Looking for a budget-friendly mirrorless camera under $500. Any sales?

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Ive been shooting with a bulky DSLR for years but I am finally trying to downsize for my Japan trip next month. I cant believe how much prices have spiked lately, everything cheap is like 800 bucks now. Its so annoying.

under $500 with a kit lens

fast AF for street shots

compact body

Are there any hidden sales or older models I should look for?

Grahamgof · Accepted Answer

Coming back to this... honestly, under 500 is a tough bracket now. I've tried many setups over the years, and the Sony Alpha a6000 with 16-50mm Lens is still the king of budget street photography because of that fast phase-detect AF. Taking one to Kyoto years ago really proved its worth. Are you strictly looking for brand new gear, or is used gear okay? That opens up options like the Panasonic Lumix GX85 with 12-32mm Lens.

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Looking for a budget-friendly mirrorless camera under $500. Any sales?