Nikon DSLR Camera Price Comparison

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Nikon DSLR camera prices are very favorable to beginner photographers, serious users looking to upgrade, and anyone wanting to move into professional photography work. Nikon cameras have been one of the most preferred camera brands for professional and serious photography since before I was born.

Nikon DSLR cameras have continued this trend of being sought-after imaging tools for serious photographers. Interestingly, Nikon DSLR camera prices are surprisingly affordable for many budgets, especially are used DSLR prices favorable for various size budgets.

I’m going to list four Nikon DSLR cameras and what makes them worth your consideration. Additionally, I’ll tell you where to find the best Nikon DSLR camera price.

For this list, I’ll highlight Nikon’s DX (APS-C) format cameras, but I’ll also list some close equivalents in FX (Full Frame) format Nikon DSLR cameras.

Beginner Nikon DSLR Camera Prices

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Entry-level Nikon DSLR cameras are very full-featured and capable for cameras targeting beginner photographers.

Case in point is the Nikon D3400 DX format DSLR which can be found in like-new condition on the online platform MPB for a very low price. Paired with the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II standard range kit zoom lens, it makes a very affordable entry-level camera for anyone starting out in serious photography.

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The camera body is small and lightweight with a built-in flash, quick AF, multi-mode exposure automation, and a DX format 24.2MP sensor providing excellent sharpness and a nice Full HD video recording mode. The kit lens is very sharp and has Nikon’s VR system for image stabilization.

It is missing some advanced features and modes that their higher-end cameras have, plus the lightweight construction is slightly less rugged than the more advanced models, but it is an entry-level camera. The Nikon DSLR camera price with a lens or two purchased as used camera gear in Like New condition will thrill you with how affordable an entire kit can be.

Enthusiast Nikon DSLR Camera Prices

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Next up is a camera with features, capabilities, and a Nikon DSLR camera price that enthusiasts will find affordable and desired: the Nikon D5600 24.2MP DX format camera.

What it adds for enthusiast photographers are an articulated rear viewscreen, extra features such as bracketing and a microphone jack, better low light performance, and slightly more rugged construction.

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Since the camera itself is a step up from entry-level, you might want to consider a wider range kit lens for it, such as the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED VR standard range zoom lens.

Keep in mind when looking at Nikon DSLR camera prices and lenses that the Nikon D3XXX series and D5XXX series of DX cameras require lenses with built-in focus motors for AF to work, the cameras do not have their own autofocus motors and the gears needed for other Nikon AF lenses.

If you’re shopping at the online platform MPB for your used Nikon fit lenses, the item description will tell you exactly what you need to know about the equipment before you click the purchase button.

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Prosumer Nikon DSLR Camera Prices

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Nikon DSLR camera prices for prosumer level cameras are among the best of any brand for this level of camera. The DX format 20.9MP Nikon D7500 is a great camera that can be used for professional photography and is also very affordable for all that it does.

Some of what the Nikon D7500 adds that makes it worthy of the label “prosumer” are expanded bracketing and other special modes, 4K video as a level above Full HD, enhanced low light performance, extra ruggedness, and a very long battery life. It also has a camera body AF motor, enabling it to fully use a wider range of Nikon, Nikkor, and third-party lenses.

It adds all of this while having a used camera body price barely higher than the enthusiast-level Nikon DSLR camera price with kit lens.

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You might pair it with a faster, prosumer level standard zoom lens such as the excellent Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM zoom lens.

Professional Nikon DSLR Camera Prices

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Lastly, we come to one of the best fully professional level APS-C (DX) format cameras I’ve ever used, the 20.9MP DX format Nikon D500 camera.

It’s been described as a crop format version of the amazing Nikon D5 FX (Full Frame) format pro camera.

The Nikon D500 adds super rugged construction, enhanced features and special modes, and superb handling in any photographic situation, from the fanciest wedding to the most extreme sports and everything in between.

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This Nikon DSLR camera price is surprisingly budget-friendly on top of everything else.

As a superb normal lens for this format, you can add the amazingly sharp and very fast AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G lens.

FX Format Nikon DSLR Camera Prices

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A DX format Nikon DSLR camera price is going to be lower, generally speaking, than an FX format Nikon. Which is why we’re mostly considering crop format APS-C DX Nikon DSLR camera prices for this review.

But if you want o know what FX format cameras are also very budget-friendly for entry-level to fully profesional, check out these Full Frame Nikon DSLR Camera prices:

Be sure to choose lenses designed for Full Frame format coverage to the most out of these fine cameras.

Used DSLR Price Advantage

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The biggest advantage to buying any of this used Nikon photographic gear from an online platform like MPB is the lower Nikon DSLR camera price. Except for collectibles, a used camera is almost always going to cost less than a brand new one, even if that used Nikon camera is in “Like New” condition.

This rule of thumb pretty much holds true for any camera or lens that a serious photographer would be using as opposed to looking at it on a shelf or behind glass. I love collectible cameras, but that is a whole other kettle of fish with all its own rules.

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For cameras we use, we want clear descriptions, accurate condition ratings, 7-day return privileges, and a 6-month warranty on most items. All of this is what the online platform MPB gives us.

With these perks, buying used gear makes perfect sense. This means you can have peace of mind while getting the Nikon DSLR camera price your budget will enjoy.