When it comes to travel and visit distant, beautiful places, you definitely think what are the best travel cameras you should take with you? I think you will choose something small, lightweight and easily portable camera. The quality of the image will be also considered important at the same time. So, what kind of cameras can comply with above requirements?
Yes! We are here to help you to select from 10 kinds of compact cameras in the evaluation. Their sensors cover from the “serious” full image to relatively more optional 4:3 system.
Here you will see three types of cameras;
- Camera with unchangeable lens
- Mirror-less Cameras
- Small SLR Cameras.
The latter two are the cameras with changeable lens. We have found the lens most suitable to take best images during travel and those lenses are the best match for travelling purposes. The matching lens includes not only prime lens, but also zoom lens. Of course, if you already have a certain type of camera, you may select the backup camera suitable for you.
The latter two are the cameras with changeable lens. We have found the lens most suitable to take best images during travel and those lenses are the best match for travelling purposes. The matching lens includes not only prime lens, but also zoom lens. Of course, if you already have a certain type of camera, you may select the best backup travel cameras suitable for you.
Contents Navigation
- Comparison Table For Best Travel Cameras 2019
- 1.Canon EOS 100D Digital SLR Camera (Canon smallest and lightest SLR Camera)
- 2.Canon Power Shot SX730 HS Digital Camera
- 3.Fujifilm X70 Digital Camera（The true pocket camera）
- 4.Fujifilm X-T10 Mirrorless Digital Camera(Best Travel Camera In 2019)
- 5.Nikon D3300 Digital SLR Camera (The most worthy entry-level SLR camera of Nikon)
- 6.Olympus OM-D E-M10 II Mirrorless Digital Camera
- 7.Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Digital Camera
- 8.Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 Digital Camera
- 9.Ricoh GR II Mirrorless Digital Camera
- 10.Sony Alpha 7R Mirrorless Digital Camera
- Buyer’s Guide
- Summary
Comparison Table For Best Travel Cameras 2019
| Name | Megapixels | Camera Type | Manual | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon EOS 100D Digital SLR Camera | 18 MP | Digital SLR Camera | PDF:46.20MB | Check Price |
| Canon Power Shot SX730 HS Digital Camera | 18 MP | Digital Camera | PDF:8.10MB | Check Price |
| Fujifilm X70 Digital Camera | 16.3 MP | Digital Camera | PDF:4.30MB | Check Price |
| Fujifilm X-T10 Mirrorless Digital Camera | 24.2 MP | Mirrorless Digital Camera | PDF:4.40MB | Check Price |
| Nikon D3300 Digital SLR Camera | 24.2 MP | Digital SLR Camera | PDF:19.03MB | Check Price |
| Olympus OM-D E-M10 II Mirrorless Digital Camera | 16.1 MP | Mirrorless Digital Camera | PDF:4.80MB | Check Price |
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Digital Camera | 12.8 MP | Digital Camera | PDF:7.00MB | Check Price |
| Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 Digital Camera | 20.1MP | Digital Camera | PDF:11.10MB | Check Price |
| Ricoh GR II Mirrorless Digital Camera | 16.2MP | Mirrorless Digital Camera | PDF:8.70MB | Check Price |
| Sony Alpha 7R Mirrorless Digital Camera | 36.4MP | Mirrorless Digital Camera | PDF:54.46MB | Check Price |
1.Canon EOS 100D Digital SLR Camera (Canon smallest and lightest SLR Camera)
This type of camera is the smallest SLR camera of Canon. It is a little smaller in size as compare to D3300. Despite of its certain feature, when compared with other SLR cameras, the camera is a litter bigger with its mirror box, even if compared with full image Sony a7R, there is no advantage in volume.
This type of camera was released three years ago earliest in the evaluation. In spite of this, it’s still features are quite a few characteristic functions contending against the other travel cameras in the review, including 18 Megapixel APS-C (Focal Length Multiplier 1.6) sensor, Digic5 image processor and Hvbird CMOS AF II automatic focusing system that can perform mixed-mode focusing and improve focusing performance for live view and video shooting including3″ high resolution back display. The rich scene modes are convenient for new users with the learning point of view.
