SUMMARY
The recent Artemis II mission to the Moon captured significant images using a 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR, alongside GoPros and an iPhone 17 Pro. While a Nikon Z9 mirrorless camera was also included, the D5 was reportedly chosen for its exceptional low-light performance and image clarity. The mission's use of the DSLR challenges the notion that DSLRs are obsolete, with the author arguing that the debate between DSLR and mirrorless technology is now settled.
TAKEAWAYS
NASA's Artemis II mission used a Nikon D5 DSLR for significant space photography.
The D5 was reportedly selected for its superior low-light performance and image quality.
The mission's use of a DSLR suggests they remain a viable option against mirrorless cameras.
The author believes the spaceflight settles the debate on DSLR relevance.