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What's the best camera you can buy right now? Like finding the 'best' restaurant, the answer depends entirely on your tastes and budget
But that doesn't mean we haven't put together a guide to help you buy the right camera for you, based on your photographic preferences
All cameras are a compromise
Finding the best camera for you is a process of discovering which balance of strengths and compromises suits your style of photography
For example, there's no point buying a big, powerful full-frame beast if you're mainly looking to do hobbyist travel photography. Beginners
looking to learn manual shooting, meanwhile, are better off with a mirrorless camera or DSLR that offers easy access to these physical
controls, rather than a touchscreen-based premium compact. We've taken all of these nuances into consideration when compiling our top ten
Just want to know what we think the best camera is right now for most people? That's the Nikon Z6
It's small, light and relatively affordable for a full-frame camera
And while it's only compatible with a handful of native lenses, you can use hundreds more through an adapter. We've rounded up the very
best options across the three main categories: DSLR, mirrorless and compact
Each camera stands out in some way
That might simply be because it's the best camera in its category, or because it offers great value
Or perhaps it has a unique, ground-breaking feature.That means that while many of these cameras are new, some are older models that have now
dropped in price to tempting levels
Newer isn't always better, particularly if there's only been a marginal increase in performance and a disproportionately high increase in
But you don't need to worry about that, as we've cherry picked both new and older models that have proved themselves worthy.If you can
afford to wait to bag a bargain, then remember that the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are approaching – bookmark these pages and
you'll get the best deals from our deals experts.Need more advice? Want to find out more about any of these cameras? We've put each one to a
thorough test in order to decide on what makes the list
Just click the link at the end of each camera's description to read our in-depth review, complete with sample images and in-depth looks at
how key features fare.What you should know about shopping on Black FridayThe Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals period is always a good
time to get yourself a great camera deal
Many of the big retailers will have lots of offers to tempt you in across a range of different price points
Often the biggest savings can be found with the ‘cheap’ or ‘midrange’ categories, but you might also see some big price slashes this
year for high-end cameras as retailers look to refresh their stock levels
That said, if you’re particularly keen on one of the great products found on this page, there’s no guarantee that you’ll get a better
deal by waiting until Black Friday
Our handy widget always shows you today’s latest and best prices, so don’t feel you have to wait
If you’re less bothered about a specific product, you should take a look at our Black Friday camera deals page, where we’ll show you the
best offers throughout November.Best camera 2019 at a glance:Nikon Z6 (our top all-round camera)Fujifilm X-T30 Sony A7 III Nikon
D850 Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IIICanon EOS Rebel SL3 / EOS 250DPanasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90Olympus Tough TG-6Sony
RX10 IIIAlong the way we'll explain some of the jargon and the differences between cameras, though if you need a bit more help deciding what
kind of camera you need, you can get a lot more information from our special step-by-step guide: What camera should I buy?On the other hand,
you may already have a clear idea of the kind of camera you want, in which case you could go straight to one of our more specific camera
buying guides at the bottom of the page
Otherwise, read on to find out our picks of the best cameras available right now.The best cameras 2019:(Image credit:
Nikon Z6A brilliant full-frame all-rounder mirrorlessType: Mirrorless | Sensor size: Full-frame CMOS | Resolution: 24.5MP | Lens: Nikon Z
mount | Viewfinder: EVF | Screen type: 3.2-inch tilting touchscreen, 2,100,000 dots | Maximum continuous shooting speed: 12fps | Movies: 4K
| User level: Intermediate/expertHigh-resolution EVFFamiliar and refined handlingXQD card format has limited supportLimited buffer depthNow
just over a year old, the Z6 still retains its position as our best camera
Being a fantastic all rounder with superb handling, there's nothing yet which beats it in terms of versatility, usability and affordability
