Bridge cameras advice guides

The best bridge cameras offer a high-end experience without all the costs that come with a DSLR or mirrorless camera and their interchangeable lenses. We explain what you need to know.

Discover how we test bridge cameras to find the best models that take superb photos and videos. Only first-class cameras earn our Best Buy award.

There are pros and cons to optical vs electronic viewfinders, so what's best for you will depend on the situations you're most likely to shoot in, and your preferred camera type.

Our pick of the very best bridge cameras tested at Which? All selected cameras produce high-quality photos, videos and are simple to use.

Unique Which? reliability data can help you choose a bridge camera brand that's a worthy investment. We survey owners of Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, Panasonic and Sony bridge cameras to find out which brands have less faults over time.