Rankings
The Sony WX300 delivers a powerful 20× optical zoom and Wi-Fi in a pocket-sized body, making it a solid travel companion for daylight shooting. Its small sensor, however, hampers low-light capability and the camera is now discontinued.
The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS offers a massive 40× optical zoom, 4K video, and a tilting LCD in a lightweight travel-friendly package. While its sensor is small and battery life modest, the camera excels for casual shooters who need extreme reach and wireless connectivity.
The COOLPIX S6400 is an ultra-compact 16 MP point-and-shoot with a versatile 12× zoom and touchscreen controls. It delivers solid image quality in good light and fast 10 fps bursts, but suffers from a low-resolution screen, limited connectivity, and modest battery endurance.
The Kodak PIXPRO AZ405 WH is a compact point-and-shoot with a massive 40× optical zoom, 20.68 MP sensor, and AA-battery convenience, targeting casual shooters who need reach and simplicity.
The Coolpix S6000 is a compact 14.2 MP camera with a 7× optical zoom and 4-way VR stabilization. It offers quick operation and a lightweight metal body, but lacks RAW, manual controls, and modern connectivity, making it best suited for casual shooters.
The Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is a pocket-sized travel companion that delivers a solid 12× optical zoom, optical image stabilization and Full HD video. It excels in daylight and ease-of-use but struggles in low-light, lacks RAW, and its battery life is modest.
The Panasonic FZ80D bridge camera delivers a staggering 60× optical zoom, 4K video and a high-resolution EVF, aimed at travelers and casual shooters who need extreme reach in a budget-friendly package.
The Canon PowerShot A3400 IS is a beginner-friendly 16 MP compact with a 5× optical zoom, touch-screen LCD and optical image stabilization. It lacks modern connectivity and high-resolution video, making it best suited for casual daylight photography.
The Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is a 2009 compact with a 12 MP Super CCD EXR sensor, 5× optical zoom, dual image stabilization and film simulation modes, aimed at enthusiasts seeking good image quality in a pocketable body.
The Sony DSC-H400/B is a bridge camera with an extreme 63× zoom and optical stabilization, delivering solid stills but hampered by modest video, slow burst speed and lack of connectivity.
The Canon PowerShot SX30 IS is a bridge-style superzoom with a massive 35× optical zoom, optical IS and DSLR-like ergonomics, but its CCD sensor, limited video resolution and lack of modern connectivity feel dated.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 is a 2009 bridge-style camera offering a 20× optical superzoom, 9-MP sensor and 1080p video in a compact body, targeting enthusiasts who need long reach without a DSLR. Its strengths are the extensive zoom and fast burst, while drawbacks include a weak EVF, lack of modern connectivity and limited low-light performance.
The Sony DSC-W350 is a pocket-sized 14.1 MP point-and-shoot with a versatile 26-105 mm equivalent lens, optical stabilization and 720p video, aimed at beginners and travelers. Its tiny size and easy-to-use interface are offset by a weak flash, modest battery life and sluggish shooting speed.
