It’s true that traditional point-and-shoot cameras are in
decline, but they’re still really
popular for casual vacation
photography and family use,
combining great value for money
with easy to use controls. There’s also a lot of debate about DSLR vs mirrorless cameras right now, but the fact is that there are pros
and cons to both, and that DSLRs
are still very much alive and
kicking – and definitely in our list
of the best cameras you can buy
right now.
And the best bit? There are lots of
cheap camera deals right now – you’ll see today’s best prices
below (and we’ve got a separate
guide if you’re looking for the best dash cam to use in your car). If you’re a pro or an expert
you’ll probably be looking at a full-frame mirrorless or full- frame DSLR camera, while enthusiasts and beginners looking
for an interchangeable lens
camera but something cheaper
and lighter will be better off with
a smaller-format APS-C or Micro Four Thirds model.
We start off with our top
recommendations for all-round
cameras for all kinds of
photography, picking cameras to
suit every price level. Maybe you
don’t need a mirrorless camera or a DSLR and you’re looking for
something simpler? We list our
favourite compact cameras for
travel, adventure or even simple
family use. If you want to record
your life in video, why not check out the best action camera? Or maybe you’ve got your sights set
a bit higher and you want to
upgrade to a full-frame or professional camera? We’ve got that covered too.
keep reading to find the best
cameras you can buy right now,
regardless of your experience,
expertise or budget!
My number 1 is
Fujifilm X-T3
A professional quality camera but
without the weight and cost
Type:
Mirrorless
Sensor:
APS-C | Megapixels: 26.1MP | Lens mount: Fujifilm X mount | Monitor: EVF, 3,690k dots, 100% coverage | Continuous shooting speed: 11fps | Viewfinder: EVF | Max video resolution: 4K | User level: Enthusiast/ Professional
Low Stock
£1,349
2. Olympus OM-D E-M10 III
A cheaper but brilliant mirrorless
camera you can fit in a coat
pocket
Type: Mirrorless | Sensor: Micro Four Thirds | Megapixels: 16.1MP | Lens mount: Micro Four Thirds | Screen: 3-inch tilting touchscreen, 1,037,000 dots | Viewfinder: Electronic | Max burst speed: 8.6fps | Max video resolution: 4K | User level: Beginner/enthusiast
Cost £499