Canon PowerShot SX30 IS review The enormous 35x zoom is tempting but neither the lens nor the sensor lives up to expectations at this price.
£335
Samsung NX100 review Superb controls squeezed into a small space, but poor image quality in low light is a significant flaw for a large-sensor camera.
£386
Pentax K-5 with 18-55mm lens review The video mode is disappointing but photo quality is marginally the best we’ve ever seen. Rival cameras offer better value, though.
£1029
Magix Movie Edit Pro 17 Plus HD review Impressive new 3D editing facilities are the highlight of this capable editor, but it’s still not as polished as it could be.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 with 14-140mm lens review Photo quality fails to live up to the high price, but for videos, the smooth autofocus, extensive options and sublime quality are a winning combination.
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 review Taking 3D photos and videos is great fun, but 3D playback options are limited and the W3 isn’t so impressive in 2D mode.
Sony Alpha SLT-A33L review Packed with innovative features, but some of these have drawbacks as well as advantages.
£527
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS review An affordable compact ultra-zoom camera that delivers the goods – as long as you can put up with the bulky design and AA batteries.
Canon Ixus 1000 HS review It’s not perfect, but with the best photo and video quality we’ve seen from a pocket-sized ultra-zoom camera, it’s an obvious Best Buy.
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS review The enormous 35x zoom is tempting but neither the lens nor the sensor lives up to expectations at this price.£335
Samsung NX100 review Superb controls squeezed into a small space, but poor image quality in low light is a significant flaw for a large-sensor camera.£386
Pentax K-5 with 18-55mm lens review The video mode is disappointing but photo quality is marginally the best we’ve ever seen. Rival cameras offer better value, though.£1029
Magix Movie Edit Pro 17 Plus HD review Impressive new 3D editing facilities are the highlight of this capable editor, but it’s still not as polished as it could be.£63
Canon EOS 60D with 18-135mm lens review Superior ergonomics – particularly the bigger viewfinder and articulated screen – make this a shrewd choice£1029
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 with 14-140mm lens review Photo quality fails to live up to the high price, but for videos, the smooth autofocus, extensive options and sublime quality are a winning combination.£1050
Nikon D3100 18-55VR Kit review Not without flaws, but sumptuous photos and videos at a sensible price make it an unbeatable package£459
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 with 14mm lens review Slimmer and lighter than the GF1 but image quality is eclipsed by the cheaper Sony NEX-5£620
Ricoh CX4 review A minor update over the CX3, but the lower price makes this a serious contender for the compact ultra-zoom crown.£229
Nikon D7000 18-105 VR Kit review The D7000 is a joy to use, and takes breathtaking photos and videos.£1179
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 review Taking 3D photos and videos is great fun, but 3D playback options are limited and the W3 isn’t so impressive in 2D mode.£297
Cyberlink PowerDirector 9 Ultra64 review Much faster and more refined than before, PowerDirector is now well equipped for demanding as well as casual use£80
Sony Alpha SLT-A33L review Packed with innovative features, but some of these have drawbacks as well as advantages.£527
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS review An affordable compact ultra-zoom camera that delivers the goods – as long as you can put up with the bulky design and AA batteries.£151
Canon Ixus 1000 HS review It’s not perfect, but with the best photo and video quality we’ve seen from a pocket-sized ultra-zoom camera, it’s an obvious Best Buy.£260