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When shopping for a mirrorless camera, many beginner photographers make the mistake of trying to find “the best” mirrorless camera. What they are really asking is, “What’s the perfect mirrorless camera” — and we all know there’s no such thing. In their (often) exhaustive search, many end up discouraged and sometimes more confused than when they started.Of course, since mirrorless cameras tend to get better and better with each new model introduction, finding the ideal/perfect/best camera is a moving target. That is why we have put together this Mirrorless Camera Buyer’s Guide to help you find, not “the best” mirrorless camera, but the mirrorless camera that is “best for you.”
Each person has different needs and has different photographic knowledge and aptitude. For example, one person may simply want a Point-and-Shoot camera with the camera making all the decisions; others may want a camera that will allow them to learn and grow as amateur photographers. So, a mirrorless camera that may be best for one person may not necessarily be the best for another person.
This Mirrorless Camera Buyer’s Guide will help you narrow down about a hundred of mirrorless camera choices currently available down to a manageable handful that specifically meet your current needs.
1. What Type of Photographer Are You?
The first thing to consider is to ask yourself what kind of photographer you are. In other words, HOW do you intend to use your digital camera? Select the type of photographer you are from the table (The Four Categories) below.
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Beginner | You are starting out in photography and this is probably your first digital camera that is not your smart phone. You need something that is relatively easy to use to start out with. You may or may not want to get serious about photography later on, so you want a camera that will let you try a few things without getting overwhelmed. Your digital camera will have Auto mode, plus a few controls to allow some learning and experimentation. |
| Serious | Well, you’re hooked! Photography is fun, and digital photography has opened up new horizons in seeing and artistic expressions. You want to learn about f/stop, depth of field, and freezing action; how to apply the rules of good composition; proper exposure in different situations; and faithful color reproduction. You do not want to be restricted as to who, when, where, what, and how. You want to learn, imagine, and create. Your digital camera will allow you to explore and experiment: You’re ready and not afraid to learn what all those controls are for, experiment with them to see the different images you obtain, and start to discover your own likes and dislikes, as well as your preferred photographic style. |
| Enthusiast | You’ve been at it for years now, and you know both your own personal strengths and limits, as well as the strengths and limitations of digital cameras and image editing software. You’ve learned to not only follow the rules, but also when to break them. You know the type of photography you like best. Your digital camera should give you total creative control as well as the best image quality possible. You want a digital camera that you can customize to work the way you like to work (and, in many cases, it does require you to customize its settings before you can obtain quality images from it). But, you can also work around the limitations of a digital camera; it is, after all, just a tool to you. |
| Professional | You are a pro. Only the best will do. Buy whatever you want from any of the categories — and why are you even reading this? |
Note that the Beginner and Serious categories tend to overlap each other to a great extent because cameras in these two categories basically have a similar feature set. However, digital cameras targeted to a serious amateur photographer usually have more accessible features, features have more range, and there is usually a larger and better image sensor, better lenses, and accessories.
Once you’ve found your category, read up on the mirrorless cameras in your category to familiarize yourself with their features and capabilities. All the mirrorless cameras we feature on this site has a category assigned to it, which might or might not necessarily match the manufacturer’s. Remember, these are our personal opinions and a mirrorless camera may well straddle categories. Feel free to disagree and move one up or down a category if you so choose. Our categories are presented to help you — not to constrain you.
In the table below, each category is one column. The camera manufacturers are listed alphabetically. Select your category, and just go down to explore all the mirrorless cameras for that category.
| Brand | Beginner (Entry-Level) |
Serious (Advanced) |
Enthusiast (Expert) |
Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon | R10 R50 R100 RP M50 II M50 M200 M100 |
R8 R7 Ra R M6 II |
R1 R3 |
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| Fujifilm | X-T200 X-T100 X-M5 X-A7 X-A5 |
X-S20 X-S10 X-T50 X-T30 II / X-T30 X-T20 X-E4 X-E3 |
X-T5 X-T4 X-T3 X-T2 X-Pro3 X-Pro2 |
GFX 100SII GFX100S GFX100 II GFX100 GFX 50S II GFX 50R X-H2S X-H2 X-H1 |
| Hasselblad | X2D 100C X1D II 50C |
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| Leica | TL2 CL |
M12 M11-P M11 Monochrom M11 M10-R M10-P M10-D M10 |
S3 SL3 SL2-S SL2 |
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| Nikon | Z fc Z50II Z 50 Z 30 |
Z f Z 5 |
Z7III Z 7II Z 7 Z6III Z 6II Z 6 |
Z 9 Z 8 |
| OM System | OM-5 | OM-1 II OM-1 |
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| Panasonic | S9 GX9 GX850 G100 |
G95 G85 |
S5IIX / S5II S5 GH7 GH6 GH5S GH5 II GH5 G9II G9 |
S1H S1R II S1R S1IIX / S1II S1 |
| Sony | ZV-E10 II ZV-E10 a6100 a6000 |
ZV-E1 A7CR A7C II A7C a6900 a6700 a6600 a6500 a6400 |
A7R V A7R IV / A7R IVA A7R III / A7R IIIA A7S IV A7S III A7S II A7 IV A7 III |
A1 A9 III A9 II A9 |
Note that although we intend to keep this table as up-to-date as possible, it will from time to time get out of step with what is most current on the market. We also plan to retire old models. In determining which models are considered “current,” our guide remains the camera manufacturers’ web sites. We may leave an older popular model there, especially if it has not yet been replaced by a newer model or if it is still available for purchase (new or used).
