The Nikon D800 then is a camera for those requiring a high level of detail above all else, perhaps because of a need to deliver pictures that can be printed billboard size.
The Nikon D800 then is a camera for those requiring a high level of detail above all else, perhaps because of a need to deliver pictures that can be printed billboard size.
With its rangefinder-like dials and knobs up top, plus DSLR-style controls at the back, the 16.3 megapixel Fuji X-Pro1 is every inch the enthusiast's camera.
The Nikon D3200 is a little on the pricey side, almost edging it into the mid-range, but great if you're a DLSR beginner looking for a friendly camera that offers stunning picture quality.
If you want the twin benefits of a compact camera body plus the ability to swap lenses and drill down into manual features to achieve more professional looking pictures, the Panasonic GX1 is currently the brand's best option.
Then the new 14MP Canon G1 X will be the camera for you. Again, like nearly every compact camera, with the possible exception of the interchangeable lens Sony NEX-7, this isn't a direct replacement for buying a DSLR.
Enticing the point and shoot merchant who has got a little more serious about their photography, Sony has packed a lot of firepower into the Cyber-shot HX9V's chunky, if pocket-sized, chassis.
Best suited to existing Nikon DSLR users, the brick-like Coolpix P7100 'compact' offers similar heft and control set, including the ability to shoot top quality Raw files alongside humble JPEG.
If you are looking for a high-end compact and have funds to flat Leica's limited edition D-Lux 5 Titanium, you won't be disappointed. It's easy to use, a joy to handle and takes exceptional photographs where the quality matches that provides by many DSLR cameras.
There's no doubt that the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max is a real showcase of what's possible in a phone camera in 2026 – blowing the likes of Samsung's and Apple's equivalent flagships out of the water with a more comprehensive and accomplished setup.
The DJI Mini 5 Pro is the most capable “Mini” drone yet, bridging the gap between consumer-friendly portability and professional performance.
