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Digital cameras advice guides

All advice guides about digital cameras including Compact cameras (CSCs), DSLRs, mirrorless and bridge cameras from the experts at Which?.

25 articles

Which type of digital camera should you choose?

A good-quality camera will make a real difference to your photos. But should you buy a compact, DSLR, compact system or bridge camera?

20 October 2021

Mirrorless vs DSLR cameras: what's the difference?

Not quite sure of the difference between DSLRs and mirrorless cameras? We've rounded up the pros and cons of each to help you decide which is the best for you

20 October 2021

Sony vs Canon mirrorless cameras: which is best?

We pit Sony and Canon against each other as we look at the best mirrorless cameras from these two leading brands.

20 October 2021

Best kids' cameras

Don't waste your money on a rubbish camera for your child. Find out which cameras for kids from VTech, Amazon and more are durable, easy to use and take the best photos

20 October 2021

Best instant cameras

We tested Polaroid cameras and instant cameras from Kodak, Instax and Fujifilm to find out which is the easiest to use and produces the best photos

20 October 2021

Which DSLR or mirrorless camera brand to buy in 2021

Unique Which? reliability data can help you choose a camera brand that lasts, as we survey owners of Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, Fujifilm and Pentax DSLR and mirrorless cameras to find out which develop the least faults over time

20 October 2021

Which compact camera brand to buy in 2021

Unique Which? reliability data can help you choose a compact camera brand that lasts, as we survey owners of Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony compact cameras to find out which develop the fewest faults over time

20 October 2021

How to buy the best Panasonic Lumix

Our expert guide to Panasonic Lumix cameras will help you to choose the best model if you're considering buying one from this popular series

20 October 2021

DSLR and mirrorless camera settings explained

Perplexed by the symbols on your DSLR or mirrorless camera? Discover what they all mean and how to get the best-quality results from your camera.

20 October 2021

Best free Photoshop alternatives

Photoshop is not the dominant force it used to be. With various free options available, we round up our pick of the best Photoshop alternatives

20 October 2021

Optical vs electronic viewfinders

Digital cameras offer a few different ways to preview an image and help you capture the perfect shot. We outline the pros and cons of optical and electronic viewfinders, and assess whether you need a viewfinder at all.

20 October 2021

Camera sensor sizes explained

Unsure of the difference between digital camera-sensor sizes? We explain how and why sensor sizes matter, and demystify common misconceptions with our sensor-size tool.

20 October 2021

Best cheap DSLR and mirrorless cameras for 2021

We round up the best DSLR and mirrorless cameras costing less than £500, to help you find the best bargain model for your needs

20 October 2021

How to buy the best action camera

Whether you’re after a cheap action camera or one that records 4K video, this expert guide will help you pick out your ideal model.

20 October 2021

Digital camera accessories

Whether you’re looking for a top-of-the-range tripod or a card reader with more memory, read on for our guide to choosing the best digital camera accessories.

20 October 2021

How to buy the best bridge camera

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

20 October 2021

How to buy the best DSLR or mirrorless camera

The best DSLR and mirrorless cameras let you take exceptional photos and videos beyond the capabilities of a smartphone or compact camera. We help you pick a first-class model.

20 October 2021

How to shoot and edit photos like a pro

Our expert tips on taking better photos and using photo-editing software can help you get the most from your camera.

20 October 2021

How we test bridge cameras

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.

20 October 2021

Top five bridge cameras for 2021

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

20 October 2021

How we test digital cameras

Our rigorous lab tests put cameras through their paces to separate the best from the rest according to image quality, autofocus performance, ease of use and more.

20 October 2021

How we test compact cameras

Discover how we test compact cameras to find the best models that take great pictures and videos. Only top-class models earn our Best Buy award.

20 October 2021

Top five best cheap compact cameras for 2021

We round up the top-scoring compact cameras costing less than £200 to help you find the perfect cheap camera to suit your needs.

20 October 2021

Best waterproof cameras for 2021

We pick the best waterproof cameras tested at Which?. Waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof - our expert testing pushes these cameras to their limits.

20 October 2021

Best camera phones

Smartphone cameras are becoming better every generation and they're showing no signs of stopping. Here's how to pick the best camera phone, plus our tips for smartphone photography

20 October 2021