Best Mirrorless Cameras in 2023

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

The Best Entry-Level Mirrorless Camera

Next in line, we present you an upgrade of an already fabulous camera, one that we’ve been waiting for since forever: the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III. Compared to the “older” Mark II version, the new OM-D E-M5 Mark III is sharper, lighter and overall better in every aspect.

To begin with, this stylish DSLR is lighter than ever at 414 grams with card and battery, yet it’s crammed with all the technological bells and whistles an aspiring professional could wish for, making for a sensible upgrade that’s definitely worth the money. This model comes with Olympus’ latest 20MP MFT sensor, and state of the art autofocus and features, yet it’s supremely portable and lightweight.

For starters, you’ll get 20 MP instead of 16, an improved image stabilization system and better autofocus compared to the previous gen. This Olympus DSLR is aimed at semi-pro photographers as well as photography enthusiasts, offering a magic mélange of features, size and performance, as there’s a ton of technology built-in into this camera, even if it’s not actually designed for professionals.

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III is weather-sealed, i.e. freeze proof, dustproof and splash-proof, delivers 10fps continuous shooting with the mechanical shutter, as well as stellar 30fps in Pro Capture mode with focus locked-on on the 1st frame, and 15fps with continuous autofocus.

There’s also Focus Bracketing and in-camera Focus Stacking, clever Live Composite and Live Bulb modes, HDR, Multiple Exposure, Keystone Compensation, High Res Shot, Interval Shooting and Time-Lapse, plus class-leading image stabilization, not to mention the plethora of shooting modes.

Panasonic Lumix G100

The Ultimate Vlogging Mirrorless Camera

The Lumix G100 was clearly aimed at winning the hearts and minds of vloggers, thus it makes for one of the most compact mirrorless gizmos around, boasting a more than decent feature set and a relatively affordable price tag. To begin with, you’ll get a built-in viewfinder, an external mic input as well as Panasonic’s smart built-in 3 mic system (Nokia Ozo Audio-equipped microphone system), and a fully articulated side hinged screen.

All these features make us believe that Panasonic pitched this tiny mirrorless camera at vloggers first and foremost; however, you can buy the Lumix G100 even if you’re not the next Tucker Carlson, i.e. if you’re shopping for a compact and nicely designed all-purpose mirrorless camera that can use different lenses.

The optical/electronic stabilization system is pretty good considering the price asked, you’ll get 4K video and a wide range of video options, plus we must emphasize Lumix G100’s small size shape and affordable price. Considering how well specced and versatile this camera really is for the price asked, it makes for an awesome option for travel photographers looking for something inconspicuous and small.

The G100 can be fitted with a ton of Micro Four Thirds lenses, which are widely available, and its small and travel-friendly optics make it a fun option that can suit a wide audience.

Nikon Z7

A Mirrorless Camera With a Massive Sensor

Nikon Z7 has a large 45.7MP sensor with OLPF and backside illumination. The PDAF system has 493 points and covers 90% of the frame horizontally. It also has a new hybrid autofocus system designed specifically for this Nikon FX-format camera. As for the viewfinder, it’s top of the line with an icon-driven display in the viewfinder which gives you a full measure of control.

If you prefer panels, you won’t be disappointed with the 3.2” QVGA display or the small display across the top. The same can be said for image stabilization. The Nikon Z7 has in-body 5-axis VR image stabilization which can handle shaky footage with ease. Subject tracking is solid, and if you love shooting video, you’ll get full-frame 4K and 10-bit HDMI output as well.

Nikon didn’t pull any punches with the Z7, and it has everything you need from a mirrorless camera with only a few slight drawbacks. It’s obviously not budget-friendly which may rule it out for beginners, and we wish it had more than one XQD memory slot.

