Compact cameras that are your perfect travel partner

Carrying a lightweight camera not just helps in easy portability, but also makes sure that you are able to capture all your beautiful travel moments. A traveler always likes to keep his baggage light and compact, and hence looks for a camera which perfectly fits the bill. But then, with so many options out there, it can be difficult to pick the best one for your use. We have got you covered, as here is a list of the

top compact cameras

to buy for travelers.



The model RX100 VII has got a one-inch sensor, which is offered by a 24-200mm (equivalent) lens and is best-suited for everyday scenarios. A retractable viewfinder and tilting screen makes it top the appealing specs list. Its autofocus system is way ahead of what other digital cameras in the market are offering. It is capable of tracking moving subjects with excellent skill and cleverly switches into out of face- and eye-detection as necessary.


This camera houses 24-megapixel APS-C sensor in its slim body. This is matched up to a zoom lens that's even more amazing, because it covers a 24-72 equivalent focal range and can still retract into the camera body when you're not taking pictures. It's true that the maximum aperture does drop off considerably as you zoom in, from f/2.8 right down to f/5.6, but you get this with compact DSLR and mirrorless kit lenses anyway. The quality that made it too irresistible for us is premium zoom feature that stands out among the compact cameras.

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The Fujifilm X100F is a perfect combination of the brand’s legendary imaging know-how, the unique f/2 23mm (35mm equivalent) lens and the 24MP X-Trans sensor that deliver rich, contrasty images with impressive skin-tones. The X100F is a compact camera and is superb for capturing street life and travel images, which really make you think about what you’re photographing before indiscriminately hitting the shutter release.


Under its hood, it has a 17MP Four Thirds sensor – the same size as those found inside Panasonic's G-series mirrorless cameras – with a zoom lens equivalent to 24-75mm in 35mm terms, proving that sometimes you can get quality and flexibility at once. The original LX100 was something of a landmark camera for offering something similar, and this latest iteration takes the baton, with its robust body, clear 4K videos and a electronic viewfinder among its highlights.


This is a beautiful-sized APS-C compact, ideal for carrying around in the pocket, and for discrete street photography. The 24 MP APS-C sensor features IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization) and dual type autofocus are something to look out for. This tiny photography device has achieved a beautiful balance between pocket-ability and easy one-handed operation.