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Comparing digital cameras

There are hundreds of digital cameras to choose from, but they can all seem the same when so many digital cameras come with all the must-have features – face recognition, image stabilisation and loads of megapixels. 

In fact, there’s actually a big difference between the best and worst digital cameras on the market. Digital compact cameras with shutter delay will ruin your shot, digital camera battery life can be woefully short, and more than a few cameras struggle to shoot good pictures indoors or reproduce colours accurately.

Which? digital camera experts

At Which? our experts test hundreds of digital cameras so you can tell a Best Buy digital camera from those best avoided – before you get it home. Buying a digital camera recommended by Which? will give you the peace of mind that you're not going to regret your choice when you download your first batch of photos.

Along with all this valuable advice, by joining Which? you’ll get full access to reviews and expert opinion on thousands of products, from sat navs to savings accounts, taking the risk out of any purchasing decision.

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Digital camera reviews you can trust

At Which? our team of experienced experts are continually subjecting the most popular digital cameras to the most arduous tests. We've reviewed hundreds of models from 16 of the top digital camera brands, including Canon digital cameras, Sony digital cameras, Fujifilm digital cameras, Olympus digital cameras, Nikon digital cameras and Panasonic Lumix digital cameras.

Each digital camera is put through a meticulous series of tests. As well as measuring image quality, colour and resolution, we simulate real life situations to see how the digital camera handles less-than-perfect situations. We test digital camera image stabilisation, taking pictures in low lighting and how fast the shutter speed is to make sure you don't miss the action.

To make sure you get the most out of the digital camera you buy, we also look at how easy it is to use, how good the manual is and how easily it fits in your pocket.

What makes a Which? Best Buy digital camera?

A Which? Best Buy digital camera is great value for money making it easy for you to take fantastic photos on every occasion. Out of the 270 digital cameras tested, we've only awarded 79 of them the coveted 'Which? Best Buy' digital camera status.

Our digital camera tests have also uncovered some exceptionally poor performers that we've named Don't Buys to ensure you don't buy a digital camera that you'll regret.

Which? Best Buy digital cameras aren't just about the most expensive, feature-packed models. We also award Best Buys at lower price points so that it's easy to find the best digital camera within your budget.

Plus we warn you when a digital camera performs under par using rechargeable batteries – being forced to continually replace expensive non-rechargeable lithium ion digital camera batteries isn’t good for your hip pocket or the environment.

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