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Nikon Coolpix S8000

This is Nikon's best-looking compact yet, which has a lot of tricks up its sleeve, like a 10x optical zoom and HD video — if only image quality was better.

Holga 3D camera spotted at CP

We know 3D is all the rage, but even film cameras are getting in on the act.

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Reviews

Samsung WB650

Samsung's WB650 looks like the ideal camera for travellers, with 15x optical zoom and GPS tagging.
Samsung HMX-U20

Samsung's HMX-U20 brings full HD video, a built-in USB and HDMI connectivity to a YouTube-friendly mini-camcorder.
Samsung EX1

Touted as "the LX3 killer", Samsung's EX1 is set to go up against the Panasonic power compact.
Nikon Coolpix P100

There's a lot to like about the Nikon Coolpix P100, but you'll need to keep your photo quality expectations in check to really enjoy it.
Olympus SP-800UZ

Olympus continues to push its cameras into record-breaking territory with the 30x optical zoom SP-800UZ.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3

Just bought a Lumix ZR1? Don't despair, the ZR3 isn't replacing it just yet, and only has a few differences.
Canon Legria HFS11

An excellent flash-based prosumer HD camcorder, the Canon Legria HFS11 has the advantage of an excellent image stabiliser but it disappointingly lacks an eye-level viewfinder.
AgfaPhoto DC-600uw

The AgfaPhoto is a cheap, knockabout waterproof camera that's ideal for life at the beach. The feature set and image quality is average but for the price you can't go too far wrong.

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Features

Camera showdown: Nexus One vs. iPhone 3GS

How does the iPhone's camera stack up to the Nexus One's? We put the two mobile phone cameras through their paces.
MP3 players with voice recorders

No one wants to get writer's cramp or carpal tunnel, but it can be hard to avoid if you're taking notes in classes or meetings all day. CNET.com.au rounds up these lecture-worthy MP3 players.
Compact cameras with HD video

Take your pick from our comprehensive line-up of point-and-shoots that support HD video capture.
Five of the best PVRs

If you're looking to upgrade from the old analog VCR to a shiny new digital model then these five recorders are our favourites.

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News

Augmented reality game uses Nintendo DSi camera

While virtual reality is making a small comeback thanks to 3DTV, augmented reality is the name of the game, and a new game for Nintendo DSi aims to combine the two.
Minox DCC 5.1

Minox has launched the Minox Digital Classic Camera 5.1, a miniature replica of a classic 35mm rangefinder camera that has a 5-megapixel sensor inside.
Telstra drops wireless excess charges

Telstra today announced substantial changes to its wireless broadband access plans, offering higher data allowances and eliminating the excess usage charges. The new plans come into effect on Monday, 18 January.
Snow Camera Goggle snaps your skiing exploits

From the makers of the Digital Underwater Camera Mask comes a new gizmo that lets adrenaline junkies capture their skiing adventures.

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DIYs and How-to

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.
3 tips to extend your camera battery's life

Struggling to squeeze out some more shots from your digital camera? Here are three useful tips that you can put into action right now to conserve battery power and make sure you don't miss that vital moment.
How to take video in total darkness

All sorts of interesting things happen in the dark, but how do you take a video of them? These tips will help you shoot video in even the darkest places.
Camcorder formats: which one is best?

Prospective camcorder buyers are faced with a choice of four types of camcorder recording media: hard disk, flash memory, MiniDV/HDV tapes, or mini-DVD. We run through the pros and cons of all four formats to make your purchasing journey a little less like a trip through Dante's nine circles of hell.

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Downloads

HP Pavilion 7300 Series Video Camera Update

Resolve problems found using a USB video camera.
Apple PowerBook 1400 ATA Update

Update your ATA PC card driver for better compatibility.
QuickCam Updater

Update your QuickCam software.
Kodak DC20/25 Link

Transfer your digital camera's pictures to disk quickly and with more compression.