Buying the best wedding camera isn’t going to be cheap; however, if you’re looking to invest in a serious hobby or begin a career being a wedding photographer and videographer, here we’ve compiled a list cameras that are great for wedding photograph in every venue possible.
The list comprises of both DSLRs and Mirrorless Camera that have proven worthy in the art of detailed wedding captures, whether outdoor or indoors, also factoring battery life and image resolution.
And now, the list;
Nikon D810
Simply put, the Nikon D810 is by far one of our favorite picks as the best camera for weddings. Equipped to deliver high-resolution as well as impeccable detail, this is a revolutionary camera that is perfect for capturing those important moments people don’t want to miss. This is a professional full-frame DSLR camera that comes with 36.3 million megapixels with no optical low-pass filter (typically included in some cameras to prevent aliasing; however, this results in softening and blurring images slightly, which ultimately sacrifices the detail).. Although this comes as a pricier camera, there’s zero sacrifice with this one if you wanted to grab a beast that will be suitable for every single wedding venue you’ll come across, not to mention act as an investment for years to come. You can also film in 1080p at 60fps (uncompressed to an external device or compressed to an SD card), attain high-quality audio control in the camera (we always recommend external mics, however weddings we don’t usually like audio and put music in post-production anyway). Lastly, their EXPEED 4 image processing adds on to that whopping sensor and MP to retain beautiful images (ISO is 64 to 12,800 for great light adaptability). The cameras 35.99 mm x 24 mm sensor size displays a noticeable difference when comparing your image to a lower quality DSLR or mirrorless camera. If your wedding date is in need of high quality photos and you have the cash (we recommend saving up for this if you don’t as of now — or keep reading, we have a few cheaper models), the Nikon D810 is a beautiful pick as the best camera for wedding photos and videos.
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Here we have Canons newly designed 22.3 megapixel full-frame camera that is offered with amazing image quality and high-resolution to capture all of those perfect moments in a ceremony. It’s equipped to take more photos per second than your average high-tech camera to provide a superior selection of images and shooting performance — you can never have too many, and if you do, you can always sift through them post-production. Advanced sharpness features as well as great technological advancements that include an intelligent Viewfinder, High Dynamic Range, and Multiple Exposure mode make this a perfect multimedia tool. There is no doubting that this is an exceptional camera selection, and one of the best cameras for wedding photos and videos (yes, 1080p\60 fps here as well). You also get 22.3 MP with a full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion with a great ISO range (100 to 25,600), and a beautiful DIGIC 5+ image processor for more than enough power in that photo and light conversion process. Not as many MP as the previous pick, but the internal build of this one sets it apart from many others — the Canon EOS 5D Mark III is truly first in its class when it comes to versatility. There’s a IV version out now, but it’s a lot more expensive.
Nikon D750
Here’s another high-quality Nikon camera for wedding photography, and this high-resolution camera has all that is required to deliver your images in ideal fashion. 24.3 megapixels as well as 6.5 FPS continuous shooting makes this camera as advanced as they come and will surely give you the freedom to capture your images regardless of the setting. Features inspired by the D45 and D810 enable the 750 to provide you with all the capabilities that just about every Nikon camera offers with a unique touch. Equipped with cinematic video capabilities as well as built-in Wi-Fi connectivity makes this a camera that is easily shareable with friends and family. It is an FX-Format camera which essentially describes their brand’s larger sensor size (36x24mm — our target as previously explained). It’s a littler cheaper than the previous picks and because of that comes with a few older internal engine parts, but still extremely powerful and suitable for any wedding you’ll be at — CMOS with EXPEED 4. If you are looking forward to photographing your moments with ease and clarity while saving a few more bucks as compared to our other picks, the Nikon D750 does just about everything to deliver an optimal result for those precious moments we all love.
Sony Alpha a7S II
Up next, we have a mirrorless camera that’s absolutely beautiful in design and quality. If your special event is seeking both unparalleled photography as well as high-quality videos, the Alpha a7S II is an advanced one and a definite pick as the best cameras for weddings, banquets, or any high-class event that you can think of. Equipped with a Full-Frame EXMOR Sensor and a Bionz X image processor in addition to a large individual pixel size, this is an ingenious camera that is optimal for low-light conditions. The BIONZ X image processor is really what makes this camera so great as you now have expanded sensitivity to ISO 409600 as well as continuous shooting to 5fps. This camera is offered with a brand new RGB color filter array in addition to a gapless on-chip lens design, enabling you to have an easy time capturing the perfect lighting. This is a high-performance camera that offers all of the benefits that a professional camera can come with. We love the Sony Alpha a7S II, especially if you were concerned with wedding ceremonies and receptions in lower-lit environments.
