DSLR vs Mirrorless: Which Is BETTER? | Should You Buy a DSLR Or a Mirrorless Camera?

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Today we attempt to settle the question our community has been asking for the last few years: DSLR vs Mirrorless: which is better?
In this video, Deon breaks down everything you need to know about DSLR and Mirrorless cameras. How do DSLR cameras work? How do Mirrorless cameras work? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both systems? Which has better autofocus? Which is the right choice for video? Get the answers to all these questions and more by watching the full video.
Table of Contents:
00:00 Intro
00:55 How DSLRs Work
02:35 DSLR Advantages & Disadvantages
04:59 DSLR Size vs Mirrorless Size
06:42 DSLR Lenses vs Mirrorless Lenses
08:02 The Increase In Availability of Mirrorless Lenses
09:17 Battery Life: DSLRs vs Mirrorless
10:42 DSLR Autofocus vs Mirrorless Autofocus
13:05 The Future of Autofocus
14:48 Shooting Video & Mirrorless Autofocus
16:06 Are DSLRs Dead?
17:28 Which Should I Buy: DSLR or Mirrorless?
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@OrmsTV 4 года назад

Are you Team DSLR or Team Mirrorless? Let us know which and why in the comments!

@Karthik-The-Photographer 4 года назад

I'm team DSLR 'cuz Mirroeless systems are not that better than DSLR's... DSLR's can be bought I guess for 2 more years, by then the Mirroeless systems' technology would've evoluted.

@Ella-gh6kc 4 года назад

Team DSLR, because of the advantage you have with lens selection and an optical viewfinder, makes it great to take pictures, it is heavier but I prefer the weight.

@mpilojobe18 4 года назад

Mirrorless is better. Mirrorless give the full frame unlike DSLR. DSLR they call it cropped frame which forces you to go far if you are using lense like 50mm.

@khadijafakir3472 4 года назад

Team mirrorless

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

The extra weight of a DSLR can certainly be an advantage in certain shooting situations.

@macartinha 3 года назад

You explain so well that anobody that is a beginner photographer as me can understand. thanks.

@Vladyyy 3 года назад

factsss

@soumyaann7326 2 года назад

True

@miamanus1994 4 года назад

Mirrorless actually sounds good if you someone who would be making video but I wouldn’t actually mind having anyone , they capture things differently and that’s awesome , very informative vid

@TechAbetSolutions 4 года назад

One of the best informative video about this topic that I have ever met (I watched a lot). I also highly appreciated that you cited all the references of your sources and paid tribute to the creators. I am still for DSLR since I am buying the current technology. But I guess, in the near future I will be going for mirrorless cameras...

@joaogilberto3710 4 года назад

Firstly Thanks for a superbly informative video. I have progressed through 3 generations of photography, from shooting and developing film (as an airforce photographer), to my digital DSLR shooting fashion...having all that gear stolen, and so having to get all new gear, I chose to go mirrorless, and do not regret it at all. These cameras and lenses are smaller and lighter, and as I shoot mainly landscapes now, as a more mature guy, I'm grateful to hike with less weight, but still come home with epic shots to edit. DSLR is not dead (yet), but it is on life support at the moment. For me mirrorless is the future and I look forward to the next generation.

@SUAVEcritic 3 года назад

Very well edited and good looking as a video, besides it being super helpful!

@idealpersonal1231 2 года назад

Very well explained .... love it.

@thelonewarrior2413 3 года назад

This sets the standard for quality of content and depth of technical details needed in an explanation ! Very impressive !! Thanks a lot for the efforts !!

@_shivaji 3 года назад

Very nicely explained. Loved the video

@chloebarth2534 3 года назад

Extremely thorough and helpful video!

@coreycarter9752 2 года назад

Outstanding video! Thank you and please them coming.

@thomasdestry5188 3 года назад

Wow, thank you for that impactful explanations between the differences between DSLR & mirrorless cameras 📸

@artiecisneros4691 Год назад

You answered all the questions I had and educated me at the same time. Thank you so much. 😎

@BenCapers 3 года назад

Great video. Very informative and easy to follow. About to buy my first mirrorless camera and this video made me feel a lot better about the purchase.

@no2475 3 года назад

Bro thank you for this video, it's exactly what I was looking for. You explained everything very clearly. Thumbs up.

@RogerClubv 3 года назад

Excellent info. Thanks

@MudMaxMetalDetecting Год назад

Very helpful thank you.

@ubaidullahibashir2692 3 года назад

Most eloquent instructor I ever met.... Tnx for this wonderful explanation

@hailiekennedy01 2 года назад

This was amazing. Thank you so much!

