Best film and digital point-and-shoot cameras
Pocket-sized and powerful, point-and-shoot cameras are often referred to as handbag cameras. Perfect for the modern-day photography enthusiast who is constantly on the move, a point-and-shoot is far less bulky than your average DSLR or mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera.
The popularity of film cameras has skyrocketed in recent years, with even the most casual of photographers investing in easy-use 35mm point and shoots despite the extra costs associated with photo development. Even so, the digital point-and-shoot remains as sought-after as ever – perhaps due to social media blogging and vlogging and the consequential need for quick-upload digital cameras. Vintage options from the early 2000s are receiving rave reviews too. Durable and high-quality, they offer a bloomy, nostalgic film-like quality without the need to pay for expensive film cartridges and development.
Nevertheless, some photographers still prefer the tactile and nostalgic nature of film photography – yet also tend to shop for vintage, second-hand point-and-shoot cameras. Known for his laser-focused yet beautifully bloomy and nostalgic film portraits, Amsterdam-based photographer Tobias Ibelings has shared his top point-and-shoot tips.
What exactly is a point-and-shoot camera and what are the benefits of using one?
“A point-and-shoot camera is typically a small camera with a fixed lens that fits in your pocket and has very limited
