Digital Cameras > 3 to 5 x Digital Cameras > 160 GBP to 240 GBP

Advantages: Picture quality
Disadvantages: Blurs around edges of large landscape pictures/ large groups of people.

...and because I trust the Sony brand however it didn't really meet my expectations. The shutter speed seems a bit slow which is a problem when I'm taking pictures of my 2 year old. I love the size because it fits in my purse and the pictures look really good when I print them. I was really disappointed that it didn't take an SD memory card because I had many of them from my old camera. Overall, if you are taking pictures of family and things like that ... Read review

Advantages: very stylish, great features, Good detail
Disadvantages: control system, scroll pad

Canons iconic box & circle design has literally been given the chop - the top and bottom corners of the meaty, metal IXUS 90 have been beveled for a now, not then, feel. Beneath the classy surface lurks some serious tech too. The 10 megapixel photos have beautifully crisp detail and vibrant yet realistic colours, the image stabilizer is excellent and the screen is a superb 3-incher. Red-Eye Correction quickly and easily removes red-eye in camera. ...
...shoot. Movie modes include Long Play (LP) for VGA (30fps) clips that use half the normal memory card space. Capture a gradual scene like a sunrise or blooming flowers for accelerated playback with Time Lapse movie. The face detection tech is one of my favorites of all, this will make sure you get the best out of you photos by auto setting optimum focus, exposure, flash & white balance. Alas, the control system is a mess, not helped by a directional ... Read review

Advantages: Very strong and durable in all conditions
Disadvantages: A little pricey

...on the move then the Olympus µ [mju:] 1030 SW is right up your alley. This new addition to the Olympus family is made specifically for the adventurer offering protection from water, and extreme weather conditions in addition to being extra tough it is also able to stand being dropped . The MRP price for the 1030 SW is £319.99 but if you shop around you should be able to find it a lot cheaper, I purchased mine from ebay for £119.99 The 1030 SW is ...
...* Included software OLYMPUS Master 2.0 * Extras Power sources Charger and battery * Other features Face detection technology * Shadow compensation technology * Digital image stabiliser * 24 scene modes * Burst mode: 5 fps / 12 fps in 3-megapixel mode * Waterproof to 10 m * Shockproof to 2 m * Resistant to the cold (up to -10°C) * Breakable with weights of up to 100 kg * Size 93.2 x 61.4 x 21.3 mm So to recap the 1030 SW is an ideal solution ... Read review

Advantages: Easily handleable and extensive pre-programmed settings.
Disadvantages: Slightly slow at taking the pictures at times.

...of taking out my SLR Nikon D70 to places i don' want to lug a large camera around. It is small, pocketable, sturdy and easy to handle. The pre-programmed settings in "scene" are excellent with a good range to choose from. I think there is a need for short cuts though as there are quite a few to scroll through. It was essential to me to have a screen and a view finder as screens are so tricky to use in sunlight. It has taken a while to get the hang ... Read review

Advantages: Perfect Shot Preview is a handy feature, Slim, light design
Disadvantages: Performance, poor picture quality, especially at high ISOs

Olympus FE-300 seems to have it all: 12 megapixel image sensor for producing large-format prints with incredible detail, face detection technology plus an impressively broad range from ISO 50 up to ISO 6400, alongside a standard 3x optical zoom and 2.5-inch, high resolution screen. The FE-300 is the slimmest compact camera in Olympus' ranks. Even if your subjects are moving, the camera continuously tracks your subjects' faces without having to press ...
...which was developed for the demanding performance of professional Digital SLR cameras. This mode lets you preview how your picture will look under four different EV compensation or white balance settings. If you shoot in awkward lighting, Perfect Shot Preview can really help you take a proper shot without a lot of trial-and-error or menu-hunting. You can even preview how movie clips will look at different quality settings and frame-rates, though ... Read review