Amazon’s massive Mid-Year Sale is now on, joining the fresh crop of EOFY sales that have officially kicked off. There’s a mountain of deals on offer, with discounts available on everything from headphones to cameras, smart home gadgets to kitchen appliances and much, much more.
But with so much on offer, hunting them all down on Amazon can be dizzying, so we’re here to help you find what you want. Today we’ve added fresh deals on Canon cameras, super-cheap Samsung A-series smartphones and a discounted PlayStation Plus 12-month membership, just to name a few.
Unlike Amazon Prime Day, most of these deals are available to anyone, so you don’t need to be a Prime member to take advantage – though you will get free delivery if you are. Scroll down to see our best picks from the sale.
Amazon Mid-Year Sale 2021: best deals
Laptops & peripherals
Razer Blade 15 Base Model | i7 / 16GB RAM / 256GB SSD / GTX 1660 Ti | AU$2,399 AU$1,585.25 on Amazon (save AU$813.75)
You'll save just over AU$800 when you pick up this Razer Blade 15 from Amazon. Its premium chassis means it won't look out of place in the office either, but you'll still be well-equipped to play games. There are some higher-end Razer Blades discounted on Amazon, but stock is low at the time of writing.
Logitech MX Keys wireless keyboard | AU$199 AU$165.60 on Amazon (save AU$33.40)
Logitech’s MX Keys is a wireless keyboard with some very neat backlighting. Sensors in the keyboard can detect your hands, illuminating the keys when you start to type and dimming them again when you step away from your computer. The wireless keyboard connects via Bluetooth and charges via USB-C. Nab this small saving when you buy from Amazon.
Logitech C922 Pro Stream | AU$199 AU$123.80 on Amazon (save AU$75.20)
The Logitech C922 Pro Stream is a top webcam for working from home. It has excellent 1080p video quality, and can even record in that sharp resolution at 30 frames per second, making it a great option for streamers too. Snap up this webcam from Amazon, where it’s now AU$75 off in the Mid-Year Sale.
Gaming
PlayStation Plus 12-month subscription | AU$79.95 AU$59.95 on Amazon (save AU$20)
Amazon has knocked AU$20 off an annual PlayStation Plus membership, which will get you access to online multiplayer for both PS4 and PS5, and offer up to three games for free a month. Those three games are usually good ones – the current selection includes Star Wars: Squadrons, Operation: Tango and Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown.
Nintendo Switch | AU$469.95 AU$399 on Amazon (save AU$70.95)
The Nintendo Switch Pro is rumoured to be releasing later this year, but if you don't want to wait, you can pick up the always-popular Nintendo Switch for less. The hybrid console is now AU$70 off on Amazon, available in both neon and the more reserved grey version.
Xbox Series S | AU$499 AU$449 on Amazon (save AU$50)
It may not be as powerful as the Xbox Series X – which is hard to come by – but it can still comfortably play next-gen games with clarity, speed and high frame rates. While it's a digital-only device, it's ideal for those who want to get stuck into Xbox Game Pass.
PS4 Slim | AU$439.95 AU$369 on Amazon (save AU$70.95)
Tired of the next-gen rat race? If you think the PS5 hype is a little overplayed and you just want to dive into a huge catalogue of classic games, the PS4 is still a mighty machine, and this is a mighty discount.
PS5 Pulse 3D Wireless Headset | AU$159.95 AU$138 on Amazon (save AU$21.95)
Made especially for PS5, the Pulse 3D Wireless Headset is a must-own peripheral if you've been lucky enough to score the PS5 – at least for the time being. It offers solid stereo sound and a quality mic, making the most of the PS5's incredible 3D audio capabilities. Right now, it's down to AU$138 on Amazon.
DualSense Wireless Controller | AU$109.95 AU$87 on Amazon (save AU$22.95)
The PS5 console is frustratingly difficult to come by, but if you are one of the lucky ones, or you just have plans to buy one soon, then consider picking up this discounted DualSense controller from Amazon. It's enough of an advancement over the DualShock 4 that you'd expect a price hike, but it's still nice to pay under AU$90 for a second controller, or a replacement.
PS4 DualShock 4 controller | AU$89.95 AU$63.70 on Amazon (save AU$26.25)
The DualShock 4 has since been upgraded in the form of the PS5 DualSense controller, but it's still an excellent gamepad. It works like a charm, and it's compatible with the PS5 while playing PS4 games. In any case, we think it's wise to keep a spare around. Now discounted on Amazon in black.
Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit | AU$149.95 AU$98 on Amazon (save AU$51.95)
Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit takes the race from TV and brings it to your living room floor. It works by taking a remote controlled kart and syncing it to your Nintendo Switch, which then turns your living room into a customisable track. The kit is available in Mario and Luigi themed sets, now discounted by AU$50 on Amazon.
Ring Fit Adventure | AU$124.95 AU$97 on Amazon (save AU$27.95)
If you have a Nintendo Switch, the Ring Fit Adventure is a fun peripheral to get your hands on. It’s an exercise-focused game that aims to inject some light-hearted fun into being active. A nice way to get the kids moving around the lounge room.
Logitech G915 Lightspeed Wireless gaming keyboard | AU$289 AU$260.10 on Amazon (save AU$28.90)
If you want to go wireless, the Logitech G915 Lightspeed gaming keyboard is an excellent choice. Our colleagues at PC Gamer rate it among the best gaming keyboards, and that's because it offers lag-free connectivity. Battery life is great too, even with some added RGB flair. Make it yours for AU$260 on Amazon.
Logitech G502 Lightspeed wireless mouse | AU$199 AU$144.20 on Amazon (save AU$54.80)
This wireless gaming mouse comes with 11 programmable buttons, so you'll be well-equipped for any game. It's also well-designed and comfortable to use, giving you a bit of an edge. This AU$144 asking price is beating other retailers by at least AU$30, making it a great deal.
Razer DeathAdder V2 | AU$139.95 AU$68.50 on Amazon (save AU$71.45)
The Razer DeathAdder V2 is a no-fuss gaming mouse that’s just as comfortable for work as it is for play. It’s simple yet stylish, with customisable RGB lighting to add a bit of flair. It has a 20,000 CPI sensor, and while you’re limited to two buttons on the side, these can be configured as well. Now AU$70 off on Amazon.
Razer DeathAdder Essential | AU$69 AU$34.25 on Amazon (save AU$34.75)
This is a fairly steep discount on the Razer DeathAdder Essential gaming mouse, saving you AU$34 when you buy from Amazon. It's a right-handed mouse with a 6,400 DPI optical sensor and reprogrammable buttons, making it an accurate pointer for both gaming and design work.
Picking up a games from Sony's PlayStation Hits series normally sets you back a modest AU$25, but during Amazon's Mid-Year Sale, there's a big selection available for as little as AU$10. Some highlights include:
God of War | AU$10
The Last of Us Remastered | AU$11
Gran Turismo Sport | AU$11
Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition | AU$11
Uncharted 4 | AU$11
Ratchet & Clank | AU$11
PS4 games | from AU$15
Some of the last generation's biggest games are now on sale, including The Last of Us Part 2, Cyberpunk 2077 and more. Note that a handful of these games, including Days Gone, Ghost of Tsushima and The Last of Us Part 2, have performance modes on PS5.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon | AU$41
FIFA 21 | AU$19
Cyberpunk 2077 | AU$34
The Last of Us Part 2 | AU$28
Ghost of Tsushima | AU$38
Spider-Man: Miles Morales | AU$54
Death Stranding | AU$15
Days Gone | AU$19
Sackboy A Big Adventure | AU$59.95
Spider-Man | AU$17
Dreams | AU$17
Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order | AU$24
PS5 games | from AU$28
If you've been lucky enough to get your hands on the PS5, you'll be happy to hear that a wide selection of PS5 games are now on sale at Amazon. They're usually quite expensive, so have a look at what's on offer:
Demon’s Souls | AU$88
Spider-Man: Miles Morales | AU$64
Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate | AU$88
Sackboy: A Big Adventure | AU$74
The Nioh Collection | AU$88
Assassin's Creed Valhalla | AU$44
Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate | AU$44.50
Outriders | AU$59
Watch Dogs: Legion | AU$28
Hitman 3 | AU$58 Immortals Fenyx Rising | AU$38
Smartphones
Samsung Galaxy A12 (128GB) | AU$299 AU$247 on Amazon (save AU$52)
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a super-cheap smartphone, and Amazon has just knocked the price down even further for its Mid-Year Sale. It has a 6.5-inch display, and on the rear is a four-camera array, including a 48MP main lens and a 5MP ultra-wide camera. Both the black and blue colours are discounted on Amazon, along with several other Samsung A-series smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy A32 (128GB) | AU$499 AU$394 on Amazon (save AU$105)
For a budget-priced phone, the Samsung A32 gets lots of things right, and very little wrong. It features a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz screen and great cameras on the rear – four in total. Our four-star review found it snapped sharp, rich photos from all sensors too. Despite all this, battery life is impressively long. The phone is now discounted in black and violet on Amazon. Head to Amazon to see all the Samsung A-series phone discounts.
