Compact cameras
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The point-and-shoot is back: Panasonic launches new Lumix out of the blue, with iPhone-trouncing 30x optical zoom
By Timothy Coleman published
The new Panasonic Lumix ZS99 / TZ99 point-and-shoot updates the ZS80 / TZ80 with USB-C charging and will go on sale in February 2025.

I used my vintage point-and-shoot for the first time in years – here’s how it compares to my Pixel phone
By Timothy Coleman published
Vintage point-and-shoot cameras are all the rage in 2024. So what are they actually like to use?

myFirst Camera 50 review: child-friendly introduction to photography, video, and social media
By Richard Sibley published
The myFirst Camera 50 is a simple camera for older children, with fun features including image editing and sharing.

Looking for a Fujifilm X100VI alternative? Its biggest rival could get a successor soon
By Timothy Coleman published
Rumors suggest a Ricoh GR IV digital compact, plus a surprise monochrome variation, are on their way.

Leica Q3 43 review: a stunning premium compact with a unique focal length
By Chris Rowlands published
Leica gives its stunning premium compact a fast, sharp 43mm prime lens with a uniquely natural perspective that’s perfect for portraits, street and travel photography.

Fujifilm could be making a quirky digital compact that shoots vertically like your phone – and it's a polarizing concept
By Timothy Coleman published
Further rumors emerge about Fujifilm's all-new camera tipped for 2025, with speculation centering on a digital compact with vertical sensor.

Ricoh GR IIIx HDF review: a street shooter with a dreamy diffusion filter
By Chris Rowlands published
The Pentax 17 is a half-frame compact film camera with plenty of charm and some neat design touches, if you can stomach the price.

This ‘game-changing’ AI camera for kids wants to keep your little ones safe, and creative
By Timothy Coleman published
myFirst Camera 50 features AI photo and editing tools, plus a dedicated app that parents have full control over, to create a handy looking camera for kids
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