Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for camera optical zoom.
When you need to get closer to your subject without physically moving—whether it's a bird in a tree or the stage at a concert—optical zoom is the way to go. It uses the lens itself rather than cropping the image in software, so you don't lose any detail. If you're going to be shooting from a distance, the optical zoom is your best friend.
Minolta - ProShot MN67Z 20.0 Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Model: MN67Z-BKSKU: 6548158Top comment"Great camera. I love the zoom. It takes great pictures and the price is affordable....This is a good camera for for recording sports the zoom is great you’re far out....Great Camera"
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Minolta's MN67Z Bridge Camera features a long-reaching 67x optical zoom along with versatile recording capabilities in a small and compact body. Its 20.68MP BSI CMOS sensor enables high-resolution stills shooting and 1080P FHD video recording with low noise and sensitivity from ISO 100-3200 as well as SD 640x480p video in high-speed 120 fps. The expansive zoom covers a 23.4-1568mm equivalent focal length range for working with subjects both near and far and is complemented by a 4x digital zoom that sets the combined total at 268x magnification. Optical image stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, which can be paramount when shooting at extremely long focal lengths. The rear of the camera features an electronic viewfinder (EVF) with adjuatable diopter, 3.0" 920k-dot LCD monitor for easy review and composition of your images that’s fully articulated allowing you to compose selfies and vlogging videos with ease. Built-in Wi-Fi is available for image transfer and the included 16GB SD card ensures your pictures remain safely stored even without a wireless connection.Top comment"Great camera. I love the zoom. It takes great pictures and the price is affordable....This is a good camera for for recording sports the zoom is great you’re far out....Great Camera"
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Minolta's MN67Z Bridge Camera features a long-reaching 67x optical zoom along with versatile recording capabilities in a small and compact body. Its 20.68MP BSI CMOS sensor enables high-resolution stills shooting and 1080P FHD video recording with low noise and sensitivity from ISO 100-3200 as well as SD 640x480p video in high-speed 120 fps. The expansive zoom covers a 23.4-1568mm equivalent focal length range for working with subjects both near and far and is complemented by a 4x digital zoom that sets the combined total at 268x magnification. Optical image stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, which can be paramount when shooting at extremely long focal lengths. The rear of the camera features an electronic viewfinder (EVF) with adjuatable diopter, 3.0" 920k-dot LCD monitor for easy review and composition of your images that’s fully articulated allowing you to compose selfies and vlogging videos with ease. Built-in Wi-Fi is available for image transfer and the included 16GB SD card ensures your pictures remain safely stored even without a wireless connection.See all Point & Shoot CamerasMinolta - MN4K100Z 4K Video 28-Megapixel 10x Zoom Camcorder - Black
Model: MN4K100Z-BKSKU: 6549760Minolta - ProShot MN40Z 20.0 Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Model: MN40Z-BKSKU: 6573452Kodak - PIXPRO AZ528 Bridge Camera - Black
Model: AZ528BKSKU: 6540798Top comment"Ok camera...I bought this camera for my teenage child. Ultimately we are returning due to poor image quality and we are upgrading to a higher resolution camera....Great Camera...Love this camera takes great pics. Thinking about gifting it to my daughter"
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder with the KODAK PIXPRO AZ528 Astro Zoom Camera. Now better than ever, all the power and performance you could wish for is harnessed in this cutting-edge, mega zoom bridge camera. Amazing detail, plenty of features and 52X optical zoom that get you nice and close are just the beginning. Explore the power and freedom the AZ528 affords you first hand. KODAK PIXPRO - tell your story.Top comment"Ok camera...I bought this camera for my teenage child. Ultimately we are returning due to poor image quality and we are upgrading to a higher resolution camera....Great Camera...Love this camera takes great pics. Thinking about gifting it to my daughter"
