By The plastic fantastic cameras of the 1990s represent a curious paradox in photography history. These point-and-shoots, once dismissed as disposable consumer goods, now command serious attention from collectors and working photographers alike. A Yashica T4 that sold for $50 at a garage sale in 2005 might fetch $600 today, while the Canon Sure Shot Supreme remains a practical choice for street photographers who want film’s aesthetic without manual focus hassles.
What makes these cameras special isn’t nostalgia alone. The 1990s marked the peak of film camera engineering before digital technology took over. Manufacturers …
