Pocket-sized point-and-shoot cameras are having a moment — these are the best options

I tested nearly a dozen point-and-shoot cameras from Kodak, Fujifilm, Sony, Leica, and Ricoh to find the perfect balance of size and quality.

Pocketable point-and-shoot cameras are having a serious moment. New and old models are selling out, with most camera manufacturers struggling to keep up with demand. The Fujifilm X100VI, a very popular camera on social media, took me five months to receive after placing my pre-order. As a tech reporter (and a photography enthusiast), I test cameras year-round — I’ve tried over a dozen cameras to get. Below are some of the best point-and-shoot cameras, plus expert advice about what makes these cameras worthwhile. Want more from NBC Selected? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. The best point-and-shoot cameras in 2026 My top picks come from camera brands like Sony, Leica and Ricoh.

Some options on this list were sent to me by the brands for testing purposes for this story, others were not. I list key specifications I think you should know below each recommendation. If you find any of them confusing, you can learn more about the basics of photography, including terms like aperture, shutter speed and ISO, on sites like Adobe, MasterClass, Skillshare, and Expert Photography. Best overall This is one of the highest quality, most fully-featured compact cameras on the market. It is also one of the most coveted — I received mine five months after I placed my pre-order. It has the