Jumping Category
OK, so you’ve found the one digital camera that appeals most to you in your category. However, you also notice that there is one in the category across which is priced about the same. Should you buy that one instead? It depends. It’s probably quite safe to do so up to the ‘Serious’ category. When you come to the ‘Advanced’ category, however, caution is ‘de rigeur’ (recommended). You may find that some digital cameras in this category require you to fiddle with more settings than you may want to — or know how to — before you can obtain quality images. When using such a digital camera in the Auto mode, you might be disappointed with the results compared to your point-and-shoot. But, if you know how to adjust the controls properly, the image quality you obtain far surpasses what you would obtain from your point-and-shoot. We’re not saying that you shouldn’t do it; we’re just saying to take this into consideration before you do it.
Most likely, though, you have identified a shortlist of candidates and you are wondering how to choose among them. Besides determining how you intend to use the camera, it helps to also know WHAT you intend to take with the camera.
2. What Kind of Photography Do You Like?
Give a group of photographers a digital camera each, take them to a particular location — say, at a farm in the countryside — and ask them to shoot what they see. One might shoot a landscape shot with the farm at mid distance and the mountains in the horizon; another may shoot the same scene but include the white undulating fence in the foreground; a third photographer may shoot close-ups of the wild flowers; a fourth photographer may use the telephoto on his camera to bring details on the mountains up close; yet, a fifth photographer may only shoot the animals on the farm.
Each one of us has a certain preference about the kind of photography we like. If you like to shoot close-ups of flowers and insects, a digital camera that does not allow you to shoot macro photography is not the best digital camera for you. The same digital camera may have a 10x optical zoom and would be the best camera for our friend who likes to shoot telephoto mostly. Similarly, one person may take most of his pictures outdoors; yet another takes most of her pictures indoors. One excellent way to figure out your photographic style preference is to look at a number of pictures that you really like, and ask yourself what they have in common.
One of the reason why there are so many different models, even from the same camera manufacturer, is because one camera cannot have all features equally at an excellent level. That is why it is a mistake to select digital cameras based on features on paper alone. Just because a camera has a feature on paper does not necessarily mean that the feature is practically usable. For example, the feature may be hidden so deep down into the menu structure that to use it requires an excessive amount of button presses, thus making it practically useless: Your subject may have moved and even disappeared by the time you reach the feature in the menu and turn it on. Another feature may just not work as well as advertised, and falls into the category of a “gimmick.” Educate yourself so that you do not fall for clever marketing claims, slick advertisements and ignorant sale persons.
3. What Next?
One major step that many consumers skip over is to go into a store and actually handle the camera. Often, when you cannot choose between two cameras, just handling them is enough to help you make up your mind. Usually one of them just feels ‘right’. Remember, choosing the digital camera that is right for you is a decision only you can make.
After you have purchased your digital camera, take time to learn its features. Read the manual, experiment, and practice, practice, practice.
Get out some photography books from your local library. Be inspired. Study the photographs that evoke a positive response from you. Why do you like them? Is it the composition, the colors, the content? Try to select a few that do not look too difficult to emulate. Then go out with your brand new digital camera, and try to see if you can take a similar picture. If, at first, you don’t succeed (and chances are you won’t), don’t get discouraged. Learn! Be patient with yourself, and enjoy the process.
It should only be when you have learned a whole lot about photography, and it is now the camera that is limiting your growth, that you should consider upgrading to the next category.
So once you’ve made your purchase decision, relax, and enjoy becoming a better photographer. Whether it is landscape, portraits, macro, action, abstract — discover your own unique style. If it brings pleasure to you, that is all that really matters. Have fun!
Whichever digital camera you end up buying, we hope you derive great joy from using it for many years.
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INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
If you are new to photography, these entry-level mirrorless cameras are perfect to start out with. They usually feature full AUTO mode, Scene Modes, built-in Wi-Fi and lots of creative filters to make it easy to transition from your smartphone camera. They are also relatively affordable and make it easy to try different camera brands and models to see which system you feel most comfortable using. They are all guaranteed to give you entry-level DSLR performance and image quality (i.e., much better than what your smartphone camera can give). Our recommendation here is to visit a retail store to try and handle different camera brands for size, weight, controls placement and even look and feel. Buy what you like and can afford.
