In this buyer's guide for 2025 we pick the best Sony cameras for professionals, amateurs, landscape photographers and many more
Sony has had an interesting few years. In many ways, 2018 was a defining year for the brand with its launch of the Sony A7 III, which was lauded by pro, amateur, ardent DSLR user and brand devotees alike. In 2021, this camera was still the star of the show; that is, until Sony introduced us to the A7 IV. No doubt the resolution junkies and AF addicts out there will point to the A7R V, A9 II and Sony A1 and make a case as to why they are the best Sony cameras. And, of course, they will be right. Sony has introduced some amazing cameras with groundbreaking technology throughout its range.
In recent years we’ve been wowed by the long-awaited Sony A7S III, the entry-level A7 series camera, the Sony A7C and the popular vlogging camera, the Sony ZV-1. And in early 2021 Sony introduced one of the most exciting cameras in a long time, the Sony A1.
With the A7R V debuting in 2022, we now go into 2025 with a fully updated Alpha range. With this in mind, what are the best Sony cameras you can buy? Having used the full range, we’ve broken them down according to the best Sony cameras for different specific needs. But first, let answer some of the common questions people have about Sony’s camera range.
Which Sony cameras are full frame?
Sony’s full-frame cameras are a little more difficult to decipher than other manufacturers if you’re unfamiliar with the system. All of Sony’s A7 series cameras – the Sony A7 IV, A7C, A7 III, A7R IV, A7R V and A7S III – boast full-frame sensors. The Sony A1 and Sony A9 II have full-frame sensors as well, as does the new Sony FX3 cinema camera.
You can still buy previous models of the current A7 series cameras, and these are all full frame as well. The DSLR-styled A-mount Sony A99 II is also still available for purchase and boasts a 35mm full-frame sensor.
Which Sony cameras are weather sealed?
As you might expect, Sony’s professional and advanced enthusiast full-frame cameras are all weather sealed. These include the new flagship Sony A1 and the Sony A7 series cameras, which includes the Sony A7C, A7 III, A7R IV and A7S III, as well as the previous versions of these cameras. What’s more, the Sony A99 II also features environmental sealing.
The best Sony cameras you can buy today
So what are the best Sony cameras to buy? It depends, of course, on what you want to shoot. Below we’ve listed the best cameras for different genres and levels of ability based on our tests. For a deeper dive into the many different camera types and features available, check out our range of camera buying guides.
