5 best mirrorless cameras in India in 2024

While DSLR cameras have typically been known for their capabilities by both professional and amateur photographers alike, many users have now taken to mirrorless cameras as either primary or secondary options, for a number of reasons. Mirrorless cameras are smaller, lighter, and easier to handle and use, while offering comparable performance and image quality to the much larger DSLR cameras. As the name suggests, these cameras do not use a mirror in the viewfinder assembly. 

Instead, mirrorless cameras use an electronic viewfinder system, which helps in making the size and shape of the camera much more compact – the screen serves as the viewfinder, helping you frame your shot properly. Mirrorless cameras come in various sizes and price ranges, depending on the capabilities and features on offer, and many also come with an interchangeable lens system for versatility in photography.

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Here’s a list of the best mirrorless cameras you can buy in India right now, across various prices.

Top 5 mirrorless cameras in 2024

1. Canon EOS R7

2. Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV

3. Nikon Z F

4. Sony Alpha 7 III

5. Sony Alpha ZV-E10L

1. Canon EOS R7

The Canon EOS R7 is a versatile mirrorless camera, featuring a 32.5-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor and the ability to shoot in 4K resolution at 30fps. The high ISO range also means that it’s a handy shooter in low-light scenarios, and usefully has two SD card slots for ease of use. It’s best used for still-image photos, but the EOS R7 has the ability to capture motion quickly and accurately, making it well suited for wildlife and sports photography. That said, it has decent video capabilities as well, making it a good all-rounder.

2. Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV

The OM-D E-M10 is a mirrorless camera best suited to novice and hobbyist photographers, thanks to its compact frame and beginner-friendly feature set. The camera has a 20.3-megapixel sensor, and supports 4K video recording. You also get Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, which help in quickly transferring images to other devices such as smartphones and laptops. There’s also a 3-inch LED touch screen which can be repositioned for convenience while shooting. It’s ideal for travel photography, and meant for amateur photographers who want an upgrade over their smartphone cameras.

3. Nikon Z F

Fairly well equipped, yet compact and stylish, the Nikon Z F has a 24.5-megapixel sensor and the ability to shoot 4K video. Skilled photographer will benefit from the excellent image quality, video features, and autofocus capabilities of this camera, and will also appreciate the retro design and compact form factor. It’s best used with smaller lenses, but is a handy and versatile camera that can perform well in various situations including for speed and accuracy. There is also a large 3.2-inch monitor, plenty of storage options, and Wi-Fi connectivity to quickly and conveniently transfer pictures and videos to other devices.

4. Sony Alpha 7 III

A full-frame mirrorless camera with a 24.2-megapixel sensor, the Sony Alpha 7 III is still a capable shooter even in 2024, thanks to its autofocus capabilities, low-light performance, and generally compact and easy-to-handle form factor.

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The screen can be tilted for convenience, the camera is quick and fast to focus, and there is 5-axis stabilisation, making it well suited for outdoor and wildlife photography. You can also record video at 4K resolution. Skilled photographers will also benefit from the level of control afforded by the Sony Alpha 7 III.

5. Sony Alpha ZV-E10L

A mirrorless camera meant for vloggers and social media enthusiasts, the Sony Alpha ZV-E10L comes with an impressive on-board microphone, making it ideal for video recording where you don’t have to connect an external microphone.That said, there are plenty of connectivity options, and the camera also supports external power supply via USB Type-C. The 24.2-megapixel sensor on the camera makes for good performance for still images and video. Usefully, you can also use Wi-Fi to quickly transfer images and video to a smartphone, which is helpful for social media enthusiasts who need to quickly most their videos on the go.

As we mentioned earlier, mirrorless cameras are much smaller, easier to handle than their larger siblings, DSLRs. However, their performance is on par with their larger siblings, and they do so without breaking the bank. So what are you waiting for? Head to a Croma store near you, and bring home one today!