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10 cameras under $1,000 from Nikon, Sony, Canon and more. Most cost $930 to $999, and half cost less than $956.

Top brands: Sony (4)

PanasonicSpec score 8.1

Mirrorless, Micro Four Thirds, 20 to 29 MP, 4K

+Records 4K 4:2:2 10-bit video
+20.3MP sensor for detailed still photos
+Micro Four Thirds sensor works with a wide lens range
$997.99-33%List: $1,499.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
CanonSpec score 8.1

Mirrorless, 20 to 29 MP, 4K, Body only

+Records 4K video
+Offers 20 to 29 megapixel stills
+Body only lets you choose your own lenses
−No lens included, so an extra lens purchase is needed
$999.00-9%List: $1,098.01
as of 11/04/2026 14:40 PST - Details
SonySpec score 8.1

Mirrorless, APS-C, 20 to 29 MP, 4K

+24.2MP APS-C sensor for detailed stills
+4K video recording capability
+Includes a 16-50mm lens in the kit
$929.95
as of 11/04/2026 04:38 PST - Details
SonySpec score 8.1

Mirrorless, APS-C, 20 to 29 MP, 4K

+24.2MP APS-C sensor for detailed photos
+4K video recording
+Sony E mount accepts a wide range of lenses
$948.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details
SonySpec score 8.1

Compact, 1-inch, 20 to 29 MP, 4K

+1-inch sensor with 20.1MP resolution
+4K video recording
+18-50mm lens for wide to short telephoto framing
−Zoom range is limited to 18-50mm
$998.00-5%List: $1,049.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:38 PST - Details
NikonSpec score 8.1

Bridge, Under 20 MP, 4K

+83x zoom suited to wildlife and moon photography
+4K UHD 2160p video recording
+Raw capture for editing flexibility
−Bridge camera type rather than an interchangeable-lens body
$914.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec score 8.1

Mirrorless, Under 20 MP, 4K, Body only

+Records 4K video for cinematic footage
+Mirrorless design for a compact interchangeable-lens body
+Sold without a lens for lens choice
−Body only, so a lens must be bought separately
$999.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.9

Video, 50 MP or more, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage
+Rotatable 3-inch screen for flexible framing
+Handles photo and video recording in one device
−Specifications list 50 MP or more, not an exact sensor size
$953.62
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
vbhkCGJtuSpec score 8.4

Video, 30 to 49 MP, 4K

+Records 4K video for sharp footage
+WiFi connectivity for wireless transfer
+Live streaming capability for online broadcasts
−Auto recording mode limits manual control over settings
$957.57
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
SonySpec score 8.1

Mirrorless, APS-C, 20 to 29 MP, 4K

+24.2MP APS-C sensor for detailed photos
+4K video recording
+Sony E mount accepts a wide range of lenses
$948.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details

Compare specs

cameraCamera typeLensLens mountSpec scorePrice
Mirrorless8.1$997.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
MirrorlessBody onlyCanon RF8.1$999.00
as of 11/04/2026 14:40 PST - Details
MirrorlessWith lensSony E8.1$929.95
as of 11/04/2026 04:38 PST - Details
MirrorlessWith lensSony E8.1$948.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details
Compact8.1$998.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:38 PST - Details
Bridge8.1$914.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
MirrorlessBody only8.1$999.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Video8.9$953.62
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
Video8.4$957.57
as of 11/04/2026 07:35 PST - Details
MirrorlessWith lensSony E8.1$948.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details

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