mes

Looking to get a new entry level dslr. Canon t6s or Nikon d5600. Looking to do some birding and some sports. Thanks for any suggestions. Thanks Matt

rmorrison1116 Loc: Near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania

Both decent cameras. Get the one you feel will be easiest to learn and use and can get the best deal on.
Personally, since I own and use both Canon and Nikon DSLR'S, I find the Canon's ergonomics far better than Nikon's, but the Nikon's are great cameras none the less, just harder to learn and operate.

mes

Thank you! I do kind of like the Sony a6000 to!

BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA

There are some distinct advantages (primarily lenses) to a refurbished D7100.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Use these comparison sites -

Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://www.cameradecision.com/
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

Sounds like what I would advise.

orrie smith Loc: Kansas

In my opinion, instead of looking for an entry level camera, you should look into a camera that will serve your purpose in the best possible way. No matter what you start with, you will have a learning period, and it is not that much harder to start with the camera you that will serve you the best. That being said, if you enjoy birding and sports, look into the d500. It is a fast camera with an excellent focusing system. If you have a camera store in your area, try renting different cameras that interest you and see which one does what you enjoy. All cameras have an auto mode for when you start out, and you may hone your skills as you shoot. Good luck with whatever you choose and enjoy your photography.

davyboy Loc: Anoka Mn.

I have a canon T6s had it for almost a year. Love it!! you may never need more camera. they call it entry level but it has 24 meg. sensor focus out of the 70d 19 focus points all cross type, lightning fast focus, up scale meter on top right. its aiot of camera

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

Would help A LOT to know your budget for camera and lens.

I use a Canon 80D and Sigma 150-600 C for birding. Got both as refurbished from manufacturers. Total cost about $1,800.

The Canon focus system and the customization of the Sigma lens make an amazing combo.

I will say on a recent trip in Alaska shooting from a cruise ship with a lot of experienced birders, a lot of Canon bodies and lenses, a couple of Sony MILCs, one Nikon.

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

Well, here comes a plethora of "here's what I use" posts. Honestly, the only one that can make that decision is you. I'd suggest reading as much as you can on both cameras, features offered, accessories available, etc. Another consideration is the dates of manufacture and possible end of life for that model. Then take it upon yourself to physically examine each camera and see how each feels, ease of menu use, etc. No matter which, you'll adjust to be able to use it quite proficiently. Then you have to make the decision. Either are good cameras, you need to decide which is best for you.

Oh, and asking the salesman which is the best will result in her/him telling you which will net them the best return on its sale, not necessarily the best for you.
--Bob

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

That is sort of the point of posting this kind of question.

sirlensalot Loc: Arizona

I would be looking at fastest AF and most reliable AF tracking for your intended use. Brand would not be the primary consideration for me.

JPL

For birding and sports as your main interests in photography you should go right to the Nikon D7500, it is a camera dedicated for those things. Skip the D5600, it is a camera that is very good for everything but birds and sports.

rmorrison1116 Loc: Near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania

Great minds, especially those with the same name, the R is for Robert, think alike.

rmorrison1116 Loc: Near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania

I see your point but don't completely agree with it. I have a D500 and I really like that camera. Here's the problem, the OP is most likely a newbie to DSLR'S and possibly digital photography. The D500 is Nikons flagship crop sensor camera. I've been into digital photography and digital cameras for around 17 years now and I've owned my D500 for close to a year now and I'm still learning the camera. Granted, it is not my only camera so I don't use it all the time but, I do use it alot, for both stills and video and it has been more difficult to learn than any of my Canons were. I've only had the 5D mk IV for 5 months and I know more about that than my D500.
The camera's the OP is considering are not beginning camera's, nor are they flagship cameras. What they are is decently equipped camera's that will offer the OP and excellent learning opportunities while supplying good images, all for a very affordable price. This way the OP can find their interests in digital photography and subjects and applications and maybe start building a lens base to capture the types of images of interest to them. If the OP leans toward wildlife and things like BIF, then save towards a specialty body like the D500 or 7D mk III.
By the way, when I say I don't completely agree with you, it doesn't mean I disagree.

I really need to get a new phone, typing on my old Galaxy S3 with badly cracked screen is quite the adventure...