The 5 Best Video Cameras For Sports - Spring 2024 Reviews

The Fujifilm X-H2S is the best camera to video sports of the cameras we've tested. This flagship model from Fujifilm is a video powerhouse with a stacked sensor that keeps rolling shutter distortion to a minimum. It's ideal for capturing panning shots and recording action. The camera also has plenty of frame rate and resolution options, with 6.2k video recording at up to 30 fps and uncropped 4k at up to 60 fps. It has a dedicated slow-motion recording mode that records 4k at 120 fps, making this a super versatile camera for high-res action footage.

Beyond that, you get internal 10-bit 4:2:2 recording, Apple ProRes codecs for higher-quality video files, and RAW video output to a compatible external recorder via HDMI. Plus, it has an excellent in-body image stabilization (IBIS) system to reduce camera shake when shooting handheld and an excellent battery life. All that to say, this is a seriously capable video camera for more advanced videographers.

The Sony α6700 is a fantastic interchangeable lens option at an upper mid-range price point. It's one of the few cameras—let alone cameras at this price—to offer 4k video recording at 120 fps. Though 120p comes with a heavy crop, that's still very useful for those who want to capture high-resolution slow-mo footage of fast action. It also has a great battery life, a fully articulated screen, and one of the best autofocus systems on the market. It's also a well-built camera with a weather-sealed body to help keep out dust and moisture.

If you want the option to record in 6.2k resolution or output RAW video to an external recorder, the Fujifilm X-S20 is another great choice at this price point. However, unlike the Sony, it's capped at 60 fps in 4k; this is still great for capturing high-speed footage and slowing things down a bit, but it'll be harder to generate super slow-motion clips in 4k. It's autofocus system is also a tad less reliable than the Sony's.

If the Sony α6700 is still too steep for you, consider a slightly cheaper option like the Fujifilm X-S10. Like the α6700 and the Fujifilm X-S20, it has IBIS and uses an APS-C sensor that captures high-quality video. Plus, it comes with Fujifilm's preset film simulation profiles, which let you change up the look of your videos in-camera. That makes this a good option for those who don't want to spend too much time processing their footage in post.

Beyond that, the camera has a good amount of frame rate options, including 4k at up to 30 fps and 1080p at up to 240 fps in its slow-motion capture mode. Though its autofocus system doesn't perform as consistently as our pricier picks above, it's still very solid overall. However, with this model, you do lose out on higher quality 10-bit internal recording and unlimited recording times. If you need 10-bit internal recording and better AF, the Canon EOS R10 is a great alternative at this price point. However, it doesn't have IBIS and has a worse readout speed, resulting in more rolling shutter distortion.

The Sony ZV-E10 is our top budget pick. Though it's aimed primarily at vloggers, it also makes for a great general video camera for videographers on a tighter budget. Unlike the Fujifilm X-S10, it doesn't have a viewfinder. You also lose out on IBIS, meaning you'll need to rely on optically stabilized lenses to get smoother footage when shooting handheld. If these aren't dealbreakers, you'll find a lot to love with this camera.

At the top of the list is its fantastic autofocus system. Sony cameras are known for their quick and accurate AF systems, and the ZV-E10 is no exception. It has a fully articulated screen to help shoot at different angles, a good battery life, and no recording time limit. Frame rates are limited compared to high-end options, but it can still record 4k video at 30 fps, with a slight crop, and 1080p video at up to 120 fps if you want to slow down the action. All in all, this is the best camera for sports videography at this price point.

If you're looking for something ultra-portable, consider the DJI Pocket 2. This isn't just any pocket camera—it comes with a built-in three-axis stabilized gimbal that lets you capture smooth handheld video. It's a great option if you want something lightweight but prefer to get right in the action, as you can keep up with your subjects and still get buttery smooth footage. On top of that, it has an active tracking feature that can automatically follow a subject as they move around.

You get up to 60 fps in 4k, and there's a dedicated slow-motion mode in 1080p for super slow-motion shots. On top of that, it has no recording time limit and a solid battery life. Because it's a small-sensor camera, you won't get amazing video quality compared to the higher-end options mentioned above. If the thought of an all-in-one camera and gimbal combo sounds appealing, this is one of the best cameras for sports you can get.