While digital SLR cameras are still coming out and are still popular with enthusiasts and professionals around the world, lately, things are a bit more interesting in the mirrorless camera arena. As Canon, Nikon, and Panasonic join Sony launching full-frame mirrorless cameras, and in a variety of great options from Fujifilm, Olympus, and others, mirrorless cameras show off not only the latest technology, but tasty new lenses as well. . So what should you look for in your next mirrorless camera? We have selected 10 features that shine with today's camera. While we're not suggesting you just buy a camera with just 10 options, here are a few things to keep in mind if you want to make sure you're getting the most advanced and up-to-date technology to help you out. Capture what you want with the greatest possible ease.
1. High resolution viewer.
Most mirrorless cameras, like the Canon EOS R (above), now have electronic viewfinders, and the most recent run is of very high quality. Image credit: TechRadar For a long time, serious photographers were mocked by electronic viewers. Usually found only on compact cameras, they were tunnel-like, grainy and lacking in color accuracy and were far removed from the glorious optical detectors DSLR cameras had. But as mirror cameras began to grow in importance, manufacturers scrambled to scale them up, equip them with higher-resolution panels, and increase their refresh rate. And today, his images are more realistic than ever. By far the best electronic viewers are the 5,76 million point examples found on the Panasonic S1 and S1R cameras, but the 3,69 million point on the cameras. The Fujifilm X-T3, Canon EOS R and Nikon Z6 models are also stellar. . Don't settle for less than 2.36 million points; the objective is 3,69m and a magnification of approximately 0,76x or more.
2. Image stabilization by sensor.
Sony is a manufacturer that has equipped many of its newer cameras with sensor-based stabilization. Image Credit: Sony Image stabilization is found in both mirrorless cameras and compatible lenses, and both systems are effective. But sensor stabilization is probably preferable for several reasons. First, you benefit from stabilization, whether or not the meta you're using is stabilized. This means you don't have to worry about buying a lens with this included (although if you do, on some devices the two systems will work together, possibly for better). correction). Second, many manufacturers' mirrorless ranges are still in development, so chances are not every lens you want to use will stabilize. However, if you have it on camera, don't worry. have it for the purpose. This also allows you to use older and slightly more exotic lenses, which may have been released even before image stabilization was available on such products, via adapters, while still benefiting. of this correction.
3. Two memory card slots
Many cameras now offer two memory card slots, which is great for security and/or convenient file management. Image Credit: Panasonic The convention has long been that cameras should only be equipped with a card slot, and that works great. So why would you need two? First, with two card slots on board, you can continue shooting once the memory card is full. It also gives you the advantage of being able to leave the first card where it is, instead of having to remove it and store it safely. Alternatively, most cameras now allow you to record the same data to both cards at the same time. So if a memory card breaks or is damaged, all your pictures and videos will be safe. Ask any wedding photographer where they think it is useful or not. In general, you can also adjust the settings depending on your shooting mode, so that one card saves raw files and the other, in JPEG format, for example, or that stills are sent on a map and videos on the other.
4. Hybrid autofocus
Hybrid AF systems are great for tracking moving subjects and when shooting video. Image credit: TechRadar Hybrid AF systems combine two focusing technologies: contrast-detection AF and phase-detection AF. This best-of-both-worlds approach allows systems to benefit from the accuracy of the former with the speed of the latter, and cameras that perform better in many shooting scenarios. Hybrid AF systems, for example, track moving subjects. Therefore, they are particularly useful for sports photography and other actions. They're also great for video recording because they can easily move focus from subject to subject, which is a problem for contrast-detection AF systems.
5. Visualization of the upper plate.
The Nikon Z7's top LCD screen allows you to see all the key exposure information, as well as information such as battery life and the number of images you can hold. on your card. Image credit: TechRadar Top-plate displays are among the features often reserved for mid-range and high-end mirrorless models. Although they are not essential, they can be extremely useful. They give you a quick overview of the camera and shooting settings without having to look at the LCD screen or viewfinder. They can also be turned on so you can continue to see them in darker conditions. Current models with platinum LCD displays include Canon's EOS R, Fujifilm's X-H1, Nikon's Z6 and Z7, and Panasonic's S1 and S1R.
