Running costs are high, but with a high resolution and superb performance, it’s a groundbreaking product.

The lack of a separate status LCD is annoying, but the 400D is great value and capable of great quality

The Ixus 60 delivers superb image quality and is beautifully designed and built.

Anyone who used the IXUS 40 mightwonder how Canon could possiblyimprove on it, but that’s precisely whatit has done.

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

With huge LCDs, underwater capabilities and high resolutions for under $450, now is the time to buy.

An ideal first DSLR thanks to onscreen help. It takes great shots and the battery lasts for ages.

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Good value thanks to a decent 18-70mm kit lens and camera-based anti-shake

Taking great photos in most situations, the DSC-W50 is a bargain at this price.

A solid entry level DSLR with anti-shake and impressive design.

An attractive, light and well-built camera, but it has average image quality.

A superb DSLR that’s a joy to use, but the high price and poor software damage value

Good quality and with a proper li-ion battery, but expensive and bulky compared to the Olympus.

The only compact to offer aperture and shutter priority, but overall quality is unspectacular.

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