Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Ruggedized DSLR Cameras

1. Sony a7R III Mirrorless Camera: 42.4MP Full Frame High Resolution Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Di...

User Ratings: 82 3

Sony First Impressions

"No dislikes."

I took a 3 hour workshop on how to use the camera and I am good to go. Took this camera on our family vacation to Utah national parks. I would highly recommend this Sony and bundle. 5 years I've gotten to know this groundbreaking Ruggedized DSLR Camera well. I've had the Sony for about two weeks now and it's been great!

• Sony a7R III Mirrorless Camera: 42.4MP Full Frame High Resolution Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB Solid State Drive
• INCREDIBLE DETAIL: Shoot high speed subjects at up to 10fps with continuous, accurate AF/AE tracking
• OPTIMAL LIGHT: A back illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor with gapless on chip lens collects more light. Operating Temperature: 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit / 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Sprint through projects with a 1TB Portable SSD Drive that harnesses Seagate FireCuda NV Me speeds of up to 950MB/s for 4K footage
• Tackle any terrain with extreme IP67-rated water resistance as well as dust, three-meter drop, and two-ton car crush resistance

• Editor's Impressions Of The Sony
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

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2. Canon Rebel SL3 with 18-55mm Lens Black with LaCie Rugged SSD 500GB Solid State Drive

User Ratings: 84 1

Canon First Impressions

"The bundle is perfect."

It sucks up way more battery life than the D7100/D7200. The read/write speed is seriously blazing fast. But that's what this entry level camera is all about. Absolutely great Ruggedized DSLR Camera for the price. I got it at the best price for this kit.

• Canon Rebel SL3 with 18-55mm Lens Black with LaCie Rugged SSD 500GB Solid State Drive
• Lightest, smallest EOS DSLR camera*.
• High image quality with 24. 1 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor.
• Sprint through projects with a 500GB portable SSD Drive that harnesses Seagate FireCuda NV Me speeds of up to 950MB/s for 4K footage
• Tackle any terrain with extreme IP67-rated water resistance as well as dust, three-meter drop, and two-ton car crush resistance

• Editor's Impressions Of The Canon
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

3. Sigma C41900 sd Quattro H 51 Digital SLR Camera with 3" LCD, Black

User Ratings: 64 16

Sigma C41900 First Impressions

"Very good deal!"

I love the camera and the bundle is OK. The LCD screen is easy to see on bright sunny days. Very good camera for the size. It's terrific and you won't go wrong. This Sigma C41900 takes absolutely beautiful images!

• Sigma C41900 sd Quattro H 51 Digital SLR Camera with 3" LCD, Black
• The sd Quattro is a highly unique APS-H sensor mirrorless camera designed with the Foveon Quattro sensor. This sensor is renowned for its incredible image quality and color fidelity and produces imagery comparable to that of a 51MP DSLR with a Bayer-pattern sensor
• Its new physical design touts a two mode autofocus system, utilizing phase detection and contrast detection for optimal performance while a dust & splash proof magnesium alloy body make this system rugged and ideal for harsh conditions
• While in “Auto”, a new 2.3MP viewfinder will toggle between the eye piece when the photographer raises the camera to their face and then toggle to the LCD screen as the photographer lowers the camera. The Super Fine detail mode takes full advantage of the Foveon sensor, capturing 7 different exposure in one click for the ultimate dynamic range (image can be extracted individually).
• The Sigma sd Quattro is manufactured to use the Sigma Global Vision lenses, renowned for their super IQ and performance.
• Larger APS-H sensor, Resolution equal to 51MP Bayer sensor on resolution testing, Designed to take advantage of SGV lenses with great IQ
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required.

• Editor's Impressions Of The Sigma C41900
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

4. Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16MP CMOS Digital SLR Dual Lens Kit, 18-55mm and 50-200mm (White) (OLD MO...

Pentax K-30/W First Impressions

"Solid deal."

Very versatile and swiftly configurable. I have really enjoyed putting this lens through its paces. Very versatile and swiftly configurable. If you are a point and shoot person forget it here. Pentax still services this camera.

• Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16MP CMOS Digital SLR Dual Lens Kit, 18-55mm and 50-200mm (White) (OLD MODEL)
• 16 Megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor
• Fully weather sealed through out the entire camera, not just the port and battery doors, for a rugged cold proof/weather proof SLR
• Full 1080p HD video 30/25/34 FPS, features h.264 compression, flexible exposure controls and HDR finishing options.
• ISO speeds to 25600 with minim noise
• Low profile glass pent prism viewfinder achieves a 100% optical field of view
• Batteries: 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The Pentax K-30/W
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

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5. Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera (Black) w/ 18-55mm & 70-300mm Lens + 2 X 32GB Card + Deluxe Photo Bundle

User Ratings: 73 13

K&M 1573 First Impressions

"Nice job again, K&M!"

The software also defaults to save your original pic. However on contacting K&M about it, they sent us a memory card. The extra batteries don't work all that well. The battery that does come with the camera lasts a long time. The camera is highly capable and flexible.

• Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera (Black) w/ 18-55mm & 70-300mm Lens + 2 X 32GB Card + Deluxe Photo Bundle
• This K&M Camera Bundle comes with All Standard Nikon Supplied Accessories + 1 Year Nikon USA Limited Warranty.
• Camera Box Includes: Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera (Black), AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens, AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED Lens , EN-EL14A Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery for Select Nikon Cameras, MH-24 Quick Charger, DK-25 Rubber Eyecup, AN-DC3 Camera Strap (Black), BF-1B Body Cap.
• Deluxe Photo Bundle Includes: 2 x 32GB SD Card, 0.43x High Definition Wide Angle Lens, 2.2x High Definition Tele Lens, 3 Piece Filter Kit (Ultraviolet (UV) Filter/ Circular Polarizer (CPL) Filter/ Fluorescent (FL-D) Filter), Hand Strap, Slave Flash, Camera Shoulder Bag, 3 Section Tripod (with case), UV Filter, Fiber Cloth, 3Pc Cleaning Kit, 2 Screen Protectors, Dust Blower, Lens Cleaning Pen and Memory Card Case.
• Product Highlights Camera: 24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor, EXPEED 4 Image Processor, No Optical Low-Pass Filter, Native ISO 100-25600; 5 fps Shooting, 3.0" 921k-Dot LCD Monitor, Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps, Multi-CAM 1000 11-Point AF System, SnapBridge Bluetooth Connectivity, Guide Mode and Special Effects.
• Product Highlights 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens: DX Format, 27-82.5mm (35mm Equivalent), Aperture: f/3.5-5.6 to f/22-38, Two Aspherical Elements, Super Integrated Coating, Pulse Stepping Motor AF System, VR Image Stabilization, Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm / Product Highlights 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED Lens: DX Format, 105-450mm (35mm Equivalent), Aperture: f/4.5-6.3 to f/32, One Extra-Low Dispersion Element, Super Integrated Coating, Pulse Stepping Motor AF System, Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm.

• Editor's Impressions Of The K&M 1573
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

6. Canon EOS Rebel 800D (T7i) DSLR Camera w/ 18-55mm Lens(Black) with Accessory Bundle, Package Include...

User Ratings: 50

Extreme Electronics Bundle800d First Impressions

"Well done Extreme Electronics!"

I am also a white balance and color nut. This is a great entry level camera. I finally decided I liked the features of the Extreme Electronics line. The difference is the excellent Extreme Electronics lens. This is an excellent camera for beginners.

• Canon EOS Rebel 800D (T7i) DSLR Camera w/ 18-55mm Lens(Black) with Accessory Bundle, Package Includes: SanDisk 32GB Card + DSLR Bag + 50’’ Tripod+Extreme Elec Cloth (International Model)
• 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor; DIGIC 7 Image Processor
• 3.0" 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen; Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• 45-Point All Cross-Type Phase-Detect AF; Dual Pixel CMOS AF
• Up to 6 fps Shooting and ISO 51200; Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
• HDR Movie and Time-Lapse Movie; EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens

• Editor's Impressions Of The Extreme Electronics Bundle800d
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

7. Canon EOS 77D Body

User Ratings: 84 2

Canon 1892C001 First Impressions

"Pictures look good."

