Compact cameras

Independent and trusted reviews, tests and buying guides. Compare price and performance of compact cameras.

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Basic digital camera reviews

We compare 30 basic digital cameras to help you find the best one to suit your lifestyle.

18 Apr 2013 | In our latest digital camera test we review 30 compact digital cameras, priced from $126 to $599.

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Basic cameras 2012 test

In 2012 we compared 157 compact digital cameras to help you find the best one to suit your lifestyle.

26 Mar 2013 | In 2012 CHOICE tested 157 compact digital cameras, priced from $89 to $1099.

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Lytro camera first look

A camera that allows you to choose a focus point after taking an image.

12 Jun 2012 | We take a first look at the Lytro's ground-breaking technology, and find out whether it's a must-have camera.

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Polaroid TWO and PoGo printer quick review

A printer camera combination that leaves us asking "Why?".

10 Nov 2010 | Printed images in an instant were the pride of Polaroid, but in this digital age, there are better ways of achieving the same result.

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Snap better shots

Tips to improve your digital photos.

25 Jun 2008 | Maybe you’re not getting the great results the salesperson promised from your new camera. There’s really no secret to taking good photos and the techniques are pretty simple.

 

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