@pmbrsilva Год назад

Very good explanation @OrmsTV !! Thank you

@NikhilGupta-sl4di 2 года назад

This is the first video I watched from you, and it was so good I subscribed right away.

@pianoman6639 2 года назад

Thank you for such an extensive and impartial review and brilliant video .I will settle for one of each I think .. So well presented thanks again

@runstant1 2 года назад

SUPERB INFORMATIVE VIDEO.

@havhavproductions8725 3 года назад

Brilliant video thank you!

@tonybarnes9208 3 года назад

Thankyou! At last a video that clearly explains the difference.

@HisOnlySonTV 2 года назад

Thank you for this video.. well appreciated...

@Reginald050877 Год назад

Absolutely outstanding. You taught me so much... and how both types of cameras may be good to owen.

@christianstaines00 4 года назад

DSLR is the one for me, better for low-light shooting and surf photography!

@longwalkoffshortpeer 4 года назад

Same, putting that screen in my eye drives me nuts for these situations. Had a few diffrent mirrorless cameras/brands went back to dslr

@joe28374 3 года назад

Shouldn't mirrorless be better for low light ?

@mdhasiburrahman8806 Год назад

This video is so informative

@anthonyharris955 4 года назад

I personally like DLSR because the battery lasts for days, and photos seem to be instantaneous, what with the system not solely relying on software. I also like the idea that my sensor is hidden away most of the time.

@cswann8 Год назад

That's a great point. A DSLR body with the vertical grip that adds a second battery means you'll more likely run out of memory card space before you drain your batteries.

@antoine4172 3 года назад

Very clear comparison & analysis

@desparado05 2 года назад

Brilliant video.. thank you

@DuvanvanBreda 4 года назад

Thanks for the feedback. Helped alot. Been eyeing one for long. Waiting for lockdown to finsih

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

You are very welcome. Stay safe during lockdown and good luck with acquiring your new camera when it's lifted!

@petrknee 2 года назад

Thank you for this awesome video! It is exactly what I was looking for.

@petrknee 2 года назад

Although I don't like the fact, that you have used images or footage of somebody else in your video, that's just lame.

@AshokKumar-df3qt 2 года назад

great explanation - thank you

@skyc1287 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. Great information and helpful in making my decision between a new dslr or trying a mirrorless.

@squawk7984 4 года назад

Very informative! Thank you for this great video. Cheers. Jon Los Angeles

@MsHohoyo 4 года назад

Thank you very informative!

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

You are very welcome!

@wildflower1542 Год назад

Very well said & done what an impressive explanation : Bravo 👏

@wingwing2683 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@savronmarite6929 Год назад

Well explained

@hitmanmedia7285 4 года назад

Thank you for another great video and for sharing your knowledge with us always very helpful I currently use a entry level dslr and hope in the future I can get myself a mirrorless camera

@keithleong3998 3 года назад

Good sharing and make me more understand about Mirorrless camera.

@SHOWTEK.. 2 года назад

what a humble Big show, he left the fights to become a content creator

@sherazmalik2179 3 года назад

Superb explanation.

@MuhammedKLM 4 года назад

Great review and comparison

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

Why, thank you very much!

@axlyro7401 4 года назад

Good to know!

@5ivestring 4 года назад

Your video on this subject is the best one I have seen. I am buying a second camera. My first is a Fujifilm 100? mirrorless street camera. I wanted to get one with additional lenses and almost went with the Canon 90D, but after watching this video, I think I will stay with a new mirrorless with interchangeable lenses.

@yrbalu 2 года назад

Thanks for great content helping everyone to choose right model based on the information provided! BTW i have basic question any latest dslr camera has live view on lcd/led screen which is more equivalent to the mirrorless camera live view on screen then what will be difference if we keep view finder (optical/electronic) aside.

@EmilyTaylorKaufman 3 года назад

Tried to get through this with full attention but the music is too loud and totally annoying...

@ALJASARTV 3 года назад

Wow thank you for tips

@marcodenekamp 4 года назад

Thnx for the tip

@albertoreyes5273 4 года назад

Hello OrmsTV, I have been a Nikon DSLR guy for years. Lately, I have been very interested in acquiring a mirrorless camera and I am clearly including for a Sony (never had a Sony Camera before). Do you know if there is any adapter available in the market to use NIKON DSLR lenses in a Sony mirrorless camera? Thanks for your video! It was really clear and helpful!

