The Sony NEX-F3 is a well rounded entry-level compact system camera, offering excellent image quality and plenty of features.
The Sony NEX-F3 is a well rounded entry-level compact system camera, offering excellent image quality and plenty of features.
The design changes made since the D3s make a significant and positive impact on the handling of the Nikon D4.
Though not 100% perfect in each and every regard, the Sony Cyber-Shot HX9V nonetheless comes very close in most.
Yes, brand loyalty aside, the Leica D-Lux 5 Titanium is incredibly expensive for what could be classed as a glorified snapshot camera.
Wildlife and sports photographers, however, will find that the EOS 7D gives better results once they have learned how to set up its rather complex AF system to suit them and the subject.
An excellent camera to allow DSLR beginners to flourish, though it doesn't quite carve out a totally clear niche for itself for more advanced users.
The GX1 leaves a favourable overall impression: we'd certainly recommend adding it to your list of models to try before you buy if you're shopping for a high-quality CSC that delivers results where it matters.
With great handling for such a small SLR and impeccable image quality in practically every shot, the Nikon D3100 is both highly impressive and utterly dependable.
The Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM is a reasonably priced lens with sometimes excellent sharpness, an effective image stabilisation system and near-perfect control over distortion.
The only disappointment with the Tamron SP 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di VC USD is a lack of sharpness at the longest telephoto zoom setting, at anything outside an aperture range of f/8-16.
While we wouldn't go so far as to say that Sony has produced a DSLR killer with the Sony Alpha A77, the manufacturer has succeeded in throwing something unique into the fray that certainly paves the way for future developments.
[T]his lens is a capable performer, with quick and silent autofocus system and generally good to excellent image quality.
The combination of superb image quality and total manual control, along with a much-improved - dare we say - snappy performance, leaves a lasting impression.
The Canon S95 is a great little camera that enthusiasts will love. It's small, fits in the pocket and is classily designed as well as shooting good quality images.
As such, it falls slightly short of serious, semi-pro requirements but should satisfy most amateur enthusiasts.
Where the SD15 does fall down is in the most mundane, straightforward areas of design and usability. It's big and tough, but also feels rather crude.
The EOS 550D is something of a triumph. Shoot in RAW, invest in some decent back-up lenses and spend time studying the various exposure modes and options, and the EOS 550D will reward you with pro-quality images at a mass-market price.
For £850 you can get you cameras with pro levels of build quality, features and resolution.
The G1 is a great camera that produces excellent results and demonstrates the potential of the new Micro Four Thirds system. But is the G1 an SLR with a digital viewfinder or a compact with a 'proper' sensor and interchangeable lenses?
The D700 is the ultimate enthusiast's DSLR, offering class-leading performance across the board. If you've got the money, buy one immediately!
The Ricoh R7 is an attractive camera but it's not enough of a step forward from the R6 to tempt an upgrade.
Don't fall for the megapixels arms race - this is a fantastic second camera for evening and snap shooting.
There's lots of plastic, but the A100 feels weighty and solid and all the controls are smooth and positive.
The 30D is a nice camera with superb continuous-shooting performance and all the features most amateurs will ever need.
