SUMMARY
The author questions the narrative of DSLR demise, noting that many amateur photographers still use them. This is further supported by NASA's choice of decade-old Nikon D5 DSLRs for the Artemis II Moon flyby mission, citing their proven reliability, radiation resistance, and familiar controls. While mirrorless systems are the future for manufacturers like Canon and Nikon, the continued performance of older DSLRs suggests they remain a capable option for demanding assignments.
TAKEAWAYS
NASA astronauts used older Nikon D5 DSLRs for the Artemis II mission due to proven reliability.
DSLRs were chosen over newer mirrorless cameras for their tested performance in space conditions.
The continued use of DSLRs suggests they are still viable, despite declining new model availability.
The market for second-hand and refurbished DSLRs indicates ongoing user demand.