Audio
Sennheiser HD 450BT | AU$299 AU$169 on Amazon (save AU$130)
These excellent headphones are a much cheaper alternative to the Sony WH-1000XM4, and you’ll save further still with Amazon’s discount. These over-ear headphones sound detailed and clear, with a nice, warm bass. Noise cancellation is decent, though not class-leading, as our review found some outside noise could leak in. Now discounted in both black and white on Amazon.
Sennheiser CX 400BT True Wireless Earbuds | AU$299 AU$145.90 on Amazon (save AU$153.10)
Sennheiser’s CX 400BT earbuds get it right where it counts: they sound wide and detailed, are comfortable to wear and offer good touch control. These true wireless earbuds have been discounted fairly regularly, but this is one of the lowest prices we've seen. Available in black or white on Amazon.
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 | AU$599 AU$376 on Amazon (save AU$223)
Boses's premium noise-cancelling headphones are discounted by almost 40% on Amazon at the moment. These headphones look good, sound great and are comfortable to wear. The active noise cancellation works whether you're listening to music or taking calls too, so you can cut out the distractions. Discounted on Amazon in black, silver and white.
Sony WH-1000XM4 | AU$499 AU$346 on Amazon (save AU$153)
We think Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones are the best you can buy, with stellar sound quality and adaptive noise-cancelling capabilities. This isn't the biggest discount we've seen on these cans, but it's close, so if you're keen to buy you can save just over AU$150 on Amazon.
Bose QuietComfort 35 II | AU$399 AU$286 on Amazon (save AU$113)
This is a sweet deal on the QuietComfort 35 II. These headphones have class-leading noise cancellation and a nice, balanced sound that should satisfy most listeners. These may not be the flagship offering from Bose, but they’re cheaper, and come in a much more standard form factor. You’ll save AU$113 when you buy from Amazon in black or silver.
Shure Aonic 50 | AU$599 AU$359 on Amazon (save AU$240)
This was audio specialist Shure's first foray into wireless noise-cancelling headphones, and they are impressive. They pack great noise cancellation and expansive sound, skilfully presenting any music you care to mention. The black set is down to AU$359, while the brown model is a little more expensive at AU$369.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds | AU$399.95 AU$317 on Amazon (save AU$82.95)
Bose has applied its expertise in noise cancellation to these true wireless earbuds. Sound quality is rich and clear, though a little less bassy in comparison to Sony's WF-1000XM3 earbuds. Our review found them incredibly comfortable to wear too. Now down to AU$317 in black and white when you buy from Amazon.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus | AU$299 AU$139.75 on Amazon (save AU$159.25)
The Buds Plus come with an 11-hour battery life, support for iOS users and a dual-driver design that results in better sound quality compared to the original Galaxy Buds. The earbuds don’t have noise cancellation tech, which could be a dealbreaker for some, but what the Buds Plus offer instead is a price point that’s easy on the wallet. Available for just AU$139.75 in black.
Bose Frames Rondo/Alto | AU$299 AU$199 on Amazon (save AU$100)
With the launch of the newer Bose Frames, the price of the original audio sunglasses has been dropping. Amazon has been consistently listing them for around the AU$230 mark for a little while now, but both the Rondo and Alto styles are now down to just AU$199. These music-making sunglasses have a battery life of three hours, and personal sound that most people around you can't hear.
Smart home
TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug Slim (KP115) | AU$29.95 AU$24.50 on Amazon (save AU$5.45)
This smart plug gives your everyday appliances and lamps some smarts. You just need to plug it in to get started, then use the app to control each connected device manually or set up on and off schedules. The KP115 is the slim version, so it looks nice and discreet in your home, and it comes with energy monitoring too. This is a small discount from Amazon, saving you 18% off RRP.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K with Echo Dot (4th-gen) | AU$178 AU$134 on Amazon (save AU$44)
Amazon is bundling the Fire TV Stick 4K with the latest 4th-gen Echo Dot smart speaker for a discounted price, taking a total of AU$44 off the whole bundle. Add both items to your cart and use the code FIRETV134 at checkout to redeem the discount. Alternatively, you can score 2 Fire TV Sticks at 15% off with the code FIRETV15.
