As a wedding photographer, choosing the right camera is crucial to capturing the perfect moments of a couple's special day. The best cameras for wedding photography need to have fast autofocus, excellent low-light performance, and ideally, a silent shooting mode. While most wedding photographers will choose to shoot full-frame, if you're just starting out, it might not be financially viable, so some excellent crop sensor cameras are also available. In this blog post, we will discuss the best new cameras for wedding photography in 2023.
My top pick for an all-round camera is the Canon EOS R5. This camera has quickly become my favorite camera of all time. It has everything you could ask for in a wedding camera, including fast autofocus, excellent low-light performance, and a silent shooting mode. The Nikon Z6 II and Sony A7IV are also great options for full-frame mirrorless cameras. I don’t own those cameras, but I was able to rent them from my local Las Vegas camera house.
My next favorite brand that has really stepped it up in the last couple years is Fujifilm. If you're looking for an affordable camera, try a crop sensor camera, the Fujifilm X-S10 is an excellent choice for those just starting out in wedding photography. For mid-range options, the Canon EOS R6 and Nikon D850 are both professional-grade cameras that can handle anything a wedding day can throw at them.
Ultimately, the best camera for wedding photography will depend on your personal preferences and budget. However, it's important to keep in mind that entry-level cameras aren't really suitable for shooting weddings as they often lack the resolution, fast burst modes, or handy features like eye and face AF needed to capture someone's special day. If you are going to do wedding photography, do it right. Unfortunately it costs thousands and thousands of dollars. If you decide to get a good camera, you also need to think about good glass as well, which also costs thousands of dollars. A good top level camera with cheap lenses defeats the purpose.
In conclusion, whether you're just starting out in wedding photography or looking to upgrade your current setup, our list of the best cameras for wedding photography includes both APS-C and full-frame cameras that we believe are perfect for the job. Remember to consider the camera type, sensor type and size, low-light capabilities, and burst mode feature when choosing your camera. With the right camera in hand, you'll be able to capture the perfect moments of a couple's special day.