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Nikon 1 J2 review

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Nikon 1 J2 review

The Nikon 1 J2 is a great-looking camera with high-speed shooting and top-quality output, but the resolution might be a sticking point. Read more

£500

10 September 2012 by Nik Rawlinson

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ62 review

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ62 review

At less than £300, this 24x superzoom is extremely well priced and backs up its auto mode with plenty of manual options. Read more

£270

5 October 2012 by Nik Rawlinson

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Nikon 1 V1 review

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Nikon 1 V1 review

With compact lenses and a sturdy body, the Nikon 1 V1 should last you a lifetime. That's just as well as it doesn't come cheap. Read more

£879

8 November 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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Pentax Optio WG-2 review

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Pentax Optio WG-2 review

The unconventional-looking Pentax Optio WG-2 is an inexpensive choice for rugged outdoor photographers. Read more

£230

20 June 2012 by Nik Rawlinson

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Canon PowerShot G15 review

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Canon PowerShot G15 review

A professional compact with a wide maximum aperture and consistently good output, but a high price to match. Read more

£529

15 November 2012 by Nik Rawlinson

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Leica V-Lux 20 review

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Leica V-Lux 20 review

The Leica V-Lux 20 is a capable but overpriced compact superzoom. It's essentially the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ10 with a Leica badge. Read more

£495

1 October 2010 by Gavin Stoker

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Nikon Coolpix S3100 review

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Nikon Coolpix S3100 review

The Nikon Coolpix S3100 is easy to carry, use and look at. But its image quality is pretty average, and you don't have to look hard to find other cameras that offer more features for less money. Read more

£130

2 March 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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Canon PowerShot SX230 HS review

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Canon PowerShot SX230 HS review

The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS is an extremely versatile, capable and feature-packed compact superzoom. If you don't need the GPS feature, though, you'll be able to find a similar camera for less money. Read more

£270

18 May 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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Pentax Optio RS1500 review

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Pentax Optio RS1500 review

The Pentax Optio RS1500's design won't suit everyone and the swappable skins are a gimmick, but it's fundamentally a very respectable budget camera. Its only real weakness is its poor build quality. Read more

£80

8 August 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 review

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 review

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 is a smart compact camera with built-in Wi-Fi that produces consistently high image quality. Read more

£170

5 September 2012 by Nik Rawlinson

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