Fujifilm X-T30

The Best Mirrorless Camera Under $1000

The new X-T30 from Fujifilm is a very small camera by any metrics, and the company actually uses the moniker Little Giant to describe it, proving once again that Japanese people are pretty cringe in regard to sense of humor. However, even if the X-T30 is a small gadget, it’s built for high performance, making for a cut down version of sorts of the X-T3, which incidentally is Fujifilm’s flagship. So, yeah, you can call the X-T30 “Little Gojira” if you like, and you’d be closer to the truth.

The X-T30 is the ideal tool if you’re looking for a high performance and sophisticated mirrorless camera, but you’re not ready to break the piggy bank, nor your back carrying it around. To give you a little taste, the Little Gojira comes packed with top-notch hardware, i.e. a 26.1MP X-Trans CMOS 4 APS-C image sensor and an X-Processor Pro 4 image processor. Needless to say, the autofocus system was improved, and the same goes for eye/face detection technology; in real life, you’ll get better image quality in low light conditions.

The video-department has been upgraded too, as the X-T30 can capture 4K UHD video at 30p and you’ll also get Fujifilm’s new ETERNA cinema film simulation mode, which is pretty cool.

Specs

• Sensor: 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4, 23.5 x 15.6mm
• Image processor: X-Processor Pro 4
• AF points: 2.16 million phase AF pixels, 100% coverage
• ISO range: 200 to 12,800 (exp. 100 to 51,200)

Sony Alpha a6400

Perfect Mirrorless for Vlogging

The Sony Alpha a6400 is the successor of the A6300 and it makes for the company’s latest mirrorless camera, boasting a highly advanced AF-system; some even say that the A6400 is a best-buy for photography aficionados, since it’s relatively close in terms of performance to the A6500, the top-dog in the line-up, which is already 2 years old, but way more affordable. On the other hand, some may say that the A6400 is just a minor upgrade over the old 6300, and yeah, that’s true in many ways.

However, what’s really important about Sony’s new mirrorless camera is the highly advanced autofocus, which works great, and the under $1000 price tag. But let’s talk a little shop: the new A6400 features the same 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor as the top of the range 6500, but has the latest-gen BIONZ X image processor and a front end LSI. In layman’s terms, the new Alpha A6400 is 180 percent faster compared to the 6300. Color reproduction was also dramatically improved, but the bad news is that there’s no in-body image stabilization feature, hence you’ll have to rely on lens-based stabilization.

Specs

• 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor
• 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder
• 4K video recording
• ISO range from 100-32000
• Tilt-angle touchscreen and electric viewfinder
• Wi-Fi with NFC and Bluetooth

Canon EOS R

Another Hit from Canon’s EOS Lineup

You can’t have the best mirrorless camera list without including something from Cannon. This time around it’s the EOS R, a sleek device with a hybrid dual-pixel autofocus system with over 5000 points and a fully articulated rear LCD.

The EOS R is another camera that can do a little bit of everything. The 30.3MP full frame sensor takes pro level shots in the right hands and 4K video at 30 frames per second looks great. The autofocus system is noteworthy as well with a wide coverage area and low-light AF. Manual mode maxes things out with 5,655 selectable points and a focus time of only 0.05 seconds under optimum conditions.

Consumers who dig tech will love the OLED EVF with its 23mm eyepoint and 3.69M-dots. It’s sharp, but so is the flexible 3.15” touchscreen display on the backside which flips out and swivels as needed. Other highlights of this camera include a multi-function bar, 4K 10-bit video at 4:2:2 (externally), and an ISO range of 50 to 102,400 in extended mode.

We’re big fans of Canon cameras, and the EOR R is one you should consider if you like the line and want to go mirrorless. While there are cheaper options with a few more features, this one won’t let you down and is available with the body only or with an array of accessories like a battery grip or 50mm lens.

Panasonic Lumix GH5

The Best Mirrorless Camera for Video

Another Panasonic mirrorless camera is Lumix GH5. Though it can’t be called an absolutely professional camera its quality won’t disappoint even real pros.

