Introducing Mirrorless Cameras
Mirrorless cameras and DSLRs have a crucial difference in their process: while mirrorless cameras capture images without the use of a mirror in the camera body, DSLRs use mirrors to reflect images into viewfinders. In place of this mirror, mirrorless cameras often utilize electronic viewfinders (EVF) to display images digitally.
Some may find the term "mirrorless" misleading, as several digital camera varieties already operate without mirrors. This includes digital point-and-shoot cameras, rangefinders like the renowned Leica, and even smartphone cameras. However, in current usage, the term "mirrorless" typically denotes cameras that utilize interchangeable lens systems.
Due to the lack of a bulky mirror box in the body, mirrorless cameras are typically more compact than DSLR models. Additionally, since the lens is closer to the sensor without a mirror in between, potential image quality is higher. These factors, among others, make mirrorless technology the clear successor to DSLR cameras in the world of digital photography.