Best Compact Digital Cameras Top 5

We've put together our best compact digital camera list. The cameras below have consistently received the best reviews.

Canon PowerShot A2000 IS

Another digital compact camera with 10 MP resolution, the Canon PowerShot A2000 IS has a 6x optical zoom with excellent image stabilisation. No wide angle lens coverage however but it zooms in to 216mm which is more than many other comparably priced cameras. Image quality is very good under a wide range of conditions.


Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5

The very popular T23 just got better it's successor the T25. It has a 10x optical zoom lens complete with image stabilisation and 9.1 MP resolution. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 has a flexible zoom range and is fully featured. Not so slim as other compact cameras but the features and high quality image put more than makes up for the slightly larger size. Also included HD video.



Canon PowerShot SD880 ELPH

The Canon PowerShot SD880 ELPH has a 10 MP resolution, a 3" LCD screen and 4x zoom lens with 28mm wide angle and image stabilisation. The DIGIC processor is excellent at face recognition and the overall quality of the camera is very good. Changing settings is easy with a thumb wheel on the back and gives consistent results with good picture quality over a wide range of light settings.



Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35

A slim 10 MP digital compact camera with a 4x optical zoom lens with image stabilisation. The zoom reaches 25mm which is excellent for shots of large groups. It features Intelligent Auto Mode which also includes scene recognition. Works best in ISO ranges below 200. Also included HD video.