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The Best Mirrorless Cameras under $4000

★ Top Choice
♥ Runner Up
Best for High Resolution
Best for Sports and Wildlife

Nikon Z7

★ Top Choice
BUY NOW 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.

Panasonic S1R

♥ Runner Up
BUY NOW 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
BUY NOW 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.

Sony a9

Best for Sports and Wildlife
BUY NOW 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.