The Death of DSLRs is Near (Page 2): I don't think it's that simple. The article didn't address the stable of lenses we already own. If DSLR cameras were to die, it will take a longer...

Ollieboy

JD750 wrote:

Yet another article predicting the end of an era.

https://petapixel.com/2018/03/14/death-dslrs-near/

It’s only a matter of time. In the meantime there will be some great DSLR gear deals for bargain shoppers.

I don't think it's that simple. The article didn't address the stable of lenses we already own. If DSLR cameras were to die, it will take a longer time then this article implies.

leftj Loc: Texas

JD750 wrote:

Yet another article predicting the end of an era.

https://petapixel.com/2018/03/14/death-dslrs-near/

It’s only a matter of time. In the meantime there will be some great DSLR gear deals for bargain shoppers.

It'll be several years before DSLRs become extinct however they will probably enjoy a great afterlife as vintage cameras

yssirk123 Loc: New Jersey

I'm excited to see advancements in camera technology. I have a number of Nikon lenses and a strong preference for that brand, but haven't seen a mirroless camera from them that ticks all the boxes for me. Hopefully the Z8 will do the trick, but for now I'm happy with my D3S and D800E.

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

Gasman57 wrote:

I don't think it's that simple. The article didn't address the stable of lenses we already own. If DSLR cameras were to die, it will take a longer time then this article implies.

Fortunately Canon has NO problem with ALL their DSLR EF/EFs lenses going mirrorless.
100% compatible and thus ONLY a matter of preference, not losing lenses.

machia Loc: NJ

There was pushback when the DSLR threatened the SLR and film. A DSLR “without a mirror” lol, is no big deal.
In the meantime I have no intention of stop using my Minolta SLR and Canon DSLR. If I see a mirrorless I like I’ll add that to the arsenal.😎

Ollieboy

Architect1776 wrote:

Fortunately Canon has NO problem with ALL their DSLR EF/EFs lenses going mirrorless.
100% compatible and thus ONLY a matter of preference, not losing lenses.

I didn't know that. Thanks

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

SAVH wrote:

I suppose that mirrorless will eventually supplant... (show quote)

Scotty, I am 66yrs old, have 3 DSLRs and have a lot of learning to do with these three. Barring any GAS attack I also see no meaningful advantage to shift and I am probably set for quite some time.

Nosaj Loc: Sarasota, Florida

UTMike wrote:

It is not the camera, but who is behind it. Fancy gear does not make a good photograph.

Very true!
Perhaps the more important development will be the end of the Canon and Nikon domination of the DSLR market. The mirrorless market now includes some very worthy competitors such as Fuji, Sony, Olympus, and Lumix. Canon and Nikon have recently released a few fine mirrorless models, but they don't dominate the market in the same way as their DSLRs did. Mirrorless camera companies may bring some parity to the personal use camera market, particularly for the younger generation of photography enthusiasts. And, that is a good thing!

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

ronpier wrote:

Scotty, I am 66yrs old, have 3 DSLRs and have a lot of learning to do with these three. Barring any GAS attack I also see no meaningful advantage to shift and I am probably set for quite some time.

I find it interesting since Nikon went with the Z cameras how many people now say what they have is good enough since most their lenses no longer work with the Z cameras.

camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.

I am no fortune teller but I predicted a few years back that eventually the majority of the cameras in use in the future will have no mirror. Today manufacturers are spending lots of money in research and development to improve on their mirrorless cameras. It is a fact that many professionals are using mirrorless bodies.

I do not believe dSLR cameras will disappear completely. Many photographers like me enjoy using them and it has been said, we have an investment in lenses for them. Look at film, many photographers still use it and I do not see an end to that. I also use mirrorless cameras and they not only have superior technologies than those in a dSLR body but are smaller, lighter and easy to carry anywhere. At the end of the day the mirrorless user will not be as tired as the dSLR user on assignment.

Camera phones are very popular but understand that a majority of those users are not photographers. As the AF of mirrorless cameras continues to improve we will see a shift in the number of sport and wildlife photographers using those cameras. If you have never used a dSLR camera with a 400 mm f4 lens give it a try, specially if you are using mirrorless cameras now. You will immediately understand why mirrorless cameras are so popular.

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

Architect1776 wrote:

I find it interesting since Nikon went with the Z cameras how many people now say what they have is good enough since most their lenses no longer work with the Z cameras.

While true to a certain extent I have some Nikon lenses that would be fine but even if all worked IMO I am not ready to start a 4th learning curve at this point. But who knows what the future holds?

CWGordon

The biggest advantage of mirrorless, for a guy like me, remains lighter weight. There are some disadvantages, too. Neither the good or bad are enough to make me want to rid myself of my D850’s. Not saying that some day in the future they won’t improve mirrorless enough to tempt me, but so far...

tropics68 Loc: Georgia

JD750 wrote:

Yet another article predicting the end of an era.

https://petapixel.com/2018/03/14/death-dslrs-near/

It’s only a matter of time. In the meantime there will be some great DSLR gear deals for bargain shoppers.

The great deals haven't reared their heads so far.

I am in the market for a NEW 5DIV (not used or refurbed) and so far no deals to match the Black Friday numbers of a few months ago. Oh well' he who hesitates is lost. I am in no hurry and if I have to pay list I will never own one. I have a mirrorless Sony but only because it can use vintage lenses with cheap adapters and DSLR's cannot.

wapiti Loc: round rock, texas

rmorrison1116 wrote:

What difference does it make?! Just because technology evolves doesn't mean the previous gen will suddenly stop working. My Canon 5DSr and 5D IV are just as capable of recording excellent photos as any MILC and probably better than many. Just more ridiculous doom and gloom.

John Maher Loc: Northern Virginia

JD750 wrote:

Yet another article predicting the end of an era.

https://petapixel.com/2018/03/14/death-dslrs-near/

It’s only a matter of time. In the meantime there will be some great DSLR gear deals for bargain shoppers.

As has been pointed out in the past, there are two factors causing the slowdown in DSLR sales:
1. The capabilities of existing DSLRs make it difficult for a manufacturer to find/introduce a new feature that justifies upgrading. The baseline capabilities are just too high. Most upgrades will skip several generations.
2. The capability of cell phone cameras has reached a point where they satisfy the requirements of many users and they are convenient. Neither DSLR nor mirrorless will impact the sale of cell phones,

These same two factors will also slow the transition from DSLRs to Mirrorless.