Should I start with a DSLR or mirrorless?

Mirrorless in 2026. Every manufacturer has shifted development to mirrorless. DSLRs are a dead-end platform. Mirrorless is smaller, lighter, and has better autofocus.

What lens should I buy first?

A 35mm f/1.8 or 50mm f/1.8 prime. Primes force you to learn composition by moving your feet, and the wide aperture delivers beautiful background blur.

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