Looking for your first real camera? This huge Lumix pre-Prime Day deal is hard to beat — plus top alternatives from Canon, Fujifilm and more

Truly low-cost cameras that are actually worth buying are hard to come by, and that's what makes the Lumix G97 so special today in this unbeatable deal ahead of Prime Day.

In our Lumix G97 review of its 2025 release, we awarded this beginner mirrorless camera 4.5 stars out of 5, saying its "competitive price point makes it a very appealing camera for novice photographers and vloggers". And B&H Photo just slashed that already great price by $260 — you can grab Lumix G97 with 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens kit for $597.99 at B&H Photo and other leading retailers.

I've included links to the best deals below, many of which include handy extras to get you started. For example, B&H Photo throws in a memory card and shoulder bag for no extra cost!

The deal is less impressive for shoppers in the UK — the Lumix G97 with 12-60mm lens costs £649 at Amazon (was £749). That's still excellent value, but if price is your main concern, then there are decent alternatives worth considering, such as the Canon EOS R50 for £659 at Amazon (was £900). Conversely, the deals for the Canon camera are less impressive in the US.

In its favor, the EOS R50 has a larger 24MP APS-C sensor and superb autofocus. However, lens choice is pretty limited. On the other hand, the Lumix G97 — despite being a refresh of the much older Lumix G95 / G90 — still very much packs a punch, with decent 20MP micro four thirds sensor, superb ergonomics and a huge choice of affordable lenses. Trust me, it's a fabulous first camera.

Whichever model you prefer, you are getting standout prices for one of the best beginner mirrorless cameras. I've included more deals below for other top models, including the Fujifilm X-M5 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV.

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I joined the TechRadar team as Cameras Editor In January 2023, and since then I've covered every major camera launch and Amazon Prime Day sale. I only recommend tried and tested products (by me or one of my team of expert reviewers). Put simply, I know what are genuinely good camera deals, and who the products are tailored for.

Today's best Lumix G97 camera deal (US)

Panasonic Lumix G97 with Lumix 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens: was $857.99 now $597.99 at BHPhoto

The deal link I've included is for the Lumix G97 bundle with the Lumix 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens and a 64GB memory card and shoulder bag. It's the same price as for the camera and lens-only kit — who doesn't love extra goodies, especially when it's all you need to get started?

Price check: $597.99 at Adorama (with memory card, spare battery and lens filters included, worth well-over $100) / and $597.99 at Amazon

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Today's best Lumix G97 camera deal (UK)

Panasonic Lumix G97 with Lumix 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens: was £749 now £649 at Amazon

There's also a price cut for the Lumix G97 with Lumix 12-60mm lens in the UK, but the £100 discount is less impressive (and there are no accessories included in the bundle). Still, a price cut for a beginner camera that we described as great value at full price, says it all. If cost is a major factor in your decision, then it's a closer call with the Canon EOS R50, which is currently on sale for the same price (see links to the best deals, below).

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Best beginner mirrorless camera deals today — including Canon, Fujifilm, Lumix and more

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