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Compact cameras

Most Popular Compact cameras

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Panasonic TZ100 front
Panasonic TZ100 review: Big sensor, big zoom, small camera for less
£549
A little short on wow factor, but the Panasonic TZ100 ticks a lot of boxes for such a small camera
Panasonic LX100 aperture ring
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£699
Coming top for image quality, performance, video quality and controls the LX100 is a top compact contender

Latest Compact cameras

Sony NEX-C3K
Sony NEX-C3 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Image quality to rival SLRs and much improved performance over the NEX-3 – a breathtakingly impressive point-and-shoot camera

Published :
£430 inc VAT
Pentax Optio S1
Pentax Optio S1 review
Cameras Compact cameras

A competent low-cost camera with an impressive set of features, but paying just a little more brings big benefits

Published :
£90 inc VAT
Samsung WB700
Samsung WB700 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Comprehensive manual controls and a generous 18x zoom, but it can't compete for image quality or performance

Published :
£178 inc VAT
Samsung ST95
Samsung ST95 review
Cameras Compact cameras

A slim, touchscreen camera with some fun features, but image quality is bettered by many cheaper cameras

Published :
£140 inc VAT
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Extremely compact and luxurious, takes gorgeous photos and videos but currently looks overpriced next to the Sony NEX range

Published :
£550 inc VAT
Nikon Coolpix S9100
Nikon Coolpix S9100 review
Cameras Compact cameras

A compact ultra-zoom camera that copes well in low light is a rare treat; excellent videos and a superb screen round it out nicely

Published :
£240 inc VAT
Samsung PL90
Samsung PL90 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Dependable image quality, but slow performance and basic videos mean there are better buys

Published :
£90 inc VAT
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS review
Cameras Compact cameras

The 14-megapixel resolution is annoying but otherwise this is a likeable, dependable camera at a great price

Published :
£110 inc VAT
Olympus VG-130
Olympus VG-130 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Looks great for the price on paper, but automatic exposures leave a lot to be desired

Published :
£80 inc VAT
Pentax Optio RS1500
Pentax Optio RS1500 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Not without problems, but serviceable photo and video quality, fun designs and a low price add up to an attractive deal.

Published :
£90 inc VAT