The Best Canon Cameras for Beginners in 2024

2 January 2023

Whether you need a camera to take travel photos of a once in a lifetime journey, or snapshots of your kids as they grow, we all start our photographic journey with the same goal of capturing great photographs with minimal effort. Canon understands that individual needs are important, which is why they offer beginner-friendly cameras in different budgets, sizes and with differing feature sets.  

Today we will help you decide which Canon camera is best for you to start out with by highlighting some of the beginner-friendly models that are currently on the market.


Canon Powershot Zoom

The Canon Powershot zoom is a unique offering, differing from a standard point-and-shoot camera due to it being a digital monocular with a huge 100-400mm equivalent zoom range. It makes it on our list, however, as it is incredibly simple to use, and it can capture both high-quality still images and Full HD video. Whether you are looking for something to improve your family's happy snaps or travel photographs, or your weekend's sports or wildlife images, the Powershot Zoom is up to the task.

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While its image-capturing abilities are top-notch, the Canon Powershot Zoom can also be used as a stabilised handheld monocular, so you'll want it in your handbag or backpack during day trips or school concerts. If you need a bit more reach, this pocket-friendly camera from Canon includes 2x digital zoom, meaning up to 800mm equivalent zoom is at your disposal. Other highlights of the Powershot Zoom include Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, which allows for remote live view monitoring and quick and easy sharing, with a connected smartphone.

Canon Powershot SX740HS

Canon Powershot cameras are generally for those that want something compact and basic, that can explore different styles of photography if the user desires. The Powershot SX740, which we are looking at today is a fine example of this, thanks to its huge 40x optical zoom range; this long zoom makes this pocketable camera a favourite for travel. The SX740HS includes a 20.3MP CMOS sensor and 10 frames per second continuous shooting, which provides users with the opportunity of capturing multiple shots of their subject and choosing their favourite later for printing or sharing.

Other important features of this compact camera include a 180-degree tilting LCD screen which is perfect for turning the lens on yourself for well-composed self portraits, 4k video, and WiFi connectivity - this allows you to share your results quickly.

Canon EOS M200

The next camera is the Canon EOS M200, which is a mirrorless camera - this means you can change lenses and experience a broader spectrum of photography, without carting around a large and bulky kit. The portability of this camera is all the more impressive when you consider its large 24MP APS-C image sensor - this combines with Canon’s Digic 8 processor to provide fantastic image quality, even when you are shooting in low light scenarios. 

Great for modern users, the EOS M200 can record 4K videos, while being an entry-level model, plenty of automation is available, so you can start capturing great results right out of the box. For framing photos and videos of various styles, including selfies, the EOS M200 includes a touch-sensitive and tilting LCD screen, while built-in WiFI, NFC and Bluetooth connectivity is available; this doesn’t just allow you to share your files quickly but also control your camera remotely for more advanced photographic techniques.

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Canon EOS 1500D

The last model we will look at today is the Canon EOS 1500D, an entry-level DSLR camera, which like the EOS M200, features a 24MP APS-C sized sensor. DSLR cameras tend to be a little on the bulkier side but there is nothing to be afraid of; the EOS 1500D is notable for its built-in feature guide, which will talk you through taking great photos in a range of scenarios. 

A great option for students, this camera is compatible with many different lenses and is perfect for understanding the manual side of photography. The Canon EOS 1500D can record Full HD videos, while it includes built-in WiFi and NFC connectivity for image sharing and remote control functionality. Canon’s creative filters are included in the EOS 1500D - these are great for adding flare and character to your shots, without being experienced in photo editing.


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As you can see, Canon offers something for every budding photographer. Keep an eye out for our other Canon product roundups to learn more about their extensive range.


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