The Best Mirrorless Cameras under $4000
Nikon Z7
★ Top Choice
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From $2843.9
Features
- Color: Black.
- Product Series: Nikon Z7.
- Lens Included: Without Lens.
- Lens Mount: Nikon Z.
- Z7 FX-Format Mirrorless Camera - EN-EL15b Rechargeable Battery - MH-25a Battery Charger - EH-7p AC Adpater - UC-E24 USB Cable - HDMI/USB Cable Clip - BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap - AN-DC19 Strap - BF-N1 Body Cap - DK-29 Rubber Eyecup - Nikon 1 Year Warranty - Nikon Mount Adapter FTZ.
Pros
- ⊕ Fantastic color.
- ⊕ Great ergonomics.
- ⊕ Excellent ISO range.
- ⊕ 45.7-megapixel sensor.
- ⊕ Great low-light performance.
Cons
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ FTZ adapter adds a lot of bulk.
- ⊖ Middling autofocus performance.
Specs
- Max Photo Resolution: 45.7 MP.
- Compatibility: Windows, macOS.
- Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 4 x 2.7 in.
- Video Recording Resolution: 3840x2160 / 30 fps.
- Connectivity options: USB, WiFi, Bluetooth.
Best for Video
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Best Mirrorless
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Reviewed
Nikon Z7 Review - lifewire.com
Panasonic S1R
♥ Runner Up
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From $3339.47
Features
- 4K video - up to 4K 60P/50P recording plus 6K PHOTO functions and HLG photo.
- 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.Image File Format: JPEG, RAW.
- 187MP high resolution mode - a sensor shift technology suitable for taking very high-resolution Landscapes and fine art photos via tripod with toggleable motion correction capabilities.
- Full frame sensor - 47. 3-Megapixel full-frame MOS sensor that provides a wide dynamic Range and excellent performance at high sensitivity (is 25600 Max sensitivity).
Pros
- ⊕ Stunning viewfinder.
- ⊕ 187MP capture option.
- ⊕ Incredible viewfinder.
- ⊕ Best-in-class viewfinder.
- ⊕ Very strong video quality.
Cons
- ⊖ Big and heavy.
- ⊖ Large, heavy body.
- ⊖ Big, heavy and pricey.
- ⊖ Contrast-detect-only AF.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Maximum continuous shooting rate: 9fps.
- Resolution: 47.3MP.
- Sensor size: Full frame.
- Viewfinder: 5,760,000 dots.
- Autofocus: Contrast-detect AF.
- User level: Intermediate/professional.
- Monitor: 3.0-inch tri-axis tilt display, 2,100K dots.
Sony a7R IV
Best for High Resolution Mirrorless
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From $3498
Features
- Electronic viewfinder: compact cameras with a high resolution 5. 76 million dot UXGA OLED true finder.
- High speed: up to 10Fps continuous shooting at 61MP with AE/AF tracking; 26.2MP in APS C crop mode.
- Specs: 14 bit raw output, ISO 50 102400, wireless PC remote function, max 5GHz Wi Fi, FTP transfer.
- Stunning resolution: world’s first 61MP full frame 35 millimeter back illuminated Exmor R CMOS Image Sensor.
- Accurate color reproduction: 15 stop dynamic Range at low sensitivities for greater Color accuracy.
- Fast Hybrid Autofocus: 567 Phase detection AF points and 425 contrast AF points to cover more area.
- In the box: Power cord, battery, cable Protector, Charger, strap, body/shoe Caps, eyecup, USB cable.
- 4K video: full pixel readout without binning in super 35 millimeter mode; S log and HLG recording features.
- Advanced subject recognition: real time tracking and real time eye AF for humans, animals and movies.
- Incredible detail: see fine details with area specific noise reduction from Sony BIONZ X processor.
Pros
- ⊕ Superb detail.
- ⊕ Great handling.
- ⊕ Big, crisp EVF.
- ⊕ Dual UHS-II slots.
- ⊕ Tilting touch LCD.
Cons
- ⊖ High price.
- ⊖ Big file sizes.
- ⊖ Rolling shutter in videos.
- ⊖ Touchscreen could be better.
- ⊖ No in-camera RAW processing.
Specs
- Viewfinder: EVF.
- Continuous shooting: 10fps.
- User level: Expert.
- Movies: 4K 30fps.
- Lens: 24-105mm, f/4 (kit).
- Sensor: 61MP Full-frame CMOS.
- Monitor: 3.0-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 1,440,000 dots.
Reviewed
Sony a7R IV Review - pcmag.com
Best for High Resolution Mirrorless
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Best for High Resolution
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Sony a9
Best for Sports and Wildlife
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From $3998
Features
- In-the-box: Power cord, Cable Protector, AC Adaptor, Battery Charger BC-QZ1, Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup, Micro USB cable.
- World’s first Full-frame stacked CMOS sensor w/ integrated memory.
- Battery Life (Still Images): Approx. 480 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 650 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard.
- Silent, vibration-free, anti-distortion shutter up to 1/32,000 sec.
- World’s first blackout-free continuous shooting up to 20 fps. Battery Life (Still Images) - Approx. 480 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 650 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)15. Battery Life (Movie, actual recording)- Approx. 105 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 120 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard). Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording) - Approx. 185 min (Viewfinder)/Approx. 195 min (LCD monitor)(CIPA standard).
- 693 Phase Detection AF points over 93% frame coverage. Operating Temperature - 32 - 104 degrees F / 0 - 40 degrees C.
Pros
- ⊕ 4K video.
- ⊕ Dual SD slots.
- ⊕ 4K video capture.
- ⊕ Large, crisp EVF.
- ⊕ Clean HDMI output.
Cons
- ⊖ Pricey.
- ⊖ No Wi-Fi or GPS.
- ⊖ Dense menu system.
- ⊖ 4K video is cropped.
- ⊖ Omits in-body flash.
Reviewed
Sony a9 Review - pcmag.com
Best for Sports and Wildlife
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Best for Speed
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