Outdoor Photographer - USA (2019-12)

BEST NEW APS-C SENSOR MIRRORLESS
CAMERA: SONY A

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to 30 fps ($899), was our very close runner-up, but we had to
give the nod to the Sony a6600 due in large part to the range
of Sony E-mount lenses available for it. The primary advantage
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OSS introduced this year, you’re looking at an equivalent range
of approximately 300-900mm, an awesome combo for wildlife
and sports photography. Also great for fast-moving subjects:
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BEST NEW MICRO FOUR THIRDS

MIRRORLESS CAMERA: OLYMPUS

OM-D E-M1X

While we like the OM-D E-M5 Mark III (also

introduced this year) quite a bit, the

Óä°{‡“i}>«ˆÝiOlympus OM-D E-M1X takes

our top spot in the category for its emphasis on

speed and pro-grade construction. It can shoot

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tracking or up to 60 fps with focus and exposure

locked. The camera also provides an incredible

7 stops of in-body image stabilization.

Designed to meet the needs of pro photog-

raphers, the magnesium alloy body incorporates

extensive weather sealing, and for those who

consider shutter actuation lifespans, the OM-D



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integrated vertical grip that not only makes it

easier to shoot in vertical orientation but also

offers dual-battery capacity for up to approxi-

mately 870 shots.

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Shot Mode allows the camera to create

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without needing to use a tripod. Wildlife and

action photographers will appreciate Olympus

Pro Capture Mode, which buffers up to 35

frames continuously and, when the shutter is

fully depressed, records the preceding 35

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shutter actuation. List price: $2,999. Contact:

Olympus, getolympus.com.

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