System cameras

How to choose a system camera

1. Cell size

• Full cell – the best image quality in low light and the strongest background blur. For example, the Sony A7 series (the latest Sony A7V), Canon EOS R6 ja Nikon Z5 II.
• APS-C – pienempi ja edullisempi kokonaisuus, kuvanlaatu riittää useimmille erinomaisesti. Esimerkiksi Sony A6700, Canon EOS R50 ja Fujifilm X-sarja.
• Micro Four Thirds – The lightest camera bodies and lenses; a good choice for nature photography and travel. OM System and Panasonic.

2. The system and lenses

The camera brand determines which lenses are compatible with it. There is also a wide range available for Sony E-, Canon RF-, Nikon Z- and Fujifilm X-mounts From Sigma and From Tamron. See all lenses.

3. Photography or video?

All current system cameras can also record video. If video is your main priority, look out for features such as 4K/60p or 4K/120p recording, 10-bit recording, a microphone input and heat resistance. An example of a camera specialising in video is Sony FX3. Good sound makes a video better, so do have a look at microphones.

4. Budget

Beginners should set aside around 800–1,200 euros, which will buy them a good camera body and a kit lens. You should also set aside money for a memory card, a spare battery and in a camera bag.

5. Size and weight

If you take your camera with you when travelling and in your day-to-day life, choose a compact system camera and a lightweight lens. The smallest options are APS-C bodies, such as the Fujifilm X-M5, Canon EOS R50 and Sony ZV-E10 II, as well as Micro Four Thirds cameras. Full-frame bodies and their lenses are larger and heavier, but offer the best image quality.

System cameras by brand

• Sony system cameras – The E-mount offers the widest range of lenses on the market, including those from Sigma and Tamron. Full-frame A7 models and APS-C cameras such as the A6700 and ZV-E10 II, which boast powerful video capabilities.
• Canon system cameras – The EOS R system and RF lenses. The user-friendly EOS R50 and R10 are ideal for beginners, whilst the full-frame EOS R6 and R5 are designed for demanding photography.
• Nikon system cameras – Z-järjestelmässä on hyvä ote ja selkeät säätimet. Z50 II on suosittu ensimmäinen kamera, Z5 II edullinen täyskenno ja Zf klassisen näköinen retrokamera.
• Fujifilm system cameras – X-sarjan APS-C-kamerat tunnetaan filmisimulaatioista ja retromuotoilusta. Esimerkiksi X-M5, X-S20 ja X-T5.

Second-hand system camera

System cameras are very durable, so buying a second-hand one is a smart way to get more for your money. We inspect every camera, and all of them with our second-hand cameras There is a minimum 90-day warranty and a 30-day right of return. You can also trade in your old camera for a new one in exchange for a credit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best system camera for a beginner?

Good entry-level cameras include, for example, the Canon EOS R50, the Nikon Z50 II, the Fujifilm X-M5 and, for video, the Sony ZV-E10 II. For those looking for a full-frame camera, the most affordable option is the Nikon Z5. We’ve compared the most popular models in our guide the best camera for a beginner.

A mirrorless camera or a camera with a mirror system?

Mirrorless. Camera manufacturers have shifted their development entirely towards mirrorless cameras, which offer faster autofocus, a viewfinder that displays the final image, and a lighter body. In practice, new lenses are now being produced almost exclusively for mirrorless systems.

Can I try out the camera before I buy it?

Welcome to our shop in Kouvola. You can try out our cameras and lenses, and we’ll help you choose the right one. You can also ask for a quote by email [email protected].