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder with the KODAK PIXPRO AZ528 Astro Zoom Camera. Now better than ever, all the power and performance you could wish for is harnessed in this cutting-edge, mega zoom bridge camera. Amazing detail, plenty of features and 52X optical zoom that get you nice and close are just the beginning. Explore the power and freedom the AZ528 affords you first hand. KODAK PIXPRO - tell your story.See all Point & Shoot CamerasMinolta - ProShot MN53Z 16.0 Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Model: MN53Z-BKSKU: 6530062Top comment"Great Camera...Has a lot of features....most specially the 54X Optical Zoom. Feedback on this camera: - charging needs to be done with the camera - no info on how to order replacement/spare batteries - usb-c cover looks weak - small plastic holds the battery in place - 16 Megapixel max for pictures Other than those above...it does a great job of taking pictures. ...And there should be a way to have the flash on for every interior photo, instead of the auto flash feature. The zoom works well for longer distance shots. The battery can take several hundred shots before running out. "
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Minolta's MN53Z Bridge Camera features a long-reaching 53x optical zoom along with versatile recording capabilities in a small and compact body. Its 16.35MP BSI CMOS sensor enables high-resolution stills shooting and HD 1080p video recording with low noise and sensitivity from ISO 100-3200 as well as SD 640x480p video in high-speed 120 fps. The expansive zoom covers a 24-1256mm equivalent focal length range for working with subjects both near and far and is complemented by a 4x digital zoom that sets the combined total at 212x magnification. Optical image stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, which can be paramount when shooting at extremely long focal lengths. The rear of the camera features a 3.0" 460k-dot LCD monitor for easy review and composition of your images.Top comment"Great Camera...Has a lot of features....most specially the 54X Optical Zoom. Feedback on this camera: - charging needs to be done with the camera - no info on how to order replacement/spare batteries - usb-c cover looks weak - small plastic holds the battery in place - 16 Megapixel max for pictures Other than those above...it does a great job of taking pictures. ...And there should be a way to have the flash on for every interior photo, instead of the auto flash feature. The zoom works well for longer distance shots. The battery can take several hundred shots before running out. "
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Minolta's MN53Z Bridge Camera features a long-reaching 53x optical zoom along with versatile recording capabilities in a small and compact body. Its 16.35MP BSI CMOS sensor enables high-resolution stills shooting and HD 1080p video recording with low noise and sensitivity from ISO 100-3200 as well as SD 640x480p video in high-speed 120 fps. The expansive zoom covers a 24-1256mm equivalent focal length range for working with subjects both near and far and is complemented by a 4x digital zoom that sets the combined total at 212x magnification. Optical image stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, which can be paramount when shooting at extremely long focal lengths. The rear of the camera features a 3.0" 460k-dot LCD monitor for easy review and composition of your images.See all Point & Shoot CamerasVivitar - VES529 16mp Digital Camera - Black
Model: VES529-NOC-T29-4SKU: 6574120Panasonic - HC-V785K Full HD Video Camera Camcorder with 20X Optical Zoom - Black
Model: HC-V785KSKU: 6511404Top comment"This camcorder always comes in handy. Optical zoom A1!...The optical zoom is nice and it performs well in low light settings."
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The V785 Full-HD Camcorder shoots bright, crisp images even in dim lighting, due to a 34% larger sensor (1/2.3-inch vs. standard 1/5.8-inch). To reduce hand shake, the AUTO O.I.S. Lock function automatically activates. Compact camera body includes 4-drive lens system and optical 20x zoom. Smooth slow motion video, multi manual dial settings, and a wind shield zoom microphone for high sound quality.Top comment"This camcorder always comes in handy. Optical zoom A1!...The optical zoom is nice and it performs well in low light settings."
