And when it comes to family photos, which are so vital and sentimental, getting the best possible camera for your needs is something you want to get right.
To be honest, however, it’s quite hard to say which type of camera is better than the next one, since they all have their individual pros and cons.
So, to help you out, we’ve put together this quick round-up of some of the best cameras out there for family photography.
And without further ado, let’s get straight to it.
How To Choose A Camera For Family Photography
Here are some points to consider when choosing your camera.
Mirrorless Versus DSLR
While DSLR cameras tend to be more popular with professional photographers, thanks to features such as an optical viewfinder, interchangeable lenses, and more.
But they can be quite pricey.
Mirrorless cameras generally tend to be more affordable, and they have some features that a DSLR does not.
Such as being able to shoot more images at faster shutter speeds, which means you’re less likely to miss the perfect shot.
Autofocus And Eye Detection
Good family photos require an excellent shot of the face, and this is best achieved by a camera’s autofocus features, including eye detection.
And now for the cameras…
(The following cameras aren’t listed in any particular order.)
Let’s kick things off. This is a powerful 24.1 Megapixel camera that can capture high-resolution images and 4K videos, delivering detailed pictures even in low-light situations.
It’s a mirrorless camera, which means that it can shoot at higher frame rates, which is perfect for trying to capture moving family members, so you can hopefully get one with everyone looking at the camera and smiling.
There’s also a fast and accurate autofocus, and excellent eye detection.
It also delivers clear video through its HDMI output for use as a webcam, while also making it a great camera for live-streaming.
Here we have another high resolution mirrorless camera. It offers interchangeable lenses, including a 6 - 50 mm lens kit, a 16 - 50 mm kit and a 55 - 210 mm 2-lens kit.
It’s particularly good for family photography because it has continuous eye tracking when shooting portraits in motion.
It works even when the face is partially hidden or backlit. And it also provides excellent capture of the natural human skin tones.
It’s also great for low angle shooting, which is great for catching the faces of toddlers crawling on the floor.
And what’s also handy is how you can transfer digital photo files directly to your devices over Wi-Fi.
This is such a great camera. It comes from a great brand and is very affordable, especially if you manage to catch a deal.
It’s great for family photography because it has multiple shooting modes, including portrait mode, night portrait, close-up, and more.
The sensor is a powerful 24.1 Megapixels, and it has built-in Wi-Fi for use as a webcam, with Software that works on both Mac and Windows operating systems. And you can even operate the camera remotely using a compatible smart device.
If you love taking photos as much as we do, you may like the sound of the fact that this camera has dual memory card slots.
It also boasts an impressive 35.4 Megapixel camera, and high speed continuous shooting of up to 12 frames per second with the Mechanical Shutter and up to 20 frames per second with the silent electronic shutter.
It has both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technology. And it even has deep learning technology for subject tracking of people and animals.
It costs a pretty penny, however, so this one might be a wish-list only camera.
After more than 85 years in the business, Fujifilm remains a strong favorite brand when it comes to anything photography related.
This camera of theirs is a great all-round camera, and it’s especially well adapted to family photography, thanks to features such as perfect color, best in class autofocusing, an 8 frames per second mechanical shutter and a 20 frames per second electronic shutter.
This is a great camera for family photography because it has subject tracking for both people and animals, and has the ability to detect heads, faces, and eyes, to really get them in focus.
And it delivers rich and accurate color.
It has a 20.1 Megapixel sensor, and it can do continuous shooting of up to 12 frames per second with the mechanical shutter, and 20 frames per second with the silent electronic shutter.
Last, but certainly not least, we have another great camera from the top brand Cannon.
And this time it’s not a mirrorless one, but a DSLR, complete with an optical viewfinder, with its 18 Megapixel sensor and 3.0 multiplier, and interchangeable lenses.
You get detailed imagery whatever the light conditions, and excellent autofocus. It can record 1080 pixel Full HD video, and it has built-in Wi-Fi as well - you can even use it remotely with the help of your smartphone.
Wrap Up
We hope that this article has helped. But please bear in mind that cameras can vary quite considerably in price, so we recommend checking prices as you go, so you know what falls under your budget and what doesn’t.
Sure, go ahead and buy an expensive camera if you wish, but you can get excellent features even with the more affordable models.
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