Compact cameras
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In the age of the smartphone, compact cameras have had to evolve in order to survive. No longer are they simple point-and-shoots or versatile travel-zooms, but rather they are often premium devices with large sensors and sharp lenses or even bigger zoom ranges, ultimately giving superior image quality or greater versatility than your average smartphone camera.
The world’s best compacts can cost as much as, if not more than, the latest flagship smartphones, but don't be put off by their high prices. In 2022, our Cameras editor bought a compact camera instead of the latest iPhone, because cameras handle better for photography and help focus your creativity in a way that a smartphone cannot with all of its additional distractions.
Compact cameras can fit in your pocket, are portable and discreet, and that’s what makes them particularly popular for street and documentary photography. Some models, such as the Fujifilm X100V – which holds the top position in our best compact camera guide – have been enjoying a resurgence in 2023, which goes to show that there’s life in the compact camera market yet.
Latest about Compact Cameras
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Where to buy the Fujifilm X100VI: current delivery estimates and the best retailers
By Alex Whitelock published
Let's secure you a shiny new camera with our guide on where to buy the Fujifilm X100VI - including the latest shipping estimates.
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Fujifilm X100VI vs Fujifilm X100V: 5 reasons to upgrade, and one big reason why you shouldn't
By Paul Hatton published
Comparing the Fujifilm X100VI and X100V to see if it's worth the upgrade
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The Fujifilm X100VI is one of the best compact cameras ever – but is it time for a X100-series shake up?
By Timothy Coleman published
The sixth-gen model is a big upgrade, and potentially leads the series in a new direction
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Fujifilm X100VI review – cult status renewed
By Timothy Coleman published
Not yet ratedThe best premium compact for most people just hit new heights
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Fujifilm X100VI: all the latest rumors and what we want to see
By Mark Wilson last updated
The Fujifilm X100VI is close to an official launch, if the rumors are to be believed. But how might it improve on the X100V?
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This kids' camera cost me less than $10, but my old smartphone is a better alternative for my children
By Timothy Coleman published
I tried a super cheap kids' camera and, surprisingly, it snaps pics about as well as most kids' cameras
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The best compact cameras for 2023
By Timothy Coleman last updated
Updated Our best compact camera for 2024 guide will help you find the right pocket camera for you, whatever your budget.
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The impossible-to-find Fujifilm X100V could finally get a successor very soon
By Timothy Coleman published
The name, release date, and possible lens of the successor to the much-loved but hard-to-find X100V have all been rumored.
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