Canon EOS R10
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– Canon EOS R10 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R50
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– Canon EOS R50 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R100
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– Canon EOS R100 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS RP with RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM
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– Canon EOS RP, RF lenses and accessories (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS M50 Mark II (Oct 14, 2020)
Canon EOS M50 Mark II
Canon EOS M50 Mark II Press Release
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– Canon EOS M50 Mark II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS M50, white
The Canon EOS M50 is an entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera. It shoots stills at 24.1MP and video at 4K/24p. You can also shoot slow motion video in Full HD at 60fps or in HD at 120fps. It accepts interchangeable lenses using the EF-M mount. Current Canon DSLR owners can attach their existing EF and EF-S lenses using an appropriate adapter. The EOS M50 will appeal to photographers who absolutely need to shoot using a viewfinder, with a high resolution 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF). At the back, there is a 3.0-in. 1.04M-dot Vari-angle Touchscreen LCD. With built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, you can store GPS information, do remote Live View shooting, and transfer images to your smart phone or tablet.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS M50 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS M200 with EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 lens
Canon EOS M200 QuickFact Sheet
Canon EOS M200 Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS M200 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS M100
Canon EOS M100 QuickFact Sheet
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– Canon EOS M100 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-T200 (Jan 23, 2020) 
Fujifilm X-T200 QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-T200 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-T100 (May 24, 2018)
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-T100 QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-T100 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-A7: Image Courtesy of Fujifilm
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– Fujifilm X-A7 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-A5
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– Fujifilm X-A5 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z fc
Besides the Black and Silver model, the Nikon Z fc is available in six other colors
The Nikon Z fc is one of the most successful (and beautiful) retro design for a mirrorless camera. Inspired by the iconic Nikon FM2 film SLR, and using the popular mirrorless Z 50 as its core, Nikon has successfully crafted a camera that not only looks gorgeously classic but works also very well.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Nikon Z fc (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 50 with NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
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– Nikon Z 50 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 30 with optional Creators Accessory Kit
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– Nikon Z 30 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M10 IV (Aug 4, 2020)
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV
Olympus E-M10 IV Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M10 IIIs (Nov 17, 2020)
Olympus E-M10 Mark IIIs
Olympus E-M10 IIIs Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IIIs (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M10 III (Aug 31, 2017)
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III
While the Olympus E-PL9 is for those who are new to interchangeable lens cameras and have only used the camera that is on their smartphone, the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III provides many more direct controls for the more knowledgeable camera user.
You can just use the E-M10 III as a point-and-shoot camera since Olympus has worked hard to make its auto and creative modes as easy to use as possible (as on the E-PL9). Or, you can flick the Mode Dial to one of the semi-auto or manual (PASM) modes and take full control.
You also get an eye-level electronic viewfinder, better image stabilization and a bigger RAW buffer. However, you won’t get the in-camera panorama and always-on Bluetooth features in the E-PL9.
Think of the E-M10 III as a mirrorless camera that can be as easy to use as the E-PL9, but with more robust and accessible features for those who want to go further in their photography. And, you can get it for about US $100 less than the E-PL9! Talk about a bargain.
Olympus E-M10 III QuickFact Sheet
Olympus E-M10 III Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS PEN E-P7 (Jun 9, 2021) 
Olympus PEN E-P7 Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus PEN E-P7 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS PEN E-PL10 (Oct 17, 2019) 
Olympus PEN E-PL10 Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus PEN E-PL10 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS PEN E-PL9 (Feb 7, 2018)
Olympus PEN E-PL9
The Olympus PEN E-PL9 is an ideal entry-level mirrorless camera. Underneath its stylishly beautiful exterior hides a powerful Micro Four Thirds camera that is as easy to use as your smartphone.
The E-PL9 is perfect for someone new to using an interchangeable lens camera, making the transition from smartphone camera to an interchangeable lens camera as seamless as possible: touch screen controls with sliders allow you to adjust the way the image looks; 16 Art Filters put creative control at your fingertips; select a Scene Mode to let the camera adjust settings automatically for that scene; and Advanced Photo mode makes taking multiple exposures, HDR, Sweep Panoramas, Live Composite photos and Focus Bracketing Close Up shots a screen tap away. An electronic shutter allows you to shoot silently.
Want more control? You can switch to semi-auto and full manual (PASM) shooting modes, too.
And you don’t have to stop taking selfies either: the E-PL9 has selfie-friendly features: a LCD screen that tilts all the way down to face forward; In-body image stabilization means you can handhold the camera without getting blurry shots due to camera shake; Touch AF allows you to simply tap on the LCD screen where you want the camera to focus; and Touch Shutter will focus and take the picture with just one screen tap. Lastly, Always-on Bluetooth and built-in Wi-Fi ensure that you can immediately transfer a picture to your smartphone for posting to social media.
You can shoot high-definition 4K video, slow-motion video and time-lapse.
There is a pop-up flash and a hot shoe allows you to attach a more powerful external flash, if necessary. Since the E-PL9 is a mirrorless camera, it is therefore a system camera and accepts all the interchangeable lenses for the Micro Four Thirds system, currently at more than 20 lenses ranging from super wide angle to super telephotos. The kit option is the M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ Pancake lens for general purpose photography. If you are seriously into portrait photography, consider also getting the M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 portrait lens. If you rather mostly shoot macro photos, then consider the M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro lens. In addition, you can also use hundreds of legacy lenses via various adapters.
The Olympus E-PL9 is available in white, black or brown.
Olympus PEN E-PL9 Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus PEN E-PL9 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX S9 (May 22, 2024)
Panasonic LUMIX S9
Panasonic LUMIX S9 Press Release
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– Panasonic Lumix S9 (various colors and kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GX9 (Feb 13, 2018)
Panasonic GX9
Panasonic LUMIX DC-GX9 Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Digital Camera with 12-60mm Lens (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GX850 (Jan 4, 2017)
Panasonic LUMIX DC-GX850
Panasonic LUMIX DC-GX850 Press Release
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GX850 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-G100 VLOGGING CAMERA (Jun 24, 2020)
Panasonic LUMIX G100
Panasonic LUMIX DC-G100 QuickFact Sheet
Note that the Panasonic G100 cannot be used as a webcam for live streaming.
