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'In-camera artistic filters. '

'silent auto focus performance'

'extremely gorgeous looking design'

'terrific camera'

'The G12, which updates the acclaimed G11, is an option for those who want better pictures and better features than a less well specified compact will deliver, but don't actually want to go the whole hog and plump for a DSLR.'

'the camera is replete with advanced shooting features.'

'excellent camera'

'This is a great step-up camera for anyone who feels shackled by automated settings as well as a great on-the-go camera for anyone accustomed to a DSLR. '

'brilliant camera'

'It has a host of new specifications and features that should make it a superior camera to its predecessor. '

'Advanced yet pocket-sized.'

'Overall, the E-PM1 was a fun camera to shoot with, producing surprisingly sharp, high-quality images of fast-moving action at the US Open. '

'In-camera art filters.'

'high resolution 3 inch LCD screen'

'new shutter system'

'The NEX cameras are primarily about squeezing DSLR quality into compact bodies.'

'The NEX cameras are a brave and interesting attempt to redefine the camera.'

'The result: the Alpha NEX-3, a compact camera with a huge LCD, huger sensor, and an interchangeable lens that can take photos on a par with larger prosumer DSLRs. '

'This is a good move by Sony as it will aide those who get turned off with the myriad features on offer in a DSLR.'

'For the photographer who wants to go out and get quality results without the need for a full DSLR system, the G11 is perfect and I think the drop in resolution was the right way to go judging by the performance and noise tests. '

'Whether a professional photographer looking for a smaller camera to tote along on assignment or a snap-happy sports fan heading to the big game, the new PowerShot digital cameras give users options for upgrading their shooting experience. '

'Indoor with flash, indoor with available light, outdoor - the G11 produced excellent results. '

'The camera is easy to hold, with a good-sized (though somewhat slippery) right hand grip.'

'the S80 becomes our Editor's Choice for full-featured, compact digital cameras.'

'It's a fun little camera that packs a wallop in terms of features, performance, and photo quality'

'It's a fun little camera that packs a wallop in terms of features, performance, and photo quality'

'The eight-megapixel, 3.6x optical-zoom PowerShot S80 has everything we expect from a Canon camera: ease of use, intuitive design, and a great set of features.'