Nikon refutes the rumor that it is "quitting the R&D of SLR cameras". Has the era of mirrorless replaced SLRs arrived?

Nikon refutes rumors that it will withdraw from the research and development of SLR cameras. The era of mirrorless replacing SLRs has arrived. 1. Nikon refutes rumors that it will withdraw from the research and development of SLR cameras? Nikon Japan’s official website replied: Today there is news that Nikon will stop research and development of SLR cameras. This press release is just speculation, and Nikon has not made any announcement about withdrawing from the development of SLR cameras. Nikon will continue to manufacture, sell and support DSLR cameras. Nikon appreciates your support. ?2. The era of mirrorless replacing SLR has arrived. Although Nikon issued a response to the rumor, the era of mirrorless replacing SLR has arrived.

Nikon first launched a SLR in 1959, began using digital SLR cameras in the late 1990s, and launched its first digital SLR camera in 2011. In the fiscal year 2021-2022, among Nikon’s camera product revenue, mirrorless cameras account for nearly half of the revenue, while SLR cameras account for only 30%.

Nikon has repeatedly stated in its performance report that its newly launched mirrorless cameras will become the main driver of its revenue growth.

In addition, in the world camera market, mirrorless cameras have become a trend. According to the Japan Photographic and Imaging Products Association, from January to October 2021, mirrorless cameras have become a trend for the first time. The world's best-selling camera, its sales exceeded 42.68%.

From 2018 to 2020, the second-hand transaction volume of digital SLRs shrank by 6%, while the volume of mirrorless cameras increased by 91%. ?3. More professionals are choosing mirrorless cameras. A photographer who has been in the photography industry for many years said: ?Mirrorless cameras are completely replacing SLR cameras. Because on the premise of better portability, mirrorless cameras are no worse than SLR cameras. If someone wants to buy a new camera now, there is almost no reason to buy a SLR. ?

Currently, major manufacturers are focusing on the production of mirrorless cameras. Since more and more photographers’ camera of choice is mirrorless, SLR cameras will be eliminated sooner or later, and this turning point is approaching.