An alternative is the Sony ZV-1 Vlog Camera (which can be used as a webcam camera for live streaming). It is however not a mirrorless camera, but has a fixed 2.7x 24-70mm (equiv.) F1.8-2.8 zoom lens.
Panasonic LUMIX DC-G100 Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic LUMIX DC-G100 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony ZV-E10 II
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– Sony ZV-E10 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony ZV-E10
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– Sony ZV-E10 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony Alpha 6100
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– Sony α6100 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Sony α6000 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
If you want to take up photography as a serious hobby and have a desire to learn how to take great photos, step up to an advanced mirrorless camera that gives you control over shooting modes. Aperture-Priority mode allows you to control depth of field, getting everything from near to far sharp, or throw the background out of focus and make your main subject pop; Shutter-Priority mode allows you to freeze a subject in motion or allow flowing water to blur for that ethereal cloudy effect; and, Full Manual Mode hands over total control of the camera over to you. (Note: many entry-level models usually also allow you to have that level of control, but operability, performance and image quality will vary.)
In Full AUTO mode, the camera makes all the decisions for you.
In Programmed Auto shooting mode, the camera meters the scene and suggests a shutter speed/aperture settings combination for a correct exposure. If your camera has Program Shift feature, you can dial in a different shutter speed (or aperture) and the camera will shift the aperture (or shutter speed) accordingly to continue to maintain correct exposure. You can also dial in an exposure compensation (over or under) and the camera will use that compensation in its exposure calculation. If you adjust the ISO, the camera will also take that into consideration.
In Aperture-priority shooting mode, you decide on an aperture (small for maximum depth of field and sharp landscape photos, large for narrow depth of field and portraits with blurred background) and the camera takes exposure compensation (if you have dialled one in) and ISO into consideration and select the shutter speed required for a correct exposure.
In Shutter-priority shooting mode, you decide on a shutter speed (fast to freeze action, slow for cloudy or blurred effects) and the camera takes exposure compensation (if you have dialled one in) and ISO into consideration and select the aperture required for a correct exposure.
In full Manual shooting mode, you decide on everything: shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and though some cameras may suggest settings for a correct exposure, you are left to be in total control.
You take the time to know your camera inside out, practice taking lots of pictures under different weather conditions, explore various shooting techniques, improve your post-processing and start to develop a definite idea of your likes and dislikes as far as what type of camera and what type of shooting you prefer. For example, you may prefer shooting landscapes or portraits or macros or wildlife or sports. You also start doing some basic post-processing (such as sharpening, light levels, white balance adjustment) in a photo editing software — and start to immediately see a major improvement in the quality of your pictures.
Our recommendation here is that you move up from your entry-level camera to a better model keeping the same brand if you have already invested in additional lenses and accessories; or, switch to a different brand, depending on your photographic needs and preferences. Do not invest heavily in lenses and accessories yet until you are certain you have settled on a camera system. Concentrate on learning and mastering the fundamentals of good photography. Do not be afraid to experiment.
A note about forum boards: join boards where you get to learn and practice your photography, not to debate the finer points of camera features. Remember: there is no perfect camera. Do not worry about what other people say negatively about your camera choice. Instead of wasting time debating which camera is better, just go out and take pictures. Become a better photographer. Enjoy your photography!
Canon EOS R8
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– Canon EOS R8 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R7
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– Canon EOS R7 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
CANON EOS Ra (Nov 5, 2018) 
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– Canon EOS Ra, RF lenses and accessories (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R
The Canon EOS R is Canon’s first serious mirrorless camera, is full-frame and its sensor and some features are partly comparable to the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR (though its cheaper price and weather-sealing capability are closer to the EOS 6D Mark II). For their first full-frame mirrorless, the EOS R is a hybrid 30.3MP still and 4K video camera, delivering excellent image quality in a body smaller and lighter than an equivalent DSLR. It features 8 fps continuous shooting, a high resolution 3.69M-dot OLED viewfinder and 2.1M-dot Vari-Angle touch 3.15-inch LCD.
Though the Canon EOS R is built solidly and handles well, it sports controls that you would expect to see on their entry-level EOS M mirrorless models rather than on a full-frame DSLR-level camera. It’s as though Canon has not decided yet that it’s future is mirrorless and has somewhat hobbled the development of the EOS R system and positioned it beneath their current DSLR offerings.
The EOS R is weather-sealed, shoots 4K video at 30 fps, has a beautifully high resolution electronic viewfinder, and can shoot silently when needed. It also boasts the world’s most sensitive AF with sensitivity down to -6 EV. As Canon’s first generation full-frame mirrorless camera, it has a few kinks to work out (such as a severe 1.8x 4K video crop), but the EOS R is nevertheless an impressive mirrorless camera capable of producing stunning images with very good dynamic range and low noise at high ISOs.
