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CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 review
The robust, slim body of the £185 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 houses a 5x zoom, 12-megapixel sensor and super-sharp lens that produce impressive pictures. Read more
18 November 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR review
The FinePix F200EXR is a great camera, but it's Fujifilm's new EXR sensor that's the star of the show, capturing a level of detail that can't be matched by rivals. The controls can be confusing and you might notice some barrel distortion, but overall, the F200EXR sets new standards for compact-camera performance Read more
25 March 2009 by Rod Lawton
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Canon PowerShot G12 review
The Canon PowerShot G12 is a high-performance compact camera that will appeal to dSLR owners seeking a portable back-up snapper. Overall, it's a quality package. Read more
25 November 2010 by Gavin Stoker
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Samsung ST1000 review
The 12.2-megapixel ST1000 is a classy camera, with a great design and top-notch, ultra-high-resolution touchscreen. The real stars of the show, though, are its Wi-Fi, bluetooth and GPS features. We've seen wireless cameras before, but Samsung's finally shown how it should be done Read more
27 November 2009 by Rod Lawton
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 review
The diminutive Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 is a well-built compact camera that will let you take 3D images. Packing plenty of hi-tech features, it offers decent value for money, even if it does feel gimmicky on occasions. Read more
23 November 2010 by Gavin Stoker
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Canon IXUS 220 HS review
The Canon IXUS 220 HS offers a fair selection of features and pretty good performance, wrapped up in a small, stylish stainless-steel shell. Its price is rather hard to swallow, though. Read more
25 May 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Samsung ST100 review
The Samsung ST100's dual screens have their uses but you'll have to pay extra to get them, and, discounting those, it's a fairly standard point-and-shoot camera. It's fun but it should be cheaper. Read more
18 November 2010 by Gavin Stoker
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS5 review
If you stick with it, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS5 is a surprisingly reliable and endlessly flexible compact camera. You'll find this point-and-shoot has plenty of options in playback mode, plus loads of features and Panasonic's excellent Mega OIS image stablisation system Read more
25 March 2008 by Rich Trenholm
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 review
You can't go wrong with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500. This excellent compact features a 25mm wide-angle lens and a 5x optical zoom. Plus, it has myriad features, including the proven Mega OIS system, and you can tweak most of them, making this an excellent shooter Read more
18 June 2008 by Rich Trenholm
CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Samsung SH100 review
The Samsung SH100 offers the decent performance you'd expect from a camera of its price. The addition of Wi-Fi connectivity makes it more appealing than rival snappers if you often post images online. Read more
29 June 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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