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CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras
Fujifilm X-S1 review
With a 26x zoom, the £525 fixed-lens Fujifilm X-S1 puts in an impressive performance in just about every situation. Read more
26 March 2012 by Nik Rawlinson
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Panasonic Lumix GX1 review
Excellent low-light performance, accurate colour and noise-free results mean you'll have trouble finding a more flexible camera than the Panasonic GX1. Read more
19 December 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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Canon PowerShot G1 X review
With customisable buttons and menus, raw output and a great lens, the Canon PowerShot G1 X is a pocket camera for pros. Read more
26 April 2012 by Nik Rawlinson
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Canon IXUS 230HS review
Canon's IXUS 230HS may only boast 12.1 megapixels, but each and every one of them is put to good use. Read more
12 October 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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Fujifilm X10 review
Sometimes you come across a camera that's as much a work of art as the pictures it produces, as is the case with the Fujifilm X10. Read more
16 December 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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Sony Alpha SLT-A35 review
Don't be fooled by the Sony A35's diminutive dimensions. A true photographic powerhouse, it boasts a 16.5-megapixel sensor and, for £486 all-in, a great 18-55mm kit lens. Read more
22 September 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V review
Sony could command far more than £250 or so for the impressive Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V compact camera. With a 10x zoom, tonnes of features, and a 16.2-megapixel sensor, it's shot to the top of our shopping list. Read more
6 September 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 review
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 compact superzoom is expensive. But its high-quality images, long zoom range, HD movie features, GPS, and touchscreen mean you certainly get plenty of camera for your money. Read more
28 March 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38 review
You might think the 12.1-megapixel Lumix DMC-FZ38 superzoom would be exorbitantly expensive, given its 18x zoom, super-fast autofocus, support for raw files, and high-definition movie mode. But it's not. It's one of the best superzooms available, and one of the cheapest too Read more
1 October 2009 by Rod Lawton
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Canon IXUS 115 HS review
The Canon IXUS 115 HS compact camera outshines many of its rivals in terms of performance, features and usability. It's not exactly a munter either. Read more
25 May 2011 by Nik Rawlinson
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