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

Ability to preview the Creative Effects

Sensor records lots of detail

Comprehensive touchscreen interface that is intuitive and efficient

Impressive noise control

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.

Fast-shooting, well-designed camera

Fast, 51-point autofocus system, Dual SD card slots

Sharpness was very strong

Exposure, colour and white balance were all uniformly reliable

Delivers decent image quality

Touchscreen, Art filters

Fast AF performance

Small size, wide aperture lens, decent build quality