Top five cameras that rule 2021

In the world of photography, bigger is not always better. With the emergence of mirrorless cameras and its potential success, the technology for compact cameras is set to only get better in the coming years. For individuals looking for compact cameras to practice photography with this year, Nashville, TN-based photographer Alan Bohms shares his five picks for the job.

The Fujifilm X100V is the best the brand can provide for this line of compact cameras. This incredibly functional and stylish camera from Fujifilm packs a punch with a large 26.1MP APS-C format image sensor, a continuous shooting speed of 11fps, 4K max video resolution, and 3.0-inch, two-way tilting 1040k screen. Travelers are sure to love the Olympus Stylus Tough TG-6 for its waterproof feature. With 12.0MP, 3,0-inch screen, 20fps continuous shooting speed, 4K max video resolution, and 25-100mm f/2-4.9, the Stylus Tough TG-6 is the perfect compact camera for all kinds of trips.

Prime lens lovers will be head over heels for the Fujifilm XF10. While its body is larger than most in the group, the XF10 shoots incredible still and portraits with its 28mm f/2.8 lens and continuous shooting speed of 6fps. The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has fantastic zoom for its size. It’s a sure win with 20.3MP, 24-960mm f/3.3-6.9 lens, 10fps continuous shooting, 4K video shooting, and 3.0-inch, 922k tilt screen.

Alan Bohms considers the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ200 the best compact for travelers who love to zoom into their subjects. Small and slim in figure, it has a 15x optical zoom.