If you are a Canon DSLR shooter and have been holding out switching to mirrorless, you may want to consider an EOS R to get used to mirrorless shooting and workflow. When your perfect Canon mirrorless camera eventually does come along (whenever Canon finally decides mirrorless is their future), you’ll be ready to make a complete switch and the transition will be smooth for both yourself and your clients.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS R, RF lenses and accessories (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS M6 Mark II (Aug 28, 2019)
EOS M6 Mark II Mirrorless with EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens
Canon EOS M6 Mark II Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS M6 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-S20
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– Fujifilm X-S20 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-S10
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– Fujifilm X-S10 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-T50 (Silver) with FUJINON XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8 R LM WR
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– Fujifilm X-T50 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-T30 (Feb 14, 2019) / X-T30 II (Sep 2, 2021) 
Fujifilm X-T30 QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications X-T30: Manufacturer’s site Full specifications X-T30 II: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-T30 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
– Fujifilm X-T30 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-T20
Fujifilm X-T20 QuickFact Sheet
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– Fujifilm X-T20 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-E4
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– Fujifilm X-E4 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-E3 (Sep 7, 2017) 
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– Fujifilm X-E3 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica TL2
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– Leica TL2 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica CL
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– Leica CL (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z f
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– Nikon Zf Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 5
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– Nikon Z 5 Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OM System OM-5
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– OM System OM-5 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M5 MARK III (Oct 17, 2019)
Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III (black) with 14-150mm f/4-5.6 lens
Olympus E-M5 Mark III QuickFact Sheet
Olympus E-M5 Mark III Press Release
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– Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Olympus PEN-F
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– Olympus PEN-F (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-G95 (Apr 5, 2019) 
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-G85 (Sep 19, 2016)
Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G85
Read our Panasonic G85 Review
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– Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony ZV-E1
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– Sony ZV-E1 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony A7CR
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– Sony A7CR (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony A7C II
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– Sony A7C II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony A7c
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– Sony A7C (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony a6700
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– Sony α6700 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony Alpha 6600
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– Sony α6600 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony α6500
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– Sony α6500 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony a6400
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– Sony α6400 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
You are now technically considered an expert, being proficient in different camera systems and how to make the best of your camera, lenses and accessories. Photography has become a passion and you want to up your game. You may have used different mirrorless models and brands, and may have developed a preference for a certain brand. You may have also settled on what you like to photograph, and what you buy at this stage will depend on whether the camera has the features you are looking for as well as the lenses and other accessories you need.
Since a mirrorless camera is a “system” camera, you will probably spend quite a bit on lenses and accessories as time goes by and you delve deeper into your passion. There are lenses specifically crafted for portraits, landscapes, macros, wildlife, sports, etc. You will find that quality lenses can easily be the most expensive equipment you can buy and, while you may upgrade your camera model, you will almost certainly still keep on using the same lenses over many years and camera model upgrades.
So now, you need to carefully and deliberately think about which “system” you want to attach yourself to for the long haul. Consider which camera brand and lenses you are most comfortable using and determine to stay with them for many years. This allows you to learn all the ins and outs of your camera and system.
Too many photographers obsess over the little quirks in their camera (forgetting that there is no “perfect” camera) and constantly change from one model to the latest one, from one brand to another–always chasing the latest features and never taking the time to really learn to get the most from their equipment and become better photographers. When you have acquired several camera bodies, lenses and accessories, changing camera brand and lenses often can end up being a very expensive luxury few of us can afford to indulge in. So, now is the time to settle on one camera brand, lens mount and lenses.
In fact, at this stage, you can be handed any camera and start taking good pictures with it because you have completely mastered the fundamentals of good photography. You do not spend hours on forum boards arguing the pros and cons of different camera systems and their features — or lack thereof. The camera is a tool in your hands. You (the photographer) take (imagine, compose, create, craft, crop, post-process, …) the picture.
Canon EOS R6 II with RF24-105 F4 L IS USM
Canon EOS R6 II QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS R6 II Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R6
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– Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R5 C with optional battery grip
Canon EOS R5 C QuickFact Sheet
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– Canon EOS R5 C Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
CANON EOS R5 II (Jul 17, 2024)
Canon EOS R5 II
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Digital Camera (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R5
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– Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-T5
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-T5 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-T4 (Feb 26, 2020) 
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– Fujifilm X-T4 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-T3
The Fujifilm X-T3 is an APS-C mirrorless camera. What distinguishes the Fujifilm X Series mirrorless cameras from other interchangeable lens cameras is the beautiful retro design with dedicated analog controls: Shutter Speed dial, Exposure Compensation dial and ISO dial on the camera body, as well as an Aperture ring on its XF lenses. This puts the controls you need to adjust the most often right at your fingertips and providing an immediate tactile and visual feedback. If you are old enough to have used film SLR cameras, you may delight in these controls; if you have grown up using a Mode button and Command dials on film SLRs and DSLRs, you may not get used to them. Or, you may also delight in them — as many have found out!