Lumix GH5 is equipped with a high-performance low-pass filterless 20.3MP Digital Live MOS sensor that allows you to capture sharp images with a high-dynamic range. An option of smooth 4K 60p/50p video with great motion compensation is included as well. What is more, there is 6K Photo mode at 30fps and 4K Photo mode at 60fps.

As well as Lumix G9 this Panasonic camera takes care of a smooth image and therefore is provided with 5-Axis Dual I.S. 2.0. This image stabilization corrects all lenses, even if they do not include O.I.S. motion.

Long battery life is another great bonus you will get together with this camera. By the by, you can adjust this Panasonic camera to the conditions of professional shooting but to do this you will need to get some additional accessories (XLR Expansion, Shoulder Rig, Follow Focus, etc).

Specs

• Sensor: 3/4 CMOS sensor
• Megapixels: 20.3 mp
• Max ISO: 25,600
• Shooting Speed: 12 fps

Canon EOS RP

Excellent Full-Frame EOS for Beginners

The Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera Body is advertised as the smallest and lightest full-frame EOS camera available on the market today, and it comes with an RА mount compatible with RF lenses and EF/EF-S lenses, which means you can hook up this bad boy with basically anything you want. In terms of image quality, because after all’s said and done, that’s what really matters, the EOS RP features the company’s excellent 26. 2 Megapixel full-frame CMOS Sensor and a DIGIC 8 Image processor for high quality images even in low lighting conditions, as well as Dual Pixel CMOS AF for fast and accurate autofocus.

The EVF feature is well implemented and works great, especially for landscapes, as it allows you to control every little thing, exposure included, so yeah, you can forget about Live View through LCD, because EVF is that good. The autofocus is also amazing, and low light performance is admirable, on par with Canon’s best full-frame cameras.

Sony Alpha 7R IV Updated Version

Minor Upgrade

The Sonly Alpha 7R IV is actually a very minor upgrade over the Sony A7R IV and Sony A7R III mirrorless cameras. Actually, the upgrades are so insignificant, that they caused a lot of confusion among the fanbase, especially those people who were looking to buy a high-res Alpha.

The most notable update is the rear LCD screen; on the updated version, you’ll find a very modern 2.36-million dot LCD panel, which contrasts abruptly with the older 1.44-million dot displays.

Also, the USB port has been upgraded to USB 3.2, which now matches the higher-end match the Sony A7S III model; other than that, there’s not much to talk about it. Okay, maybe we must mention the fact that there’s no longer a Sony logo beneath the LCD monitor, but that about sums it up in terms of updates.

So, the new Sony Alpha 7R IV comes with slight improvements, and it’s still one of the best full frame mirrorless cameras out there, featuring interchangeable lenses and a high-res 61 megapixels sensor, up to 110 frames per second and continuous AF/AE tracking.

The retail price is a little steep, but if you’re looking for professional gear, this Sony will not disappoint. Actually, this is world’s first 61MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R sensor camera, with Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for human, animal and movie, as well as 15-stop dynamic range, 14-bit uncompressed RAW, and ISO 50 to 102,400.

Before you buy this high-end mirrorless camera, be advised that uncompressed raw files are pretty huge, up to 120 mb, there’s no lossless raw compression feature available, and if you want to process those files yourself, you’ll require a fast computer and a beefy SSD, something like UHS-II, U3, at least 256GB.

Menus are not very user friendly, and nothing is simple with this camera, but if you’re looking for high-end gear, it doesn’t get much better than the Sonly Alpha 7R IV.

Sony a7 III

The Best Full Frame Sony Camera

The Sony A-series has always been a fan favorite and an excellent option for beginners or pros. Our favorite mirrorless camera from the company is the Sony a7 III, a full-frame camera with plenty of points and a long list of flagship features.

Sony went with a 24.2MP sensor for the a7 III. The camera has something called 4D focus, which is a combination of 693 AF points for phase detection and 425 for contrast. This allows you to capture an array of stunning images, especially when you factor in the ISO range of 100 – 51,200 which is further expandable with stills.

