mid-level dslr Nikon D5200

The Nikon D5200's 24.1-million-pixel sensor is capable of recording lots of detail and the articulating screen makes it easy to compose still life, landscape and macro images as well as to check critical focus by magnifying the on-screen image.It's also a nicely constructed camera with good low light performance, with well-controlled noise and plenty of detail.
Provided you are happy not to have an array of buttons and dials giving you very quick access to key features, the Nikon D5200 looks like a great option for enthusiast photographers looking for a small, versatile camera as well as those wanting to step up from an old camera as the Nikon D3000/3100 or Nikon D5000.