Aside from its gorgeous look, superb handling and compact size and weight, the X-T3 is probably the best affordable still and 4K video camera you can purchase today. Fujifilm has also lots of superb lenses available. If you don’t need full-frame resolution, the X-T3 captures pictures with excellent image quality and may even renew your joy of photography. It’s that kind of camera.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-T3 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-T2 with optional Vertical Power Booster Grip
Read our Fujifilm X-T2 Review
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– Fujifilm X-T2 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-Pro3 (Oct 23, 2019)
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (Classic Black) with optional Case
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-Pro3 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM X-Pro2 (Jan 15, 2016)
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Read our Fujifilm X-Pro2 Review
Fujifilm X-Pro2 QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm X-Pro2 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M11-P
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Leica M11-P (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M11 Monochrom (Apr 13, 2023)
Leica M11 Monochrom
Leica M11 Monochrom Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Leica M11 Monochrom (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M11
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– Leica M11 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M10-R
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Leica M10-R (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M10-P Silver
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Leica M10-P (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M10-D
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Leica M10-D (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica M10
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Leica M10 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 7II
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Nikon Z 7II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 7
The Nikon Z7 is Nikon’s first serious mirrorless camera, is full-frame and we would slot it at the top among the very best mirrorless cameras currently available for serious and advanced photographers. For their first full-frame mirrorless, the Z 7 is impressive as a hybrid 45.7MP still and 4K video camera, delivering excellent image quality in a body smaller and much lighter than an equivalent DSLR. It features 9 fps continuous shooting, in-body 5-axis image stabilization for a 5 stops gain, a high resolution 3.69M-dot OLED viewfinder and 2.1M-dot tilting touch 3.2-inch LCD. There is also an OLED top plate display.
In its first iteration, Nikon has seen fit to include only one XQD card slot — a decision that has disappointed event photographers who depend on twin slots for backup purposes to ensure peace of mind.
Some photographers who prefer to leave a tripod plate permanently attached to their camera have also found that some plates protrude too far out and do not allow Nikon’s F-to-Z lens mount adapter to attach.
The Z 7 will be compared to the D850 DSLR and found wanting in the area of AF: the AF is not as sensitive in low light, AF Tracking is not as reliable or easy to engage, Face Detection is also not as reliable. But this is true of all mirrorless cameras and is one of the last bastion for mirrorless to conquer before they can claim to be master of the hill.
The Z 7 is lighter, smaller, handles superbly, is weather-sealed, shoots 4K video at 30 fps, has in-body image stabilization to eliminate camera shake, has a beautifully high resolution electronic viewfinder, and can shoot silently when needed. As Nikon’s first generation full-frame mirrorless camera, it has a few kinks to work out, but the Z 7 is nevertheless an impressive mirrorless camera capable of producing stunning images with very good dynamic range and low noise at high ISOs. The Nikon Z 7 also has an excellent intervalometer and time-lapse movie mode if you’re into this type of photography.
If you are a Nikon DSLR shooter and have been holding out switching to mirrorless, your reasons have ran out. Though there are some feature and control changes you’d need to adapt to, the Z 7 is a Nikon thru and thru and is the mirrorless that will win you over. You may not want to get rid of your D850 DSLR yet, but now is the time to get the Z 7 (or Z 6) and immerse yourself into mirrorless shooting and workflow. When your perfect Nikon mirrorless camera does come along, you’ll be ready to make a complete switch and the transition will be smooth for both yourself and your clients.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Nikon Z 7 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z6III
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– Nikon Z6III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 6II
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– Nikon Z 6II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 6
If you do not need the 45.7MP resolution of the Z 7, then the Nikon Z 6 at 24.5MP shoots at 12 fps and basically is similar in all other specs to the much pricier Z 7.
It competes directly with the Sony A7 III, and some of you may prefer it for being slightly larger and more ergonomic than the A7 III. Where it needs to improve on is the AF Tracking and Eye AF. Not that the Nikon Z 6 is not capable of tracking a subject and maintaining focus, but the Sony A7 III does it much better.
If these two AF features are not that important to your type of photography, then you should definitely try out the Nikon Z 6. Remember, it’s also very important how a camera fits in your hands and how you easily, effortlessly and, dare I say, enjoyably interact with it. The Z 6 also has the advantages of all the excellent Nikkor lenses already available for it with the use of the FTZ adapter.
Nikon could improve the Continuous AF issues with a firmware update, but I would bet the Z 6 II will solve that. Meanwhile, you can enjoy shooting with the Z 6 and perfect your mirrorless workflow.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Nikon Z 6 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OM SYSTEM OM-1 II (Jan 1, 2024)
OM SYSTEM OM-1 II
OM SYSTEM OM-1 II QuickFact Sheet
OM SYSTEM OM-1 II Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– OM SYSTEM OM-1 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OM SYSTEM OM-1
OM SYSTEM OM-1 QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– OM SYSTEM OM-1 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1 Mark III (Feb 12, 2020) 
Olympus E-M1 III QuickFact Sheet
Olympus E-M1 III Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1 Mark II (Sep 19, 2016)
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II with optional Power Battery Holder
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-S5IIX / S5II (Jan 4, 2023)
Panasonic Lumix S5II
Panasonic updates its popular S5 with hybrid Phase-Detect AF and scores a best value for money full-frame still/video mirrorless camera.
Panasonic S5IIX / S5II Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix S5II (all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-S5 (Sep 2, 2020)
Panasonic LUMIX S5
Panasonic seems to be quietly moving away from Micro Four Thirds (MFT), and the Panasonic S5 is its full-frame version of the popular and highly acclaimed GH5 (a MFT mirrorless).
