The Best Mirrorless Cameras under $2200
Canon EOS R Mirrorless
★ Top Choice
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From $1799
Features
- 4K 30P with Canon log and 10 bit 4: 2: 2 HDMI output; Dust and Drip Resistant.
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 5, 655 manually selectable AF points.
- Magnification Approx. 0.76 (with 50 millimeter lens at infinity 1 m 1).
- Built in EVF with 3. 69 million dots, Vary Angle Touchscreen LCD and dot matrix LCD panel.
- 30. 3 Megapixel Full frame CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 8 Image processor.
Pros
- ⊕ Huge ISO range.
- ⊕ Big, sharp EVF.
- ⊕ Big shooting buffer.
- ⊕ Vari-angle touch LCD.
- ⊕ Unique native lenses.
Cons
- ⊖ No PC sync socket.
- ⊖ Omits focus joystick.
- ⊖ Inconsistent metering.
- ⊖ Uncomfortable rear dial.
- ⊖ Single memory card slot.
Reviewed
Canon EOS R Review - pcmag.com
Best for Professionals
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Panasonic LUMIX S1
♥ Runner Up
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From $1997.99
Features
- 4K HDR VIDEO - 4K 60p/50p, 4K 24/30P unlimited recording, 4K60P 29: 59 min limited recording. HDR Mode and Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG). V-Log with Internal 4: 2: 2 10-bit 4k30/24p (4K60p output only) available via optional software upgrade key.
- Lumix s camera lens – easy-to-use 24-105mm standard focal macro zoom F4 l-mount for Lumix s Series full-frame l-mount digital Mirrorless cameras.
- RUGGED MIRRORLESS CAMERA DESIGN – Dust/splash*/freeze-resistant design withstands heavy field use under harsh conditions for high mobility (*See PDF in & Support).
- 96MP high resolution mode – a sensor shift technology suitable for taking very high-resolution Landscapes and fine art photos via tripod with toggle able motion correction capabilities.
- Full frame sensor – 24. 2-Megapixel full-frame (35. 6mm x 23. 8mm) MOS sensor that provides a wide dynamic Range and excellent performance at high sensitivity (is 51200 Max sensitivity).
Pros
- ⊕ Great lens variety.
- ⊕ 4K, 60fps video capable.
- ⊕ Sublime electronic viewfinder.
Cons
- ⊖ Big and heavy.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Maximum continuous shooting speed: 9fps.
- Resolution: 24.2MP.
- Autofocus: 225-point AF.
- Sensor size: Full-frame CMOS.
- User level: Intermediate/expert.
- Screen type: 3.2-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 2,100,000 dots.
Sony a7 III
Best Overall
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From $1998
Features
- Up to 10fps Silent or Mechanical Shutter with AE/AF tracking. Battery Life (Still Images): Approx. 610 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 710 shots (LCD monitor), Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording): Approx. 200 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 210 min (LCD monitor).
- 15 stop dynamic range, 14 bit uncompressed RAW, ISO 50 to 204,800. Compatible with Sony E mount lenses. Can be connected via Bluetooth with smartphones featuring (as of the date of release)- Android (Android 5.0 or later, Bluetooth 4.0 or later), iOS (Bluetooth 4.0 or later).
- In the box: Rechargeable Battery (NP FZ100), AC Adapter (AC UUD12), Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup, Micro USB cable.Metering Type:1200 zone evaluative metering.
- 693 phase detection / 425 contrast AF points w/ 93 percent image coverage. Focus Sensor: Exmor R CMOS sensor.
- Advanced 24.2MP BSI Full frame Image Sensor w/ 1.8X readout speed Advanced 24.2MP Back Illuminated 35 millimeter Full frame Image Sensor Sony test conditions. Compare to the 7 II.
Pros
- ⊕ Great 24MP sensor.
- ⊕ 693-point AF system.
- ⊕ 10fps burst shooting.
- ⊕ Excellent dynamic range.
- ⊕ Sensor-based stabilization.
Cons
- ⊖ Some EVF tearing.
- ⊖ Slight tearing in EVF.
- ⊖ Slight 'tearing' in EVF.
- ⊖ Limited touchscreen control.
- ⊖ Touchscreen could be better.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Maximum continuous shooting speed: 10fps.
- Megapixels: 24.2MP.
- Autofocus: 693-point AF.
- Sensor size: Full-frame CMOS.
- User level: Enthusiast/expert.
- Screen type: 3.0-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 921,000 dots.
Best Overall
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Sony α7 III
Also great
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From $2198
Features
- Up to 10fps Silent or Mechanical Shutter with AE/AF tracking.
- 15-stop dynamic range, 14-bit uncompressed RAW, ISO 50 to 204,800.
- In the box: SEL2870 lens, Lens hood, Lens cap, Lens rear cap, Rechargeable Battery (NP-FZ100), AC Adapter (AC-UUD12), Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup, Micro USB cable.
- 693 phase-detection / 425 contrast AF points w/ 93% image coverage.
- Advanced 24.2MP BSI Full-frame Image Sensor w/ 1.8X readout speed Advanced 24.2MP Back-Illuminated 35mm Full-frame Image Sensor Sony test conditions. Compare to the α7 II.