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The V785 Full-HD Camcorder shoots bright, crisp images even in dim lighting, due to a 34% larger sensor (1/2.3-inch vs. standard 1/5.8-inch). To reduce hand shake, the AUTO O.I.S. Lock function automatically activates. Compact camera body includes 4-drive lens system and optical 20x zoom. Smooth slow motion video, multi manual dial settings, and a wind shield zoom microphone for high sound quality.See all Traditional CamcordersDJI - Osmo Pocket 3 3-Axis Stabilized 4K Handheld Camera with Rotatable Touchscreen - Gray
Model: CP.OS.00000301.01SKU: 6560933Top comment"Good camera...The use of the camera is learning curve for me and still is after 2 months and I wish the zoom would be optical since the gets grainy after you max it out....Great Travel Camera...Only downfall is i would like the zoom to have a further reach but most of all i am very pleased with the image quality and built in features this camera has. "
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Osmo Pocket 3 features a powerful 1-inch CMOS sensor that puts detail-rich imaging right in the palm of your hand. With a 2-inch rotatable touchscreen and full-pixel fast focusing, go horizontal or vertical for more precise awareness and control. 4K/120fps, three-axis mechanical stabilization, and a host of intelligent features make Pocket 3 ready for any moving moment.Top comment"Good camera...The use of the camera is learning curve for me and still is after 2 months and I wish the zoom would be optical since the gets grainy after you max it out....Great Travel Camera...Only downfall is i would like the zoom to have a further reach but most of all i am very pleased with the image quality and built in features this camera has. "
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Osmo Pocket 3 features a powerful 1-inch CMOS sensor that puts detail-rich imaging right in the palm of your hand. With a 2-inch rotatable touchscreen and full-pixel fast focusing, go horizontal or vertical for more precise awareness and control. 4K/120fps, three-axis mechanical stabilization, and a host of intelligent features make Pocket 3 ready for any moving moment.See all Action CamerasCanon - VIXIA HF G70 4K - Black
Model: 5734C002SKU: 6519984Top comment"Great Camera...Great camera easy to use great zoom and great video quality...Impressive zoom range and great for family videos and recording your kid’s sports."
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Bring out the filmmaker in you. Start your filmmaking journey in glorious 4K. The compact and lightweight VIXIA HF G70 offers high quality 4K UHD video, a Canon 20x optical zoom lens, advanced autofocus, Slow Motion recording in 5x Full HD, Fast Motion recording in 4K/Full HD up to 1200x and HD livestreaming with UVC1 via a USB-C connection to a PC or Mac.Top comment"Great Camera...Great camera easy to use great zoom and great video quality...Impressive zoom range and great for family videos and recording your kid’s sports."
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Bring out the filmmaker in you. Start your filmmaking journey in glorious 4K. The compact and lightweight VIXIA HF G70 offers high quality 4K UHD video, a Canon 20x optical zoom lens, advanced autofocus, Slow Motion recording in 5x Full HD, Fast Motion recording in 4K/Full HD up to 1200x and HD livestreaming with UVC1 via a USB-C connection to a PC or Mac.See all 4K CamcordersNikon - ACULON 12 x 50 Binoculars - Black
Model: 8249SKU: 6356380Top comment"Excellent opportunity to Zoom at vacation...Worth the price and even better the fact made by a great camera company like Nikon. The quality of the lenses are amazing."
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Get closer to the action during your outdoor exploits with these Nikon ACULON full-size binoculars. A lightweight ergonomic design ensures easy handling and comfortable all-day carrying, while the rubber coating withstands heavy use in all weather conditions for added durability. These Nikon ACULON full-size binoculars have an advanced optical system that delivers high-quality images in a variety of lighting conditions.Top comment"Excellent opportunity to Zoom at vacation...Worth the price and even better the fact made by a great camera company like Nikon. The quality of the lenses are amazing."
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Get closer to the action during your outdoor exploits with these Nikon ACULON full-size binoculars. A lightweight ergonomic design ensures easy handling and comfortable all-day carrying, while the rubber coating withstands heavy use in all weather conditions for added durability. These Nikon ACULON full-size binoculars have an advanced optical system that delivers high-quality images in a variety of lighting conditions.See all Binoculars