| Attribute | | | | | | Canon SX30 IS | | Sony Cyber-shot HX1 | | | | | Nikon COOLPIX S6000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
21.1 MPbest | 18.1 MP | 20.68 MP | 20.3 MP | 20.1 MP | 14.1 MP | 18.2 MP | 9.1 MP | 16 MP | 16 MP | 12 MP | 14.1 MP | 14.2 MP | |
0.43 inches | 0.43 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.43 inches | 0.43 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.3 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.625 inchesbest | 0.305 inches | 0.435 inches | |
12 x | 60 x | 40 x | 40 x | 63 xbest | 35 x | 20 x | 20 x | 12 x | 5 x | 5 x | 4 x | 7 x | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.6 f | 2.8 f | 3 f | 3.3 f | 3.4 f | 2.7 fbest | 3.5 f | 2.8 f | 3.1 f | 2.8 f | 3.3 f | 2.7 fbest | 3.7 f |
3,200 ISO | 6,400 ISO | 3,200 ISO | 3,200 ISO | 3,200 ISO | 1,600 ISO | 12,800 ISObest | 3,200 ISO | 3,200 ISO | 1,600 ISO | 12,800 ISObest | 3,200 ISO | 3,200 ISO | |
1,080 p | 2,160 pbest | 1,080 p | 2,160 pbest | 720 p | 720 p | 1,080 p | 30 p | 1,080 p | 720 p | 480 p | 720 p | 720 p | |
7.2 fps | 10 fpsbest | — | 10 fpsbest | 0.71 fps | 3.6 fps | 10 fpsbest | 10 fpsbest | 10 fpsbest | 1 fps | 5 fps | — | 3 fps | |
180 shots | 330 shots | 300 shots | 265 shots | 300 shots | 400 shots | 500 shotsbest | 390 shots | 160 shots | 180 shots | 230 shots | 240 shots | 210 shots |
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| Attribute | | | | | | Canon SX30 IS | | Sony Cyber-shot HX1 | | | | | Nikon COOLPIX S6000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Image Quality(5) | |||||||||||||
Megapixels (MP) | 21.1 MP | 18.1 MP | 20.68 MP | 20.3 MP | 20.1 MP | 14.1 MP | 18.2 MP | 9.1 MP | 16.0 MP | 16.0 MP | 12 MP | 14.1 MP | 14.2 MP |
Sensor Size (inches) | 0.43 inches | 0.43 inches | 0.4348 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.43 inches | 0.43 inches | 1/2.3 inches | 0.300 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.435 inches | 0.625 inches | 0.305 inches | 0.435 inches |
Optical Zoom (x) | 12 x | 60 x | 40 x | 40 x | 63 x | 35 x | 20 x | 20 x | 12 x | 5 x | 5 x | 4 x | 7 x |
Maximum Aperture (f) | 3.6 f | 2.8 f | 3 f | 3.3 f | 3.4 f | 2.7 f | 3.5 f | 2.8 f | 3.1 f | 2.8 f | 3.3 f | 2.7 f | 3.7 f |
Maximum ISO (ISO) | 3200 ISO | 6400 ISO | 3200 ISO | 3200 ISO | 3200 ISO | 1600 ISO | 12800 ISO | 3200 ISO | 3200 ISO | 1600 ISO | 12800 ISO | 3200 ISO | 3200 ISO |
Video(2) | |||||||||||||
Video Resolution (p) | 1080 p | 2160 p | 1080 p | 2160 p | 720 p | 720 p | 1080 p | 30 p | 1080 p | 720 p | 480 p | 720 p | 720 p |
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 7.2 fps | 10 fps | — | 10 fps | 0.71 fps | 3.6 fps | 10 fps | 10 fps | 10 fps | 1.0 fps | 5 fps | — | 3 fps |
Battery & Power(1) | |||||||||||||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 180 shots | 330 shots | 300 shots | 265 shots | 300 shots | 400 shots | 500 shots | 390 shots | 160 shots | 180 shots | 230 shots | 240 shots | 210 shots |
Build & Design(1) | |||||||||||||
Weight (g) | 145.15 g | 640 g | 436 g | 275 g | 628 g | 601 g | 166 g | 453 g | 150 g | 141 g | 185 g | 117 g | 156 g |
Display(2) | |||||||||||||
Screen Size (in) | 3.0 in | 3.0 in | 3 in | 3.0 in | 2.95 in | 2.7 in | 3.0 in | 3.0 in | 3.0 in | 3.0 in | 3 in | 2.7 in | 2.7 in |
Screen Resolution (dots) | 461000 dots | 1840000 dots | 460000 dots | 922000 dots | 460800 dots | 230000 dots | 460800 dots | 230400 dots | 460000 dots | 230000 dots | 230000 dots | — | 230000 dots |
Connectivity(3) | |||||||||||||
Wi‑Fi | true | false | — | true | false | — | true | false | false | false | — | — | false |
Bluetooth | — | false | — | true | false | — | — | false | false | false | — | — | false |
USB Port Type | USB 2.0 | USB-C | Micro-B | — | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | Micro USB | Proprietary | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | — | USB 2.0 |
Features(1) | |||||||||||||
Autofocus System | — | Contrast Detection | Contrast-detection | — | — | TTL AF | Multi‑Point AF | Contrast | — | Autofocus | Hybrid | — | Contrast-detect |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the ELPH 360 HS for its impressive zoom, vibrant daylight images and convenient Wi-Fi/NFC, while criticizing its low-light noise, slow burst speed and lack of manual controls.
