Mirrorless cameras have all but won the camera technology wars. For some, that may mean there’s no better time to get a DSLR as their prices drop. But if you want to enjoy the used cameras for sale best that camera tech has to offer today—and tomorrow—you can’t go wrong with a mirrorless camera.
While we firmly believe that you don’t need the latest or greatest camera to take good photos or enjoy photography—and we even think DSLRs can be some of the best cameras for beginners—mirrorless cameras have a few advantages. They’re typically more portable than traditional DSLRs, feature precise and responsive autofocus systems, and have electronic viewfinders that let you preview your exposure in real-time. They’ve come a long way in a short period, with a constantly expanding market that caters to a range of budgets and experience levels.
We’ve tested over 105 cameras in our lab, and below, you’ll find the best mirrorless cameras that we recommend. If you’re specifically looking for a full-frame model, check out the best full-frame mirrorless cameras we’ve tested instead. Alternatively, if you’re buying your first camera, you might also want to look at our top mirrorless cameras for beginners or the best budget mirrorless cameras we’ve tested. Otherwise, you can check out the best digital cameras we’ve tested more broadly.
The Nikon Z 6III is the best mirrorless model that we’ve tested. This model sits in the middle of Nikon’s Z lineup, but it’s one of the most capable hybrid cameras at its price point. This isn’t cheap by any means, but for pros or committed hobbyists, it has a lot to offer. It’s an especially good choice for action and wildlife photographers, thanks to its partially stacked sensor with a faster readout speed that allows for remarkably quick e-shutter burst shooting and reduces rolling shutter distortion. It also has a highly effective autofocus system with plenty of subject-detection modes.
If you’re a hybrid or video shooter, this is also the only camera we’ve tested with internal RAW video capability, and it can record in up to 6k at 30 fps, with 4k at up to 120 fps. Beyond that, it’s just an incredibly well-built and comfortable camera to shoot with. It has a very high-res viewfinder, in-body image stabilization (IBIS), and CFexpress card support. The one big downside we can point to is that lens options are still somewhat limited for Nikon’s Z mount, so if you want more lenses to choose from, the Sony α7 IV may be preferable, but it’s a bit less capable for video and has slower burst shooting. All in all, the Z 6III is an impressive camera that can handle pretty much anything you can throw at it.
The Panasonic LUMIX S5 II is one of the best mirrorless cameras for video for most people, thanks to high-end video specs like internal 10-bit 4:2:2 color and support for a wide range of recording formats. While it doesn’t have some features offered on the pricier Nikon Z 6III, like internal RAW recording, you can’t really beat the value it offers for the price. The original Panasonic LUMIX S5 is also a steal of a camera, so it’s a great alternative if you need to save some money, but the S5 II improves upon the formula with a new phase-detection AF system that offers quicker and smoother autofocusing for those that need it.
The camera also has a fantastic IBIS system and a full-frame sensor that’s well-suited to shooting in less controlled lighting situations. The Panasonic LUMIX GH6 offers some extra features for even more advanced filmmaking, like internal ProRes codecs and external RAW video output right out of the box. It’s part of the Micro Four Thirds system, so there’s also a wider range of affordable lens options. However, the S5 II’s cheaper body price, larger sensor, and overall feature set make it a fantastic option for the money.
If you prefer the portability and smaller lenses offered by the APS-C format, the Fujifilm X-T5 is one of the best APS-C cameras we’ve tested. It has the highest-resolution APS-C sensor on the market, with a 40.2-megapixel resolution that captures stunning detail and gives you more leeway to crop your images. The camera’s relatively portable design, tilting screen, and dedicated exposure dials are great for street photographers and make it easy to change settings on the fly. The camera even boasts impressive video features, like 10-bit internal recording and 4k capture at up to 60 fps.
If you can stretch your budget and don’t mind giving up some portability, the Fujifilm X-H2S is another fantastic APS-C option. It’s a more expensive camera, so the X-T5 is a better deal for most shooters, but the pro-centric design of the X-H2S and its stacked sensor make it a great fit for high-level action photography and video work. It has slightly better internal video recording specs, including support for ProRes formats, and suffers much less rolling shutter distortion. However, the X-T5 is a bit cheaper and more portable.
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