The latest model in Nikon’s V-series of CSCs offers 18-megapixel resolution and a feature set and interface that could suit digicam upgraders.
Sony ILCE-α6000
Sony’s latest CSC features familiar NEX styling but offers improved autofocusing, more logical menus and built-in Wi-Fi with NFC.
Canon PowerShot G1X Mark II
Canon’s flagship digicam boasts a longer zoom lens, new processor chip and built-in Wi-Fi but loses its built-in viewfinder.
Sony Cyber-shot RX100 Mark III
The latest version of Sony’s popular fixed-lens digicam boasts a faster lens, new BIONZ X processor and Full HD 1080/50p video with 50Mbps XAVC S support.
Sony a7R
Sony’s highest-resolution CSC provides full-frame photographic features and quality in a compact camera body.
Sony a5000
A high-resolution interchangeable-lens camera that is smaller and lighter than some similarly-priced DSLRs but lacks a viewfinder and hot-shoe.
Canon PowerShot G16
The latest G-series PowerShot features a faster DIGIC 6 processor, Wi-Fi connectivity and some new shooting modes.
Olympus Stylus 1
A compact, 12-megapixel digicam with a constant f/2.8 aperture, 10.7x optical zoom lens and OM-D styling and functionality.
FIRST LOOK: Olympus OM-D E-M10
The new ‘entry-level’ OM-D camera is marginally smaller than the OM-D E-M5 but provides a similar range of sophisticated controls and functions.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1
The smallest Panasonic CSC to date comes with a retracting 12-32mm zoom lens that covers the same angles of view as a 24-64 mm lens on a 35mm camera.