Nikon Reviews: Best Nikon DSLRs and Mirrorless Cameras

If Nikon is known for anything, it's there DSLRs. The camera giant usually makes pretty big updates every few years or so, the latest big update being the elimination of the anti-alliasing filter on their crop sensor models. While others divert their focus to the mirrorless arena, Nikon continues to offer a wide range of DSLRs. Buying a Nikon DSLR is usually a pretty safe bet.

Nikon DSLRs are designated by the D in their name. Their more basic crop or APS-C sensor cameras in recent years have four digit model names, with the D3000 line suited for beginners and the D5000 and D7000 lines advancing in both price and features from there. Nikon's full frame sensors have three digit names like the D750, but the most advanced pro models have just one number, like the D4. The Nikon Df is a bit of an outlier in both name and style, with a body that pays tribute to film.

A few of Nikon's latest DSLRs have had known issues--but the manufacturer was quick to respond and repair the cameras at no charge, with the D600 experiencing oil buildup on the sensor and the newer D750 being subject to odd lens flares. Cameras purchased after the issue was noted have been repaired already, and consumers who picked up the cameras before then were given a free repair.

Nikon has devoted less attention to their mirrorless models, but they do offer a speed that no other models can really compete with currently. The Nikon 1 V3 hits a whopping 20 fps burst speed. The trade off is that the 1 line uses a 1-inch sensor, smaller than the Micro 4/3 type and APS-C options, but that trade for speed might be worth it for some, like sports photographers that publish their work online and don't need to make big prints.

Here are the Nikon reviews for their top DSLR and mirrorless cameras.