As the name suggests, a mirrorless camera is one that doesn’t require a mirror, a key component of a DSLR (which stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex, the word “reflex” referring to the reflective ...

Mirrorless cameras are here to stay. The argument to own one isn't only about them being small and lightweight anymore, because nowadays many mirrorless shooters rival DSLRs in image quality -- ...

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DSLR vs mirrorless cameras is a debate for the ages, so here's our handy guide to help you decide which is best for you. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Digital cameras today tend to fall under one of two categories: SLR or mirrorless. What’s the difference? And why does it matter? To find out, let’s take a quick trip through the history of the medium ...

Interchangeable lens cameras sit at the top of the gear pyramid for serious photographers. Both mirrorless cameras and DSLRs boast the flexibility of different lenses and larger sensors compared to ...

Buying your first interchangeable lens camera can be daunting. We explain the benefits of SLRs and mirrorless technology, and highlight some of the best models we've tested. Images, and the devices ...

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When you look through the viewfinder of a traditional DSLR camera, you’re actually seeing a reflection from a mirror behind the lens. As light passes through that mirror it refracts to the viewfinder.

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Take the lens off of a film SLR or a digital SLR and you’ll find yourself staring into a mirror. In fact, mirrors have been essential camera components for more than 150 years—that is, of course, ...