The 7 Best Rangefinder-style Cameras To Pick Today

Rangefinder-style cameras have always been loved by many. The knobs, dials, compact size, and pancake lenses are some reasons why anyone would prefer it over a DSLR or a mirrorless camera. In fact, many who like to travel light prefer rangefinder-style cameras that feature a good sensor. If you are someone who likes anything old-school, then we are delighted to bring to you 7 amazing rangefinder-style bodies that are not only aesthetic but also exceptional performers. Let’s dive in!

Leica DLUX 8

An affordable Leica for travel enthusiasts, the DLUX 8 is one of the gorgeous rangefinder-style cameras on the market. The dials click so well, the leaf shutter is silent, and the lens has several functions on the barrel itself. The device has a 17MP MFT sensor, a 3-inch LCD, and comes with a 24-75mm f1.7-2.8 lens. While it lacks weather sealing, it feels really nice in your hands. In fact, the image quality, the high ISO performance, excellent battery, compactness, and an affordable price tag are why so many go for it.

Fujifilm X100VI

The X100VI is a rangefinder-style camera ideal for travel photographers who don’t like things to be too technical. It offers a 40.2 Megapixel X-Trans 5 sensor, a 23mm f2 fixed lens, 6-stops of image stabilization, and AI autofocus modes. With more updates, the camera can track people of color, offer nice colors, and have amazing film simulation modes. However, its battery runs out quickly, which means you have to carry two if you’re shooting with it for the whole day.

Leica Q2 Monochrom

Leica’s Monochrom models have been quite popular among black-and-white photographers. The Q2 Monochrom, in that sense, offers beautiful black-and-white images and a stylish rangefinder-style body. It features a 47MP sensor, a 28mm lens, and a 3-inch 1,040,000-dot TFT LCD. Since it’s a Monochrom camera, it lacks a red dot, includes focus peaking, and is weather resistant. As we said in the review, “the sensor in the Q2 Monochrom is a reworked version of the same one in the Leica SL2 and the Leica Q2, from my understanding. It’s sharper, better at higher ISOs, and it’s monochrome. That makes this camera arguably even better than the Leica M10 Monochrom.”

Leica Q3

The Leica Q3 is another compact camera from the company that offers exceptionally high resolution. It has a 60MP BSI-CMOS sensor, a 5,760,000-dot EVF, and a 3-inch 1,843,200-dot LCD. You not only get a chance to shoot detailed images, but hybrid shooters will appreciate the addition of 8K 30p video recording. It has a fixed 28mm f1.7 Summilux APSH lens, which offers great bokeh, and it is also IP52-rated for weather resistance. As we said in our review, “The Leica Q3 also has classic Leica colors and a slew of stellar color profiles for excellent JPEGs straight from the camera. RAW files, meanwhile, leave more than just wiggle room.”

The Leica Q3 features a 60MP BSI-CMOS sensor, a 3-inch 1,843,200-dot LCD, and a 5,760,000-dot EVF. It has 315 autofocus points, ISO up to 100,000, and 8k 30p video recording. What makes the Q3 and Q3 43 different is the lens. The Q3 has the same 28mm f1.7 lens seen on Q1, while the Q3 43 has a 43mm Apochromatic Macro f2 lens.

Leica Q3 43

What makes the Q3 43 so different from the other models is the lens. The ’43’ stands for 43mm f2 Summicron Apochromatic Macro lens, which is unlike anything anyone has done before. This is as close as a lens can come to human vision. Other than the lens, you see the same sensor and features as the Q3. The colors are exceptional, so are the bokeh, sharpness, and macro capabilities. It is a lens that photojournalists, wedding and street photographers will appreciate.

Fujifilm X-Half

The Fujifilm X-Half is one of the best 1-inch sensor cameras you can gift yourself this year. The 17MP camera offers the option to shoot diptych, has a vertical sensor and LCD, and has a plethora of filters to play with. In fact, it is so small that it can fit into your pocket and is so fun to use that you will carry it everywhere. It has a 2-inch touchscreen LCD, a built-in flash, and an excellent film simulation mode. As we said in our review, “The Fujifilm X half is for the person who wants to just have fun with a camera and who understands that a camera gets in the way of making a good photograph.”

Fujifilm GFX 100RF

If you are looking for a rangefinder-style camera with a medium format sensor for professionals, then the GFX1 100RF is for you. The device features a 102MP X-Processor 5 sensor, an aluminum body, and a 35mm f4 lens. There is an aspect ratio dial, allowing you to shoot in nine formats, including 65:24 for panoramic view. The device comes with a 3.2 LCD, 5.76 M-dot OLED EVF, a built-in 4EV ND filter, autofocus with subject recognition, and 14 film simulations. As we said in our review, “The Fujifilm GFX100RF is truly a companion camera for the experienced photographer that is sick of having a plethora or everything and wants to keep a simple kit and a versatile mind that doesn’t make the technology do all the work for them.”