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Olympus SP-565 Ultra Zoom

With 20x optical zoom and a tiny footprint, the SP-565 UZ is a competent superzoom, let down by some lens and picture issues.

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Canon Digital IXUS 870 IS

Though the 870 IS isn't perfect, it still remains an excellent compact camera. With a wide angle lens and super-fast image processing times, the IXUS is an ideal combination of style and substance.

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Nikon Coolpix P60

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

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Samsung NV11

The Samsung NV11 can produce some very nice-looking pictures, but its unique interface isn't for everyone.

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Canon Digital IXUS 430

This 4-megapixel pocket camera offers few manual controls or special features but delivers solid image quality and performance.

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Where's the SLR-style compact camera?

Choices are sparse for camera buyers looking for some of the performance and control of an SLR but not its bulk. The options could improve soon.

Compact cameras for advanced photographers

For more advanced photographers looking for a compact alternative to a dSLR, CNET.com.au rounds up the best cameras with complete creative control.

Canon powers on

Canon refreshes its PowerShot range by launching three new cameras to replace existing models.

Update: Top Ten 6+ megapixel cameras

High resolution cameras are available in a wide range of designs and feature sets. To help you find the right one for your needs, here are our top picks, along with the unique aspects of each.

CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide

Digital SLR cameras have opened up new opportunities that change the way images look and are used. This guide will help you take your images to the next level.

Digital camera creatures of the night

Vampires, witches and ghosts beware! These cameras are equipped with night-shooting capabilities that will capture images to haunt you forever.