When paired with the right lenses, even the more affordable offerings will be capable of delivering enough image quality to keep almost anyone happy. Without doubt we can say that all of these DSLRs are great quality cameras. With current prices ranging from US$700 to $1,300 body-only, this level of camera does not come cheap, especially when you consider you'll also want to invest in a selection of lenses to use on it. Price comparison (Pentax K-3 II, Nikon D7200, Canon EOS 7D M2) If you're after something more compact, we've also got a comparison of the best mirrorless cameras coming up. If these cameras are a bit beyond your budget, or you are looking for your first DSLR, you might want to keep an eye out for our upcoming guide to entry-level DSLRs.

It looks and acts like a DSLR, but uses a fixed translucent mirror rather than the traditional moving sort. On a point of technicality, it's worth noting that the Sony A77 II isn't a true DSLR, but a DSLR-like camera. We've also limited ourselves to those with APS-C sensors, though a couple of the full frame DSLRs we recently compared could also be described as enthusiast-focused. While there are numerous DSLRs which fall in the mid-range and enthusiast category, we've chosen to focus on six which have impressed us. Here Gizmag compares the key specs and features of some of the best mid-range and enthusiast DSLRs with APS-C sensors.

We've already looked at some of the best full frame DSLRs available this year, and now it's time to turn our attention to some very capable cameras, but with slightly smaller sensors.

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