Both use a 44 x 33 mm sensor that is about 30% larger than the 35 x 23mm sensor in full frame cameras. One is from Fujifilm and the other is from Hasselblad. I know I said the sensor conversation size was for another time, but I did want to mention that if are interested in larger than full-frame sensor options, there are at least two “medium format” mirrorless systems available. Fujifilm and Panasonic continue to expand their lens and camera body systems, providing alternate options to the “big 3.” Nikon and Canon are catching up quickly, and each has several higher ends models, with each anticipated to launch a flagship mirrorless model in the next year. Sony seems to release a new mirrorless camera every other week, and they have a variety of systems geared to unique use cases. Most mirrorless cameras are able to capture 4K video and the newest generation of cameras is beginning to offer 8K video recording capabilities. The lack of mirror and use of electronic viewfinders and rear screens means that mirrorless cameras are uniquely suited to creating video content without compromises in focusing or preview systems. This is the feature that I appreciate the most in mirrorless cameras. This exposure preview is wonderful to learn or make the leap to manual exposure with confidence. The ability to see exactly what the exposure looks like means I no longer am surprised by the exposure because I left exposure compensation turned on, or when following activity from a light to dark space and forgetting to adjust exposure. My wife and I were photographing a church wedding a couple of weeks ago with our mirrorless cameras, and afterward the venue wedding coordinator said we were the quietest and least distracting photographers she had experienced.Įlectronic viewfinder with exposure and white balance preview The lack of a mirror mechanism results in far less mechanical noise when taking photos. However, for those who do not need those large lenses ever, or at all, they have the opportunity for a compact and lightweight system with prime lenses. This was one of the initial selling points when the mirrorless systems first debuted, and while still somewhat true, the minute you add a fast telephoto zoom lens to these systems, any weight or size advantage is mostly gone. The only manufacturer that I am aware of that is still committed to future DSLRs is Pentax. Sony no longer manufactures DSLRs, and Canon and Nikon have no announced or rumored plans for new or revised DSLR cameras. Additionally, there is a very large variety of used lenses available for just about every manufacturer. Just as with the used car market, great values on camera bodies and lenses can be found in one- or two-generation older model camera bodies. There are camera body choices at just about every price point in this system. These systems have been continually updated with improvements to sensors, focusing systems, and lens choices. Longer history of development and maturity Seeing EXACTLY what the lens sees is a major practical advantage of DSLR cameras, as optical viewfinders perform well in all lighting conditions, especially in bright light, where EVFs can struggle to be bright enough. Each system has its advantages and disadvantages, and understanding those will hopefully help inform your decision between these systems. When choosing between mirrorless and DSLR, the choice will ultimately be determined by your personal preferences and photography priorities, as both systems offer excellent image quality, performance, and variety within their systems.
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