There are two main types of cameras photographers invest in these days. They are mirrorless and DSLR cameras. Which one is better? Here are 7 things you should know about both.
There are pros and cons to owning a DSLR verses a mirrorless camera. Think about your camera needs as you read the list of things to consider below before one or the other.
Advertisement
1. Bad battery life
Mirrorless cameras' batteries do not generally last as long as DSLRs. You don't want to waste time replacing the batteries after just a few shots. Enjoy taking plenty of pictures without having to stop and replaced batteries with a DSLR.
Mirrorless cameras' batteries do not generally last as long as DSLRs. You don't want to waste time replacing the batteries after just a few shots. Enjoy taking plenty of pictures without having to stop and replaced batteries with a DSLR.
2. Autofocus when moving
Mirrorless cameras have state-of-the art autofocusing features when taking shots of still life, but this is not the case when subjects are moving. A DLSR can autofocus crisply on still and moving objects.
Mirrorless cameras have state-of-the art autofocusing features when taking shots of still life, but this is not the case when subjects are moving. A DLSR can autofocus crisply on still and moving objects.
3. Image quality
The quality of images for both mirrorless cameras and DSLRs are top notch. The only way to make one image better than the other is to use Photoshop. Both types of cameras create great images, so there is no competition here.
The quality of images for both mirrorless cameras and DSLRs are top notch. The only way to make one image better than the other is to use Photoshop. Both types of cameras create great images, so there is no competition here.
4. Low light
Both types of cameras can produce images in low light, although DSLRs can do so with better end results. Mirrorless camera shots in low light end up with very grainy shots. This can be smoothed over post-processing, but to avoid the hassle, get a DSLR.
Both types of cameras can produce images in low light, although DSLRs can do so with better end results. Mirrorless camera shots in low light end up with very grainy shots. This can be smoothed over post-processing, but to avoid the hassle, get a DSLR.
5. Lenses
You can use lenses for either camera, although its quicker to attach and use a lens on a DSLR. If you have a big event or long shoot day ahead of you, save the time and hassle and go with the DSLR lens.
You can use lenses for either camera, although its quicker to attach and use a lens on a DSLR. If you have a big event or long shoot day ahead of you, save the time and hassle and go with the DSLR lens.
6. Viewfinders
Both DSLRs and mirrorless cameras come with a handy viewfinder. You have to turn on the mirrorless camera to see through its viewfinder. With a DSLR, you can use the viewfinder without turning the camera on.
Both DSLRs and mirrorless cameras come with a handy viewfinder. You have to turn on the mirrorless camera to see through its viewfinder. With a DSLR, you can use the viewfinder without turning the camera on.
7. Weighty matters
Mirrorless cameras weigh less due to their smaller size, which makes them easier to handle and carry. DLSRs are heavier and bulkier since they need room for a prism and mirror. Despite this, DLSRs have more lens and accessory options to choose from.
Mirrorless cameras weigh less due to their smaller size, which makes them easier to handle and carry. DLSRs are heavier and bulkier since they need room for a prism and mirror. Despite this, DLSRs have more lens and accessory options to choose from.
Advertisement
Whichever you choose, both DLSRs and mirrorless cameras have pros and cons, so think about what you need before purchasing one or the other.