The GH4, and the other GH cameras for that matter, all feature a mirco 4/3rds sensor, which has a x2 crop factor when compared to a full frame sensor. The downside to the GH4, when compared to the two options that I have already mentioned, is the sensor size. This camera boasts some of the best video functions of any mirrorless ILC on the market, boasting 4K shooting and an accurate auto focus.
If you are into shooting video, there is no doubt that the only camera that should be on your list today is the Panasonic GH4. If you are buying mirrorless, then you really need to stock up and carry 2-3 extra batteries at all times.Ĭoming in at around $1700 currently, the A7 Mark II is still one of the most affordable full frame cameras on the market. It is not bad by any means, but it is something to be aware of. The downside to the stabilization and the larger sensor is that the battery life on these A7 cameras is even more of an issue than many of these other mirrorless cameras. The ability to get image stabilization on my Canon FD 50mm F/1.4 from the 80’s would be amazing. This means that ANY lens you put on this camera can be stabilized, a feature that I am incredibly jealous of, being someone who loves to use vintage lenses on my X-T1. The A7 Mark II utilizes an impressive new IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization) system that moves the sensor to adjust for your movements. The second item that sets it apart is its stabilization technology.
The A7 series is still the only full frame mirrorless offering on the market, so if you are set on ‘needing’ a full frame sensor, the A7 Mark II (or one of its fellow A7 brethren) is your only option. There are two things that really set this camera apart from the other mirrorless options on this list the most obvious being its full frame sensor. It’s hard to believe that there is already a Mk II of anything in Sony’s A7 line, but as you no doubt know, Sony’s second generation of the A7 full frame mirrorless cameras is the A7 Mark II. If you don’t mind the APS-C sensor, or the (by today’s standards) relatively low resolution, the Fuji X-T1 is definitely my personal pick as a mirrorless option for anyone looking into mirrorless to start with. Īs with many mirrorless cameras, the X-T1 does struggle with battery life (this will be a theme you see throughout this list), but I have found that with the addition of the battery grip, the camera not only does fine with power, but is also much nicer to hold. It is also pretty affordable, coming in at just under $1200 currently. The Fuji X-T1 has access to Fuji’s stunning range of lenses, is completely weather sealed, and utilizes Fuji’s unique X-Trans sensor technology which really sets it apart from any other option on this list. Styled like an SLR, the X-T1 is currently the best option in the Fujifilm lineup for someone looking to ditch their DSLR in favor of a mirrorless camera.
I am going to start off the list with the mirrorless camera that I am most accustomed to (due to owning one), the Fujifilm X-T1. Also worth noting, in this list, we are keeping the options to Interchangeable Lens Cameras and cameras currently available & shipping. The list is in no specific order, because let’s face it, when you cut an entire market segment down to 5, it’s hard to split hairs. Today, we are going to go through the top 5 mirrorless cameras on the market. Top 5 Mirrorless Cameras On The Market In Early 2015