# EISA consumer electronics awards 2026–2027

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> Updated: 2026-08-26T13:27:10.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 3.

The Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has announced its 2026–2027 award winners, marking the 44th year of the program. The selection process utilized a jury of experts from 54 specialized technology publications across 27 countries to conduct in-depth testing in categories such as Hi-Fi, Home Theatre & Vision, Photography, Mobile Devices, and In-Car Electronics.

In the mobile category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra was named the ‘Photo & Video Smartphone 2026-2027’. Developed in collaboration with Hasselblad, the device features a five-camera system with focal lengths ranging from 14 to 230 mm, intended to provide unified imaging performance for both stills and video.

In the consumer electronics categories, winners included various Hi-Fi components such as the Paradigm Premier 820F V2, the Radiant Acoustics Clarity 66 for premium floorstanding models, the Triangle Solstice 3 for standmount loudspeakers, and the Wilson Audio Sabrina V. In the Home Theatre & Vision category, the Philips 55OLED811 was named Best Buy OLED TV.

In the photography category, Nikon received honors for the Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II and the Nikon Z, while Sony was named Camera of the Year for the Alpha 7 V. Sony also secured the ‘Best Macro Lens 2026-2027’ for the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS and the ‘Best Professional Camera 2026-2027’ for the Sony Alpha 7R VI, marking its second consecutive year winning the Camera of the Year title. Fujifilm also secured awards for the X-T30 III and X-E5 models.

## Claims

- The Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II was named Lens of the Year. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Sony Alpha 7 V was named Camera of the Year. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The EISA Awards 2026-2027 winners were selected by a panel of 51 specialized magazines and websites from 26 countries. (single source)
- The Fujifilm X-T30 III was awarded Best Buy Camera. (single source)
- The Fujifilm X-E5 was named the Best APS-C Camera. (single source)
- The Sony Alpha 7R IV was named the Best Professional Camera. (single source)
- The Nikon Z was named the Best Photo/Video Camera. (single source)
- The Panasonic LUMIX DC-L10 was named the Best Compact Camera. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Sony wins three EISA 2026 awards including Camera of the Year

Sony won three EISA 2026 awards, including ‘Camera of the Year’ for the second consecutive year, honoring the Alpha 7 V, Alpha 7R VI, and the FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS lens.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sony-wins-three-eisa-2026-awards-including-camera-of-the-year

### 2026-08-23: EISA Awards 2026-2027 name Sony and Nikon as top photography winners

The EISA Awards 2026-2027 have named the Sony Alpha 7 V as Camera of the Year and the Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II as Lens of the Year, reflecting a highly competitive photography market.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eisa-awards-2026-2027-name-sony-and-nikon-as-top-photography-winners

### 2026-08-23: EISA announces 2026-2027 consumer electronics award winners

The Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has announced its 2026-2027 award winners, honoring top consumer electronics including the OPPO Find X9 Ultra smartphone and various Hi-Fi audio components.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eisa-awards-announces-20262027-winners

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