Top Mirrorless Cameras 2023

The Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 isn't a class leader in terms of imaging prowess, but the camera should highly appeal to video-first creators thanks to its support for 5.7K ProRes capture.

The Fujfilm GFX50S II is the most affordable digital medium format camera to date, but its image sensor and contrast detect focus system show their age.

The Leica SL2-S's striking design comes with high-end pricing to match, but it's a lovely mirrorless camera for those who can afford it.

The original GFX 100 was a groundbreaking camera, but the Fujifilm GFX100S takes it all to another level. For the first time there’s a 100MP medium format camera packed into a DSLR-sized body, including image stabilization, and costing as much as some of the latest full-frame mirrorless snappers. A lot of X-series tech has made its way here, making the GFX100S one of the more mainstream and accessible medium format cameras there is.

The full-frame mirrorless Nikon Z 7 II is a bit faster than its predecessor and supports dual memory cards, both important for pros. Its autofocus isn't quite as futuristic as its rivals, but it undercuts them on price, and its 45MP image sensor is still one of the best around.

The Nikon Z6 is great for sport and wildlife photography. Thanks to its high continuous shooting speed, you can take bursts of pictures that help you get a clear shot of fast-moving subjects. Also, it does an incredible job tracking fast-moving subjects thanks to its superb autofocus system. It has amazing image quality and handles noise superbly well, too.

An entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera that’s just as well suited to many professionals as experienced amateurs, the Nikon Z5 is easy to use while still offering all the manual features and customized settings you’d expect from a camera in this price bracket.

For vloggers and YouTubers, the G100 is an excellent choice. With a good range of video options, including a world-first when it comes to audio, it’s one of the most versatile and well-specced cameras in its price and weight category. Its small size, shape and weight also makes it a good option for travel photographers looking for something small and discreet. With an excellent array of Micro Four Thirds lenses available, particularly small and travel-friendly optics, this is a fun option to suit a wide audience.

I’ve been testing the 24-megapixel Lumix S1, paired with Panasonic’s versatile 24-105mm F/4 L-Mount lens, for a few weeks. That kit costs an eye-watering $3,400 and has the weight and size of a classic DSLR pro shooter.

The Sony a6400 is a camera that straddles the line between consumer and enthusiast, delivering automatic operation for family snapshots with the image quality and speed aficionados love.