The OM System OM-1 pushes Micro Four Thirds cameras forward with a Stacked CMOS sensor. It’s a strong upgrade for E-M1 Mark III owners, thanks to better-feeling controls, a refreshed interface, and a robust computational toolset.
The Canon EOS R3 is loaded with high-tech features, including an autofocus system you control with your eyes, but still nails all of the fundamentals, making it a phenomenal camera for sports and wildlife pros.
The Sony a1 is a true do-it-all camera, one that is equally adept at high-speed sports imaging, slow-working landscape photography, and professional video. It's priced to match, but it delivers.
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Video-first creators using the Sony full-frame camera system adore the a7S series for its native 4K sensor, exceptional low-light performance, and compact form factor. The third-generation a7S III ($3,499.99, body only) ups autofocus performance for both stills and video, reduces rolling shutter, and supports 120fps capture at 4K. Along with other upgrades, there are compelling reasons to upgrade if you re still using an a7S II. Hybrid creators with a video-first mentality will be pleased with the camera s versatility, but pure cinematographers may be better served by the Sony FX3 ($3,899.99).
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Sony s full-frame camera line is diverse. Its a7 models cater to enthusiasts and pros, the a9 series is there for high-speed stills, and the a1 is for creators who demand uncompromising performance for both stills and video, without any compromise in speed.
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A little over two years ago, Nikon jumped out of the gate with its first Z mirrorless cameras, launching the 24MP Z 6 and 45MP Z 7 side by side. They were well received, delivering strong, albeit not class-leading, performance. Nikon is refreshing the line for 2021, with the Z 6 II ($1,999.95, body only), which we re reviewing here, and the Z 7 II ($2,999.95) leading the way.
They offer similar upgrades, including a second memory card slot, snappier overall response, and more capable vertical shooting grips as an add-on option. The upgrades are welcome for event photographers, as well as Nikon SLR owners looking to make the mirrorless jump, but don t offer quite as much to customers without a closet full of Nikkor lenses. The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 or Sony a7 III both bring a bit more for the same price, and remain our Editors Choice award winners.