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Digital camera buying guide

So you're looking for a brand new compact digital camera? CNET Australia is here to help with our guide to choosing and buying a compact digital camera.

Five years of CNET Australia: Digital cameras

CNET Australia takes a trip through the best (and worst) of digital photography over the past five years.

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Reviews

  • Nikon D5000

    Judged on its own merits, the D5000 is a great digital SLR for those wanting something a bit better than the entry-level D60 model, and equals or betters a lot of the performance specifications of the D90.

  • Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1

    For a camera that can cope with everything you throw at it, from a pool party to a safari, the Lumix DMC-FT1 is rather good at its job. Expect excellent quality HD video and great photos, if you can look past the slightly slow performance times.

  • Nikon D3X

    Normally we would express disappointment with a camera being overly similar to a predecessor, but not in this instance. Nikon has improved, refined and upped the megapixel count from the D3 to produce a professional-grade camera with every function you could ever wish for, apart from video recording.

  • Nikon Coolpix P90

    The P90 is a competent superzoom with an impressive burst rate, but loses out against its competitors on image quality and features.

  • JVC Everio GZ-HD40

    JVC's CMOS-based Everio GZ-HD40 finally offers AVCHD recording, but a few shortcomings keep us from giving it a full recommendation.

  • Kogan Full HD 1080p Video Camcorder Camera

    Kogan's camcorder talks a big talk at a low asking price. Although it doesn't deliver to the same standards as its competitors, it does offer an interesting choice for very entry level videographers.

  • Onkyo TX-SR606

    The Onkyo TX-SR606 offers tons of functionality for the price, but subpar video processing and improved competition means it's less of a standout receiver than last year's version.

  • Canon HG10

    A solid hard-drive based HD camcorder, the Canon HG10 nevertheless has its share of annoying quirks.

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Features

  • Best digital SLRs for beginners

    With so many digital SLRs on the market today it's no wonder that the decision can be a daunting one for someone who is just starting out. We've chosen a range of dSLRs that are suitable for beginners.

  • Q&A: Canon helps usher in the video SLR era

    In this interview for CNET, Chuck Westfall, technical adviser for Canon's professional products marketing division, answers questions on the future of dSLR, video technology and provides insights into the company's future.

  • Digital cameras for kids

    With a myriad of digital cameras on the market, what's the best option for little shooters? CNET.com.au provides you with a comprehensive round-up of the best cameras for kids.

  • Top 10 digital cameras of March

    Six-megapixel compacts were all the rage this month -- what other specs are important to our readers? Find out with CNET.com.au's top 10 digital cameras of March.

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DIYs and How-to

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Downloads

  • CardRaider

    Recover lost photos from your digital camera.

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