Top Compact Cameras for 2019
- 20MP sensor
- ISO range of 125-12800
- 3” LCD screen
- 1.04M dot screen
- .45 lbs
- 3.86 x 2.28 x 1.22”
- Compact (obviously)
- Easy to use, even for beginners
- Minimalist design everyone loves
- Touchscreen LCD
- No 4K capabilities
- Limited zoom range
- 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- 3” 1040K dot LCD touchscreen
- 18.5mm f/2.8 fixed lens
- 9.88 oz
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Touchscreen LCD
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Gorgeously colored photos
- Incredible battery life
- Fixed lens
- Slow AF system
- Fixed lens
- 201.MP 1-inch sensor
- 3” tilting touchscreen
- Electronic viewfinder with a 2.36 million dot resolution
- 24fps burst mode
- 4K video capabilities
- 10.6 oz
- 310-shot battery life
- 315-point AF system
- 4K video capabilities
- 3” tilting touchscreen
- 24-200mm zoom lens
- More expensive than other top compact cameras
- Advanced controls make it a niche camera for more experienced photographers
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While I don’t always use compact cameras, they have a way of coming in handy in the oddest ways.
I love my compact cameras for travel, especially, but also for quick product shoots. Plus, when I’m itching to get some new gear, I can buy a new point-and-shoot without breaking the bank.
Now that 2019 is coming to a close, I figured I should do a listicle on the top compact cameras of the year.
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II
The Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II is one of the best compact cameras of 2019 because it is a point-and-shoot that comes with a 1-inch sensor, so it’s compact but powerful.
I’m also a huge fan of the antique feel of the Canon PowerShot. Plus, the Canon PowerShot is exactly what photographers talk about when they talk about fully-featured compact cameras.
Canon PowerShot specs:
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You can buy a Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II on Amazon for $400. While MPB doesn’t currently have any used Canon PowerShots in stock, the great thing about MPB is that they rotate products so frequently, they may have gotten some since the writing of this article.
Plus, even if they haven’t, you definitely want to check MPB out for their other cheap compact cameras.
Fujifilm XF10
This Fujifilm tops many “best point-and-shoot cameras” lists because it features a crazy resolute sensor for a camera of its size at 24MP.
It’s also one of the most travel-friendly Fujifilms.
But, the best feature of this camera is the fact that it features multiple Film Simulation modes, which beginner and enthusiast photographers alike love.
Fujifilm XF10 specs:
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Fujifilm XF10 Cons:
I put “fixed lens” on both the pro and con columns because it really just depends upon what you’re looking for in a compact camera.
You can purchase the Fujifilm XF10 for $500 on Amazon.
You can also head over to MPB and search through their used Fujifilm XF10 selection to save up to $150.
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Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VI
The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VI is the most expensive compact camera on our list. But, it’s because this Sony is one of the top point-and-shoot cameras of the decade.
It features a 3” tilting screen with 1,228K dots, a 24fps burst mode, and 4K video capabilities.
This camera isn’t for beginners, though.
Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VI specs:
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You can buy the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VI for $1,000 new, or search for a used one starting at $725 on MPB.
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