of 36 x 48mm, making them more compact and ideal for ultra high resolution shooting.

The H4D-200MS system digital back can be used on a range of cameras using the Hasselblad H adapter. The back can work with electronic shutters from Rollei and Schneider, or operate autonomously, responding to the shutter via a flash sync signal. Another operating configuration is Phocus software control, in which case the electronic shutter will be fully controlled from a personal computer.

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The H4D-200MS digital system offers a range of dedicated camera control functions to provide a perfect new level the flexibility of the shooting process. These features include:

• Live video for easier adjustment of shooting parameters and working area, or for controlling the lens focus drive when the camera is at a distance.

• New built-in metadata (GPS, HTS 1.5, etc.). Enhanced metadata is included with all Phocus images and enables accurate and detailed cataloging, indexing, and ease of management. Metadata extensions include new GPS features, which in turn provide access to a number of new features, such as outputting data directly to Google Earth for convenient geographic positioning and searching.

• Perfect viewing quality. In high quality photography, what you see with your own eyes is what should appear in the image. Following this principle, our Phocus Viewer software is designed to provide a quality view of every detail. Phocus Viewer also allows you to customize the layout and composition of your workspace to suit your current needs, ensuring that the workspace is the most ideal for the task at hand.

Today, being the owner of a camera, many do not even think that in addition to the usual serial models, there are collectible options. Do you know what is the most expensive camera in the world, what does it look like, what is the reason for such a fabulous cost?

Unique and rare equipment

Some devices have a unique design, created in a single or minimal quantity. Often such expensive equipment is of historical value, while it is not used for its intended purpose. There are also copies made with all the latest advances in photography. The pictures taken with their help are real works of art.

A good photographer is a harmonious combination of experience, talent and high-quality equipment. Of course, there is an exception to every rule. Today there are masters of their craft who create masterpieces with the help of ordinary SLR cameras. But still, a top-notch professional camera has something special that makes it very expensive and valuable.

What does the best camera look like?

Man always strives to create something interesting and unusual. Chicago photographer Dennis Manaki spent ten years creating a huge camera. As a result, he managed to create a real masterpiece, which has gigantic dimensions for a camera: the width was 3.66 m, the length was 10.66 m. Moving such a giant is possible only with the help of a huge van. Another feature is that the workflow takes quite a long time.

It is noteworthy that this cassette device resembles a classic harmonica, is operational, and perfectly copes with the tasks assigned to it. The pictures taken with this technique are of excellent quality, even the smallest details can be seen on them. The camera "The Eye of America" ​​- the largest to date, has been in the Guinness Book of Records since November 2013.

Currently, the Americans are developing a camera with a huge resolution of 3.2 gigapixels. Can such a device be imagined? Surely it is difficult to evaluate figures incomprehensible to the mind. Such a camera, the most powerful in the world, will be mounted on a reflex telescope. To appreciate its uniqueness, it is enough to imagine an image that will fit simultaneously on one and a half thousand Full HD monitors. Of course, such a camera will not be compact. Most likely, the weight of the device will be several tons, and the dimensions will be comparable to the size of an average passenger car.

In the world of any kind of technology, there are legendary firms that stood either at the origins of the creation of certain products, or are a guarantee of the highest quality. It cannot be said that the first cameras from Leika, which appeared for the first time in 1925, immediately gained popularity. However, thanks to the diligent aspirations of the designers, the products became truly technically perfect, soon becoming a quality standard. Superergonomics, smooth operation of parts and assemblies, noiselessness and reliability are the main features of the watering cans. That is why the products of this company are so valued and loved by collectors.

Leica 0-Serie Nr.107 is the most expensive camera in the world. The model was released in 1923, despite the starting price of 300 thousand euros, it was sold at auction for a record amount of 2,160,000 euros (including auction fees).

The Daguerreotype camera is rightfully considered a pioneer in the photography industry. This antique copy, which cost only 350 francs at the beginning of its life, was sold at auction for $760,000. Naturally, the value of this device is not at all in the technologies used. He became the first commercial copy, and made by hand.

Canon Diamond IXUS is the tenth in the list of cameras released specifically for the tenth anniversary of this series. The uniqueness of the device in an exclusive luxurious case. Due to the huge number of diamonds (380 stones), the cost of this model was 35 thousand euros.