Nikon D5
Now here is a behemoth. If you’re going to high-end and expensive weddings and you want to make sure you’re up there with the best of the best (literally), the D5 is insane. Built to capture your perfect memory, this camera comes with high-tech advancements which makes it one of the best cameras for weddings or really, any type of event you may be at. Equipped with an upgraded AF system that contains 153 focus points as well as 99 cross-type sensors, this is made to make sure you don’t skip a beat and always have a superior result. On top of that, for videos you have 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) to enable further video recording options if you are looking to not only photograph your memories but record them as well. If you’re thinking about having professional quality wedding photos taken, the Nikon D5’s FX-format DSLR offers an innovative approach and a higher-level performance. There is a reason cameras like the D5 are on the more expensive side, and that reason is due to its ability to capture the details — the sum of its parts if you will. This is because it has it has the widest ISO range ever in a Nikon full-frame model (100 to 102, 400 and is expandable to Hi-5, ISO 3,280,000 – that’s right, those extra zeros aren’t a mistake). The AF and AE performance for continuous shooting and amazing AF system is just unbeatable — I mean, we hope so considered it’s almost 6 grand. Largely due to the cameras upgrades in its sensor design, autofocus, metering and image processing, the Nikon D5 is a beast, simply put.
Sony Alpha a7R II
Now another beast, and this one here has a faster and more intuitive processor. as this is a camera that is the world’s first back-illuminated 35 mm full-frame CMOS image sensor that comes with a huge 42.4 megapixels and shoots in 14-bit uncompressed RAW format. The full-frame mirrorless camera’s incredible image sensor is going to do more than just capture each and every detail that you expect in your photo. Combine this all with something called XGA OLED Tru-Finder (an extremely clear Viewfinder) as well as Sony’s 5-Axis SteadyShot (a specially designed internal component to help with camera shake and image stabilization) makes it unmatched to many if you can afford it. In addition and what most likely will set this apart from you is the cameras Fast Hybrid AF system that’s famous in mirrorless cameras — this one has 399 AF points to cover 45% of your total image area. The back-illuminated sensor also helps accelerate your data readout (all at 5fps). For those of you who know how important this is, a great autofocus feature is paramount to capturing your ideal image at weddings and the Sony Alpha a7R II provides even more than that at your fingertips. Did we mention it also films in 4K?
Nikon D500
Up next we’ll take a look at yet another one of the best cameras for weddings made by the famous Nikon. Designed for condensed power, this is a fully equipped camera that is designed with impeccable ruggedness and versatility. This is a durable camera that can withstand a lot of bumps and bruises, which makes it a perfect traveling companion. Let’s talk some specs: a 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS sensor, EXPEED 5 image processor, 3.2″ touchscreen LCD, and a whopping 4K video recording (only up to 30 fps). The specs continue to read solid with an ISO up to 51200 but it can also extend to 1640000 if needed. Even more impressive is the 153-Point AF system, and although isn’t as up-to-speed and advanced as our previous pick (it’s mirrorless, so what do you expect?), it’ll definitely get the job done. This camera here isn’t necessarily as “standout” as a few others we’ve listed previously, but it’s a solid pick if you wanted a nice balance of high quality, great features and affordability. Let the Nikon D500 bring your wedding all the advantages of professional photography while still allowing you to have the enjoyable, genuine experience that you are looking for.
Canon EOS 6D
Yet another Canon wedding camera here if you weren’t feeling the previous picks, and this one here is another one of our favorite “budget-friendly” pick if you weren’t interested in spending more than a grand or so (at least for the body) on yours. Equipped with all of the necessary features than enable crystal clear image quality, the EOS 6D is the ideal camera for photographers looking for a portable, versatile and capable camera. Like most professional cameras in here, the EOS 6D contain 20.2 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS sensor for some nice high-resolution image quality. The camera’s built-in Wi-Fi also enables the user to upload to social media on the go at the press of a button — and today in our day and age, your couple will most likely at least want a previous album later that night or the next day and this can help with that before you take them all into post-production. In addition, the Canon EOS 6D films some nice 1080p videos at 30 fps and you’ll attain 4.5 fps continuous shooting at full resolution. Yes there is a nice AF system in here although by no means like the others — an average 11-Point Center Cross-Type Point system.
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II
Last but not least, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II is another highly advanced camera for weddings with a system that consists of new and improved technology and features that enable the user to enjoy an incredible photographic result. Up to 18 frames per second of sequential shooting makes this camera perfect for multiple shots to fully capture your perfect moments and all of this comes with very high-resolution, especially in low light which is far superior to your standard DSLR cameras (those will work, too; however, if you’re concerned or foresee yourself in darker venues in the future, this will be better). This camera is known for its advanced silent shutter as to not take away from the ceremony, allowing it to capture 20MPP RAW image files at up to a whopping 60 fps in S-AF mode. If you’re starting out your wedding photography career or you and your loved ones are looking to take professional photographs that will detail every moment from your big day, look no further than right here because the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is a camera that will give you great results, especially at night.
Culled from WireRealm
