Digital cameras reviews

Rode iXY stereo microphone

January 17th, 2013 - Looking to record better audio from an iOS device? The Rode iXY captures broadcast-quality sound, be it music or voice.

Canon PowerShot N

January 8th, 2013 - Is the compact camera still relevant in an age of smartphones? Canon chooses to rework the formula with a tiny, pocket-sized point-and-shoot.

Olympus SZ-31MR

December 27th, 2012 - With its blend of pleasing photos, quality build, compact body and high-res screen, this Olympus is an excellent camera. 1

• Where to buy? $328 at 1 store

Samsung DV300F

December 24th, 2012 - Pleasant aesthetics, a low price and the front-mounted LCD screen are the main drawcards for the Samsung DV300F. We'd recommend spending a tad extra to get a whole lot more elsewhere, and relying on your smartphone for self-portraits.

• Where to buy? $178 at 1 store

Nikon 1 V2

December 19th, 2012 - The Nikon 1 V2 is the camera its predecessor should have been. With a comfortable shooting design and plenty of features, the V2 is an appealing buy. 1

• Where to buy? $928 at 1 store

Nikon Coolpix P7700

December 18th, 2012 - It's a solid enthusiast "compact" that will please a lot of shooters, but the Nikon Coolpix P7700 doesn't quite deliver at mid-range ISO sensitivities and its image-processing overhead might annoy impatient photographers.

• Where to buy? $550 at 1 store

Samsung Galaxy Camera

December 4th, 2012 - The Samsung Galaxy Camera is a great point-and-shoot for the everyday photographer who wants to instantly share to social media. Discerning photographers will find issues with its image quality, though arguably they're the wrong target audience for this camera.

• Where to buy? $409 to $507 at 4 stores

Canon EOS M

November 23rd, 2012 - Looking for SLR-like image quality in a compact body? The EOS M offers the best of both worlds, with the added benefit of interchangeable lenses. However, its sluggish autofocus may deter point-and-shoot upgraders. 5

• Where to buy? $611 to $850 at 2 stores

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V

November 15th, 2012 - A lot of camera, both in lens and features, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V is a solid choice for point-and-shoot users who are looking to do a little more than that.

Sony Alpha SLT-A57

November 15th, 2012 - Matching high-speed burst performance with a comfortable, easy-to-use feel, the A57 is a great SLR for most beginner and intermediate photographers.