Best Digital Cameras - true Waterproof, 640 x 480 (30p) HD Recording Format, 1 to 4 x Digital Zoom

'It all adds up to make the Sony A7 II a very attractive camera. '

'Highly effective 5-axis stabilisation and the new layout make it a more ergonomic and versatile camera. '

'The night photograph was excellent, with the maximum shutter speed of 30 seconds and the Bulb mode offering lots of scope for creative night photography.'

'The AF hardware may be unchanged, but improved algorithms deliver genuine benefits in AF speed and continuous tracking performance.'

'built-in electronic viewfinder'

'Both detail and low ISO dynamic range have been improved over the Panasonic Lumix GX7. '

'water-resistant build'

'The Canon PowerShot G3 X is a very competent fixed-lens compact, which will get you much better results than your average superzoom bridge camera. '

'impressive camera'

'The built-in flash worked well indoors, with no red-eye and good overall exposure, although there's noticeable vignetting at 24mm. '

'High-quality 24-600mm lens'

'most complete all-in-one camera'

'If you’re after an all-purpose camera you’ll never have to upgrade with lenses, and don’t mind that it's not far off an entry-level DSLR in size, the RX10 II is simply excellent. '

'Hot shoe for external strobes. '