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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?.

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Digital camera buying guides

A good digital camera can take your photography to the next level. We explain the differences between compact, bridge, DSLR and mirrorless cameras to help you find which digital camera is best for your needs and budget.

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?

7 March 2022

Best action cameras

We tested the latest GoPros alongside rivals such as DJI, Insta360 and cheap action cameras to find how much you need to spend for a durable camera

6 May 2022

The truth behind digital zoom: what it is and how to use it

In a bid to outpace rivals, mobile phone manufacturers offer camera lenses with extensive zoom ranges. But ‘digital zooming’ isn’t always what it first seems.

12 May 2022

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

5 April 2022

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

5 April 2022

Which DSLR or mirrorless camera brand to buy in 2022

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

16 March 2022

Which compact camera brand to buy in 2022

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

16 March 2022

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

16 March 2022

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.

16 March 2022

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.

16 March 2022

How to buy the best camera phone

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

11 March 2022

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.

8 March 2022

Best Photoshop free alternatives and free photo editing apps

Looking for a free alternative to Photoshop? There is a glut of free photo editing software and apps available for you to use. We've looked at the most popular to help you pick the right one.

1 March 2022

Best waterproof cameras for 2022

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

29 December 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.

18 November 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.

9 November 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

25 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.

25 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.

25 October 2021