
Zoom-Ready Compact Cameras Lead Japan’s Best-Sellers, Outpacing Smartphones
Japanese retailer data for the first half of April 2026 shows compact cameras selling strong with a clear zoom theme: top models like Canon PowerShot SX740 HS offer long optical zoom in pocketable bodies, followed by other zoom-focused and vlog-friendly options (Sony ZV-1 II, Panasonic TZ99/TS99, Canon IXY 650/PowerShot 360 HS, Ricoh GR IV family, OM System TOUGH TG‑7). The trend highlights demand for real optical zoom and practical features in compact form, rather than purely smartphone-like portability.