@davidmillner1130 4 года назад

Thanks for this excellent overview. I still stick with my "hybrid" Nikon D780: the best of both worlds so to say. I like the 2000+ shots on a single battery charge and with a DSLR it is easier to focus in poor light. And yes, psychologically, I like to directly see what I am about to photograph. But my next camera (in 5 years?) will probably be mirrorless I suppose.

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing your insights! Happy snapping!

@hankypanky9380 3 года назад

the best informative video

@rodriguezrunnerAZ 2 года назад

You helped me make my choice. hahaha thanks partner! Great vid and explanation!

@jdhab19 3 года назад

Currently just purchased the Nikon z6ii going from a D3s flagship dslr and As much as it’s an amazing camera, light weight, the focus is great, I am struggling with the learning curve. The EVF is not my thing, the delay seems like a lot, I feel like I’m playing with too many buttons a lot. And the battery life is terrible. I’m not used to charging daily. I’m leaning towards a return and upgrading to a D5

@aishwaryfilmmaker 2 года назад

Awesome!!

@brianwright2297 3 года назад

Really good comprehensive analysis thankyou. I'm using DSLR but thinking that to have both will satisfy the need to be creative in different ways by using both mirrorless and DSLR. Why not have both at your disposal to further challenge ones-self? I'm off to the bank for a loan.......

@tomsaycheez 4 года назад

Although I don't own one, but I am Team mirrorless, definitely. It's lightweight, perfect for travel and I'm really into vlogging so it takes the win for me. Thanks for the in depth info OrmsTv♥️

@ariescayetano6107 3 года назад

Thank you for the knowledge. I might get a mirrorless camera. 👍

@matthewlane6958 2 года назад

great communication!

@soaale4841 2 года назад

well said....

@ssjgara 2 года назад

You‘re super sympathetic. 🙏🏼

@steylc 2 года назад

Thank you for this. You've convinced me to buy a mirrorless.

@TheJorietha 4 года назад

Thank you for the great video! I shoot with DSLR but I have been considering switching to mirrorless for a while now.

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

Thank you for your great comment! We hope that our video helps you to make up your mind about switching to mirrorless or not.

@MaxwellsUnearthly 4 года назад

You should try the D780, it has the mirrorless tech but lets you use the F-mounts of DSLR, it sounds like a match made in heaven for DSLR F mount lens users!!

@DrAndreaFurlan 3 года назад

I am currently shooting my youtube videos on my iPhone 7. I'm thinking of buying a camera, and your video has helped me to make a decision. I'll get a Canon mirrorless. I think I will get a M50. I need something basic and easy to use. I would make just a suggestion to your video, to remove the background music in the middle, maybe just leave at the beginning and the end. Just a suggestion. I really like your style of teaching. Thank you.

@djmartinez5054 3 года назад

That sounds like the right choice for video. The advantages of DSLR cameras wouldn't really apply in your situation. One uses the optical finder on a DSLR only for still photography. And the longer battery life of DSLRs applies during still photography work, as well. However, when one is shooting video, either platform would be draining a lot of battery energy. I'm still using a Canon Rebel T7i dslr for video. It's great, but I may need to jump over to mirrorless mainly because of the lenses Canon is making for that platform. A huge issue with many Canon lenses for DSLR is how noisy they are, which makes them almost useless for video work --- unless you're recording audio on a separate system.

@DrAndreaFurlan 3 года назад

@@djmartinez5054 Many thanks for your feedback. I didn't know about the noise in DSLR cameras

@namesbinge3073 3 года назад

Well, I'm still using my point and shoot contax tvs3 my mom gave me. I think I gonna try DSLR. I've tried my grandpa's SLR and I love it.

@emonlovesevrythin7338 4 года назад

sir i have a d5600 plan on switchingto a6400..im a newbie what advice can you give..should i stick to dslr to study or should i go with mirrorless..thanks!!

@mulangajuniper9087 4 года назад

Appreciate the video🔥🔥🔥🙌🏾

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

You are very welcome! Thank you!

@mulangajuniper9087 4 года назад

@@OrmsTV 🙏🏾🙏🏾

@billlynchfilms1858 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing a carefully crafted and instructive video. Good coverage of the topic.

@michaelmoore1926 4 года назад

Definitely sticking with DSLR. But I did enjoy the video!

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

We endorse this decision! Stick with what works for you. Ultimately, it's all a matter of personal preference.

