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Camera Comparison The Ultimate Pre-Capture Mirrorless Camera Showdown (2025 Edition) Whether you're photographing birds in flight, high-speed motorsports, or elusive wildlife, pre-capture performance can mean the difference between a keeper and a missed moment. This guide compares the top mirrorless bodies from Sony, Nikon, Canon, and OM System — with a focus on speed, autofocus, and pre-buffer capabilities.
The Ultimate Pre-Capture Mirrorless Camera Showdown (2025 Edition)
🌍 Brands Compared
SONY,
NIKON,
CANON, &
OM System
🔍 Key Pre-Capture Comparison Table
🔍 Key Pre-Capture Comparison Table
| Feature | Sony α1 II | Sony α1 | Nikon Z9 | Canon R1 | Canon R3 | OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount / Sensor | E / 50.1MP FF BSI | E / 50.1MP FF BSI | Z / 45.7MP FF | RF / 24.2MP FF BSI | RF / 24MP FF BSI | MFT / 20.4MP BSI |
| Max FPS (RAW/JPEG) | 30 fps RAW (pre-cap 0.03–1s) | 30 fps RAW | 20 fps RAW, 120 fps JPEG | 40 fps RAW (pre-cap ~0.5s) | 30 fps RAW (pre-cap ~0.5s) | 50 fps RAW, 120 fps JPEG (pre-cap ~0.5s) |
| Pre-Capture Support | ✔ RAW + JPEG (1s) | ✘ None | ✔ JPEG only (1s) | ✔ RAW + JPEG (~0.5s) | ✔ RAW + JPEG (~0.5s) | ✔ RAW + JPEG (~0.5s) |