Amazon’s October Prime Day sale, also known as Prime Big Deal Days, has arrived with plenty of discounts on cameras, photo gear, drones, and more. Whether you’re a professional photographer or a hobbyist, there are some great deals to take advantage of. Here are some of the standout camera deals from the sale.
One of the top deals is on GoPro’s Hero10 Black Action camera. Despite the release of the Hero11, the Hero10 is still considered one of the best action cameras on the market. During the sale, you can get it for just $250, saving $200.
Sony is also offering some great deals on its mirrorless camera lineup. The popular A6600 is marked down to just $998, saving you $402 or 29 percent off. The A6100 with an 18-50mm kit lens is now just $698 ($152 off), and the newish A7 IV is back down to its July Prime Day price of $2,398, saving you $100. Panasonic is joining in with discounts on its full-frame Lumix S5 camera, priced at $1,298 (28 percent off), and the recent GH6 for $1,698 instead of $2,200, a $502 savings.
Nikon has some great deals too. The DX-format Z30 is available for $697 with a wide-angle zoom lens, while the full-frame Z5 is just $1,097, which is $303 (22 percent) off. Canon is offering a stellar deal on its relatively recent R3 powerhouse camera, marking it down by a full $1,000 to $5,000. Its EOS R10 vlogging kit is also on sale for $1,200 ($100 off). It’s not just cameras that are on sale, you’ll also find discounts on memory cards, bags, and other accessories.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the featured cameras on sale. The GoPro Hero 10 is still considered one of the best action cameras available. Its GP2 processor enables features like HyperSmooth 4.0, tone mapping, noise reduction, and a maximum resolution of 5.3K at 60fps. It can also shoot in 4K at 120fps and 2.7K at 240fps. With its front screen and new horizon leveling options, it’s a great camera for capturing action shots.
The Nikon Z30 is a DX (APS-C) camera designed specifically for vloggers and creators. It offers 4K video using the full width of the sensor, 120fps slow-motion at 1080p, a flip-out display, and AI-powered hybrid phase-detect AF. Despite its affordable price, it delivers outstanding image and video quality, with dynamic range comparable to more expensive cameras.
Sony’s A6600, although a few years old now, is still a great option for photographers. It offers features like real-time AF tracking, a pop-up screen, in-body stabilization, solid battery life, and excellent photo quality. Its compact size also makes it an ideal travel camera.
Canon’s EOS R3 is a powerhouse camera that can shoot bursts at up to 30fps with autofocus enabled, making it perfect for capturing sports and action. It also offers impressive video capabilities, with options for 6K at up to 60fps or 4K at 120fps. It features Canon’s Dual Pixel autofocus, eight stops of shake reduction, a flip-out display, and eye detection autofocus.
The Panasonic Lumix S5 is a smaller and more affordable alternative to the Lumix S1, with even better video features. It offers a flip-out display, five-axis in-body stabilization, and 10-bit 4K recording at up to 60fps. While its autofocus is not as advanced as Sony or Canon’s systems for video, it’s still one of the best cameras available for content creators.
The Nikon Z5 is a full-frame camera with a 24-megapixel sensor. It offers features like hybrid phase-detect autofocus, excellent color science, and five-axis in-body stabilization. It also has dual fast UHS-II card slots, a high-resolution electronic viewfinder, and a tilting touch display. While its video capabilities are not as strong, it’s a great option for photographers.
The Sony A6100 may be a few years old, but its autofocus system is still regarded as one of the best in its price range. It offers intelligent face- and eye-tracking, along with 4K 30fps video. Its color science and low-light capabilities are excellent, making it a reliable camera for various shooting conditions.
Canon’s EOS R10 is the company’s second APS-C camera in the EOS R mount ecosystem. It offers features like 4K 60p, 1080p 120p, a flip-out display, a built-in flash, and fast shooting speeds. Its main drawback is excessive rolling shutter, but for casual users looking to capture vacations, sporting events, and more, it’s a solid option with reliable autofocus.
Lastly, the Panasonic Lumix GH6 is aimed at content creators and replaces the popular GH5. It boasts impressive video specs, such as ProRes support for 5.7K 30p video, 4K at up to 120fps, and full V-log support. With a new 25-megapixel sensor, it’s also a better camera for photography. However, its contrast detect-only autofocus still lags behind Sony and Canon.
In addition to cameras, there are also great deals on accessories. Lexar’s V60 II memory cards are available at up to 35 percent off, while PNY’s 128GB EliteX-Pro90 Class is marked down $20 to $75. There are also discounted microSD cards for drones or action cameras, such as SanDisk’s Extreme 512GB model for $32 (71 percent off).
Keep an eye out for more camera deals as the sale continues. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast or looking to upgrade your gear, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days provides plenty of options at discounted prices.