10 Best Compact Zoom Camera of December 2025

• Powerful 40x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer and Zoom Framing Assist
• 4K Video and 4K Time-lapse Movie
• Built-in Wi-Fi* and Bluetooth** Technology
• 20.3 Megapixel*** CMOS Sensor
• DIGIC 8 Image Processor.Optical Viewfinder:Not available
• 3.0-inch Tilt-type (180° up) LCD
• High-speed Continuous Shooting at up to 7.4 fps (up to 10.0 fps with AF Lock)
• Feature Assistant

Canon

• 30x (24 720mm) LEICA DC Lens optical zoom performance is ideally suited for travel and everyday photography
• 18 Megapixel sensor delivers high resolution photos with fewer image artifacts
• 4K Ultra HD video recording plus exclusive LUMIX 4K PHOTO and 4K Post Focus photo capture features
• Eye level Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) and touch enabled LCD for a wider viewing experience. Focusing Area-Normal-Wide 50 cm- infinity/Tele 200 cm-infinity
• Lens mounted control ring brings DSLR like exposure control to a compact point and shoot camera body.Kindly refer the user manual before use.Wifi:IEEE 802.11b/g/n

Panasonic

• 30x Optical/60x Clear Image Zoom ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* Lens, 18.2MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor for superb low light images, Built-in retractable OLED Tru-Finder viewfinder
• Versatile video w/ high-quality XAVC S, AVCHD & MP4 formats, Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi w/NFC, 5-axis image stabilization greatly reduces camera shake blur
• Selfie-ready 3" Extra Fine LCD multi-angle display, P/A/S/M modes, customizable settings and Memory Recall mode, Enhance features w/ downloadable camera apps, Capture the decisive moments with up to 10fps or keep your subject in focus with Lock-on AF
• Focus Range Wide: 1.97" (5 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 8.20' (2.5 m) - Infinity.Adjustable Angle Up by approx. 180 degrees.F-number (Maximum Aperture) F3.5 (W) - 6.4 (T)
• In-The-Box: Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1; AC AdaptorAC-UUD12; Micro USB cable; Wrist Strap; Instruction Manual

Sony

• 12. 1 Megapixel sensor delivers high resolution photos with fewer image artifacts
• 30x (24mm) LEICA DC Lens optical zoom performance is ideally suited for travel and everyday photography
• Enhanced low light sensitivity for improved sharpness even without a flash
• Built-in eye viewfinder eliminates outdoor glare on sunny days
• Light Speed Auto Focus and 10fps High Speed Burst Shooting for perfectly focused images every time
• Digital Zoom: 4.0
• Max Focal Length: 129.0

Panasonic

• Powerful 25x Optical Zoom with Intelligent IS helps optimize image stabilization for virtually shake free images
• Built in Wi Fi* and NFC** allows for easy sharing and transferring of images and videos. Maximum f/number : f/3.2 f/6.6. Shutter Speed 1 1/2000 second 15 1/2000 second (in all shooting modes)
• 20.2 Megapixel*** CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4+ Image Processor helps deliver stunning image quality even in low light. Auto zoom dependent on number of subjects
• Capture spectacular 1080p Full HD video. Focusing Range : 1 centimeter (0.4 Inches) infinity (W), 1.0 meter (3.3feet) infinity (T)
• Large 3.0 inch (approximately 922,000 dots) LCD allows easy viewing even from a wide angle. Battery life: Approx. 295 shots, Eco Mode: Approx. 405 shots, Playback Mode: Approx. 360 minute Image Recording Format: Superfine / Fine
• Effective ISO 80 3200

Canon

• Point and Shoot Long Zoom Camera : 18.1 megapixel MOS sensor plus 60X zoom DC Vario lens (20 1220millimeter and Power O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) captures far off moments
• High Resolution View Finder & LCD Display: High resolution 1,170K dot view finder and rear touch enabled 3 inch LCD Display (1040 dots) are clear even in bright sunlight.Lens:14 elements in 12 groups
• 4K video Capture: 4K QFHD video recording (3840 x 2160) with three unique 4K ultra HD video pause and save 4K photo modes extracts individual high resolution Photos from 4K ultra HD video filmed at 30 frames per second to capture split second moments
• Low Light Performance : Low light capture lets you enjoy photography during your nightlife again with impressive results; Note : Refer to user manual PDF attached below in technical specification for trouble shooting steps are on page 54
• USB Charging and WiFi Connectivity: Enjoy Travel Ready technologies like USB charging and Wi Fi connectivity to your mobile device; HDMI D (Micro), Micro USB and USB 2.0 provide additional connectivity to Your favorite devices; Max resolution:4896 x 3672

Panasonic

• Lens-mounted control ring brings DSLR-like exposure control to a compact point-and-shoot camera body.
• WiFi mobile device connectivity via Panasonic Image App for photo sharing and controlling camera features remotely.
• USB Mobile Charging Friendly
• Eye-level Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) and touch-enabled LCD for a wider viewing experience.

Panasonic

• ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-720mm High Magnification Zoom and High Image Quality Lens
• Stunning 4K video with full pixel readout and no pixel binning
• Upgraded BIONZ X image processing engine and newly implemented front-end LSI ensure outstanding image quality
• Versatile operability and shooting functions including Eye AF, EVF, Control Ring, Touch Focus/Touch shutter, 180°Tiltable LCD and more

Sony

• 40x optical zoom with zoom framing assist
• 20.3 Megapixel
• CMOS sensor
• Digi 6 image processor
• Focusing Range - Auto 0.4 in. (1.0cm) - infinity (W), 6.6 ft. (2.0m) - infinity (T). Normal - 2.0 in. (5.0cm) - infinity (W), 6.6 ft. (2.0m) - infinity (T). Macro - 0.4 in. - 1.6 ft. (1.0-50.0cm) (W)

Canon

• Approximately 20.1 megapixels , Exmor CMOS Sensor, 28-100mm equivalent F/18-49 lens, ISO 125-6400 Expandable ISO 80, 100, and 25,600, 3-Inch LCD screen with 12M dots
• Operating temperature:Approx. 0°C to 40°C (32F° to 104F°).1080p video, Steady-Shot image stabilization,Rear control dial and customizable front control ring
• Burst Mode (shots)-Approx10 fps,(VGA) Moving Image Size -640x480 30fps Approx3Mbps. Flash range:ISO Auto: approximately 0.3 meter to 17.1 meter (W), approximately 0.55 meter to 6.3 meter (T)
• Bright F18 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 36x zoom, Full HD 1080/60p video with manual control and dual record, ,Ultra-slim, sophisticated aluminum body. Extensive features in a sleek camera
• Dimension: 1016 mm x 581 mm x 359 mm, Weight: 213g (75 oz). Exposure Compensation: +/- 3.0 EV, 1/3 EV step
• 20.2 MP Exmor"CMOS sensor - extreme low-light shots
• Bright F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 3.6x zoom
• Full HD 1080/60p video with manual control and dual record, 101.6 mm x 58.1 mm x 35.9 mm, 213g (7.5 oz.)
• 3-Inch Xtra Fine LCD display with bright whites & true blacks
• Ultra-slim, sophisticated aluminum body

Sony