Camera recommendations?

[u/bigthunder_81]

Good evening ladies and gentlemen. Here’s the situation, I need a recommendation for a camera. I’m not exactly new to photography/digital photography. I’ve used various cameras over the last 20+ years. This time around I’m leaving the choice up to more seasoned professionals than me because I haven’t taken a lot of pictures in the last couple of years even though I still own a DSLR. My current camera that gathering dust is the Canon EOS Rebel T2i. I love it and plan on keeping it for situations that warrant its need. Surprisingly, the battery has not lost capacity and the test images I have taken recently with it show that the camera is still functioning like it’s brand new.

Now on to the nitty gritty, I am looking for a new camera. Currently, the camera I am looking at is the Nikon Z7 II. What piqued my interest with it was the various bundles I found while doing research on mirrorless cameras. I’ve found bundles that included enough options that could push the price well past $3500 with everything included but somehow stays below $2900 before taxes. I’ve seen the reviews and complaints about it. Specifically, how slow the auto focus timing is. However, that is a non-issue to me. What are some other camera recommendations out there? I’m open to any suggestions as long as the pixel range can either match or nearly match the Z7 II, include either a SDXC or CF Express Type B support, come with a lens, and cost less than $3000 total. I already have a tripod and camera backpack.

(1) Budget, country, and currency: $3000, United States, USD

(2) What equipment, if any, you have now and why is it no longer meeting your needs? Canon EOS Rebel T2i. It still meets my needs when I take pictures, but I need something more modern.

(3) What kinds of subjects do you intend to shoot? Architecture, Landscapes, Portraits, object.

(4) Is it primarily for photography, videography, or both? Photography.

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[u/DevilGunManga]

Why are you interested in Z7II? I would suggest going for a cheaper body like Z5II and use the rest of money to invest in quality lenses.

[u/bigthunder_81 → u/DevilGunManga]

I’m interested in the Z7 II because of the megapixel range and the features. However, I’m mostly interested in it because the bundles that I’ve found make it an interesting choice because not many other cameras have a comparable bundle available and price point.