Like all the best mirrorless cameras, the Sony a7 III is capable of handling 4K HDR video with ease and FHD at 100/120 frames per second. As for image stabilization, it’s in-body with a 5-way sensor-shift system. The EVF is sharp at 2.36M-dot with 0.78x magnification, and you’ll get a small AF joystick to boot. That display pops but isn’t on par with other cameras in this class that top 3 million-dot.

From the ability to shoot in bursts at 10fps to the sweet autofocus system, this Sony a7 III is an excellent all-around camera. While they did cut a few things to keep the cost down, you’re getting a lot of bang for your buck with this one, and it’s available in a dozen configurations including a Lowepro backpack bundle and one with a 28-75mm Tamron lens.

Panasonic LUMIX S5

The Best Hybrid Mirrorless Camera

Here comes another Lumix, the S5 this time, and to describe it in a few words, this may be the best hybrid all-rounder on the market today. The Lumix S5 makes for a classic looking lightweight full frame mirrorless camera, capable of 4K 60p video recording, with a flip screen and Wi-Fi, not to mention a compact and ergonomically designed body.

These features make the S5 one of the best all-rounder’s money can buy, or a fabulous hybrid that can handle anything you throw at it. At the heart of the Lumix S5 you will find the familiar 24.2MP full-frame sensor, which is known for its fantastic imagery capabilities. The camera’s small and light body is excellent for travelers, and also easy to use, especially when fitted with the 20-60mm kit lens.

There’s also an electronic viewfinder featuring an adequate 2.36-million dot resolution, and we must tell you that the weather-resistant body can handle up to 6.5-stops of image stabilization provided you fit it with compatible lenses. 4K video recording and dynamic range are some of the best in its class, and the same goes for the 96MP high-resolution RAW+JPEG capture.

Basically, the Lumix S5 boasts best in class build quality, due to its magnesium frame and vari angle screen, as well as best in class video performance, and considering the price asked, it’s very hard to beat. Finally, you must learn that the S5 comes equipped with the exact same 24.2MP full-frame sensor as the higher-end S1, and can capture 4K/60p 10-Bit 4:2:0 video with a data rate of 200Mbps.

Fujifilm X-T4 Mirrorless Camera

The Best APS-C Camera You Can Buy

Next in line we have a perfectly balanced mirrorless camera, the Fujifilm X-T4 respectively. Even if the price tag may seem a little steep, you’ll get a lot of bang for the proverbial buck asked, as this baby is Fujifilm’s retro flagship of sorts which now evolved spectacularly into a modern hybrid.

Big talk aside, we can safely say that the Fujifilm X-T4 makes for one of the best, if not the best APS-C mirrorless camera available on the market. The design is charming for old-school photography aficionados, and the video specs are backed up by stellar performance. Basically, you’ll get a retro camera on the outside, with classic dials and analogue chic, while on the inside you’ll enjoy highly advanced features that will flabbergast both amateurs and pros.

To begin with, Fujifilm X-T4 comes with IBIS, aka in-body image stabilization, a bigger battery compared to the previous T3 version, improved autofocus, and a cool Film Simulation effect, Bleach Bypass respectively. Even if the T4 is a tad bigger and heavier than the T3, design-wise everything revolves around bold analogue-style dials on the top plate.

Aesthetics aside, the build quality is stellar, as the T4 boasts a full metal body, which is rock solid and weather sealed. You’ll love the 5 axis in-body image stabilization system, the quiet mechanism that allows you to shoot up to 15 fps, and the now-familiar 26.1MP back-illuminated APS-C sensor.

We must also mention the movie shooting specs, i.e. 10-bit internal recording plus HDMI out, Cinema 4K movies up to 60fps, and standard 400Mbps bit-rate/ F-Log and HLG profiles, plus slo-mo full HD movies @240fps. If you’re into awesome videos, the Fujifilm X-T4 is the answer to your prayers.