Here is the list of the best compact cameras available.

Compact Cameras

Compact cameras need not always mean point-and-shoot ones. In the last couple of years, a new category of micro four third mirrorless cameras have become really popular. This category caters to those who wants to have a compact camera in hand, without compromising on the SLR like settings and image results. While we have picked a few of the best ones, we are highlighting a few point and shoots too.

Canon Ixus 135

Canon Ixus 135

The Canon Ixus 135 is compact enough to slip inside your shirt pocket. Still it has an 8x optical zoom that keeps itself hidden. There is another 24x of digital zoom, but this is just a whole lot of noise. Given its size there are not many shooting modes available and you have to limit yourself to Auto and Program, good enough for entry level users. You can use the function button to chose many scene modes and tweaks. The results of the 16MP sensor are good. But don't expect it to shoot full HD videos.

Price: Rs 6,799

Panasonic Lumix DMC G6

Panasonic Lumix DMC G6

This micro four third camera has a robust feel with a 3 inch tilt table capacitive touch LCD. It packs in a 16 MP resolution and capture videos at 1080p at 60 frames per second. The camera comes loaded with Wi-Fi and NFC and one can use the Panasonic Image App to click pictures remotely using an iPhone. It supports ISO up to 25,600.

Price: Rs 59,990

Sony RX 100

Sony RX 100

This beauty was launched in late 2012 but is still one of the best compact cameras in the market. It hasn't witnessed a major price drop since its launch. It is a versatile compact camera which can do most of the things you can with a DSLR, even RAW images. It has a CMOS 20.2 MP sensor, 1/2000 to 30 sec shutter speed, up to ISO 25,600; Full HD 1080p (60fps), etc.

Price: Rs 33,900

Nikon CoolPix AW110

Nikon Cool Pix AW110

If you love going on adventures, the Nikon CoolPix AW110 is for you. Built like a tank, it is waterproof and shockproof. It is rugged and has features such as GPS, altimeter and compass. It features a 16MP CMOS sensor and has a 3 inch OLED screen. It can capture 1080p videos too. The images and videos captured underwater are superb.

Price: Rs 16,195

FujiFilm X-M1

FujiFilm X-M1

This mirrorless camera offers superb images. Low light, bright outdoors, dull indoor portraits, you name it and this camera can do capture everything without compromising on quality. The ISO level can go up to 25,600. The camera features a 16.3 MP resolution and has a 3 inch LCD.

Price: Rs 47,990