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  1. Canon PowerShot SX280 HS review

    Canon PowerShot SX280 HS review

    8 Last reviewed

    How does Canon's SX280 compete in what is becoming an increasingly crowded travel compact camera market?

    Canon N review

    Hands on: Canon N review

    Last reviewed

    Updated Perhaps this will be the camera we use for Facebook and Twitter shots from now on.

    Ricoh GR review

    Hands on: Ricoh GR review

    Last reviewed

    Updated This 16.2MP compact camera could put Ricoh back on the enthusiast photographers' radar.

    Nikon Coolpix S5200 review

    Nikon Coolpix S5200 review

    7 Last reviewed

    Nikon releases an update to the S4300, losing the touchscreen and introducing Wi-Fi capabilities. But is the Wi-Fi actually useful?

    Nikon Coolpix S9500 review

    Nikon Coolpix S9500 review

    8 Last reviewed

    Nikon's update to the top of the Coolpix Style range is full of features including a hefty zoom, and fits neatly in your pocket.

    Olympus TG-2 review

    Olympus TG-2 review

    7 Last reviewed

    Could this be the rugged camera that photography enthusiasts want? Let's find out.

    Olympus XZ-10 review

    Olympus XZ-10 review

    8 Last reviewed

    The Olympus XZ-10 features lots of premium tech on a beautifully small body, but how does it perform in our tests?

    Sony HX50 review

    Hands on: Sony HX50 review

    Last reviewed

    Sony has shrunk down the HX200V to create this compact camera with a 30x optical zoom. We got our hands on it.

    Nikon Coolpix P330 review

    Nikon Coolpix P330 review

    8 Last reviewed

    It has manual control, GPS and f/1.8 aperture lens, but how does the P330 compare with other premium compacts?

    Nikon Coolpix P520 review

    Nikon Coolpix P520 review

    7 Last reviewed

    Nikon's latest bridge camera is a chunky beast - but then again, it's equipped with a huge 42x optical zoom, so you'd expect it to be.

    Nikon Coolpix A review

    Nikon Coolpix A review

    8 Last reviewed

    Updated With an APS-C sized sensor and no low-pass filter, the Coolpix A could be the perfect replacement for a big, heavy DSLR.

    Nikon Coolpix L27 review

    Nikon Coolpix L27 review

    6 Last reviewed

    The Nikon Coolpix L27 is an entry level, affordable compact camera, but is it too basic?

    Panasonic TZ40 review

    Panasonic TZ40 review

    9 Last reviewed

    A raft of improvements promises to make the TZ40 Panasonic's best ever compact camera for travellers.

    Fuji X20 review

    Fuji X20 review

    8 Last reviewed

    The Fuji X10 was one of the best compact cameras on sale in 2012, but its replacement looks like a real gem.

    Fuji XP200 review

    Hands on: Fuji XP200 review

    Last reviewed

    Waterproof to 15m, full-resolution 10fps shooting and an improved screen for added appeal to outdoor types.

    Fuji X100S review

    Fuji X100S review

    9 Last reviewed

    It might look the same, but the update to the X100 has a higher resolution sensor that's similar to the X-Pro1's.

    Pentax X-5 review

    Pentax X-5 review

    6 Last reviewed

    Pentax's latest bridge camera dons the armour of a DSLR, but boasts the accessibility of a compact camera.

    Panasonic TZ35 review

    Panasonic TZ35 review

    8 Last reviewed

    The Panasonic TZ35 has a 20x optical zoom and 16.1 million pixel sensor… but does it outperform its predecessor?

    Pentax MX-1 review

    Pentax MX-1 review

    6 Last reviewed

    With a Sony sensor, an f/1.8 lens and vintage looks, the Pentax MX-1 sounds good on paper - but how does it deliver?

    Canon G1 X review

    Canon G1 X review

    8 Last reviewed

    Updated The premium compact camera with a big heart: is the G1X the best PowerShot Canon's ever produced? And is it worth the cash?

    Sony HX300 review

    Sony HX300 review

    8 Last reviewed

    Can Sony's Godzilla-like HX300, with its large body and 50x optical zoom, tower over its rivals for handling, performance and picture quality?

    Nikon Coolpix S6400 review

    Nikon Coolpix S6400 review

    8 Last reviewed

    A stylish, sophisticated compact camera with a lot of options, but does it suit you?

    Sony RX1 review

    Sony RX1 review

    8 Last reviewed

    Updated Sony has put a 35mm format sensor inside a small compact camera body, what's it all about?

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