Nanoleaf smart lights range | save up to 20%
A huge range of Nanoleaf smart lights are now discounted on Amazon, so you can expand your setup if you already have them, or get started for the first time without spending top dollar. Discounted kits include Nanoleaf Shapes in triangles and hexagons, and Nanoleaf Canvas panels. Save up to 20% when you buy at Amazon.
Cameras
DJI Osmo Pocket | AU$599 AU$299 on Amazon (save AU$300)
The DJI Osmo Pocket has now been upgraded in the form of the DJI Pocket 2, so while it doesn’t have the latest improvements, it’s available at a much more affordable price. This little camera puts video stabilisation in the palm of your hand, allowing you to shoot in silky smooth 4K at 60fps and slow motion video in 1080p at 120fps. Save AU$300 when you buy from Amazon.
Canon EOS R5 (body only) | AU$6,499 AU$5,598 on Amazon (save AU$901)
Simply put, the EOS R5 is the best stills camera Canon has ever made. It's very versatile for stills, and can shoot video at a staggering 8K resolution. Those specs come with a suitably hefty price tag though. But if you've been lusting after it, there's over AU$900 to be saved when you buy from Amazon right now.
Canon EOS R6 (body only) | AU$4,299 AU$3,644 on Amazon (save AU$655)
If the specs of the EOS R5 listed above is overkill for you, then the EOS R6 might be a better fit. We think it's Canon's best mirrorless camera for most people, with excellent autofocus and continuous shooting speeds matching the more expensive R5. While the R6's dynamic range isn't as good as the R5's, it's still a great all-rounder. You can now save AU$655 when you buy the body from Amazon.
Nikon Z50 twin lens kit + ML-L7 remote | AU$2,092.18 AU$1,799 on Amazon (save AU$293.18)
The Z50 is another mirrorless marvel from Nikon. It's an entry-level APS-C format mirrorless camera, but it can be quite an expensive model. Amazon has knocked down the price of this snapper – which also comes with two lenses and a remote – making it a little more affordable at AU$1,799.
Nikon Z6 + MB-N10 battery grip + EN-EL15b battery + 64GB XQD card | AU$2,999 AU$2,699 on Amazon (save AU$300)
For the body alone, the Z6 retails for a huge AU$2,599. Add an extra battery, the grip and an XQD card, and that cost does go up to almost three grand. So while this discount may not seem like much, it's not a bad deal if you want all the bells and whistles.
Wearables
Garmin Instinct Solar | AU$699 AU$480 on Amazon (save AU$219)
If a rugged, no-fuss sports watch is what you're after, the Garmin Instinct Solar is what you need. It's built tough to withstand a range of environments, and it comes with exceptional battery life thanks to solar charging. You'll save almost AU$220 on the dark blue model when you buy from Amazon.
Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Solar | AU$1,499 AU$898 on Amazon (save AU$601)
The Garmin Fenix 6 is one of the best multi-sport watches you can buy, and watches from the range come with a sky-high price tag to match. For its Mid-Year Sale though, Amazon has slashed AU$601 off the Pro Solar version. It’s got top-notch adventure tracking, GPS-based mapping and solar charging. You can expect advanced data including running dynamics, heat- and altitude-adjusted VO2 max, recovery advisor and even surf tracking. Snag it from Amazon.
Suunto 9 | AU$699 AU$558.40 on Amazon (save AU$140.60)
Similar to Garmin, Finnish brand Suunto also has some premium wearables. In our review of the Suunto 9, we found it to be rugged and hard-wearing, with an impressive list of multi-sport features. You can now save AU$140 on the black model when you buy from Amazon.
Fossil Gen 5 | AU$499 from AU$388.50 on Amazon (save up to AU$110.50)
The Fossil Gen 5 is an excellent smartwatch that’ll look great on the wrist whether it’s for everyday wear or keeping track of your fitness. It has a bright and vibrant AMOLED display, and the watch is equipped with Wear OS that is speedy to use. The brown colour option is cheapest at AU$388.50, while the black and grey models are slightly more at AU$399.
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