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Compacts

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FstoppersReviews4 Affordable Compact Cameras, From a Used Sony ZV-E10 to the Lumix L10 Every small camera between $500 and $1,500 gives something up, whether that's stabilization, battery life, a viewfinder, or a mechanical shutter, and the Sony ZV-E10, Fujifilm X-M5, Lumix S9, and…

11.06

Leica RumorsRumoursDxO released modules for some old Leica C-Lux/V-Lux compact cameras DxO released 472 additional modules , including modules for some old Leica compact cameras: Leica C-Lux Typ 1546 Leica V-Lux 5 Leica V-Lux Typ 114 The full list of newly added modules is available…

11.04

Canon RumorsRumoursHow to Choose a Compact Camera for Wildlife Photography in 2026 Wildlife photography often requires patience, quick reactions and the ability to photograph animals from a distance.

10.30

New Atlas PhotographyTechRetro point-and-shoot camera processes your photos in 24 hours Photography gear startup Flashback has an interesting new model on the way that aims to give you the fuss-free experience of disposable cameras from decades ago, along with the convenience of a…

10.28

Ricoh Imaging JapanJapan「RICOH GR IIIx 」バージョン1.70を公開しました。

10.21
Ricoh Imaging News

Ricoh Imaging NewsMakersRICOH GR IV 30th Anniversary Edition Kit:Limited-edition special model commemorating the 30th anniversary of the RICOH GR Series RICOH GR IV 30th Anniversary Edition Kit:Limited-edition special model commemorating the 30th anniversary of the RICOH GR Series

10.13
Ricoh Imaging News

Ricoh Imaging NewsMakersCurrently under development: the RICOH GR IVx TOKYO, August 27, 2026 -- RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. is pleased to announce the development of the RICOH GR IVx, the latest model in the GR Series of high-end digital compact cameras.

10.13

SonyAlpha.blogRumoursZhiyun Molus X100 RGB The Zhiyun Molus X100 RGB is a compact, powerful 100W portable RGB light offering professional color accuracy and various mounting options.

09.21

Canon Camera GeekReviewsSep 18, NEED HELP WITH CANON POWERSHOT SX740 It's only been almost a year since I have bought this camera, and suddenly the camera froze and went while it was still on, and the lens is still in place.

09.18

YASHICAMakersChoosing the Right YASHICA Compact Camera for you: DigiPix, DigiMate, EasySnap & Tank Choosing a compact camera today is less about specifications and more about how you want to capture your life.

06.13

Photo ThinkingCinemaPentax PC35AF – Shoulder Padded The Pentax PC35AF, a 1982 autofocus compact camera, blends manual controls with effortless operation, offering great quality and affordability.

06.12

Gizmochina cameraChinaCanon PowerShot Turns 30: Limited Edition G7 X Mark III Camera Announced Canon has announced that 2026 marks 30 years of its PowerShot compact digital camera lineup. To commemorate the occasion, the company will release a limited-edition version of the PowerShot G7 X Mark…

03.19

Camera EggReviewsSigma 16-300mm for Nikon Z: A Travel Zoom Guide for Z50 II Owners Sigma scheduled the 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary for Nikon Z for release on November 5, 2026 .

11.04

DroneXLDronesiFootage Shark Slider Pico Pro Drives My DJI Pocket Camera's Moves Take a look at the two shots that open my video. One is stationary: a nice shot, some out-of-focus areas, some good depth.

11.04

FstoppersReviewsWhy a Sub-$100 Godox Is the Most Versatile Flash in a Wedding Photographer's Bag Rangefinders like Leica's M bodies and compacts like Fujifilm's X100 line have pulled a lot of people back toward on-camera flash, and finding a speedlight that fits those small bodies without…

11.04

The PhoblographerReviewsThe Ricoh GR III Is Seven Years Old. Is It Still the Best Pocket Camera in 2026? The Ricoh GR III featured some great things: nice colors, small size, zone focusing, and nice lens. But it also has its own cons: a lack of weather sealing, no flash, and the menus were confusing.

11.03

The PhoblographerReviewsThe Best Film Point and Shoot Camera Ever Made I know that this may sound like a sensation title, but I really do mean it. The Fujifilm Natura S is the single best film point and shoot camera that was ever made.

11.03

Photo Trend (FR)FranceYashica Y16 Pocket Camera : l’appareil espion de 1959 renaît en compact numérique Yashica a annoncé récemment le Y16 Pocket Camera, un petit compact numérique inspiré d’un appareil subminiature de 1959.

11.03

MacfilosReviewsVintage Digital Cameras: The point-and-shoot revival Noughties digital compacts and classic film cameras are selling for surprising sums, driven by young buyers tired of smartphone perfection.

11.03

DPReviewReviewsRicoh GR Space coming to New York this winter The company’s latest social and gallery space is coming to the U.S., soon. DPReview Ricoh Americas has announced that it will open a GR Space in New York City: the first in North America.

11.02

Pentax RumorsRumoursFinally: six different Ricoh GR models are currently in stock in Canada (incl. the GR IV Anniversary Edition) After months of being unavailable, six different Ricoh GR camera models are currently in stock at Camera Canada (incl.

10.31

MacfilosReviewsCIPA August 2026: Compacts surge as full frame slumps CIPA's August figures show camera shipments down 3.2% this year as their value rises 3.7%. We look at the full-frame slump, the compact boom, rising prices and the outlook for 2026.

10.27

Canon Japan newsroom (camera & lens)Japanカメラ4機種向け無償ファームウエアを公開 「EOS R1」「EOS R5 Mark II」「EOS R50 V」「PowerShot V1」対応アップデート キヤノンは、フルサイズミラーレスカメラ「EOS R1」(2024年11月発売)、「EOS R5 Mark II」(2024年8月発売)と、動画性能を重視した「EOS R50 V」(2025年5月発売)、「PowerShot V1」(2025年4月発売)の無償ファームウエアを2026年5月13日に公開します。

10.25

Pentax RumorsRumoursFInally: six different Ricoh GR camera models are currently in stock in the US After months of being unavailable , six different Ricoh GR camera models are currently in stock at B&H Photo : Ricoh GR IV Ricoh GR IV Monochrome Ricoh GR IV 30th Anniversary Edition Kit Ricoh GR…

10.21