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix S5 with a 20-60 kit lens and Accessories (all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GH7 (Jun 5, 2024)
Panasonic LUMIX GH7
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GH7 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GH6 (Feb 22, 2022)
Panasonic LUMIX GH6
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GH5s (Jan 8, 2018)
Panasonic GH5s
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5s (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GH5 II (May 25, 2021)
Panasonic LUMIX GH5 Mark II
Panasonic GH5 II Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GH5 (Jan 4, 2017)
Panasonic LUMIX DC-GH5
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– Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
PANASONIC LUMIX G9II (Sep 12, 2023)
Panasonic LUMIX G9II
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix G9II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $) .
PANASONIC LUMIX DC-G9 (Nov 8, 2017)
Panasonic LUMIX G9
Panasonic introduced the first mirrorless camera, the G1, in 2008. Now, 10 years later, the G9 currently sits atop its many — and sometimes confusingly named — mirrorless models. The G9 is the photography-centric equivalent of the video-centric GH5, the latter recognized as perhaps the best professionally-oriented video interchangeable lens camera.
The Panasonic G9 shoots 4K/60p video and also offers both headphone and microphone jacks.
The G9 features 6.5 stops of image stabilization — the highest of any interchangeable lens camera. It can shoot 20 fps with Continuous AF, a 3.68M-dot EVF (with a high 0.83X equiv. magnification for a large view), a 1.04M-dot 3-inch fully-articulated touch LCD, Dual UHS-II high speed card slots, AF Tracking and weather sealing.
The impressive Panasonic G9 is a ground-up redesign with much improved handling, image quality and Continuous AF. Though its sensor is 20.3MP, its High Resolution mode captures and combines eight shots into an 80.6-megapixel image.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Panasonic Lumix G9 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $) .
Sony A7R V
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– Sony A7R V (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
SONY A7R IV (Jul 16, 2019) / A7R IVA (Apr 7, 2021)
Sony A7R IV
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Sony A7R IV (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
SONY A7R III (Oct 25, 2017) / A7R IIIA (Apr 7, 2021)
Sony A7r III with Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS
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– Sony A7R III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony A7S III
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– Sony A7S III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony a7S II
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Sony A7S II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony Alpha 7 IV
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– Sony A7 IV (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony A7 III
The Sony A7 series of mirrorless cameras provided the impetus for both Nikon and Canon to urgently and seriously reconsider their (re-)entry into mirrorless camera research and development. Before that, Nikon toyed with the 1 System and Canon dabbled timidly with the EOS M system. The Sony A7 series posed a clear and present danger to existing full-frame DSLRs. It was the full-frame mirrorless that many said could not be built, could not match the DSLRs in features, AF speed and image quality — well, Sony proved everyone wrong: The A7 could and did. That set off a panic from Nikon and Canon which, with their Nikon Z 7, Nikon Z 6 and Canon EOS R, are now trying to gain a foothold into the mirrorless race.
The Sony A7 III is the third generation A7 full-frame mirrorless and has earned a high and well-deserved reputation among both enthusiast and pro photographers as one of the most capable full-frame mirrorless camera at a competitively affordable price: fast and precise AF, improved AF Tracking for sports photography, highly effective Eye AF for portrait photography; effective in-body 5-axis image stabilization for consistently sharp hand-held shooting; high image quality with low noise at high ISOs. It is also a very compact camera and Sony has indicated it will not create a bigger sized model, opting to seek the perfect balance between compactness and ergonomics.
The Sony A7 III full-frame mirrorless camera is better than ever, causing many serious amateurs, enthusiasts and pro DSLR users to decide to finally switch to mirrorless. If you are new to mirrorless and do not have any brand preference, take a look at the excellent Sony A7 III. It has worked out the kinks and is a great choice whether you’re into portrait, landscape, macro, sports or wildlife photography.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Sony A7 III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS
The mirrorless era is here and we are going to see less and less focus on professional DSLR cameras as manufacturers pour all their technical expertise to bring out the top mirrorles cameras specifically targeted to professional photographers. To get professional photographers (who depend on their cameras and equipment for their livelihood and have very specific photographic needs) to switch from their trusted DSLRs to mirrorless, mirrorless technology not only has to catch up with DSLR technology, but also has to offer definite improvements and advantages over DSLR technology to make it worthwhile for pro photographers to switch.
Advantages like size and weight have driven some pros (who pack several heavy camera bodies, lenses and tripods) to switch to compact and lighter Panasonic and Olympus Micro Four-Thirds mirrorless cameras. Others have found that the retro design and analogue controls of the Fujifilm X mirrorless cameras have simplified their shooting, allowing them to concentrate more on the picture. Sony has the full-frame DSLRs in their cross-hairs and want pros to stay full-frame but switch to their mirrorless cameras with practical features that are difficult, if not impossible, for DSLRs to emulate. And now both Nikon and Canon have definitely thrown their hats into the full-frame mirrorless arena. Hasselblad and Fujifilm are presenting their medium format models as being better than full-frame.
The truth is that pro photographers will use whatever camera and tools suit their needs. It’s not just about features, but how practical and usable the features really are, how robust the cameras are (how much can they take in the field without failing), how intuitive the cameras are in actual use, whether there are supporting lenses and accessories, and does the “tool” fit the use or does the photographer have to do contortions to use a particular feature? Mirrorless cameras targeted specifically to pro photographers need to address issues of availability of quality lenses in the focal length and aperture pros need, availability of flash accessories, dependable weather resistance and special level of dedicated field support (professional services).
