Recommended Cameras

Every week Photo Review evaluates the latest digital imaging equipment. Our independent product tests use objective benchmark software* that is internationally recognised.

The Photo Review Editor's Choice Award is given only to products that represent significant technical advances or offer special features that are of exceptional interest to photographers.

CURRENT EDITOR'S CHOICES:

DSLR - Pro 
Sophisticated digital SLRs for professionals:
Sony SLT-A99 
Canon EOS-1D X 
Nikon D800 
Canon EOS 5D Mark lII 

DSLR - Advanced 
Full function DSLRs for keen photographers:
Canon EOS 6D
Nikon D5200 
Nikon D600 

DSLR - Entry Level
Interchangeable lenses, superior image sensors, full control:
Canon EOS 100D 
Canon EOS 700D 
Nikon D3200 
Pentax K-30 

Advanced Compact - Interchangeable Lens
High-performance compact cameras with RAW file support:
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
Nikon 1 V2 
Canon EOS M 
Fujifilm X-E1 
Olympus PEN Lite E-PL5 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5
Olympus OM-D E-M5 
Fujifilm X-Pro1

Advanced Compact - Fixed Lens
High-performance compact cameras with RAW file support: 
Fujifilm X20 
Fujifilm X100S 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1
Canon PowerShot G15
Olympus Stylus XZ-2
Canon PowerShot S110
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200
Canon PowerShot G1X 

Point and Shoot
Small-sensor digicams with special features...

Waterproof
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT4 

Long Zoom 
SLR-like cameras with long zoom lenses and manual controls:
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 

Travel Zoom
Slim compact cameras with long zoom lenses:
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 

Lenses - FX
Canon EF 24-70MM F/4L IS USM 
AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Lens 
Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD (A009) Lens 
Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD (F004) Lens 
AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens 
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Lens 
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens 
AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G Lens 
Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD (Model A007) Lens 

Lenses - DX 
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens 
Fujinon Super EBC XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 Di II (Model B001)
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3DC Macro OS HSM Lens 
Sony DT 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 SAM Lens 

Lenses - M4/3
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II Lens 
Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 35-100mm f/2.8 Lens
Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH Lens
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 Lens
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital Ed 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens  
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital Ed 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ Lens
Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH/POWER O.I.S. Lens  

Lenses - Other ILC
1 Nikkor 18.5mm F/1.8 Lens 

Peripherals
Eizo FORIS FS2333 Monitor
SpectraCal CalPC Software
Eizo EasyPIX Colour Matching Tool 

Printers 
Epson Artisan 1430 Inkjet Printer 
Canon PIXMA Pro-1
Epson Stylus Pro 3880 

* How We Review
All cameras and lenses tested at Photo Review are subjected to Imatest evaluation, which uses a test target/software evaluation system developed by Norman Koren in Boulder, Colorado (USA). The system provides objective measurements for:
- Image sharpness and the camera's ability to record fine detail
- Chromatic aberration
- Colour recording quality, tonal response and colour noise
- Camera tonal response and dynamic range.
See more information on Imatest at: http://imatest.com/.

For more information on how we review see: Understanding our test Procedures.
In addition to image quality testing, our camera reviews include an examination of innovative features, build quality, ease of use, and ability to shoot in low-light conditions.

Photo Review quotes imager area dimensions in millimetres for all cameras reviewed, allowing buyers to calculate the actual size of photosites, which is the best indicator of potential picture quality.

Where possible Raw files for analysis are converted with Adobe Camera Raw, our preferred conversion software.

We invite ALL camera manufacturers to submit cameras for review.

RRP = recommended retail price
ASP = approximate street price at the time of the review 
MSRP = manufacturer's suggested retail price 

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Camera Review Ratings
Ratings are based on how the camera performs in comparison to other cameras in the same category at the time the review was done. Readers should check the date of review and take that into consideration before making any purchase decision. The Overall rating also considers the camera's price at the time of review.

See Reviews section section for a comprehensive list of digital camera reviews, including ratings, test shots and Imatest charts.