Best midrange hybrid
Sony A7 IV — great AF, color, and video tools; versatile lens ecosystem.
Top hybrid picks
Best compact hybrid
Fujifilm X-S20 — strong IBIS, vlog mode, great JPEGs; lighter carry.
Best value
Canon EOS R8 — excellent AF and image quality; be mindful of rolling shutter.
Hybrid checklist
10-bit video & log profiles
Needed for grading and matching footage; prefer models with usable 4K30/60.
Reliable autofocus
Face/eye AF and tracking are key for run-and-gun video and portraits.
Thermals & stabilization
Check overheating limits and IBIS/OIS performance for handheld shooting.
Lens kits we recommend
All-rounder
24-70mm f/2.8 (or 18-55mm f/2.8 on APS-C) covers events, portraits, travel.
Creator two-lens kit
Wide (16-35mm or 10-20mm) for video + fast prime (35mm/50mm) for A-roll and photos.
Lightweight hybrid
24-105mm f/4 plus a 35mm f/1.8 — flexible, stabilized, and travel-friendly.
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