The camera is highly capable and flexible. Sometimes I still wish I had purchased the 40D at a comparable price. But, others have covered its capabilities far better than I can. Sometimes I still wish I had purchased the 40D at a comparable price. The extra batteries don't work all that well.

• Canon EOS 77D Body
• 242 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor
• Built-in Wi-Fi*, NFC** and Bluetooth***
• Hdr movie & time-lapse movie
• Flash memory type: SDXC
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The Canon 1892C001
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

8. Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Standard & Medium Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR Cameras + Pouch + Filter Kit ...

The Imaging World 5014K2 First Impressions

"Happy it was included."

They are simply great cameras now at a very attractive price point. I love the camera and the bundle is OK. The different modes are useful. This is a great entry level camera. Though I have nothing to complain about the The Imaging World 5014K2.

• Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Standard & Medium Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR Cameras + Pouch + Filter Kit + Tripod + Lens Cleaner + Digital Camera Lens Accessories Bundle
• Kit Includes 10 Products -- All Brand New with Manufacturer supplied accessories, and Warranty
• Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Standard & Medium Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR Cameras + 58mm 3-piece Filter Kit + 58mm Lens Hood + 59" Sturdy Tripod
• Lens Pouch + Extra Lens Cap + Capkeeper + Camera Lens Cleaner + TheImagingWorld Memory Card Wallet + Digital Camera Cleaning Kit
• EF Mount Lens - Aperture Range: f/1.4-22 - Two High Refraction Lens Elements - Gaussian Optics Eliminate Astigmatism
• Ultrasonic Autofocus Motor - Manual Focus Override - Infrared Index - Minimum Focus Distance: 17.8" - Filter Thread Diameter: 58mm

• Editor's Impressions Of The The Imaging World 5014K2
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

9. Pentax K-1 Mark II 36MP Weather Resistant DSLR with 3.2inch TFT LCD, Body Only, Black w/HD PENTAX-D ...

Pentax First Impressions

"Excellent size."

Just what my wife needed for her travels. First off, I did purchase this because I needed it for a class. I love this camera a lot so far! 5 years I've gotten to know this groundbreaking Ruggedized DSLR Camera well. So i bought this kit under a month ago and I'm in love with it.

• Pentax K-1 Mark II 36MP Weather Resistant DSLR with 3.2inch TFT LCD, Body Only, Black w/HD PENTAX-D FA 24-70mmF2.8ED SDM WR High-Performance Standard Zoom Lens
• 36 MP AA filter less shake reduction sensor with APS C crop mode for compatibility with Pentax k mount lenses
• Hand Held Pixel Shift Resolution that allows 4 images to be complied into an superior image with increased color rendition and sharpness
• Engine Accelerometer for reduced image noise, faster focusing and increased image sharpness
• IN CAMERA SHAKE REDUCTION (SR): The PENTAX digital SLR K series cameras are equipped with the SR mechanism built into the camera body; Because shake reduction is applied in the camera body, this means that any lens compatible with the K Series cameras will benefit from image stabilization
• High performance standard zoom lens: This lens is for use with the Pentax k mount digital SLR cameras, providing exceptional imaging power and a large F2. 8 maximum aperture
• HD coating to enhance imaging power: produce high contrast images with edge to edge sharpness, free of flare and ghost images

• Editor's Impressions Of The Pentax
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

10. Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 15-45mm Lens + Flexible Tripod + UV Protection Filter +...

User Ratings: 68

Canon M50 With 15-45mm Lens First Impressions

"One last thing."

This camera has paid for itself 20 times over and it keeps on giving! We love the Canon M50 With 15-45mm Lens, but let's talk about the accessories. All other cameras in this category are much more expensive. It sucks up way more battery life than the D7100/D7200. The Canon M50 With 15-45mm Lens captured the action like a pro.

• Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 15-45mm Lens + Flexible Tripod + UV Protection Filter + Professional Case + Card Reader - International Version Kit
• 24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor || DIGIC 8 Image Processor
• 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder || 3.0" 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
• UHD 4K and HD 720p120 Video Recording || Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF || Extended ISO 51200, 10 fps Shooting
• Combination 5-Axis Image Stabilization || EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM Lens

• Editor's Impressions Of The Canon M50 With 15-45mm Lens
• Battery Life
• Picture Quality
• Ergonomics
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability