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Kodak Pixpro C1
The "new" #1 compact camera in Japan has been popular for years – but the real point-and-shoot hero sits close behind at just US$99 with a retro look

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS The most popular compact cameras in Japan are years old – but Kodak's retro Pixpro series is ruling the chart and outselling newer releases

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Toy Story Kids Camera against a Pixar-esque sky cloud background, with the Toy Story logo
I NEED to buy this talking Toy Story compact camera for my daughter!

By James Artaius Published

NEWS To infinity focus… and beyond! This Woody and Buzz-themed compact camera arrives just in time for Toy Story 5 – but only in Japan

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Kodak Pixpro C1 camera placed on a windowsill, showcasing its stylish design and lens under natural light.
These best-selling compact cameras share a winning formula – and smartphone fatigue may explain their success in Japan

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

The latest sales figures reveal that Japan's most popular compact cameras are simple and surprisingly cheap, starting from US$99

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Kenko Vc Smart 14x30 Light binoculars handheld with a person looking through them
Kenko Vc Smart 14x30 Light review: image-stabilized binoculars without the weight

By Gavin Stoker Published

Review Are these high-quality yet relatively lightweight image-stabilized binoculars worth looking into for wobble-free viewing over extended periods?

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Three Kodak PixPro FZ55 compact camera in with a gold crown above the black camera against a gray backdrop
Japan's top compact camera right now – the champion is back with easy point-and-shoot operation for less than US$140

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Kodak's ultra-budget compacts claim all top three spots in Japan's latest best-seller ranking – Here's why these cameras dominate the market

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Sony ZV-1 II digital compact camera
Kodak's US$100 retro shooter vanishes from Japan's top 10 compact cameras. Now, this Sony takes No.1 for the first time in over two years

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Japan's latest sales data shows established compact camera favorites returning across the charts – and a debut that puts smartphone-style shooting in a pocketable camera

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Sony A7 V camera held in a person's hands
Japan's best-selling camera brands crowned: compact, mirrorless, DSLR, video, and action winners revealed

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS The BCN Award 2026 reveals Japan's top camera brands across every major category

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Three Kodak PixPro FZ55 compact camera in with a gold crown above the black camera against a gray backdrop
This is the most popular compact camera in Japan right now – again – and here's why it's still at the top of the charts

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Take a look at the latest sales numbers of Japan's compact camera market, from major electronics retailers and online stores

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Three Kodak PixPro FZ55 compact camera in with a gold crown above the black camera against a gray backdrop
Top 10 compact cameras in Japan right now – Why Kodak is dominating the charts in 2025

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS BCN's top-selling compact cameras for September are in. Let's dive into the numbers and put them in perspective

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Kenko PROSOFTON Clear PRO1D (W) Astro Filter
Kenko Prosofton Clear filter review: Can an image-blurring soft filter make stars sharper? I find out...

By Dan Mold Published

Review It might sound counter-intuitive, but Kenko's image-softening Prosofton Clear filter has been designed to make stars appear bigger, brighter and sharper in your astro photographs

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