Canon EOS R1
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Canon EOS R1 Mirrorless Digital Camera (all prices in US $)
Canon EOS R3
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– Canon EOS R3 Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) (all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM GFX 100SII (May 16, 2024)
Fujifilm GFX 100SII
Fujifilm GFX 100SII Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm GFX 100SII (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM GFX100S (Jan 27, 2021)
Fujifilm GFX100S
Fujifilm GFX100S Press Release
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– Fujifilm GFX100S (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM GFX100 II (Sep 12, 2023)
Fujifilm GFX100 II
Fujifilm GFX100 II Press Release
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm GFX100 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM GFX100 (May 23, 2019)
Fujifilm GFX100
Fujifilm GFX100 QuickFact Sheet
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Fujifilm GFX100 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
FUJIFILM GFX 50S II (Sep 2, 2021)
FUJIFILM GFX 50S II
Fujifilm GFX 50S II Press Release
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FUJIFILM GFX 50R (Sep 25, 2018)
Fujifilm GFX 50R
Fujifilm GFX 50R Press Release
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– Fujifilm GFX 50R (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-H2S
The Fujifilm X-H2S is one of the best hybrid still/video APS-C camera — if not the best. It has the same excellent image quality as the X-T4, but with much improved Subject/Eye AF, improved image stabilization, improved video modes and dynamic range, and a 40 fps burst rate. It does not have the dedicated controls (separate shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation dials, and aperture ring) of the X-T4, but has a PASM Mode Dial and a Top Panel.
The Fujifilm X-H2S is geared for high speed shooting with a 26.1-megapixel X-Trans 5 stacked back-illuminated sensor, 6.2K/30P video shooting, Continuous Shooting at 15fps (mechanical) and 40fps (electronic).
If APS-C is sufficient for your needs, the Fujifilm X-H2S is right there at the very top at a fraction of the cost of similarly-speced full-frame mirrorless cameras.
Fujifilm X-H2S QuickFact Sheet
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Fujifilm X-H2
The Fujifilm X-H2 is geared for high-resolution shooting with a 40.2MP sensor, 160MP Pixel Shift Multi Shot, 8K/30P video shooting, Continuous Shooting at 15fps (mechanical) and 13fps (electronic).
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– Fujifilm X-H2 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Fujifilm X-H1
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– Fujifilm X-H1 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
HASSELBLAD X2D 100C (Sep 7, 2022)
Hasselblad X2D 100C
Hasselblad X2D 100C Press Release
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HASSELBLAD X1D II 50C (Jun 19, 2019) 
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– Hasselblad X1D II 50C (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica S3 with SUMMARIT-S f/2.5 70mm lens
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– Leica S3 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica SL3
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– Leica SL3 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica SL2-S with APO-SUMMICRON-SL 1:2/90 ASPH.
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– Leica SL2-S (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Leica SL2
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– Leica SL2 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 9
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– Nikon Z 9 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Nikon Z 8
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– Nikon Z 8 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1X (Jan 24, 2019) 
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PANASONIC LUMIX S1H (May 31, 2019) 
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PANASONIC LUMIX S1R (Feb 1, 2019)
Panasonic Lumix S1R
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PANASONIC LUMIX S1 (Feb 1, 2019)
Panasonic Lumix S1
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– Panasonic Lumix S1 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony Alpha 1
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– Sony Alpha 1 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony A9 III
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– Sony A9 III (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony Alpha 9 II
The Sony A9 II is Sony’s flagship full-frame mirrorless camera. It is targeted more to professional photographers and improves on the A9 with enhanced connectivity and network capabilities to provide quicker professional workflow required by news agencies. A new Voice Memo function allows spoken information to be attached to images in the form of voice memos that can be replayed when the images are reviewed. The voice data can also be included with images sent to an editor, giving them important information needed for effective editing. It is also possible to auto-transfer images with attached voice memos via FTP to an FTP server without ever having to operate a smartphone.
Other improvements include faster subject tracking AF, 10 fps Continuous Shooting with the mechanical shutter, a larger grip, improved control dials placement and functionality.
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– Sony A9 II (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
Sony α9
The Sony A9 shoots at 20 fps at full 24MP resolution, with no viewfinder lag and no blackout during continuous shooting. It is targeted to professional photographers who shoot sports, action, wildlife and wedding photography.
The A9 features a 3.7M-dot OLED viewfinder (1280 x 960 pixels) with a fast 120 fps refresh update, a 1.44M-dot tilt touchscreen LCD, silent shooting, 4K video, highly accurate AF Tracking and Eye AF.
The A9 is a full-frame mirrorless camera that is as light and small as (or even lighter and smaller than) some of the mirrorless cameras that use smaller APS-C and MFT sensors is quite a feat. It can also shoot faster than — and with AF performance as good as — some of the flagship DSLRs.
Full specifications: Manufacturer’s site
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– Sony A9 (various kit lens options are offered, all prices in US $)
INTRODUCTION
I. ENTRY-LEVEL MIRRORLESS
II. SERIOUS (ADVANCED) MIRRORLESS
III. ENTHUSIAST (EXPERT) MIRRORLESS
IV. PRO MIRRORLESS