Sarah Chong

A solid performance from the IXUS 150, an entry-level Canon compact packing a substantial punch, producing impressive images in a range of conditions.

A cheap and cheerful addition to the IXUS compact range, what the Canon IXUS 145 lacks in features it more than makes up for in great image quality and an easy to use system.

Consistent performance and impressive image stabilisation from the world's smallest 20x zoom compact camera

Nikon's basic bridge camera could perhaps do with more tricks up its sleeve, but its 26x zoom lens performs well.

With its easy to use creative filters, the Nikon Coolpix S2800 will appeal to photographers looking to quickly transform their photos, while still producing quality shots

Canon has ditched the AA batteries previously found in the SX160 and made the PowerShot SX170 an upgraded super zoom compact to add to its range

An affordable family compact camera, designed to withstand knocks and falls, the S31 is a bright new addition to Nikon's lineup.

Canon continues to turn out quality cameras within the IXUS range, with the 255 HS being a well performing addition to the lineup.

Nikon releases an update to the S4300, losing the touchscreen and introducing Wi-Fi capabilities. But is the Wi-Fi actually useful?

The Nikon Coolpix L27 is an entry level, affordable compact camera, but is it too basic?

The Samsung ST93 is part of the brand's Style (ST) range of compact cameras, with a 2.7-inch LCD screen, 16.1 megapixel CCD image sensor and Samsung wide-angle 5x zoom lens.

Lightweight and durable, the Coolpix S4150 boasts a 3 inch touchscreen and 20 different scene modes.