Sony's pocket travel compact with 30x zoom, EVF, and 4K — the smallest RX100-like travel camera.
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 launched in 2018 as one of the most compact travel cameras with 30x zoom and a pop-up EVF. Despite its pocket size, it packs 24-720mm equivalent coverage, 4K video, and RAW shooting.
Uses an 18.2MP 1/2.3-inch Exmor R CMOS sensor. The image quality is typical of small-sensor compacts — acceptable in good light. 30x Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom with SteadyShot. 4K 30p video. 10fps burst. Touch AF.
Pop-up OLED EVF plus 3-inch tilting touchscreen. 24-720mm f/3.5-6.4 Zeiss zoom. WiFi, NFC, and Bluetooth. RAW shooting. 242g — incredibly compact. USB micro-B. Eye AF for portraits.
Available used at budget to mid-range prices. The EVF in this tiny body is impressive. The 1/2.3-inch sensor limits quality. The Panasonic TZ200 has a 1-inch sensor. For travellers wanting the smallest possible camera with EVF and extreme zoom.