Yes it is , although this does not mean much nowadays . Victorinox is a well known brand , which for some reason goes for cheaper in the US than in EU where they are originally made in . <| sep |> Another thing to try and keep yourself interested and to practice complete a 365 day challenge what I am looking to do . This means you take a picture and publish it somewhere every single day . Whether that means allotting time out of your day to use your camera or in general just using any camera and practicing your photography skills . I am looking to do this starting Jan 1 st for a new year resolution to become more creative and expressive . i work at a desk job and feel a little dead inside . This way you can continue with the art form regardless of the equipment you have . Start with what you have and move up , you can then see how far you ' ve advanced in a year and it will be fun . As a camera , you can always find used cameras online through Kijiji or reputable camera shops with used gear . Something that allows you to have some manual or more control over the settings will help . Developing your editing skills can also added later on when you get the hang of the shooting side of things . What is your budget ? The light weight Sony a 6000 or a 5000 are fun options that are rather inexpensive for the power you get from the cameras . New they are going for about $ 500 usd or used for much less . They come with a kit lens and you can always upgrade down the road as they are interchangeable . The light weight and slim design will allow you to carry it with you everywhere without having to plan it . Canon ' s rebel line is a bit bigger but you have the selection of lenses if you see yourself diving in further . Nikon is the same thing . I just don ' t know much about them . Other brands are fine too . I just have more information on Sonys and Canons . Everyday photography and Street photography are common styles for just random shots around town . Light weight is important as you are carrying it everywhere . Nature and Sport needs zoom and shutter speed , DSLRs like canons and nikons might fit better , landscapes and wide angles are a toss up , both have their good points . Don ' t feel pressure to get the best of the best . Points to myself Get something in your budget that will allow you to expand . Work with the lenses you get and upgrade from there . Even point and shoots can create better photos than professional grade cameras when the composition is good . I ' ve taken many amazing photos with cell phone cameras , their quality is lower but for social media that doesn ' t matter that much .