If you’re looking for the perfect camera and lens bundle, you’ve come to the right place! It doesn’t matter what your budget is, if you’re a beginner or professional, a brand loyalist or a floater - we have something for everyone.
From the experts at Ted’s Cameras, this handy guide will help you to choose the camera bundle that matches your budget, brand preferences and skill level.
Under $1000 - Canon EOS 200D MKII + 18-55mm
- Camera type: DSLR
- Sensor size: 36mm x 24mm
- Megapixels: 24MP
- Viewfinder: Optical
- Video resolution: 4K
- Autofocus points: 9
- Minimum and maximum shutter speed: 30 sec to 1/4000 sec
- Continuous shooting speed: 5fps
If you are keen on getting into DSLR photography but don’t want to be overwhelmed with the size of your kit, this release from Canon is for you. The EOS 200D Mark II is one of the best cameras for beginners with its simple operation and compact size - it is Canon’s smallest DSLR camera to date!
Despite this reduction in size, this camera has all the same features that have drawn you to this excellent range of cameras in the first place, including a 24MP APS-C sized sensor, 4K resolution video recording and compatibility to a huge range of high-quality lenses.
Beginners will not grow out of the EOS 200D Mark II too quickly, thanks to more advanced features such as a sports-friendly 5 frames per second continuous shooting rate, time-lapse video, and a 3-inch tilting LCD screen which makes it a great camera for recording vlogs and taking selfies.
Under $1500 - Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III + 14-150mm
- Camera type: Mirrorless
- Sensor size: 4/3”
- Megapixels: 16MP
- Viewfinder: Electronic
- Video resolution: 4K
- Autofocus points: 121
- Minimum and maximum shutter speed: 60 sec to 1/4000 sec
- Continuous shooting speed: 8.6fps
The retro-style Olympus E-M10 MK3 looks like a classic film camera, but has all the easy-to-use, customisable features you’d expect from a modern model. This top-class mirrorless camera is compatible with a wide range of Micro Four Thirds lenses, meaning you can tailor the camera to achieve the results you want. Our handy bundle pairs the E-M10 MK3 with the Olympus OMD 14-42mm EZ Power Zoom, a lightweight lens with a wide 28-84mm focal range and 3x zoom range that is perfect for landscape photography.
One of the best budget cameras for beginners, the E-M10 is ideal for those who want to explore customisable camera features before venturing into manual photography. Its 3-inch touch-sensitive, tilting LCD screen and electronic viewfinder make it easy to compose and capture stills, selfies and videos.
Under $2000 - Nikon D7500 + 18-140mm f3.5-5.6 G ED VR
- Camera type: DSLR
- Sensor size: 23.5 x 15.7mm
- Megapixels: 20.9MP
- Viewfinder: Optical
- Video resolution: 4K
- Autofocus points: 51
- Minimum and maximum shutter speed: 60 sec to 1/8000 sec
- Continuous shooting speed: 8fps
The Nikon D7500 is a rugged and reliable DSLR camera with dust and moisture-resistance, although it is lighter and smaller than the models that came before in this range. The D7500 will appeal to enthusiasts, as it borrows its excellent 20.9MP APS-C sensor without low-pass filter from the higher-end D500, delivering exceptional image quality and low-light performance at an affordable price point.
As well as a classic optical viewfinder, which is great for perfecting your photographic compositions, the D7500 includes a large 3.2-inch touch-sensitive LCD screen, which can tilt to allow you to shoot at adventurous angles and to frame videos.
Perfect for all types of image capture, the Nikon D7500 can capture 8 frames per second in a continuous burst and it can record UHD 4K resolution video. Creative photographers will also love the time-lapse video feature, its multiple-exposure mode, as well as Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity so the camera can be fired remotely.
Under $3000 - Canon EOS RP + 24-240MM KITt
- Camera type: Mirrorless
- Sensor size: 36 x 24mm
- Megapixels: 26MP
- Viewfinder: Electronic
- Video resolution: 4K
- Autofocus points: 4779
- Minimum and maximum shutter speed: 30 sec to 1/4000 sec
- Continuous shooting speed: 4fps
If you demand the high-quality images that can only be produced by full-frame image sensors, but you still want to keep your kit lightweight and travel-friendly, the Canon EOS RP is the perfect camera for you. The Canon EOS RP crams a 26MP full-frame sensor, as well as a host of user-friendly features into its portable body, and it will appeal to both users looking to capture brilliant quality images of their everyday lives, as well as enthusiasts looking for a solid camera kit.
The Canon EOS RP features an exceptionally fast and accurate AF system of 4779 points to find focus, a feature that comes in very handy when using the fast burst shooting rate of the camera, as well as the 4K resolution video. Despite its small stature, the EOS RP still retains a high-resolution electronic viewfinder as well as a 3-inch vari-angle touchscreen, which means users can choose the best option for them when it comes to framing each and any moment.
Over $3000 - Sony A7C + 28-60mm f4-5.6
- Camera type: Mirrorless
- Sensor size: 36 x 24mm
- Megapixels: 24MP
- Viewfinder: Electronic
- Video resolution: 4K
- Autofocus points: 693
- Minimum and maximum shutter speed: 30 sec to 1/4000 sec
- Continuous shooting speed: 10fps
This recent release from Sony claims the mantle of the smallest stabilised full-frame camera on the market. If you are looking to capture brilliantly detailed images, as well as experience the freedom of extensive handheld shooting without worrying too much about camera shake, the Sony A7C should be at the top of your wishlist. A versatile Mirrorless camera, the Sony A7C uses its 5-axis Image Stabilisation system to produce blur-free images and 4K resolution videos with its 24MP Full-Frame Sensor.
The 693 point AF system of the Sony A7C covers an impressive 93% of the frame, so it can quickly focus on subjects no matter where they are positioned within your frame, while advanced real-time tracking and Eye AF are also available, so you can keep up with fast subjects, as well as ensure your model’s eyes are always the main focus of your image - this is sure to appeal to portrait photographers of any skill level.
Sony always impresses with their design skills, and the A7C continues this trend, with this streamlined camera still including everything you could want for advanced content creation. There is an EVF and a tilting LCD screen at the rear for composing images, as well as the ability to attach microphones and headphones for advanced audio recording and monitoring. These features, as well as compatibility with a separately available Bluetooth grip, make the Sony A7C a great choice for producing awe-inspiring Vlogs.
Snap up the best camera bundles at Ted’s Cameras
Grow your camera collection quickly with a Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji, or Olympus camera bundle. Our bundles offer great value for money and give you peace of mind that your lens and camera will work together in perfect harmony. For more expert advice or to shop our selection, head to your local Ted’s Cameras store.
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