The speed of face detection and auto focus is competitive. The configuration of crossing focusing points featuring only 9 points with 1 point at the center is slightly primary. The whole image quality is outstanding. The mode of automatic shooting is available and best suitable to capture the best scenes.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ small
√ lightweight |
⊗ Without WiFi function |
2.Canon Power Shot SX730 HS Digital Camera
This kind of travel camera is provided with strong optical zoom ability due to the adoption of a long and thin lens. The sensor size is 1/2.3 inches with effective 20.30 Megapixel. The 40× optical zoom is supported maximally with the configuration of 24-960mm zoom lens with the aperture range of f/3.3-6.9. The camera is equipped with 3 inches reversible display without an electronic viewfinder. The continuous shooting speed may reach 5.9FPS supporting 1080P video shooting. It provides two shooting mode for beginner and advanced users.
It is also worth mentioning that this pocket camera features compact appearance, convenient to use and handle. It is also convenient to use. The response speed of key is quite good. The most important aspect is that the focusing ability of the camera is considered the strongest one.
X70 features bright shooting effect is very suitable for streets and scenery shooting. The noise suppression is outstanding, but in the environment with weak light, the focusing system will act slowly.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ lightweight
√ support optical anti-vibration |
⊗ The reversible display without touch control |
3.Fujifilm X70 Digital Camera（The true pocket camera）
This lightweight and thin fixed-lens camera combines a number of advanced functions, of which, there are many functions similar to that of Fuji X-T10 mirror-less cameras. The same point includes 16.30 Megapixel X-Trans CMOS II image sensor and EXRII image processor, 77 points hybrid automatic focusing and 8fps continuous shooting speed. The highest speed of mechanical and electronic shutter reaches 1/4000 second and 1/32000 second separately.
Therefore, the difference lies in size. It is different from the large 18-55mm zoom lens paired with X-T10. X70 employs irreplaceable super-thin 18.5mm (equivalent to 28mm) f/2.8 prime lens. Operation of the travel camera is very intuitive with the presence of shutter speed and exposure compensation dial plate on the top as well as aperture ring on the lens. The 3″reversible touch screen further perfects the operation. It is regretful that the digital camera does not have viewfinder and anti-vibration function.
X70 features bright shooting effect is very suitable for streets and scenery shooting. The noise suppression is outstanding, but in the environment with weak light, the focusing system will act slowly.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ lightweight and portable
√ 180° tilting touch screen √ quick startup and focusing
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⊗ common experience of video shooting
⊗ slightly high price
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4.Fujifilm X-T10 Mirrorless Digital Camera(Best Travel Camera In 2019)
Fujifilm X-T10 is the travel camera with the most reasonable price among Fujifilm high-end mirror-less cameras. Compared with X70 of the same brand, the largest advantage of the camera lies in the changeable lens. The 18-55mm f/2.8-4 zoom lens attached to the package makes the camera stand out in the evaluation. The lens feature excellent hand feel, high quality of images and optical anti-vibration system. The design of independent aperture ring not only produces the strong feeling of ancient manner but also improves operability. In addition, rich XF lens group provides unlimited pairing to users.
It is very comfortable to hold this camera body. The handle is superior to X70 obviously. It will not make you feel discomfort when pairing with the heavy lens. The electronic viewfinder and shooting drive mode dial is not equipped with X70. The only aspect inferior to X70 is that the tilting screen does not support touch operation.
Based on the same image sensor and processor, the two cameras are also the same in image quality. X-T10 shows different focusing speeds due to the use of different lens. The focusing performance of the two cameras is very similar when using the lens kit.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ very good controllability
√ with the flashlight
|
⊗ The tilting screen does not support touch operation.
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5.Nikon D3300 Digital SLR Camera (The most worthy entry-level SLR camera of Nikon)
Nikon D3300 can be matched with two kinds of 18-55mm lens, including AF-S lens with use of an ultrasonic motor and AF-P lens with use of stepper motor. D3300 is a little bigger than 100D in volume. With the contraction function provided by the lens kit, there is the advantage for overall volume. D3300 features numerous supplementary functions for beginners with the learning point of view, but it also provides all-around operation and control. There is nothing to worry about if it is used as a backup camera.
