Digital camera buying guide
Bec Summer
STACK Writer
Which type of digital camera will best suit you? We look at the options, and offer up some suggestions as to top gear to check out.
DSLR cameras
DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras are built to last, offer versatility with interchangeable lenses, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and are a great investment.
A mirror inside reflects the light entering the lens into the body’s viewfinder. Pressing the shutter button flips the mirror upwards, allowing light to enter the sensor and capture the final image on an SD card.
A built-in viewfinder allows you to see the exact image that will be captured; they don’t require an LCD screen to preview the image, which means less power used and longer battery life.
DSLR cameras have the edge in auto focus for shooting fast moving subjects, and their large sensors make them ideal for shooting in low light levels.
Canon EOS 200D II DSLR with 18-55mm lens (4K video)
Features a Guided Display Mode for beginners, 24.2MP sensor, smart autofocus and eye detection. Capture stunning images with HDR and 4K video, and share content to a smartphone via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Mirrorless cameras
They display images on an LCD screen/electronic viewfinder (EVF) to preview in real time.
No mirror makes them lighter and more portable than DSLR cameras, making them a good option for out-and-about photography using interchangeable lenses.
Mirrorless cameras can be easier to use than their DSLR counterparts and are an ideal entry-level camera for aspiring photographers.
You can capture shots in low light and with slow shutter speeds, without the need for a tripod. Their superior video quality and In-body Image Stabilisation (IBIS) keeps things smooth and stable when shooting handheld.
Nikon Z fc Mirrorless Camera with Nikkor Z 16-50mm Lens
Sporting a classic design, the Nikon Z is as good as it looks, with a 20.9MP sensor, automatic eye detection, 4K (30p) video recording, and a vari-angle touch screen. Perfect for vloggers!
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Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with RFS 18-45 + 55-210MM Twin Lens Kit
Available in a limited edition kit that includes two lenses and a camera strap (while stocks last), the new EOS R50 has a 24.2MP sensor and features 4K (30p) video recording, advanced subject tracking, and Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB connectivity.
Compact cameras
Lightweight and portable cameras that are perfect for travel and vlogging. Their point-and-shoot ease of use makes them a good entry level camera for casual snappers and beginners.
Compact cameras bridge the gap between a smartphone camera and a DSLR or Mirrorless camera, with better optical zoom than a phone and more control over settings like aperture, shutter speed and exposure.
They have a fixed lens, take good quality images, and sport a variety of manual and automatic settings. Most support 4K video recording and wireless connectivity for live streaming and social sharing.
Canon Powershot G7X III Compact Digital Camera
Perfect for vlogging, the Powershot has a 20.1MP sensor and a tilting LCD screen. Shoot in RAW burst mode (30fps) and share/livestream 4K (30p) video using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Panasonic Lumix TZ95 30x Zoom Compact Camera with Leica Lens (4K Video)
An ideal travel companion with a 20.3MP sensor, 30x optical/60x intelligent zoom lens with Zoom Compose Assist mode, and ultra high-speed autofocus. Shoot video, photos and selfies in glorious 4K and share via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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