Best Digital Cameras - 4 to 9 Frames Frames Per Second, 4 to 8 x Optical Zoom, 1 to 4 x Digital Zoom

Canon seems to have returned to top premium compact form with the updated version of its G1 X camera.

Canon has made significant changes to the body of the G1X, but are they for the better?

The Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II’s photo quality is excellent and videos are improved. We have no problems recommending it.

Is Canon’s flagship compact digital camera the answer to photographers’ prayers

Introducing the selfie to the tough camera

Fully tiltable display and 21mm wide-angle lens

Rugged, waterproof and well-equipped, but at a price

Plenty tough, just mind the night time noise

The Nikon Coolpix AW120 isn’t for everyone. It’s for holidaymakers looking for an easy-to-use tough camera that will accompany them into the pool or ocean.

Excellent LCD screen that's hinged on the side

Premium compact gets upgraded with an EVF

Strong build quality, Impressive vari-angled LCD screen

Pros: 28-200mm f/2.0-4.0 lens range and brightness, sharp images of a good quality.

Waterproof to 50 feet, Excellent high ISO performance

GPS, Full HD movies with stereo sound

Very sturdy body is one of the most rugged on the market

One of the toughest cameras available

Sharp OLED display, Built-in Wi-Fi with remote viewfinder support

Waterproofing and shock-proofing

Good photo quality for its class, Responsive performance in most respects

Good picture quality, Decent macros

Comfortable shooting design and nice photos

Excellent control layout, 7.1x zoom lens, Fast aperture lens

Best-in-class ergonomics, handling, and build quality

Excellent image quality