The Z6 combines both excellent stills and 4K video quality with everything else that's key for a full-frame mirrorless camera
That means we get a lightweight and compact body that still manages to handle beautifully on account of a substantial and ergonomically
There's also a sharp and crisp 3.69-million dot viewfinder along with a responsive, and tilting touchscreen
The native lens range for the Z mount is expanding rapidly, but if there's something you need that's not covered then you can use F-mount
optics via the optional FTZ adapter ($245 / £270 / AU$180)
We've also been treated to features such as Eye AF for the past few months, which helps it to compete even more strongly against Sony's
We love the Z6 – though the Sony A7 III (see below) isn't too far behind it.(Image credit: Future)2
Fujifilm X-T30This ravishing retro option squeezes in plenty of high-end techSensor size: APS-C | Resolution: 26.1MP | Viewfinder: 2,360K
dots | Monitor: 3.0-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 1,040K dots | Autofocus: 425-point AF | Maximum continuous shooting rate: 8fps | Movies: 4K
at 30p | User level: ExpertSuperb value for moneyExcellent images and lovely videosSmall body can be fiddlyOne card slotFujifilm's X-T3 may
still one of the most capable APS-C mirrorless cameras around, but that fact that the company managed to incorporate so much of its tech
inside the smaller and cheaper X-T30 makes this our recommendation for most people
A solid 26.1MP X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor, popular Film Simulation modes, excellent 4K video capabilities and a hybrid AF system with 425
phase-detect AF points stand out as highlights from its strong spec sheet, while improvements to overall speed and face/eye detection (with
more to come via scheduled firmware updates) make for a slightly more polished performance over the previous X-T20
Our only gripe is the small viewfinder magnification, but there's enough handling prowess to still make it one of the best APS-C options out
Hot on its heels is the newly-announced Nikon Z50, which may just push the X-T30 out of this list once we've had chance to test it
Sony A7 IIIQuality results partnered with speedy operationSensor size: Full-frame | Resolution: 24.2MP | Viewfinder: 2,359K dots | Monitor:
3.0-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 921K dots | Autofocus: 693-point AF | Maximum continuous shooting rate: 10fps | Movies: 4K at 30p | User
level: Intermediate/expertGreat 24MP sensorSensor-based stabilizationWeather-sealing could be better Some EVF tearingWe love the A7 III
The original A7 and A7 II showed Sony was moving in the right direction and making all the right noises
But despite being over 18 months old, it's this third iteration that still stands out in the full-frame mirrorless market
The core of the camera – namely a 24MP full-frame sensor, 4K video, sensor-based image stabilisation, 10fps burst shooting and a 693-point
hybrid AF system – is strong enough, but with two card slots and a 710-shot battery life on top of that, you're getting excellent value
for money as well as top performance
We have some reservations with the viewfinder and weather-sealing, but this is still one of the most versatile cameras around right now,
mirrorless or otherwise. (Image credit: Future)4
Nikon D850Resolution, speed and traditional controls - this DSLR still delivers Type: DSLR | Sensor size: Full-frame CMOS | Resolution:
45.4MP | Lens: Nikon F mount | Viewfinder: Optical | Screen type: 3.2-inch tilting touchscreen, 2,359,000 dots | Maximum continuous shooting
speed: 7fps | Movies: 4K | User level: Intermediate/expertStunning image qualityExcellent performanceSlow Live View AF speedSnapBridge
connectivityYou'd be forgiven for thinking that mirrorless is the only option right now for class-leading tech, but the Nikon D850 still
manages to hold its own as one of the best cameras on the market
It has a well-rounded feature set which means it appeals to a diverse range of users, particularly those who are already heavily invested in
If you need high resolution, it's got it with a 45MP full-frame sensor
If you need speed, it has that too with a 7fps burst shooting option which can be boosted to 9fps with a battery grip
OK, that's reasonably modest compared with the likes of the 20fps Sony A9 II, but it's still good enough for capturing most kinds of action
On top of that you also get 4K video recording options, as well as a rugged body protected against inclement weather
One feature which is definitely king over its mirrorless rivals is battery life – with a massive 1800 frames per charge, you shouldn't
need to worry about the camera dying in the middle of the decisive moment.5