An overview of expensive equipment is impossible without Pentax LX Gold. The case of this device is made of pure gold 750, decorated with crocodile skin. It was complemented by a golden lens and an exquisite box made of expensive woods, padded with red velvet. The cost of the device is over 11 thousand euros, their release amounted to only 300 copies. Naturally, technically this camera is considered obsolete. Only collectors can truly appreciate the value of this device.

The most advanced modern cameras

The Nikon D4 is the ultimate $6,000 full-frame reportage camera (without lens). This device is highly appreciated by professional photographers involved in artistic shooting. The device has an LCD display, a highly sensitive sensor with a resolution of 16.2 megapixels. Seeds pass at a speed of 11 frames per second, the sensitivity range is within 100-12800 ISO units. The camera guarantees excellent color tones, allows you to shoot a fairly high-quality video, supports wireless local area networks.

A distinctive feature of the Pentax 645D is support for various types of interchangeable optics, a 40-megapixel sensor that guarantees high resolution, good light sensitivity and excellent color elaboration. This device is not easy to call. The case of the device looks monolithic, in the places where the parts are joined, there are special rubber membranes to prevent moisture and dust from getting inside. This device can be used both in the studio and outside. He will perfectly cope with the tasks assigned to him, even in rainy weather. A well-thought-out and comfortable model is highly appreciated by professional photographers. The cost of the device is about 10 thousand dollars.

The Leica M9 is the coolest non-mirror camera ever. This compact model looks very attractive and stylish. The device is equipped with a rangefinder viewfinder, full-frame sensor with high resolution. 18 megapixel feature CCD-matrix - no noise, high sensitivity, excellent image quality. Many photographers appreciate this model for the feature of attaching the lens to the camera. The mount allows you to use almost all lenses in the collection. The only negative can be considered too tiny a 2.5-inch LCD display. Such too small sizes outwardly look somewhat outdated, this toy will cost the buyer 13 thousand euros.

The Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III is ideal for commercial shooting. The cost of such a device is about 12,000 dollars. This professional DSLR is equipped with a 16-megapixel sensor, shoots at a speed of 4 frames / second. The image is processed by two Digic III processors, the length of the series reaches 56 frames. The presence of a USB output allows you to connect the device to a personal computer.

The Mamiya DM33 medium format camera is considered the best of its kind. It has a resolution of 33 megapixels, matrix dimensions - 48x36 mm, liquid crystal display - 3.5 inches. The device impresses with lightness, ergonomics and ease of operation. Despite its compactness and light weight, this option is not entirely suitable for reporter work. By shelling out about $20,000 for this model, you will be able to create unique, highly artistic shots.

Feature of Leica S2-P is, first of all, laconicism. Here you won't see huge amount levers, buttons and dials. However, having got to know each other better, you gradually begin to understand: all the necessary settings are still “at hand”. The DSLR is equipped with a sensor with a resolution of 37.5 megapixels; an LCD display is used to view the footage. The photographer will definitely evaluate the performance of the battery. This camera is not afraid of exposure to dust, as it has a reliable moisture and dustproof housing. The cost of such a digital camera is solid, the buyer will have to pay over 25 thousand dollars for this unit.

The Panoscan MK-3 Digital 360 Degree Panoramic Camera is not cheap, because its price reaches $40,000. The uniqueness of this device is the ability to create panoramic photos, and with coverage equal to 360 degrees. Using a special processor allows you to take a panoramic photo in just eight seconds. This device is irreplaceable where it is necessary to perform large landscape shootings. This expensive toy is hardly affordable for both ordinary photographers and pros. The scope of this camera is military industry(creating accurate maps of the area) and law enforcement (filming crime scenes).

The Seitz 6×17” Digital Panoramic Camera is just as good at taking panoramic shots as the previous model. The device copes well with photographing various architectural objects and taking group photos. The presented version is the best camera in the world, creating magnificent panoramic pictures with a resolution of 160 megapixels without additional devices. The price of such a camera reaches 43 thousand dollars.

Hasseblad H4D-200 MS Digital Camera is a masterpiece of the photography industry and a favorite of commercial photographers. You will have to pay at least $ 45,000 for such a toy. A feature of the camera is the use of Multi-Shot technology, the uniqueness of which is the ability to sequentially take several pictures, then combine them into one photo with a resolution of 200 megapixels. Photos impress with their excellent quality, the reality of colors and the perfect detailing of the smallest details. This technique is perfect for subject and studio shooting.

The ideal camera is one of superior design, top-notch specifications and the latest features. At first glance, the cost of such a miracle technique seems overpriced and unjustified. However, real professionals will always appreciate the ingenuity of designers and engineers.