A very slim digital compact that’s capable of taking superb pictures. It only just misses out on a Recommended award.

A significant overhaul and a great camera. At this price it’s the best all-round package on the market

A superb camera that takes fantastic pictures, and offers excellent portability and versatility

High resolution stills and laudable quality for the money, but image stabilisation isn’t the best

Two of the best small compacts on the market. Quality differences are on a knife edge, but the Canon wins for superior features and handling.

Easy to use and capable of good results, the superb range of manual modes makes this a good choice for enthusiasts.

Not flawless, but Sony’s debut DSLR impresses with a 10.2-megapixel resolution and built-in anti-shake.

A great smartphone – particularly for ‘voice’ users. But we’d like to have seen the ‘touch’ technology run deeper.

Big and heavy but the features this 3G phone sports are phenomenal.

Fantastic hardware. The GPS software is mediocre, but you can buy your own.

A fast lifestyle phone that might be more at home in the business world.

A great keyboard, wonderful screen and loads of features, but battery life is weak and it’s a touch pricey

A complete bargain at this price. The DSC-W35 boasts superb quality and a great range of features.

A superbly easy-to-use and feature-laden compact camera that’s well worth the price.

A superbly easy-to-use and feature-laden compact camera that’s well worth the price. Same titanium shell as before, with a lowlight ability.

Battery life is the only downside to this excellent compact camera.

A desirable form factor that doesn’t compromise on usability.

Some useful features and cheaper than TomTom’s One. But there are some issues.

A stylish and rugged business-class smartphone with a huge choice of push-email clients available.

Key improvements over the SD5 make this a still more enticing pocket HD camcorder prospect