While that's still true (for now), there are compelling choices for those not enamored with the size of a DSLR. Mirrorless cameras ... offering lighter and more compact bodies.

If the DSLR is the older, larger uncle to the mirrorless camera, the compact camera is the diminuitive cousin: these cameras are typically much smaller than the DSLR and mirrorless camera.

We’ve tested a lot of DSLR cameras and the best of them still have a lot to offer for photographers in 2024. If you’re on the fence about the format, check out our comparison of mirrorless vs ...