Compact Cameras
Kodak Z1012 IS & Kodak Z1085 IS
Two Kodak cameras and each capable of rich looking 720P HD video. Whether you’re looking for a big zoom or a pocket snapper, these two models have it covered.
Oct 10, 2008 12:41 PM
First look: Canon PowerShot A470, A580, and A590IS
We've found a digital compact under $150 that's not junk. Canon’s efforts to swamp the planet under five feet of compact cameras continues with its latest batch of PowerShot models.
Sep 3, 2008 7:14 AM
Vivitar ViviCam 6200W
The Vivicam 6200W is terminator-tough and cheap enough to condemn disposable underwater cameras to the low-tech graveyard
Aug 28, 2008 11:57 PM
Sony DSC-T300
A classy compact, but with a high price and some image problems
Aug 28, 2008 11:51 PM
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T100
The best compact Sony yet, with bags of features squeezed into a very stylish package.
Aug 28, 2008 11:38 PM
Samsung NV24HD
A lovely compact cam and a decent HD camcorder in one
Aug 28, 2008 11:35 PM
Samsung NV11
We like this camera a lot, and for a rugged day out it’s one of the most reliable snappers out there. We just wouldn’t shoot our best mate’s wedding on it.
Aug 28, 2008 11:32 PM
Samsung i85
Not worth the extra money for the media ability, but a solid performer
Aug 28, 2008 11:28 PM
Samsung i7
Gotta love that revolving screen – but remind us again what exactly the point of it is
Aug 28, 2008 11:25 PM
Samsung i6
Full marks for effort but the i6 is trying to do too much, without doing anything very well
Aug 28, 2008 11:20 PM
Ricoh Caplio R7
Megapixels are a plenty, but the real selling point here is that impressive lens. It’s just a shame that some noise issues cloud matters
Aug 28, 2008 11:12 PM
Pentax E40
The selling point of this camera is that it’s cheap – and it certainly excels in that department!
Aug 28, 2008 11:09 PM
Pentax A30
Another compact crams in too many megapixels. But if you never look at pictures at pixel-level you’ll be dead pleased with this Pentax
Aug 28, 2008 11:06 PM
Panasonic Lumix LX1
How much? Never mind what the LX-1 costs, just see what it does – yes, it’s pricey, but boy is it worth it
Aug 28, 2008 11:03 PM
Olympus Mju Mini S
The Olympus Mju Mini S makes a unique style statement for the cost of an everyday budget snapper
Aug 28, 2008 11:00 PM
Olympus cameras Mju 800
The Mju has hidden depths with aperture-priority and shutter-priority modes, but alas no fully manual mode
Aug 28, 2008 10:56 PM
Olympus 790 SW
If used properly this rugged camera is well worth the money and makes you feel a little more manly into the bargain
Aug 28, 2008 10:54 PM
Nikon S51c
The S51c combines good looks, neat technology and quality images in one reasonably affordable package
Aug 28, 2008 10:42 PM