Trends have revived the compact camera from near extinction – but how shortlived is the point-and-shoot craze? The buzz around premium point-and-shoots could have staying power, suggests data from a stock-market-ticker-like chart graphing the price of used cameras. According to retailer MPB’s Used Camera Gear Price Index, the price of used compact cameras is still up by about ten percent from three years ago. However, the price of used mirrorless cameras has dropped right alongside the older DSLRs.
MPB, which specializes in pre-owned photo and video gear, tracks the pricing trends for second-hand cameras, then charts the data in an interactive Used Camera Gear Price index – which feels a bit like a stock market ticker for photographers. The data shows that, at the start of 2025, the price of used premium compact cameras is still up by about 10% in the US compared to three years ago and up by more than 22% in the UK.
