The Best Digital Point & Shoot Cameras under $1300
Nikon COOLPIX P1000
★ Top Choice
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From $996.95
Features
- ISO Sensitivity ISO 100 1600, ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M or Movie manual mode). The lowest ISO sensitivity in Movie manual mode is ISO 125.
- VIEWFINDER: Electronic viewfinder, 1 centimeter (0.39 inches) approx. 2359k dot equivalent OLED with the diopter adjustment function (-3 to +3 m-1). MONITOR: 3.2 inches diagonal, Vari Angle TFT LCD with Anti reflection coating 5 level brightness adjustment.
- Raw (nrw), time lapse and Super lapse shooting Plus great creative modes.
- Full manual controls along with easy auto shooting.
- 3000 millimeter optical zoom-the most powerful zoom lens Ever put on a Nikon Coolpix camera.
- Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution: Up to 7 Shots at Approx. 7 Frames per Second.
- Rock steady dual detect image stabilization and great low light capability. VIBRATION REDUCTION: Lens shift VR (still pictures) / Lens shift and Electronic VR (movies).
- Shutter Speed: 1/4000 1 sec, 1/4000 30 sec. (when ISO sensitivity is 100 in M mode) At wide angle position, with largest f number setting (smallest aperture). Bulb and Time setting (can be set when ISO sensitivity is 100 in M mode): Up to 60 seconds. 1/8000 1/30 sec. (when recording movies).
- 4K Ultra HD video with HDMI out, stereo sound and an accessory Hot Shoe.
- FOCUS RANGE: [W]: Approx. 1 feet (30 centimeter) to infinity, [T]: Approx. 23 feet (7.0 meter) to infinity, Macro close up mode: Approx. 0.4 inches (1 centimeter) (wide angle position), Approx. 23 feet (7.0 meter) (telephoto position) (All distances measured from center of front surface of lens).
Pros
- ⊕ EVF.
- ⊕ 4K video.
- ⊕ 7fps burst.
- ⊕ Raw support.
- ⊕ Vari-angle LCD.
Cons
- ⊖ Bulky.
- ⊖ Pricey.
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ No weather protection.
- ⊖ Unimpressive battery life.
Specs
- Weight: 3.12 lbs.
- Aperture range: 2.8 to 8.
- Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.8 x 4.7 in.
- Sensor: 1/2.3 inches, 16MP.
- Connectivity options: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1.
- Screen: 3.2 inches, 921k dots.
- Recording Quality: 2840 x 2160 (4K UHD): 30fps.
- Zoom range: 125x, 24-3,000mm (35mm equivalent).
- Ports: USB, HDMI micro-connector (type D).
- Viewfinder: Electronic Viewfinder, 2.36-million-dot OLED.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ2500
♥ Runner Up
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From $997.99
Features
- 4K Ultra HD video recording plus exclusive LUMIX 4K PHOTO and 4K Post Focus and internal Focus Stacking modes.Operating humidity:10%RH to 80％RH.
- “CINELIKE D” and “CINELIKE V” for cinema-like gradation, time code, live HDMI output (4:2:2/8 bit or 4:2:2/10 bit), and lens ND filter controls.
- Optional V-Log L upgradability for purchase, and an out of the box unlimited recording duration..Weight:Approx. 915g / 2.02 lb (Body only).
- The ideal hybrid camera choice for the advanced 4K video enthusiast and photography enthusiast alike.
- Large 1-inch 20.1 Megapixel sensor and bright 20X LEICA VARIO-ELMART F2.8-4.5 lens.
Pros
- ⊕ 1-inch sensor.
- ⊕ Super-fast AF.
- ⊕ Ample buffer.
- ⊕ Quick autofocus.
- ⊕ Solid ergonomics.
Cons
- ⊖ Pricey.
- ⊖ No weather-sealing.
- ⊖ Comparatively large.
- ⊖ Disappointing lens.
- ⊖ Omits weather sealing.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Viewfinder: EVF.
- Maximum continuous shooting rate: 12fps.
- Sensor: 1-inch CMOS, 20.1MP.
- Lens: 24-480mm, f/2.8-4.5.
- User level: Intermediate/expert.
- Monitor: 3.0-inch articulating display, 1,040,000 dots.
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Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VI
Best Compact
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From $1198
Features
- In-the-box: Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1, AC Adaptor, Micro USB cable, Wrist Strap, Strap Adapter.
- Battery life:Up to 330 shots / 165 minutes.
- 24-200mm F2.8-F4.5 ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T lens.
- viewfinder type: electronic viewfinder.
- image stabilization: Optical.
- World's fastest (0.03 sec) hybrid AF system (contrast + phase).
Pros
- ⊕ Built-in EVF.
- ⊕ Tilting LCD.
- ⊕ 8x zoom lens.
- ⊕ 20MP resolution.
- ⊕ Large pop-up EVF.
Cons
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ Handling issues.
- ⊖ Dense menu system.
- ⊖ Limited touch functions.
- ⊖ The tech makes it expensive.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Viewfinder: EVF.
- Continuous shooting: 24fps.
- Sensor: 1-inch, 20.1MP.
- Lens: 24-200mm, f/2.8-4.5.
- User level: Intermediate/expert.
- Monitor: 3.0-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 921,000 dots.
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Sony RX100 VII
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From $1298
Features
- Ai based real time tracking for stills and movies, and touch tracking. Real time eye AF for human (stills and movies), and for animal (stills only).
- 20. 1MP 1. 0 Type stacked CMOS sensor, Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* 24 200 millimeter F2. 8 F4. 5 large aperture high magnification zoom lens.
- Up to 20 fps blackout free shooting, using up to 60 times/sec. Af/AE calculations.
- 4K video with s log3 and Interval Shooting. Microphone jack and vertical position data recording. Active mode image stabilization in 4K video recording, and Movie Edit add on compatible.
- 0. 02 sec. High AF speed, 357 point focal plane Phase detection AF and 425 point contrast detection AF.
Pros
- ⊕ Lovely videos.
- ⊕ High-quality EVF.
- ⊕ Sterling autofocus system.
- ⊕ Blistering performance and AF.
Cons
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ Very expensive.
- ⊖ Handling not ideal.
- ⊖ Average battery life.
Specs
- Movies: 4K.
- Viewfinder: EVF.
- Continuous shooting: 20fps.
- Sensor: 1-inch, 20.1MP.
- Lens: 24-200mm, f/2.8-4.5.
- User level: Intermediate/expert.
- Monitor: 3.0-inch tilt-angle touchscreen, 921,000 dots.