DSLRs became affordable and shot HD video in 2010. The Nikon D3100 (August) was the first Nikon DSLR with full 1080p video and cost $699 with a lens; the Canon EOS 60D (August) added a swivelling screen. The look of shallow depth of field spread from wedding videos to YouTube vlogs.
- Maker
- Canon, Nikon
- Released
- August 2010
- Launch price
- $699 (Nikon D3100 kit) to $1,099 (Canon 60D body)
Specifications
| Nikon D3100 | 14.2 MP, 1080p video, 3-inch screen |
|---|---|
| Canon EOS 60D | 18 MP, 1080p video, articulating screen |
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