Everyday users love the powerful zoom and pocketable size, but complain about unreliable Wi-Fi pairing, noisy low-light shots and short battery life.
“Love the 12x zoom, fits in my pocket!”
“Wi-Fi keeps dropping, frustrating.”
“Battery dies after a day of shooting.”
Reviewers praise the impressive zoom and 4K video but criticize the small sensor, lack of modern connectivity and absence of external audio input.
Users love the zoom range and 4K video, yet miss Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and find the camera heavy when fully extended.
Professional reviewers highlight the AZ405's impressive 40× optical zoom and effective OIS as its main strengths, noting the convenience of AA batteries for on-the-go shooting, but criticize the camera's inconsistent video claims, the outdated Motion JPEG format, and the lack of contemporary features such as Wi-Fi, GPS, and 4K recording.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's powerful zoom, ease of use, and battery flexibility, often praising the panorama and detection modes, while common complaints focus on limited video quality, absence of a viewfinder, subpar low-light performance, and a cheap-feeling plastic body.
DPReview and TechRadar praise the SX740 HS for its 4K video and impressive zoom, but criticize the small sensor, 4K crop, and lack of viewfinder or advanced video features.
Users love the extreme zoom and sharp 4K video, but complain about low-light noise, limited battery life, and the absence of manual controls.
Reviewers praise the H400's unmatched zoom range and effective stabilization, yet criticize the absence of RAW, modest video, and slow burst performance.
Users appreciate the powerful zoom and easy-to-use modes, but often mention the missing Wi-Fi, limited video quality, and heavy body.
Professional reviewers praised the SX30 IS for its extraordinary zoom and stabilization, yet criticized its outdated CCD sensor, lack of RAW, modest 720p video and heavy build.
Professional reviewers praised the WX300 for its impressive zoom range, Wi-Fi functionality and compact size, but noted the tiny 1/2.3-type sensor hampers image quality in low-light and at high ISO settings.
Historical users appreciated the portability and zoom, while many expressed disappointment with noise and softness in dim environments.
Professional reviewers praised the HX1 for its DSLR-like controls, fast 10 fps burst and 20× zoom, but noted the sub-par EVF, lack of RAW and limited expandability.
Users appreciate the long zoom and burst capability for travel and wildlife, yet many criticize the poor EVF, lack of Wi-Fi and the proprietary memory-stick format.
Professional reviewers view the S6400 as a well-designed, feature-rich compact that excels in portability and zoom range, but criticize its low-resolution resistive screen, limited connectivity, and short battery life.
Everyday users like the camera's compact size, stylish look, and easy touchscreen operation, though they note the slippery body, unresponsive touch buttons, low-resolution screen, and frequent recharging.
Reviewers praised the A3400 IS for its attractive design, intuitive touch interface and solid image stabilization, but criticized the lack of manual controls, modest 720p video and low-resolution LCD.
Users rate the camera positively for value, touch screen and clear photos, while noting short battery life, missing accessories and the absence of a viewfinder.
Professional reviewers praised the F200EXR's innovative EXR sensor, noting its strong dynamic-range handling and low-light capability, as well as the useful film-simulation modes and solid build. However, they criticized the absence of HD video, RAW support, a slow burst rate, limited aperture control, and a cumbersome menu, which keep the camera from competing with higher-end compacts.
Everyday users praised the camera's dynamic range, low-light performance, wide-angle lens and dual image stabilization, while noting the lack of HD video, slow burst speed and limited manual controls as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers praise its portable design, versatile lens and effective stabilization, but criticize the sluggish shot-to-shot speed, limited manual controls and sub-par low-light capability.
Everyday users love its convenience and panorama mode, yet many are frustrated by the weak flash, short battery life and slow shooting cadence in low-light situations.
Professional reviewers commend the S6000 for its pocketable form factor, 7× zoom with a wide-angle start, and quick, responsive operation, while criticizing the lack of manual controls, RAW capability, Wi-Fi, and a viewfinder.
Everyday users love the camera's portability, easy-to-use automatic features, and versatile zoom, but note noisy images in low light, the slow lens aperture, and the absence of wireless connectivity and a viewfinder.