@mulangajuniper9087 4 года назад

A canon adapter or speed booster and a Sigma lens would be epic on a Mirrorless, especially the sigma 16mm on a Canon M50

@pawanbali9707 3 года назад

Many thanks for this video.. Need one suggestion!!! I have been using Nikon D5600 over last couple of years and was thinking to upgrade to Nikon D850. My most of photography is related wildlife captures. With this video, I feel my doubts about performance of mirrorless cameras are answered. Considering my requirement... Do you think I should go ahead with Nikon D850 or should buy any other mirrorless camera?? Which one do you recommend?? Thanks

@LariissaAlves 2 года назад

It was a very enlightening video! Thanks for that. I'm dentist and I already have a nikon 3500 with my studio and macro lens 100mm to make procedures photos. But now I wanna make also videos. Can you indicate a good and not too expensive one to buy?

@rogergaess5102 3 года назад

Great video --- but is there any way you can delete or lower the volumn of the highly distracting music background???

@DejvidVangjelofski 3 года назад

The background music is very cool, what song is it?

@gbobagba2958 3 года назад

Hi, out of mirrorless and dslr, which one of these gives the better sharp pictures?

@JaudianGeminiReview 2 года назад

Am into video recording my lectures which is more reliable or what is your recommendation? Mirrorless canon ? O sony

@sherwinpather8727 4 года назад

I recently made the switch between Canon DSLR and Fujifilm Mirrorless. Best decision I ever msde. Size, weight a huge difference. The EVF is out of this world. The electronic Shutter is crazy fast and quite, pretty awesome for panning. Focus peaking is life changing. The only downside to mirrorless is battery life. So for me Mirrorless is the best. As great as the DSLR systems were they are now a thing of the past, mirrorless is the future.

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

We're so happy that you've found a system that works for you. Enjoy creating with your Fujifilm mirrorless camera!

@truetothegame2928 2 года назад

rubbish ! opinion yes, fact no !

@nicodewit2875 4 года назад

Is it still worth investing in Canon EF lenses and will my current EF lenses perform the same or better on mirrorless. What is a good sport mirrorless camera at the moment of you want to upgrade from your 7d2 , now that there won’t be a 7d3

@vicsdelugaphoenix 2 года назад

Thanks so much please, am a beginner

@veronicapollan5706 3 года назад

Which mirrorless entry to mid-level cameras do you suggest? I've had a DSLR for years but ready to make the switch!

@mulangajuniper9087 4 года назад

Convinced me to go into mirrorless cameras, I'm thinking of getting one myself and maybe try out the Canon M50 but funds are tough

@kasabov5747 4 года назад

May I offer my review, I bought M50 a little more than month ago. The camera is really good, it is my first camera different than smartphone, so I can't really compare it. However you quickly realise it's shortcomings, for me the downsides are the 4K is nearly unusable with its crop and the terrible autofocus, and the 120fps is only available in 720p, which isn't completely unusable, but if you love slow mo you deffinitely wanna go 1080p 120fps (the m6 mkii has). 󠀀 As you can probably guess, I'm a lot more into videography than photography. I'm doing some photos here and there, but nothing serious. I would've easily went for the m6 mkii instead, IF it had flip-out screen and built in viewfinder. That being said, there's been rumors that later this year, Canon will release new M bodies, the guesses are that there might be new version of the M50 (suggesting it will be named M60) with 4K uncropped with DPAF (one of the best AF), 1080p120fps, IBIS and hopefully they'll keep the nice body the M50 has (I wouldn't mind some more added physical dials and buttons). 󠀀 As far as photography goes, I did notice some shortcomings aswell, my biggest complains being the dynamic range (maybe user error here, but it's really hard not to overexpose or underexpose especially if you have complicated frame with lots of things). Many times I find myself having to choose what I wanna over/underexpose rather than keep the whole scene properly exposed. Another thing, the ISO is sort of meh, if you're into low-light situations, you deffinitely wanna pick up a fast lens (f1.4 or f1.8 should do), the kit lens is pretty bad at low-light. 󠀀 All that being said, I'm happy with my purchase I think what I got deffinitely is worth the money, and I'll be eagerly awaiting Canon to release upgraded version of the camera, hopefully addressing the shortcomings!

@pbanthonyv 4 года назад

@@kasabov5747 I have an M50 as well. I found it for a great deal and upgraded from an M100 to get around the shortcomings of the M100. The M50 is better in a lot of ways but I completely agree with every word you said. The M6Mkii is an extra couple hundred for the EVF and it's base price is a little higher as well, then you need to need to buy more stuff to move things around so the screen is more usable and you can't use a Mic and the EVF at the same time I think. None of these things are deal breakers but I agree that waiting for the M60 might be the best move IF video is very important to you. Also the M50 dynamic range is not great but I don't think it's much behind other cameras. Coming form a smart phone it seems like the dynamic range is really bad but smart phones actually have pretty bad dynamic range. It's just that they work some black magic with all of the processing power that they have, you can do the same by shooting raw and post processing or using HDR modes.

