Compact Camera reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 226 Reddit reviews across 15 subreddits and 85 posts to rank the best Compact Camera brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Cameras, r/AskPhotography, r/travel, r/fujix, r/canon. Top-rated brands include Sony (4.4/5), Ricoh (4.7/5), Canon (4.4/5).
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Reviews226
Subreddits15
Posts85
Brands14
Products96
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#1
Sony
4.4
(66)
"I bought the Sony RX100 VII. It is pricey. It is good. Even the 4k/30 video is good."
"The Sony RX100 line, The Panasonic TZ or LX 100 line, the Canon G3/G5/G1X line, etc etc"
"The sony RX100 lineup is very good. (1 inch sensor, RAW, very compact, ...)"
"Check out the Canon Sony RX100 series—and shop used from reputable retailers."
"SONY RX100 IV (or V, if you can find one at that price)."
"For most versatile, the Sony RX100 VII is probably the best, with its 24-200mm lens and still good image quality."
"Sony rx100"
"Sony RX100 III"
"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."
"Absolutely love the rx100 va, I think it's one of the best cameras of the previous decade."
#2
Ricoh
4.7
(42)
"Ricoh GRII is compact (pocketable), has flash, APSC sensor."
"The best choice might be a Ricoh GRIII. Very popular for street, very small, bigger sensor s"
"Oh yeah, the Ricoh GR III / GR IIIx looks awesome for a compact option!"
"The ricoh griii/griiix is a favorite of mine"
"For best image quality, the Ricoh GR III or GR IIIx is by far the best. It has a massive sensor for its size and an amazing lens."
"The Ricoh is easily the best, but has a learning curve... I'd recommend the Ricoh if you like photography for its own sake."
"My absolute favorite piece of technology. Amazing little camera! You won’t regret buying one."
"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."
#3
Canon
4.4
(33)
"The new Canon Powershot V1 and R50 "V" are great."
"The new Canon Powershot V1 and R50 "V" are great."
"Power shot V1"
"Get an R50 and learn to use picture styles for the influencer looks."
"R50 with a 28mm pancake would get you covered."
"My wife uses a Canon R50, its a small profile mirrorless that also does 4k video. In my opinion, a very good modern starter camera."
"G7X Mark III is what you’re looking for"
"The power shot v1 has unlimited 4k recording with active cooling."
"I carry my nine year old Canon G5X everyday."
"Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II"
#4
Panasonic
4.2
(26)
"TZ200/ZS200 is compact, 24-360mm (full frame equivalent) and has a 20MP 1" sensor."
"If you want a bigger sensor (M43) and it only has to fit in a coat pocket, then look at the Lumix LX100 ii."
"The Panasonic LX100 II is one of the best compact cameras out there. It has a bigger than most sensor among the compact cameras so it's got a decent low light performance."
"Look at the panasonic lumix travel zoom tz series. They are literally pocket sized with 8x to 30x zoom depending on model."
"Recommed LX100 II."
"Im using the Lumix GX9, full frame fanatics will shit talk it because it's m43 but it produces really nice pictures."
"Panasonic TZ200."
"Consider the Lumix ZS100. It has an EVF, 10x zoom, 4K video, a touch screen, and a lot of other features."
"I find my LX100 to be a joy to use, picked up for under 200usd, but it's a smidge too big for some pockets."
"If you prioritize compactness or wants to shoot 4K video, the TZ100."
#5
Fujifilm
4.5
(20)
"Well in that case the latest iteration of the Fuji X100 should be the obvious choice, especially if you're buying new only."
"If you really wanted to ball out you could get an X100VI, always wanted one of those."
"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."
"My choice would be the Fujifilm X10 or any of its successors. The X10 had a metal body, optical viewfinder, a mechanically operated zoom lens with large f/2.8-4 aperture."
#6
Olympus
4.5
(14)
"Olympus TG-6."
"An Olympus Pen or a Ricoh GR III"
"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."
"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."
"The only point and shoot I've used (that's still available now) is the Olympus TG-6, which was just over $600 CAD."
"Look into micro four thirds, specifically Olympus / OM Systems."
"Get a used Olympus E-M10, the Mark II or Iii, if you can afford it."
#7
Leica
4.6
(7)
"The Leica D-Lux 8 is a camera I truly love and recommend."
"One simple answer: the Leica D-Lux 8 is a camera I truly love and recommend."
"Or it's recently updated Leica counterpart, the D-Lux 8."
"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."
#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
Nikon
3.8
(5)
"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."
#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
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."
#12
Pentax
4.0
(2)
"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."
#13
DJI
5.0
(1)
"Dji pocket 3"
#14
Sigma
4.0
(1)
"Sigma DP2 Merrill."
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