If I Were to Buy a New Camera In 2025, This Is What I'd Pick

👋 Hey everyone!

So you’re diving into photography - exciting, right? But the first speed bump hits fast: which camera to get?

The options are endless, and before you know it, you’re deep in a rabbit hole of specs, reviews, and recommendations.

Uncle Joe says one thing, your favorite YouTuber (me? 😉) another, and you’re stuck wondering who’s right?

Don’t stress my friend. I’ve been there, and after almost a decade in photography, here’s the advice I wish someone had told me when I started.

Let’s dive in. 👇️ 

📱 Start Simple - Even With Your Phone

Believe it or not, your phone’s camera is incredible. Many of my Instagram shots are taken with my phone, and they look amazing.

But I get it - you want something more serious. Maybe you’re dreaming of changing lenses and stepping up your creative game.

So let’s talk about that.

📸 Does Gear Matter? Yes… and No

Photographers love gear. It’s shiny, exciting, and filled with promise.

But here’s the catch: gear doesn’t make the artist. (I know crazy)

Learning the basics of photography - light, composition, and timing - is far more important. You can’t shortcut that with a fancy camera.

That said, your gear should match your needs. Ask yourself:

• What kind of photos will I take? Portraits, landscapes, street shots, or wildlife?

• What do my friends use? Sharing lenses and tips can be a game changer.

💡 Here’s the Real Secret

Every major brand - Canon, Sony, Nikon, Fuji - makes great cameras. Entry-level models today have specs that pros could only dream about a decade ago.

The key? Pick a camera you can afford, that feels good in your hands, and start shooting.

Master your camera. Learn everything about it. Practice relentlessly.

Because in the end, it’s not the camera that takes great photos - it’s you.

🎯 The Bottom Line: My Honest Advice

I know this might not have been the answer you were looking for, and people really want others to just tell them what camera to buy.

But this is what I truly believe - it doesn’t matter what camera you pick.

However, if you really press me, and I had to pick a model, then I personally would advise you to go with a Sony a6300 or a6400.

Those cameras are great, beginner-friendly, and can be found for a good price on the second-hand market.

Lastly, one thing I remind myself from time to time is this: I would much rather buy a cheap camera and an expensive lens than the other way around.

Catch you in the next issue:
Arnulfur

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