@inuscoetzee2050 4 года назад

I'm in the market for a mirrorless camera, but want to do astrophotography basics as well as video. What would you recommend between Canon M6 II, Sony a6400 and Nikon Z50 and why?

@samofme9008 2 года назад

Sony a6400.... super fast autofocus. No mirrorless can beat it. But not that good in photography. Now im switchin to nikon dslr for photography.

@doggcript3949 Год назад

Hi, I thank you for your informational video posts. which mirrorless budget camera do you recommend to buy for both photo shot and social media videos? Regards,

@muzlee7479 Год назад

Define budget

@moreofji8436 4 года назад

Thank you for informative video! I never owned any of the two but I would go for the DSLR cameras!

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

You are welcome! We're glad you found the video helpful.

@allinoneislamic3095 4 года назад

Why?

@mohammedthahseen5123 Год назад

I'm looking into photography not videography/vlogging, currently using Eos3000d and planning to upgrade eos90d, is it good or should I go for mirror less

@davegordon9814 2 года назад

If I use a high end mirrorless body with my existing Canon (1Dx) EF lenses with an adapter would I loose image quality or usability e.g., fast auto focus, Vs mirrorless body with R mount lenses (of equivalent high end lenses)?

@Kelebogiile_ 4 года назад

I’m a youtuber and content creator Personally in this case , I would go with a MIRRORLESS. Firstly , cause of its wide range of lenses, the face detect and autofocus ‘s accuracy , speed & focus is impeccable👏🏼👏🏼.Which is big thumbs up for showcasing the products I use on my RU-vid channel .Let’s not also forget the quality of the mirror less when coming to filming videos. So I’d most definitely go for a MIRRORLESS. 👏🏼

@luisparga7001 2 года назад

dslrs have a wider range mirrorless have only a few.....

@claireletoret6315 4 года назад

Team Mirrorless - incredibly happy with my Sony Alpha 7 II

@eaglegundam1873 2 года назад

really goes into do you want to injoy the process of making that perfect picture or do you want a glorifide point and shoot camera?

@robraker9901 2 года назад

EXCELLENT presentation! I have no (zero) interest in video photography. My photo interests are traditional "capture the moment - in one frame". It does not go unnoticed that there are often references to video being a distinctive advantage with the mirrorless format. Your presentation helps a lot, particularly pursuing what's worth the investment.

@rawancheaito2920 4 месяца назад

Hello guys, I need to start with photography journey shooting people sessions, what is your advice mirrorless or dslr?l cameras? Thank you

@ThePregoBarbie 3 года назад

This didn’t help me AT ALL! I’m even more torn! You explained everything, so well! I have a DSLR and I’m trying to upgrade. I thought my mind was made up but nope! 😂😂 Great video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

@CuriousGeorgePhotos 3 года назад

Get a mirrorless. Have both! I just got a mirrorless cannon m50 and it’s awesome. I still show my DSLR love with shooting with both.

@42643324 4 года назад

I only used DSLR camera's, but the mirrorless camera's does sound great. I most definitely want to play around with 1. Useful video.

@OrmsTV 4 года назад

We definitely recommend playing around with a mirrorless system if you're only used to shooting on DSLR's. You will probably enjoy it very much!

@Satpuraadevntureclub 3 года назад

Hey I want to buy a camera and was confused which one to buy this might be tha best video available on yr for this topic..and a want a advice what mirrorless camera should I buy for photography?? Please try to give brief description..I mean there are lots of camera but which one should I buy (under 500 dollars) ?? Name atleast 3 Ps: thank you

@jackthompson8377 2 года назад

Very good info. Stop waving your hands.

@thomastg3238 3 года назад

hello i have simple question as you see in my comment. im bigginer of photography i just want ask what i can buy if i want very good photos of sea,sunset,sunrise. i living in small island there is just sea around and very nice place & lof of waves also very quick change weather around 6 times each day lot of wind rain etc also fog and biggest raibows what i ever seen. i want capture it and make some good photos. thanks lot for reply. TG

@pawelmacpoof5687 11 месяцев назад

Whats the difference between mirrorless and like the small digital camera people had before phones, i had like faux dslr camera with a fixed lens but the viewfinder was just the digital display from 2008. ( i cant use this camera any more because the battery holder is broken so the batteries wont stay in the camera unless i was holding it tight all day.)