Mirrorless Sports Camera Shootout: Nikon Z9 vs Canon R3 vs Sony A1

Full-frame mirrorless bodies seem to be the hottest topic in the pro photography world right now. By this point, everyone’s favorite brand seems to have at least one stellar mirrorless model on the market, and these monsters have no problem performing up to speed.

Enter the Canon R3, the Nikon Z9, and the Sony A1– three absolute powerhouses when it comes to imaging. With high-resolution sensors, powerful video capabilities and blistering 30fps capture speed, they were clearly built for almost any professional application.

High-speed sports, for example.

Our friends Tony & Chelsea Northrup meet up with photographer Jon Bennett in order to put these three full frame beasts to the test when it comes to shooting motorsports, wildlife, and ‘human sports’ as Chelsea calls them.

In a head-to-head battle to see which body holds its top speed, nails the most images in focus, and holds up with creative motion blur, which will come out on top? Watch the video below to find out.

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