The same as Canon 100D, D3300 defines its sensitivity scope as ISO 100-12800 (expanded to ISO 25600). The 24.2 Megapixel is far better than Canon 18 Megapixel. In addition, these two cameras are also holding pentamirror viewfinder. Luckily, the view rate of both cameras can reach 100%. The focusing system also has one crossing focusing point. The total focusing ability of Nikon camera is up to 11 point, so still it is two points advance than Canon cameras.
Nikon can provide excellent photo resolution, very thanks to 24.2 Megapixel low-pass sensors. The highest continuous shooting speed is five shots per second, which is superior in the performance of 4 pieces per second as compare to Canon. The image quality maintains the consistent bright-colored style of Canon.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ good image quality,
√ small and easy to be carried. |
⊗ the LCD cannot tilt.
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6.Olympus OM-D E-M10 II Mirrorless Digital Camera
The travel camera almost features the same product positioning with Fujifilm X-T10, and is the affordable products in high-end series and also adopts retro-styled design. It is coincident that E-E10 II is almost consistent with Fujifilm X-T10, whether it comes to the weight or volume. The largest difference is that two cameras adopt different image sensors. In spite of this, the pixels of two cameras are almost the same.
The smaller image sensor indicates that Olympus can use smaller kit lens of 14-42mm EZ. Important feature upgrading is made for E-M10 II is key characteristic compared with products of former generation (E-M10) by upgrading 3-axis anti-vibration to Olympus product quality of 5-axis anti-vibration system. In addition, the pixel of the electronic viewfinder is doubled, which improves the framing effect obviously.
Same as Fuji X-T10, E-M10 II also supports numerous lens groups. They are not only original lens, but the micro 4:3 lens of other manufacturers can also be used in the camera. The automatic focusing is quick and accurate.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ Compact body, lightweight
√ built-in 5-axis stabilization system √ quick response speed. |
⊗ Loud shutter sound
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7.Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Digital Camera
The camera adopts micro 4:3 specification image sensors and is provided with the zoom lens at the same time. The equivalent distance of 10.9-34mm zoom lens equipped with 24-75mm. The Leica mark lens is provided with optical anti-vibration function, manual focusing and aperture control ring.
Various operation and control configurations can be found on the top of the digital camera, such as shutter speed dial and exposure compensation dial. This travel camera is provided with the hot shoe and with a mini flashlight attached at the same time. The high resolution electronic viewfinder is located on the top of left side of the camera body. The framing experience is similar to the rangefinder camera. It is regretful that the 3″ display does not support touch control and tilting. It is also considerable thing to note that the camera supports to shoot 4K video.
The original 16 Megapixel sensor’s output is only 12 Megapixel maximum, it is due to the length-width ratio (16:9). Even so, the image quality of the camera is still remarkable. It is bright-colored and vivid with low sensitivity and clear and transparent with high sensitivity. The automatic focusing is accurate and quick.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ support 4K video shooting
√ built-in Wi-Fi and NFC facilitates wireless control and sharing. |
⊗ Not support tilting screen and touch control.
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8.Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 Digital Camera
This is the high-end travel camera from Panasonic. The sensor is 1 inch, larger than that of other pocket cameras. The 10 × optical zoom is supported with effective 20.1 Megapixel and equipped 25-250mm zoom lens. The aperture range is f/2.8-5.9. The body is equipped with 3″ display, electronic viewfinder with continuous speed reaching 10FPS. It supports 4K video shooting and is provided with two modes for beginners and advanced users.
As the high-end pocket cameras are emerging, more and more manufacturers launch digital pocket cameras with high power focusing ability. Panasonic will not left behind. The new pocket camera has the same size with that of former ZS / TZ series cameras, but ZS100 (the type in regions out of America is TZ100) employs sensors with large size. The effective pixel of the pocket camera is 2.4 times higher than that of ZS50 / TZ70, which is helpful for ZS100 to shoot image with higher quality.