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IIITop-notch performance in a super-small package Type: Mirrorless | Sensor size: Micro Four Thirds | Resolution:
16.1MP | Lens: Micro Four Thirds | Screen type: 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen, 1,370,000 dots | Viewfinder: EVF | Maximum continuous shooting
rate: 8.6fps | Movies: 4K | User level: Beginner/enthusiastCompact proportions5-axis stabilisation is greatSmaller sensor than someBattery
life could be betterWhile the main specification of the OM-D E-M10 Mark III doesn't offer a huge upgrade from the Mark II, Olympus has
refined and tweaked one of our favorite mirrorless cameras to make it an even more tempting proposition for new users and enthusiasts alike
Sure, the Micro Four Thirds sensor is smaller than the competition, and its 16MP resolution may seen a little behind the times too, but
don't let this put you off
Sensor-based image stabilization, something many cameras at this level don't offer in favour of lens-based stabilization, is a huge plus and
very effective too, while 4K video recording and 8.6fps burst shooting are also very competitive
The fact that you can use it with so many excellent and compact Micro Four Thirds lenses only adds to its charms
The recently announced Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III, which we'll be testing soon, may become our preferred Micro Four Thirds option, but until
now this more affordable model remains a great choice for beginners and travelers. (Image credit: Canon)6
Canon EOS Rebel SL3 / EOS 250DLooking for a first DSLR? The Rebel SL2 ticks plenty of boxesType: DSLR | Sensor: APS-C CMOS | Resolution:
24.2MP | Lens mount: Canon EF | Viewfinder: Optical | Screen type: 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 1,040,000 dots | Maximum continuous
shooting speed: 5fps | Movies: 4K | User level: BeginnerFlip-out touchscreen works brilliantlyDual Pixel CMOS AF is great4K videoVideo is
cropped9-point AF system a little basicThe best two beginner DSLRs we've seen recently are the Nikon D3500 and Canon Rebel SL3 / 250D
While the former wins out for value, for this list we've gone for the slightly pricier 250D
Having the rather dubious moniker as the world's smallest DSLR with a fully-articulating screen, the 250D is still a great option to learn
Thanks to that screen, it's also a decent option for vloggers or video fans
Being an upgrade from the popular 200D, it brings with it some new features such as 4K video recording and a new processor
If your budget is limited and you don't need 4K video, the older SL2 / 200D is a good option, putting the cash you save towards a new lens
If you're new to a "proper" camera, the 24.2 megapixel sensor of the EOS 250D will give your photography a good step-up, while the fluid AF
system comes into play when shooting live view and videos
There's also an easy-to-understand interface, which is great for those who are just starting out
The number of lenses available for Canon's EF mount is almost endless, while accessories are also numerous.7
Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200The perfect travel camera - small, versatile and with a decent zoom Type: Travel compact | Sensor: 1-inch type
CMOS | Resolution: 20.1MP | Lens: 24-360mm, f/3.3-6.4 | Viewfinder: EVF | Screen type: 3.0-inch touchscreen, 1,240,000 dots | Maximum
continuous shooting speed: 10fps | Movies: 4K | User level: Beginner/enthusiast1.0-inch type sensorDecent 15x zoomEVF still feels a little
crampedExpensivePanasonic keeps hold of its best travel-friendly compact camera title with the Lumix ZS200 (known as the Lumix TZ200 outside
It pairs a large 1.0-inch sized sensor with a flexible 15x optical zoom lens in a package which is just on the right side of affordable (an
area where Sony's RX100 series falls down)
There's a built-in electronic viewfinder which you can use in bright conditions if the touch-sensitive screen is difficult to see
Other useful features include 4K video recording, as well as Panasonic's 4K Photo modes which enable you to extract 8MP images of fleeting
There are undoubtedly more powerful pocket-friendly compacts currently on the market – if you have very deep pockets, then the Cyber-shot
RX100 VII is the best available
For most ordinary people who don't have such enormous budgets, the ZS200/TZ200 is the much more sensible option.(Image credit: Future)8
Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90A great all-rounder well-suited to vloggersType: Mirrorless | Sensor size: Micro Four Thirds | Resolution: 20.3MP |
Lens: Micro Four Thirds | Screen type: 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 1,040,000 dots | Viewfinder: EVF | Maximum continuous shooting rate:
9fps/30fps | Movies: 4K | User level: IntermediateMulti-aspect sensor designBrilliant video specAbsence of IS not for everyoneBattery life
could be betterIf you're looking for a solid all-rounder and like to shoot video as well as stills, the G90 / G95 is a great option
Inheriting a lot of features from both the G85 and the video-orientated GH5S, this is a camera which manages to cram a lot into its
The design is well-considered which means the G90 / G95 handles very well, while Micro Four Thirds lenses are so small that the overall
system is very neat and compact
For video shooters, there's 4K video with V-LogL profile, in frame rates including 24p, 25p and 30p, while Full HD recording is up to 120fps
in the High Speed Video mode
Microphone and head-socket ports also round out the video-centric features, but stills shooters needn't feel left out either as it's also
very capable in that area too. (Image credit: Future)9
Olympus Tough TG-6A rugged, waterproof body blended with high-end featuresType: Compact | Sensor: 1/2.3-inch | Resolution: 12MP | Lens:
25-100mm f/2-4.9 | Viewfinder: N/A | Monitor: 3.0-inch screen, 1,040,000 dots | Maximum continuous shooting speed: 20fps | Movies: 4K | User
level: BeginnerRugged credentialsRaw captureSmall sensorPoor quality at longer focal lengths If you're looking for a waterproof camera that
can venture into places that your smartphone daren't tread, then the TG-6 is the best option around
Olympus has done a lot to impress with its TG range over the years
While the TG-6 represents a fairly modest upgrade from its predecessor (the TG-5), it's still the go-to name for a tough or underwater
Designed to throw anything you can throw at it – sometimes quite literally – the TG-6 is waterproof down to 15 meters, crushproof to
weights of 100kg, and drop-proof from heights of 2.4m
it can also be used in temperatures as low as -10°C
Combine all that with a camera that can shoot in raw format, record 4K video 30p or high-speed footage at 120p in Full HD and you've got
something very appealing indeed
For underwater photographers, there's some new underwater modes, but if you're mainly working on land, you'd do well to consider the older
TG-5 model to save some cash.10
Sony RX10 IIIThe bridge camera for those who want quality and convenienceType: Bridge camera | Sensor: 1.0-inch type CMOS | Resolution:
20.1MP | Lens: 24-600mm, f/2.8-4 | Screen type: 3-inch tilting screen, 1,040,000 dots | Viewfinder: EVF | Maximum continuous shooting speed:
14fps | Movies: 4K | User level: IntermediateGreat sensor-size-to-lens ratioCracking 4K videosAF can struggle at telephoto endNo built-in ND
filterA bridge camera combines the flexibility of a bag of lenses with the convenience of a single body
The RX10 III is the third bridge-style superzoom in the popular RX10 line, and while it's been succeeded by the newer RX10 IV, we reckon the
great spec sheet and lower price of the RX10 III makes more sense for most people
Thanks to its large, high-quality 1-inch sensor and image-stabilized 24-600mm-equivalent zoom lens, it's one of the best DSLR alternatives
for those that need a massive focal range
Excellent 4K video capabilities and 14fps burst shooting show it to be more than capable when faced with moving subjects too
Too expensive? The previous RX10 II is still available (although its lens has a more modest 24-200mm scope), and Panasonic's competitively
priced FZ1000 is another stellar option
(Image credit: Future)Honorary mention: Fujifilm GFX 100This megapixel monster is the most exciting medium format camera yetSensor size:
Medium format | Resolution: 102MP | Viewfinder: 5,760,000 dots | Monitor: 3.2-inch three-direction tilt display, 2,360K dots | Autofocus:
Hybrid AF | Maximum continuous shooting rate: 5fps | Movies: 4K | User level: ProfessionalEVF is the best yet on a mirrorless cameraStunning
detail in imagesVertical grip could be betterVery expensive Fujifilm may not have full-frame cameras like many of its rivals, but it's
managed to build on its successful X-series cameras with some impressive medium format alternatives
And with its GFX 100, it shows just how successful the marriage between X-series technology and a larger sensor can be, bringing together
many well loved features with a 102MP (yes, 102MP) sensor that performs to an exceptional standard
While there are other medium format cameras that exceed it for sensor resolution, none can match the kind if usability we have here, with
masses of control over your shooting together with a stunning 5.76 million-dot electronic viewfinder and great 4K video quality to boot
It's not perfect, and it'll cost you dearly, but it's unquestionably the most well-rounded medium format camera we've seen yet.Turn your
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