A topsy-turvy world

Sporting one of the largest sensors in a compact camera, can this device dethrone smartphones from the vlog arena?

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₹39,999/canon.co.in

■ The camera’s natural position is vertical, which ensures excellent grip, aided by a matte-finished exterior, lightweight design and optimal thickness. But in this position, the sensor is horizontal. So for those who are accustomed to normal camera logic, this takes some time getting used to.

■ The 5.08mm touch display swivels 180° but doesn’t rotate, while a built-in stand that swivels both ways makes it easy to place it on any flat surface. However, this doesn’t allow vertical format for reels or shorts. For vertical framing, there’s a tripod thread.