20+ megapixel Digital Cameras

Canon EOS 5D Mark II

The 21-megapixel EOS 5D Mark II digital SLR will prove a must-have, zippier upgrade for many users of the original 5D. Delivering the fluid shooting experience and high-quality photos you'd expect from a professional camera, the Mark II also offers excellent video-capture capabilities

Editor's rating 8.6

Sony Alpha DSLR-A900

The 24-megapixel Alpha DSLR-A900 isn't bad for Sony's first full-frame effort and, technically, it produces excellent photos. While it has some distinctive features and the design is generally good, Sony still has some way to go to catch up with rivals that have more experience with dSLRs in this class

Editor's rating 7.4

Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS

Top dog for the moment, the Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS has the highest resolution in its family -- 15 megapixels. It delivers excellent photo quality, offers plenty of shooting options, and its looks are characteristic of Canon's recent willingness to play with design

Editor's rating 7.0

Nikon D700

The Nikon D700, featured here with a 24-120mm lens, is a sound choice for those seeking professional-calibre photos for a slightly less daunting price. As long as you don't need pro-sports-speed continuous-shooting performance, the D700 is quite fast, delivering on focus even in low light

Editor's rating 8.5

Canon PowerShot G10

Still the Godfather of compact cameras, the Canon G10 is a worthy successor to the G9. A wideangle lens, accessible controls and a list of features as long as your arm put dSLR power in your pocket. The 14.7-megapixel snapper is chunky by anyone's standards but it packs in enough power to make it worth it

Editor's rating 8.7

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S750

Sony's 7-megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-S750 ponies up a stylish, ultracompact body and easy operation at the expense of good picture quality and speedy performance. That said, it's small size and sturdy frame will be perfect for people who want a reliable point-and-shoot at low cost

Editor's rating 6.2

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 is a compact camera with a sleek sense of style. It packs a 1/1.72-inch 14.7-megapixel CCD and has satisfyingly wide 28mm wideangle f/2.8 Leica lens. But despite all of its slick styling we felt the FX150 had a few hairs out of place when we took a closer look

Editor's rating 7.0

Ricoh G600

If you live life on the edge, you need gadgets to match. The Ricoh G600 is a camera designed for extreme(ish) conditions: this 10-megapixel snapper is waterproof, dustproof and drop-proof. Though the frame is rubberised and the controls oversized, giving it a toy-like quality, the G600 produces good-quality pictures nonetheless

Editor's rating 7.4

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ4

It may have the looks of a compact camera, but the 8-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ4 has the power of a superzoom in a small package. It sports a large 10x zoom lens made by Leica, with a satisfying 28mm wide angle, and Panasonic's highly capable optical image stabilisation is a boon

Editor's rating 7.8

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS20

Panasonic's shrewd partnership with Leica and a commitment to accessibility has led to some excellent compact cameras. Its latest, the Lumix DMC-FS20, is so versatile and the automatic mode so capable, you'll probably be happy to let it do all the work. You'd be hard pressed to find a more competent point-and-shoot

Editor's rating 7.8

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III

The Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III is an imaging powerhouse. If you're looking for many megapixels in exchange for your well-earned pounds, this dSLR packs a whopping 21. With a large screen, live view and beefed up AF and exposure systems, this camera could revolutionise your photography

Editor's rating 9.0

Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom

Fujifilm's FinePix S9500 shows just how close digital SLR wannabes are getting to the real thing. This is one EVF-equipped camera that can compete in both the SLR and non-SLR arenas. It boasts a 10.7x optical zoom and 9 megapixels, but it can't quite compete with the real thing on image quality

User rating 8.7

Editor's rating 7.0