It’s official. Selfies have completely taken over the world. Smartphones are built for them and now cameras are too. Even our grandparents know how to work it for the gram’. Still, cameras are a whole lot more advanced than the average smartphone when it comes to photo taking. Trouble is, they’re not always easy to operate.
That’s where point-and-shoot cams come in. Once a staple of every family gathering and overseas vacation, these devices have undergone a revival in recent years, coming back from the dead with a medley of unique functions, like beauty modes and flip-able screens. And here are the best ones to help you up your selfie game like never before:
Casio EXILIM EX-TR80 in Pearl White
Casio is turning on the style with its latest limited edition cam, a gorgeous device that’s emblazoned with a unique “Pearl White” colourway. Packed with handy features like a 360° swivel, make-up mode, LED lighting, and a wide screen display, this exclusive shooter is the ultimate tool for getting those facial shots spot on. It also comes with a special clutch embedded with crystals from Swarovski, but do hurry if you want to score it: only 100 models are available in Singapore.
Casio EXILIM EX-TR80 in Pearl White, $1,299, available for pre-order from 30 August to 3 September at the Casio Booth at Comex.
Canon EOS M6 Mirrorless Digital Camera
Okay, so the Canon EOS M6 isn’t a point-and-shoot, but it’s a photo-taking powerhouse, with an excellent autofocus system that operates at quick speeds. Its touch-sensitive LCD screen can be flipped all the way to the front, or downwards at a 45° angle, making it the ideal cam for framing selfies or for taking those flat-lay Instagram food shots. Plus, its range of connectivity options like Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth ensures you get your photos uploaded in a jiffy.
Canon EOS M6, $1,049, available via shop.canon.com.sg.
Sony RX100
In terms of compact cameras, it’s hard to go wrong with the Sony RX100. It’s not the best looking camera by any means, but if portability and a great performing device is all you care about, this gadget should be right up your alley. It has a flexible tilting screen, multiple focusing modes, creative filters, and most importantly, fantastic image quality. The only thing missing here is a dedicated beauty mode, although with its variety of features, that’s hardly needed at all.
Sony RX100, $1,399, available via www.sony.com.sg.
Fujifilm X70
Go big or go home. Well, at least that’s the idea behind the Fujifilm X70. It may be one of the pricier options out there, but this fixed-lens, pocket-friendly sharpshooter is a dynamic device with a pretty design, making it one of the best compact cameras to score. Of course, with any selfie-proficient camera, the X70 has an insane flip-able screen that allows you to frame your shots easily, although its image quality is to die for – think sharp, crisp photos that pack plenty of punch.
Fujifilm X70, $1,199, available via www.lazada.sg.
Panasonic TZ90
If a flood of beauty functions is what it takes to make you happy, then you’ll fall in love with the Panasonic TZ90. From a Buddy Shutter option that captures an image the moment you and a friend put your faces together, to a slimming mode, and even the ability to soften your skin, this is the perhaps the most selfie-focused cam in the world. Add to the mix 4K video recording, a flip-able screen, motion control, and massive zoom capabilities, and you’ve got one heck of a winner right here.
Panasonic TZ90, $649, available via www.harveynorman.com.sg.
Cover image:Casio Singapore.
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