Looking for the best bang-for-your-buck gear?
Below are the top picks for each major mirrorless camera system, organized by sensor size and brand.
Each link takes you to an in-depth roundup with the best value cameras and lenses for that system.
APS-C (“Crop” sensor)
🟨 Nikon Z (DX)
Used By: Nikon Z30, Z50, Zfc
Lens Mount: Nikon Z (DX format lenses)
Highlights: Compact, modern mirrorless design with excellent image quality—ideal for travel and everyday use.
🟥 Canon RF (APS-C)
Used By: Canon R50, R10, etc.
Lens Mount: Canon RF-S (EF through adapter)
Highlights: Sleek mirrorless bodies, Canon’s strong autofocus, and growing lens options—great for hobbyists and casual creators.
🟩 Sony E (APS-C)
Used By: Sony a6000 to a6700 series
Lens Mount: Sony E-mount
Highlights: Lightweight bodies, fast and reliable autofocus, and a huge lens ecosystem—perfect for travel, video, and hybrid shooters.
🟪 Fujifilm X
Used By: Fujifilm X-T, X-S, X-E series.
Lens Mount: Fujifilm X-mount
Highlights: Vintage styling with modern performance, tactile controls, superb lenses, and those famous film simulations—fun and functional.
Full Frame
🟨 Nikon Z (FX)
Used By: Nikon Z5, Z6/Z7, Z8, Z9, Zf
Lens Mount: Nikon Z
Highlights: Excellent sensors and arguably the best-value full-frame lenses among the major brands.
🟥 Canon RF
Used By: Canon RP, R6, R5, etc.
Lens Mount: Canon RF (EF through adapter)
Highlights: Top-tier autofocus and pro-grade build. High upfront cost, but there are deals to be found.
🟩 Sony E
Used By: Sony a7, a7R, a7S, a7C series, etc.
Lens Mount: Sony E-mount
Highlights: Massive lens lineup, outstanding autofocus, and lots of body options—there’s something here for every budget.
🟧 Panasonic Lumix S
Used By: Panasonic S5, S1, S9 series
Lens Mount: L-mount
Highlights: A hybrid shooter’s dream—great video tools, solid stills performance, and excellent value, especially with the S5 line.
Other Sensor Sizes
🟫 Micro Four Thirds
Used By: Panasonic G/GH series, OM System, etc.
Lens Mount: Micro Four Thirds (aka MFT or m43)
Highlights: Compact, rugged bodies and a mature lens ecosystem—ideal for travel, wildlife, or lightweight setups.
🟪 Fujifilm GFX
Used By: GFX 50S/50R/100S, etc.
Lens Mount: Fujifilm GF
Highlights: Medium format image quality in a relatively compact form. Exceptional dynamic range and detail—for pros and perfectionists.
Discontinued systems
🟥 Canon EOS M
Used By: Canon M100/M200, M50, M6 series, etc.
Lens Mount: Canon EF-M (EF through adapter)
Highlights: Compact, capable, and affordable—especially good for vloggers, travelers, and casual shooters. Still a solid value on the used market.
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