Compact digital cameras

• 6.7

  Fujifilm FinePix J50

  23 Jul 2008 4:34 PM

  The J50 is strictly for beginners who want a simple shooter to start exploring the world of photography. While the extensive modes make up for the lack of fancy features, little has been done to salvage the less-than-desired image quality.

  Specs: Digital compact , 8.2 megapixels, 2.7 inch, 3 x, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity, xD Picture Card

• 6.5 5

  Nikon Coolpix P60

  16 Jul 2008 4:35 PM

  Stolid rather than sexy, competent rather than classy, the boxy Nikon Coolpix P60 is a belt-and-braces, real ale-supping point-and-shoot. The cool kids won't be impressed, but we're always glad to see a compact that gives such reliable images

  Specs: Digital compact , 8.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch, 5 x, Secure Digital Card

• 6.8 8

  Kodak EasyShare V1073

  26 Jun 2008 2:12 PM

  Don't be fooled by its contemporary metal design: the heart of this disappointing camera is pure plastic.

  Specs: Digital compact , 10 megapixels, 3 inch, 3 x, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity

• 6.8 7

  Samsung i8

  24 Jun 2008 4:56 PM

  Aimed at amateurs, the Samsung i8 is a user-friendly digital camera with strong multimedia functionality and helpful how-to guides. Slow performance and the sometimes frustrating logic of the main menu will mean this is probably one to skip unless you're interested in the bare basics.

  Specs: Digital compact , 8.2 megapixels, 2.7 inch, 3 x, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity

• 7.1 9

  Pentax Optio S12

  24 Jun 2008 3:31 PM

  The smart Pentax Optio S12 looks and feels as classy and assured as any of the Pentax S series from recent years. The venerable chassis, though, doesn't really suit such a high-resolution sensor — the previous 10-megapixel S10 gives just as much usable detail.

  Specs: Digital compact , 12 megapixels, 2.5 inch, 3 x, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity

• 6.2 7

  Canon PowerShot A580

  19 Jun 2008 11:38 AM

  The Canon PowerShot A580's chunky, cheery styling isn't to our taste, but the friendly price, accessible controls and respectable image quality pull it out of the bag for this unsophisticated and easy-to-use point-and-shoot camera.

  Specs: Digital compact , 8 megapixels, 2.5 inch, 4 x, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity

• 7.7 8.5

  Canon Digital IXUS 85 IS

  16 Jun 2008 5:11 PM

  The Canon Digital IXUS 85 IS looks good, performs well, and offers all the usual bells and whistles, but fails to stand out in the crowded IXUS line-up.

  Specs: Digital compact , 10 megapixels, 2.5 inch, 3 x, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity

• 7.1 10

  Nikon Coolpix P80

  11 Jun 2008 10:23 AM

  One of the better 18x megazooms, nevertheless you should consider the Nikon Coolpix P80's sluggish performance before you commit to it.

  Specs: Prosumer , 10.1 megapixels, 2.7 inch, 18 x, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity

• 7.7 9

  Fujifilm FinePix S100FS

  26 May 2008 4:59 PM

  The 11-megapixel Fujifilm Finepix S100FS is a heavyweight in both size and features, with impressive raw performance, a large sensor and an excellent wide-angle long lens, only let-down by purple fringing.

  Specs: Prosumer , 11.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch, 14.3 x, Secure Digital Card, Secure Digital High Capacity, xD Picture Card

• 7.4 8

  Kodak EasyShare M1033

  23 May 2008 4:18 PM

  A budget 10-megapixel compact camera with high-definition movie mode, the Kodak EasyShare M1033 is a good choice for anyone who doesn't want to break the bank. It looks great, with a matte finish and large screen and produces bright colours. Face detection is another added bonus.

  Specs: Digital compact , 10 megapixels, 3 inch, 3 x, Secure Digital Card

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