{"id":55252,"date":"2019-01-23T09:00:42","date_gmt":"2019-01-23T14:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/?p=55252"},"modified":"2019-06-19T03:48:22","modified_gmt":"2019-06-19T07:48:22","slug":"what-is-the-best-mirrorless-camera-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/what-is-the-best-mirrorless-camera-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is the Best Mirrorless Camera for Beginners?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Just a few years ago, aspiring photographers looking for their first camera had to choose between a digital point-and-shoot camera and a DSLR. Fortunately, technological advancements have given us a mix of both worlds \u2014 enter, <\/span>the mirrorless camera<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

As you may have guessed from its name, mirrorless cameras lack the internal mirror that DSLRs have. Instead of the mirror mechanism, mirrorless cameras use a digital imaging sensor to reflect a digital preview of what the lens is seeing to the electronic viewfinder (EVF) or rear LCD screen. This innovation allows mirrorless cameras to have a more compact body that’s more convenient to shoot and travel with on photography trips.<\/span><\/p>\n

What makes mirrorless cameras ideal for beginners is that most of them use the same DSLR features and functionalities that have made the DSLR the pri<\/span>me choice all these years \u2014 the use of interchangeable lenses, sophisticated autofocus systems, and multiple shooting modes (programmed, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, manual). Both are still <\/span>comparable<\/span><\/a>, especially since they are within the same price range, but a mirrorless camera comes in a smaller and lighter package.<\/span><\/p>\n

So what’s the best entry level mirrorless camera right now? To help narrow down your choices, here are a few of the most popular and best-selling mirrorless cameras for aspiring photographers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best Mirrorless Cameras for Beginners<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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As with every other type of camera, there\u2019s no single best mirrorless camera. It all boils down to choosing the right camera that suits your needs and preferences\u2014may it be high-end specs, functionality, portability, or style.<\/span> \"Olympus<\/p>\n

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III<\/a> (<\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III is an excellent example of a mirrorless camera that looks a lot like a DSLR with its viewfinder mounted at the top. But even then, it maintains the compact size that this type of camera is well known and loved for. It\u2019s equipped with a 16MP Micro Four Thirds sensor, which is smaller than the APS-C sensors on most entry-level DSLRs but makes up for it with its ultra-fast focusing performance with compatible lenses.<\/span><\/p>\n

Aside from its excellent responsiveness and beautiful image quality, many beginners are fond of its premium build quality, sophisticated finish, built-in Art Filters, advanced shooting modes, and access to a good range of lenses.<\/span><\/p>\n

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