From the highest-resolution dSLR to the biggest zoom range to date, 2015 is starting to look like an interesting year for cameras.
Canon's G3 X, a 25x megazoom with a 1-inch sensor, makes this list in spirit; the company only issued a development announcement thus far, but it sounds intriguing. Another high-probability, rumored model we eagerly anticipate includes the replacement for the Sony A6000.
We'll update as new ones are announced, so check back often.
The outlook: If it lives up to its performance claims of 6 frames per second with autofocus, that plus its 4K video capability would make it a really attractive alternative to an entry-level dSLR for family photography.
The outlook: While it's on the expensive side for its class, it does incorporate Fujifilm's unique hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder and the company's APS-C-size X-Trans CMOS II sensor delivers excellent quality for this price class.
The outlook: It's (currently) the world's smallest 30x zoom with an electronic viewfinder, incorporating the pop-up EVF design of the higher-end RX100 models.
The outlook: Who can resist the chance to see if putting 50 megapixels on a
full-frame sensor turns out to be a good idea? The two models differ by
the antialiasing filter: the 5DS R cancels its effects, while the 5DS
doesn't.
The outlook: In a departure from its typical Rebel design, Canon adds a slightly more
upscale model to the line that inherits some design updates from
higher-end EOS models. And that's on top of the significant updates
Canon made to both of its midrange consumer dSLRs.
The outlook: This J model looks and operates more like a "normal" camera than any of its Nikon 1 predecessors. It has the fast burst rate that is the hallmark of the series -- 20fps with autofocus -- and a flip-up display for selfies and groupies.
The outlook: It's a minor update over the D7100 -- some improved processing for
better continuous-shooting performance and built-in Wi-Fi, plus a few
other tweaks. But the D7100 and its predecessor are excellent cameras,
so we expect the same of this one.
The outlook: In contrast to many competitors, Pentax builds its lower-end dSLRs like
tanks. This will be one of the cheaper weather-sealed models on the
market.
The outlook: Cramming it with its most current technologies, Olympus makes the E-M5
Mark II sound very attractive to photographers looking for a camera more
advanced than a point-and-shoot but smaller than a dSLR.
The outlook: While it's not a particularly notable update -- the addition of a
touchscreen is nice -- Nikon's entry-level dSLRs are generally
well-performing crowd pleasers.
The cameras may not be available yet, but now's the time to start
planning which lenses you'll want to splurge on, too. Check out some recommendations for lenses under $1,000.
