Best compact camera on Reddit
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#1
Sony
4.4
(44)
"As a long term RX100 fan myself i find the best alternative to an RX100 is another RX100, hence i got a VII when my IV died."
"But Sony Rx100 as u/Maximum_Somewhere603 suggested is likely the best one in the small camera division."
"You can get sony Rx100 or panasonic M43 for under $500"
"How about Sony ZV-1F"
"Recommend RX100 VII for animal eye AF."
"Sony Rx100 vii has 24mm-200mm lens that u might need for your daily life."
"My go to compact is the Sony RX100 V."
"Rx100vii is the best thing that happened to me."
"The Sony RX100 VI or the Lumix ZS100."
"The closest thing to the camera you’re imagining is something like the Sony RX100VII."
#2
Ricoh
4.6
(28)
"I can recommend you all the models of Ricoh GR, depend on what you can find in good condition."
"An Olympus Pen or a Ricoh GR III"
"Street photographer mainstays will be an option such as a Ricoh GR."
"Really nothing else can touch it when considering the size."
"The GR, no question, if you aren't going to miss the zoom it's a much better camera."
"I use a Ricoh GR II and couldn’t be happier."
"Ricoh GR3 all day."
"Highly recommend the Ricoh GR2 or even a GRD1 if you really wanna shrink that budget"
"If you want too compactness something like a Ricoh GR or Sony RX100."
"Maybe the Ricoh GR III/X fits your bill? It fits in my jeans pockets."
#3
Canon
4.3
(27)
"Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II"
"Honestly just get a Canon Sureshot. There really isn't a bad model."
"I have a canon sx740 and love it! I’ve had it for like 3 years and it’s just the bomb."
"I use my Canon G7x mark II for photos 99% of the time. It's fantastic."
"I ended up purchasing a Canon R50. Super happy with it."
"I LOVE my canon g9x (the G7x is super popular too)"
"A Canon g7x would be a good option."
"Take a look at the Canon G5x MkII."
"I love my Canon G7X II for exactly that case."
"The mark 2 and 3 version of the g7x will be great for videos or photos."
#4
Fujifilm
4.4
(18)
"Fuji X100 series should fit your needs."
"HUGE fan of the film simulations and overall picture quality."
"Fujifilm x10 Very compact but super capable camera. About the size of a deck of cards."
"X-S10 is a fantastic choice."
"Currently there is a frenzy about Fujifilm X100VI."
"I have a Fuji XF10 and it lives in my jeans pocket."
"I have the Fujifilm x100. I'm traveling with it right now. This things take great photos."
"I think the Fujifilm Finepix 660 EXR is pretty fun -- has nice Fujifilm colors."
"Fuji xf10, but you should stretch your budget for the ricoh GR iii"
"Fujifilm x10 - Very compact but super capable camera. About the size of a deck of cards."
#5
Panasonic
3.9
(16)
"Im using the Lumix GX9, full frame fanatics will shit talk it because it's m43 but it produces really nice pictures."
"Panasonic Lumix has their own version of it, the LX line."
"I would consider the Lumix DMC-ZS100/TZ101 20.1MP camera with 1" sensor."
"Panasonic LUMIX ZS-100…fits in pocket, works pretty well in concert situations."
"The Lumix ZS200D is worth considering."
"I can highly recommend the Panasonic G85 or GX85 with the 14-140mm OIS II lens."
"A more affordable price, the Lumix LX100."
"Panasonic gx9 with olympus 40-150mm f2.8 pro. For getting the pictures my smartphone cant reach."
"The Panasonic Lumix G85 or G95 with 12-60mm kit lens are weather sealed."
"Maybe a LUMIX lx100 I haven’t tried it myself but it’s got a zoom of 24-70 and 2.8"
#6
Olympus
4.5
(13)
"Olympus TG-6."
"Look at the Olympus XA series, probably your best bet. An XA2 is usually the best choice for quality to dollar value."
"Id reccomend an olympus xa, idk if its out of your budget, but its the best you can buy for that price."
"Olympus XA."
"Compact point & shoot with a great lens and minimal mechanical/electrical issues to worry about."
"OM* / Olympus TG-6 (I think they're TG-7 now but they look the same) If I can't break/flood it, it'll probably last you forever."
"Olympus tg6 is a compelling choice."
"I'm using the Olympus MJU Ii 35mm"
"Get a used Olympus E-M10, the Mark II or Iii, if you can afford it."
"Olympus E-M10 series camera with a Panasonic 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens."
#7
Nikon
4.0
(7)
"I recently picked up a Nikon Lite Touch zoom which is a lovely size too!"
"Nikon L35"
"Nikon 1 J5 with 18.5mm - used -about $375"
"There are point and shoot, non interchangeable lens 'superzoom' cameras like the Nikon p900 that might work."
"Nikon Coolpix A but it’s 28mm."
"The Nikon P900 perhaps."
"Interchangeable lenses. Sure, issues. But they often can be found pretty cheap."
#8
Apple
5.0
(4)
"The iPhone takes much better pictures and is with me everywhere."
"You need to about double your budget."
"I would recommend sticking with your iPhone."
"Today? An iPhone 14 or 15... gives you better than ANYTHING below a full size reflex camera."
#9
Leica
4.3
(4)
"I had a D-Lux 4 that was very compact and was wonderful for street photography."
"Leica IIIg"
"Leica D-lux series."
"You might want to look at picking up used Leica x2."
#10
Yashica
4.7
(3)
"I own this yashica and it’s such a joy to use!"
"Adding the Yashica 35MC if you want something very smol."
"Yashica Electro 35 GX is another one that runs fine with current batteries (as far as voltage goes). 1.7/40mm lens"
#11
Pentax
4.3
(3)
"I have a Pentax Espio 738G that I love."
"The Espio 928 and the 115g are both good zoom choices."
"Pentax PC 35 AF, technically not a range finder, it's an autofocus camera, but it takes AAA cells and has a magnificent 35mm f/2.8 lens."
#12
Micro Four Thirds
4.0
(2)
"For hiking cameras you want something small and rugged."
"And have you considered a smaller ICL camera like micro 4/3."
#13
DJI
5.0
(1)
"Dji pocket 3"
#14
Konica
4.0
(1)
"Konica C35 Automatic"
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