6. Variable angle, three-axis tilt screens.
The Fujifilm X-T3 is one of the few recent cameras to feature an LCD screen that can not only be tilted up and down, but can also be removed. Image credit: TechRadar The LCD screens on most modern cameras can be physically attached to the body in one of three ways. The first method, used by the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7 III, allows you to pull the screen towards you and tilt it up and down. This feature is great for shooting from the ground or up, but it's about the least flexible option possible, and such screens can't be adjusted to cope. The second system has the screen mounted by a small hinge on the side of the camera, a design currently used on the OM-D Olympus E-M1 Mark II and Canon EOS R. This allows for the widest movements, including a Rotating 180 degrees to the front, which also means you can protect the screen when you're not using the camera by folding it into the camera body. #39; s device. The third method is relatively new. As in the first example, the screen scrolls up and down, but you can also pull to the side. This design, visible on the Fujifilm X-T3 and Panasonic S1, makes it easy to use the camera in portrait orientation when shooting up or down. The type of screen you choose will depend on how and what you filter. Some photographers prefer the first system, but others may require a wider range of motion, for example for videography, selfies or group shots, and when shooting from less orthodox angles.
7. Eye detection
Shoot a lot of portraits? Eye detection will help you focus precisely where it matters most. Image credit: TechRadar Face detection has become an integral part of modern camera features, and the technology works well on most cameras. But in recent years, manufacturers have gone to great lengths to further improve their AF systems by adding eye detection. Right now the best systems can detect the eyes and track them as the subject moves, and some can even work with animals, which is great if you want to photograph your animals. . This allows you to ensure that the eyes are sharp and in focus, without having to strain to place a small focus point precisely in that area; all you have to do is make sure the feature is turned on and you can see it working in real time.
8. Silent shutter.
Silent shutters allow you to discreetly capture images. Image Credit: TechRadar Mechanical shutters, like the ones used on DSLRs for a long time, are also present on mirrorless cameras, which can be a bit noisy, especially when shooting continuously. Fortunately, electronic "silent" shutters, which allow you to take pictures quietly when you need them, are now an option for many mirrorless cameras. They are ideal for photographing inside a place of worship or a museum, during any type of official or professional event, or for trying to take a picture of your sleeping little one. However, some mirrorless cameras do not offer this, and others may. , but only in a particular scene mode, which is restrictive. If you think this might be useful for your photography, be sure to research whether the camera you're considering offers this option.
9. weather resistance
The Olympus O-MD E-M1X, with a handful of other mirrored cameras, will happily withstand splashing water or dusty conditions. Image credit: Olympus. If you tend to only shoot in bad weather, or if you focus on landscapes, nature, or anything else that requires you to be outdoors for long periods of time, find out. That your camera can withstand rain, cold and dust are protected. Fortunately, many of today's mirrorless cameras, from Nikon's Z6 to Canon's EOS R, Panasonic S1, Sony's A7R III, and Fujifilm X-T3 are benefiting from 39; protection of sorts. Although you can't really take them swimming, they will usually be sufficiently protected that water droplets or splashes cannot get inside, and they will usually be protected from washing. dust and frost. . One piece of advice: make sure the lens you are using offers the same level of protection as your camera.
10. High resolution mode
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This isn't a standard feature, but a high-res mode lets you capture plenty of detail when you need it. Image credit: TechRadar Sensors for today's mirrorless cameras range from 12 to 47 MP, or even more when medium format cameras are factored in. This is more than enough for most people, but some cameras offer a trick that allows them to output images at 80MP, 96MP, or even 187MP. These high-resolution modes work by capturing multiple images at once and then mixing them together. You will need to use a tripod to do this, but the results can be very impressive. Of course, not many of us are used to printing truck-sized images; this feature is therefore far from being a necessity; However, this allows you to capture more detail than you would for slower, more reflective photos, such as landscapes, which can make extreme zooming or cropping much easier.