ZDNET's key takeaways The Canon EOS R100 mirrorless camera is a great starter for aspiring photographers.
It features a 24-megapixel sensor for great image quality and color and can capture 4K (UHD) video at 24 frames per second.
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It's a great time to be a photographer these days, as it's easier than ever to access great cameras. Specifically, mirrorless cameras like Canon's EOS R100. Sure, our smartphones are capable of capturing pretty good photos, but if you're a true photographer at heart, you're eventually going to want more from your camera.
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You'll want more flexibility in post-processing and, quite frankly, better image quality. Luckily, Canon has several camera bodies in its mirrorless product line, including the R100: a compact mirrorless camera aimed at the beginner photographer who's fresh off their smartphone.
The Canon R100 is one of the lightest camera bodies on the market, but don't let its weight fool you into assuming it can't create quality images or video. It has an APS-C sensor that can capture 24 megapixels and 1080p video at 60 frames per second. It can also capture 4K (UHD) video at 24 frames per second.
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When you're just starting out in photography, the last thing you want to do is struggle with flipping through menus, buttons, and dials. You want to start shooting as soon as possible to get used to the feel of the camera and its capabilities. Canon's intuitive menu design, along with its dial-and-button layout, makes the R100 an easy sale for new photographers.
The Canon EOS R100 mirrorless camera is for beginner photographers and creators. Ant Pruitt/ZDNET
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