The annual PMA camera hootenanny is well under way. And with it has come a string of amazing new snappers that we’re just desperate to have a play with. We’re not just talking regular compacts for shooting nightly booze-based shenanigans. We mean true game-changers that’ll leave you gasping.
But don’t just take our word for it. Dive in now and take a look at our pick of the 5 best peepers on show.
Sony Alpha compact concept
Why’s it a game-changer? Sony’s Micro Four Thirds battler
Not ready to be played with just yet, the Sony Alpha compact concept is a Micro Four Thirds rival which has all the makings of a truly revolutionary snapper. It features a slimmed down, compact-size body with fully detachable lenses to make it tick. Sony, however, says it can take DSLR quality snaps, meaning you can make like a pro without wandering around with a camera the weight of a lead balloon on your back.
Samsung TL500
Why’s it a game-changer? Retro style on a budget
Sammy clearly wants in on the shift towards retro looking cams. And with the Samsung TL500, it’s done just that. As well as that old-school frame, it crams in a super wide angle 24mm lens, an AMOLED screen you can swivel to peep your pals round corners and the like, as well as VGA video and RAW support.
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Pentax W90
Why’s it a game-changer? Rugged with new LED close-up tech
Rugged build is another nifty trend which is taking PMA by storm. Pentax itself isn’t at the show, but its slimmed down Pentax W90 is a real game-changer, make no mistake. This hardy snapper uses LED lights around the lens to make sure close ups looks sleek and sharp. It’ll also handle HD video and rock a 5x zoom.
Nikon Coolpix P100
Why’s it a game-changer? Extreme optical zoom
With a massive 26x optical zoom, the Nikon Coolpix P100 is just one of a number of new cameras that are upping the up-close ante. Zooms like this could soon be the norm, but for now, this effort is well worth stumping up for. It rocks some serious smarts alongside that lens, with 1080 video also thrown in for good measure. all for around £350.
Sigma SD15
Why’s it a game-changer? DSLR trendsetter
The Sigma SD15 has been kicking around for a couple of years. But now the posh peeper people say it’s definitely on its way. Rocking 14MP, it promises to deliver stunning HD video, RAW shooting for hardcore enthusiasts and a Foveon X3 sensor which Sigma says will deliver slick colours unlike any other camera.
