{"id":11086,"date":"2019-02-11T17:49:06","date_gmt":"2019-02-11T17:49:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apogeephoto.com\/?p=11086"},"modified":"2019-02-11T17:53:15","modified_gmt":"2019-02-11T17:53:15","slug":"best-mirrorless-camera-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apogeephoto.com\/best-mirrorless-camera-video\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Mirrorless Camera for Video in 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The esteemed camcorder finds itself increasingly pushed to the side in favor of modern digital cameras. Both DSLR and mirrorless cameras are increasingly capable of providing professional video results. However, mirrorless cameras are pushing the boundaries of hybrid photography\/videography work due to the amount of technology put into their advanced sensors. <\/span><\/p>\n

Today\u2019s mirrorless cameras have their autofocus points right on the sensor, as well as advances like backside illumination. And now that even full-frame mirrorless cameras are extremely affordable, camcorders are increasingly out of favor when you can have a more advanced sensor for the same or less money. <\/span><\/p>\n

Weatherization is another strength of modern mirrorless cameras. Weatherizing (or dust and splash-proof) isn\u2019t all created equally. Fujifilm, Panasonic, and Olympus\u2019 weatherization tends to be fully functional in downpours and storms, while Sony cameras are infamous for having issues in the worst conditions. But, being able to shoot knowing a drizzle isn\u2019t going to have much impact is great for peace of mind and workflow.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lastly, mirrorless cameras tend to be quite trim compared to DSLRs and especially camcorders. As the name suggests, mirrorless cameras do away with the internal mirror system DSLRs use to channel light to their optical viewfinders and phase detection array. Instead, the autofocus pixels sit right on the sensor and the sensor sends a preview image to the electronic viewfinder. <\/span><\/p>\n

This cuts down on internal camera space and slims down the camera body, making a full frame camera like the Sony A7SII slimmer than many popular DSLR video cameras despite the larger sensor. So without further ado, let\u2019s take a look at the best mirrorless cameras for video work.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Should I Be Looking for with a Mirrorless Camera for Video?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Sensor Size<\/b><\/h3>\n

Sensor size is a very contentious issue because there are so many technological advances that can mitigate or negate the advantages of one size over another. Backside illumination, larger pixels, resolution, lens quality, and many more factors play into the quality of your video. <\/span><\/p>\n

How large or small the sensor of your video camera is will affect the field of view, the depth of field, and how much light it collects. For interchangeable lens cameras, the three major formats are: <\/span><\/p>\n