Lumix ZS100 travel cameras are not provided with the strongest focusing ability, but equipped with electronic viewfinder, enabling the shooting objects to be seen more clearly in strong light outdoors. In addition to 4K video shooting, 4K photo Megapixel mode is available to capture 8 Megapixel instant photos.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ support 4K video shooting. | ⊗ without tilting display |
9.Ricoh GR II Mirrorless Digital Camera
Ricoh GR II optimizes image processing flow and adds Wi-Fi and NFC link function on the basis of GR. The image sensor is not upgraded and the lens is not changed, but still remains 18.3mm fixed lens (equivalent to 28mm) f/2.8. The lens is especially for shooting street photography. The maximum f/2.8 aperture has an advantage in creating the shallow depth of field and in the low light environment.
Ricoh keeps the consistent simple design for the camera. There is no rotating component on the top of the camera in addition to shooting mode dial. However, such design also has shortcomings, such as absence of the electronic viewfinder and no touch control on back display of the camera and not tilting. The menu setting is quite different from the previously appearance design concept. You will see the tedious and complex items. This is not easy for beginners.
However, the overall performance is not uncommon. During the process of actual use, we find that the automatic balancing system of the camera will make the image offset to purple red sometimes, whether you need it for indoors or outdoors, so this is somewhat confusing to comprehend.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ Wi-Fi and NFC function | ⊗not easy for beginners. |
10.Sony Alpha 7R Mirrorless Digital Camera
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ony A7R is a kind of silent frame camera. It still maintains small volume and light-weight. Pairing with lightweight Zeiss Sonnar 35mm f/2.8 lens, this set of the system is best for street shooting during travel. No doubt, the travel camera has noisy shutter components.
AR7 is also provided with the most pixels in the evaluation and reaches at stunning 36.4 Megapixel. Moreover, the design without low pass filter will make its resolution up to a higher level, but the price of such combination is 2 to 3 times higher as compare to some other travel cameras. . It is not affordable for users with the low budget. A7R II following A7R is provided with more excellent functions and characteristics. As the price is higher, it has not been selected for the evaluation.
The precision of the automatic focusing system is excellent, but the speed is not quick. The continuous shooting speed is 1.5 pieces per second under continuous focusing mode. Even so, the camera is ranked at the first place whether in detail depict ability and dynamic scope in the evaluation.
| Pros | Cons |
| √ tilting LCD facilitating multiple-angle shooting | ⊗noisy shutter |
Buyer’s Guide
If you have the intentions of going out whether for holiday or for travel, shooting and recording can be a real fun with these best travel cameras, although the shooting abilities of smart mobile phones are also improving day by day, but their zoom ability is very limited.
It is a wise decision to select a suitable camera for your travel. In considerations of the convenience during the travel, more and more people select light travel cameras. Well, the only purpose is to avoid excessive and heavy burden during the travel.
Therefore, the small cameras are becoming the first choice when it comes for travelling purposes. Portability and light weight features are also important, but the image quality and zooming functions also cannot be ignored.
So, having a better pixels quality, zooming and other functions are crucial for taking stunning images and better recordings. Moreover, in most the cases, the objects you want to shoot are far away from you, so these travel cameras with super zooming quality can be best options to go with for the most of the travel camera lovers..
The above 10 kinds of selected best travel cameras you are vary in prices, specifications and performance quality. We believe that there is one suitable for you whether for daily record and creation of photography.
Summary
Small volume, strong performance and simple operation: Fujifilm X-T10 is considered the best travel camera in the evaluation by means of quality and excellent performance. Fujifilm X70 also comes with the excellent performance, but the fixed zoom lens makes the degree of freedom reduced somewhat.
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS has quite good performance as a whole. It is regretful that the display is not provided with touch control.
Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 has the preferential appearance and features anti-vibration and electronic viewfinder, but it do not provided with tiling display, which reduces the important self-photographing function of the pocket camera.
Olympus OM-D E-M10II also exhibits quite good performance and has the similar design with X-T10, but it is slightly inferior in the form of color accuracy and performance of high sensitivity. No doubt, the price is appreciable.
The entry-level SLR cameras D3300 and EOS 100D of Nikon and Canon are more suitable for users who love SLR cameras or have SLR lens. Sony A7R will be their best choice. The outstanding performance will be achieved with reasonable price.
If there is no need to change the lens, users may select Panasonic LX100 with various functions or simply designed GR II according to their own needs.
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