The 10 Best Mirrorless Cameras as of June 2026

How we ranked these mirrorless cameras

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each mirrorless camera does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#	Mirrorless Cameras	Score	Best for	Sensor	Approx price	Amazon links
1	Sony A7 IV	9.2	Best all-round full-frame	Full-frame	£2,400	View Price
2	Fujifilm X-T5	9.1	Best APS-C	APS-C	£1,500	View Price
3	Canon EOS R6 Mark II	9.1	Best for action/hybrid	Full-frame	£2,500	View Price
4	Nikon Z6 III	9.0	Best for video/hybrid	Full-frame	£2,500	View Price
5	Sony A6700	8.8	Best APS-C all-rounder	APS-C	£1,450	View Price
6	Fujifilm X-S20	8.7	Best for content creators	APS-C	£1,250	View Price
7	Canon EOS R10	8.6	Best for beginners	APS-C	£900	View Price
8	Sony ZV-E10 II	8.5	Best for vlogging	APS-C	£1,000	View Price
9	Nikon Z fc	8.4	Best retro style	APS-C	£900	View Price
10	OM System OM-5	8.4	Best for travel/outdoors	Micro Four Thirds	£1,000	View Price

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The full ranking

Best all-round full-frame

Sony A7 IV

9.2Our number one pick.

The Sony A7 IV is the do-everything full-frame hybrid, with a 33MP sensor, superb autofocus, excellent 4K video and a deep lens ecosystem, ideal for enthusiasts and pros alike. It is expensive, but it does almost everything brilliantly.

Image: 9.4Autofocus: 9.4Video: 9.0Value: 8.6

Pros

Excellent stills and video
Class-leading autofocus
Huge lens range

Cons

Expensive
Menus still complex

Check price on Amazon≈ £2,400

Best APS-C

Fujifilm X-T5

9.1A superb runner-up.

Fujifilm's X-T5 pairs a 40MP APS-C sensor with gorgeous film simulations, tactile dials and excellent image quality in a compact body, a joy for stills photographers. It is video-capable but stills-focused, and superb value against full-frame.

Image: 9.4Autofocus: 8.8Video: 8.6Value: 9.0

Pros

Stunning 40MP stills
Lovely film simulations
Tactile retro controls

Cons

Autofocus trails Sony/Canon
Stills-focused

Check price on Amazon≈ £1,500

Best for action/hybrid

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

9.1Rounds out our top three.

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is a brilliant hybrid with fast burst shooting, superb subject-detection autofocus and excellent low-light performance, great for wildlife, sport and video. It is pricey, but a do-it-all performer.

Image: 9.2Autofocus: 9.4Video: 9.2Value: 8.6

Pros

Fast burst and autofocus
Great low light
Strong video

Cons

Expensive
24MP modest for big crops

Check price on Amazon≈ £2,500

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Best for video/hybrid

Nikon Z6 III

9.0A standout in the upper half.

Nikon's Z6 III is a powerful hybrid with a fast partially-stacked sensor, excellent autofocus and pro-level video features, with Nikon's lovely handling. It is an investment, but a superb all-rounder for stills and motion.

Image: 9.0Autofocus: 9.0Video: 9.2Value: 8.6

Pros

Great handling
Strong video features
Fast sensor

Cons

Expensive
Lens range smaller than Sony

Check price on Amazon≈ £2,500

Best APS-C all-rounder

Sony A6700

8.8A well-rounded mid-table pick.

Sony's A6700 packs flagship-level autofocus and strong 4K video into a compact APS-C body, a versatile choice for hybrid shooters on a smaller budget. It has a smaller viewfinder, but the performance per pound is excellent.

Image: 8.8Autofocus: 9.2Video: 9.0Value: 8.8

Pros

Flagship-grade autofocus
Strong 4K video
Compact

Cons

Small viewfinder
Single card slot

Check price on Amazon≈ £1,450

Best for content creators

Fujifilm X-S20

8.7Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Fujifilm X-S20 is a compact, vlog-friendly hybrid with great battery life, strong video and easy auto modes, ideal for content creators and beginners stepping up. It is plasticky next to the X-T5, but versatile and well-priced.

Image: 8.8Autofocus: 8.6Video: 9.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Vlog-friendly
Great battery life
Easy to use

Cons

Plasticky build
Single card slot

Check price on Amazon≈ £1,250

Best for beginners

Canon EOS R10

8.6A dependable pick if the price is right.

Canon's EOS R10 is a brilliant entry mirrorless with fast, reliable autofocus, good burst speeds and approachable handling, a superb step up from a phone. The lens range is still growing, but it is a great-value first camera.

Image: 8.6Autofocus: 9.0Video: 8.4Value: 9.2

Pros

Great autofocus for the price
Fast burst
Beginner-friendly

Cons

Limited RF-S lenses
No in-body stabilisation

Check price on Amazon≈ £900

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Best for vlogging

Sony ZV-E10 II

8.5Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Sony's ZV-E10 II is a vlogging-focused APS-C camera with a flip-out screen, strong autofocus and product-showcase features, ideal for creators. It lacks a viewfinder and IBIS, but for video-first use it is excellent value.

Image: 8.6Autofocus: 9.0Video: 9.0Value: 8.8

Pros

Great for vlogging
Strong autofocus
Flip screen

Cons

No viewfinder
No in-body stabilisation

Check price on Amazon≈ £1,000

Best retro style

Nikon Z fc

8.4A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The Nikon Z fc wraps capable APS-C performance in a gorgeous retro body with tactile dials, appealing to those who want style alongside substance. It is more about looks and stills than pro video, but a charming, capable camera.

Image: 8.6Autofocus: 8.2Video: 8.2Value: 8.6

Pros

Beautiful retro design
Tactile dials
Capable stills

Cons

Average video
Fewer DX lenses

Check price on Amazon≈ £900

Best for travel/outdoors

OM System OM-5

8.4Rounds out our top ten.

The OM System OM-5 is a compact, weather-sealed Micro Four Thirds camera with excellent stabilisation and clever computational modes, brilliant for travel, hiking and wildlife with small lenses. The smaller sensor trails in low light, but the portability and features are great.

Image: 8.4Autofocus: 8.2Video: 8.2Value: 8.6

Pros

Compact and weather-sealed
Excellent stabilisation
Small lenses

Cons

Smaller sensor
Older autofocus

Check price on Amazon≈ £1,000

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the mirrorless cameras in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Sony A7 IV, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Fujifilm X-T5 and Canon EOS R6 Mark II are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best mirrorless cameras without overthinking it, the Sony A7 IV is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £2,400

Our top picks at a glance

Sony A7 IV

Fujifilm X-T5

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

How we ranked these mirrorless cameras

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

Sony A7 IV

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Fujifilm X-T5

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II

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Nikon Z6 III

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Sony A6700

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Fujifilm X-S20

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Canon EOS R10

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Sony ZV-E10 II

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Nikon Z fc

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OM System OM-5

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Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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