Compact Cameras Bring Back Viewfinders as Rear Screens Lose to Sunlight

Panasonic's new Lumix L10 adds an electronic viewfinder to its 26.5-megapixel compact camera, reversing a decade-long shift toward rear-screen-only designs. Photographers have long favored eye-level viewfinders for steadier framing and better visibility in bright conditions, where rear screens wash out. Premium buyers are signaling they value usability over pure portability.