Best Compact Digital Cameras - Multi-area Focus Type, 3 to * in. LCD Screen Size, 1280 x 720 (30 fps) HD Recording Format

42x optical zoom available with Digic 4+ processor

This camera packs a 24-1008mm zoom lens for serious close-ups

This is a camera for someone who finds they’ve outgrown their basic point-and-shoot and wants to start dipping their toe into manual settings.

A reliable 18x zoom travel compact with a range of useful functions

While Canon’s PowerShot SX600 HS is an easy-to-use camera with a long 18x zoom, performance and image quality resembles those from a lower-end camera.

Picks up where your phone leaves off without sacrificing easy sharing

Very good photos in bright light, and the fast lens, optical viewfinder

Larger-than-average image sensor, Sharp

Faster auto-focus and burst shooting speeds

Built-in Wifi and GPS via a smartphone, 1080p60 HD video mode.

Raw support, 1080p60 video, 10fps continuous shooting

Faster auto-focus and burst shooting speeds

One of smallest cameras with RAW & manual control

Good handling, Excellent image quality, Fast and easy to use

Excellent value for money, Decent zoom range

Shooting performance and picture quality are excellent

Great zoom range, Raw shooting capability

20x optical zoom, raw file shooting ability

Compact metal body, Good front and rear grip

Sharp 5x zoom lens, 10fps burst shooting

Good image quality, Built-in GPS

Camera quality and performance levels are good versus others in this price range

Camera has a well-built, sturdy feel

Excellent image stabilisation, Full manual controls