WHY SHOOT WITH A CSC?
Photography week|November 26, 2020
We break down exactly what makes a CSC different to a DSLR camera, and outline the compelling reasons to switch
WHY SHOOT WITH A CSC?

They go by a number of different names – mirrorless, hybrid, MILC (mirrorless interchangeable lens camera), even EVIL (electronic viewfinder interchangeable-lens) – but however you refer to them, CSCs (compact system cameras) all do the same thing: they offer the advantages of a digital SLR in a smaller, lighter format.

Those advantages include larger sensors than compacts (for the most part – see the next page), interchangeable lenses, the ability to use hotshoe flashguns and other accessories, and advanced controls. It’s the latter that helps to differentiate a CSC from a small SLR. Many camera manufacturers have compact DSLRs in their range, but these are invariably targeted at beginners. Pro compact system cameras, on the other hand, tend to offer more manual control over camera settings, as well as high-end features, such as faster continuous shooting, 4K video recording and weather-sealed bodies.

There’s a lot to be said for shaving weight from a camera kit. You’re more likely to take it with you for a start, meaning that you’ll be able to make the most of potential photo opportunities. As they’re more unobtrusive than a full-size DSLR – when they’re twinned with a suitable lens, at least – CSCs make excellent cameras for street photography, reportage and documentary work.

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