Sony's Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 is designed for people who want a slim compact camera that can be carried effortlessly in a pocket or purse. It's capable of shooting 1080p video in addition to capturing still photos, and it does away with control buttons; ...

Reasonably good performance in dim light, captures Full HD video, great panorama mode

Noticeable lens distortion, chromatic aberration, can be awkward to hold, noticeable colour bleeding

Despite some comfort issues with its design, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 is a capable of capturing vibrant colours and deep blacks, and its high ISO performance is not too bad either. It will suit travellers who want a hybrid camera with which to take ...

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 is a compact digital camera which is packed to the brim with features and many intelligent functions. Going by the specs alone, we are impressed and let's quickly check out how it fares against the competition.

Captures decent images, 720p video recording

Delay when zooming, shaking hands can easily lead to blurred photos

The 1280x720p videos captured were also average. Details were just sufficient but videos we captured with the DSC-WX1 had more details. Low light clips also showed certain amount of noise and they could have been sharper. Overall, the Sony Cyber-shot ...

Ricoh's CX3 is a compact digital camera for users who want something largely automatic and comfortable to use. It's a light camera with a big, 10.7x optical zoom lens and a 10-megapixel CMOS sensor. It feels well built and looks stylish, and its image ...

Well built, very good picture quality, excellent manual focus, useful and fun filters

No HDMI, noticeable noise in photos at high ISO speeds, can be difficult to use in bright sunlight

Despite the noisiness at ISO 400 and beyond (which is similar to what we saw in the Ricoh CX2), the CX3 is still a fun camera to use. It can take great macros, has a manual focusing feature that is much better than most compact cameras, and for the ...

Panasonic recently unveiled its new range of Lumix digital cameras - its biggest range of models to date. The company showcased 13 new models including two new TZ 'travel series' point-and-shoot cameras. We took the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ10 for a ...

Built-in GPS, manual settings for advanced users, intelligent auto settings in still and video modes

Understanding the on-screen navigation system takes a little while (but was easy enough once we'd played with it for a few days)

Other features of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ10 digital camera include intelligent auto (IA), face detection, scene modes (27 for stills and 18 for video). An optional marine case is available for the camera, too

The Nikon CoolPix S570 is a 12.1-megapixel, point-and-shoot digital camera with some nifty features. It's ideal for people who wouldn't be comfortable with a more complex model, and for $249 you get a camera that's also stylish.

Cheap, ideal for the happy snapper

Takes grainy photos with pixel softening

We were impressed with the Nikon CoolPix S570. It has a lot of great features and is an ideal camera for a novice happy snapper on a budget; and because it�'s incredibly simple to use, it's a great digital camera for a technophobe

The Olympus Pen E-P2 is a Micro Four Thirds-based digital camera with a 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor and knack for capturing supremely detailed images. It's a wonderful piece of technology for photography enthusiasts who want a compact digital camera ...

Excellent clarity, no noticeable chromatic aberration, excellent for macros, useful Art and scene modes, very good low-light performance

Electronic viewfinder has different colour temperature to LCD screen, no built-in flash, mode dial can be difficult to change

With the excellent auto mode, very useful electronic viewfinder, a plethora of Art and scene modes, as well as extensive manual control, the Olympus Pen E-P2 is a joy to use. But the thing that stands out most is its ability to take super-crisp photos ...

The durable and compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 point-and-shoot camera offers an ultraquiet, recessed lens that focuses very quickly, but you'll need to make sure that its design works for you.

Superior battery life, very fast and quiet wide-angle zoom lens, durable frame

No lens cover, lens placement is awkward for two-handed shots

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 is a durable, stylish point-and-shoot camera that performs well. The ultraquiet lens and fast autofocus are huge draws, but the lens placement and controls may annoy some people

The Nikon Coolpix P90 is the type of digital camera you can buy when a standard compact camera doesn't have enough zoom and an SLR is just too much kit and overly cumbersome for your needs. It's an advanced compact camera with a very big lens and ...

24x zoom, reasonable low-light performance, ISO-limiting function

Colours looked too pale, too much noise at ISO 800, screen doesn't swivel for self-portraits, feels too small

If a small camera that has a huge zoom appeals to you, then the Nikon Coolpix P90 is worth considering. It won't produce excellent images, and you might need to add some contrast to your shots afterwards, but it's capable of capturing serviceable ...

The Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR is about as compact as cameras get, yet it somehow serves up a 10X-optical-zoom lens (spanning from 27mm to 270mm), dual image stabilisation, and a 10-megapixel sensor.

Handy Pro Focus and Natural & Flash modes, same EXR sensor and modes as higher-end cameras

Only two f-stops in aperture settings, Body design is hard to hold

It isn't often that you encounter such a tiny camera that aspires to be so much more. The EXR sensor, combined with its wide array of features that make advanced shooting techniques accessible, make the Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR a compelling option as ...

The Olympus Mju Tough 6010 is a 12-megapixel compact digital camera with a 3.6x zoom lens. It's a ruggedised camera that can survive a 1.5m drop, a stint in -10 degrees Celsius, or a dunk in water up to three metres deep - perfect for travellers, fans ...

Versatile and tough, surprisingly usable ISO 1600 pictures

Soft images, no AF assist, slow performance

If you're an avid outdoors person or traveller you'll find something to appreciate in the Olympus Mju Tough 6010, whether it's the rugged and capable body or versatile low-light performance