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Best digital SLR for beginners

If you're ready to move on to a camera that lets you develop your hobby, here are the best entry-level and beginner-friendly digital SLRs. Read more

19 April 2012 by Andrew Hoyle

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Camcorders

Camcorders to capture the mood

Light some candles, set up that tripod and... hang on, you don't have a camcorder? There's a range of options for the amorous couple, from hard-disk-based models to the more traditional MiniDV tape style... Read more

10 February 2006 by Chris Stevens

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras

Best superzoom cameras

Superzooms offer the longest zoom range of any camera type, and the same kind of controls and features as a digital SLR, for a fraction of the price. In this smashing round-up, we've gathered together five of our favourite models for your perusal, and also tell you what features to look out for. Read more

23 August 2010 by Rod Lawton

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Camcorders

Best hi-def camcorders

There's a minefield of confusing terms surrounding the various types of high definition. Plus, there are two kinds of media. If your head isn't spinning yet, you might wonder if hi-def means high prices. We break down the facts and figures for four hi-def camcorders to give you some stability Read more

12 October 2007 by Rich Trenholm

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras

Enthusiast cameras for learning about photography

To move from casual snapshots to more creative photography, you need a camera that gives you more control. Digital SLRs mean bulk and expense, so check out these enthusiast compacts, which combine manual controls with a pocket-friendly size and weight Read more

23 March 2007 by Mary Lojkine

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras

6-megapixel compact cameras

In the compact camera market, 6 megapixels is the new black. It's the safest bet for camera manufacturers, guaranteeing their compacts will measure up to the competition without looking overdressed -- at least during 2006... Read more

14 July 2006 by Mary Lojkine

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras

Best long zoom compact cameras

The average compact camera packs a 3x zoom, while anything larger than 10x qualifies as a superzoom. We've picked four of our favourites from the space in between Read more

8 May 2008 by Rich Trenholm

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Camcorders

Best budget camcorders

With last year seeing the rise of no-frills, budget mini-camcorders that put ease of use before redundant features, we take a look at the market leaders Read more

15 January 2009 by Rich Trenholm

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Camcorders

DVD camcorders

VHS is dead, long live the DVD. If you loved the convenience of your old VHS camcorder, then you'll find these new DVD-based ones equally appealing. All these camcorders record straight to a half-sized DVD, burning footage in real-time. Once you're done recording, pop the disc out and place in it your home DVD player and you can watch the footage back in glorious colour Read more

30 January 2006 by Chris Stevens

CNET UK > Reviews > Cameras and Camcorders > Compact Digital Cameras

Cameras with image stabilisation

Image stabilisation addresses one of the common causes of blurred photographs: camera shake. You might think your lens is no good, or blame your camera's autofocus mechanism, but it's probably your unsteady hands that are at fault. Read more

10 August 2007 by Rich Trenholm

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