Compact digital cameras reviews

Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS20

May 18th, 2011 - If you're looking for a simple shoot-and-share pocket camcorder, the Bloggie Touch is a good option. That is, as long as you understand its limitations. 11

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10

May 13th, 2011 - While it's got plenty of issues, the TX10 is the best rugged camera yet from the 2011 crop. 17

• Where to buy? $339 at 1 store

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5

May 9th, 2011 - Unless you need a slimline, bare-bones camera, steer clear of the FH5 and get one of the many more pleasing options in the Lumix compact range.

Olympus Tough TG-810

April 29th, 2011 - Tough as old boots and about as heavy to match, the TG-810 is packed to the brim with features to complement its waterproof credentials. Just don't expect the GPS to work as promised. 11

• Where to buy? $201 at 1 store

Ricoh CX5

April 28th, 2011 - The Ricoh CX5 is a well-built camera with a few design and implementation flaws that might dissuade newcomers to the brand from picking up an otherwise good device. 3

• Where to buy? $466 at 1 store

Nikon Coolpix S2500

April 21st, 2011 - The S2500 is a respectable cheap compact that loses marks for its basic feature set and standard images. 2

Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3

April 18th, 2011 - Keep your photo quality expectations in check and you'll enjoy using the Lumix S3, even if it does look like it could have been moulded out of Play-Doh.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27

April 7th, 2011 - Looking for an 8x optical zoom touchscreen camera? The FH27 could fit the bill, providing you're not too fussed about physical buttons and exemplary image quality.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510

April 4th, 2011 - If you have a limited budget or need a cheap camera for a gift, there are lots of better options than the W510. 1

Olympus XZ-1

March 31st, 2011 - Olympus has made a truly exciting camera in the form of the XZ-1, with a super-bright lens and plenty of controls to fiddle with. 4

• Where to buy? $435 at 2 stores