Pentax has lifted the lid on its new X-5 camera, which arrives packing a rather impressive 26x optical zoom setting.

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Nikon has made some new introductions to its Coolpix line-up, including a P770, a new premium compact.

After a few days of leaked specs and rumours, Nikon has confirmed it will be bringing an Android powered compact camera to market.

Olympus has revealed a new superzoom bridge camera to sit in its Traveller series of cameras with a 40x optical zoom lens.

Canon has announced two new PowerShot superzoom cameras, featuring 16x and 30x optical zooms.

Could it really be true…. could we get Instagram on a compact camera soon?

Canon may have a job to persuade users they don't need a 1.3x crop factor or 21MP, but the Canon EOS 1DX doesn't fail to impress.

As its patent auction rumbles on, Kodak has decided it might hang on to its 1,000-strong patent portfolio after all.

GPS, 3D shooting and 16MP appeal, but do poor battery life and highly specified rivals let this compact camera down?

Olympus has confirmed, after much speculation, that it is working on a new body for its range of Four Thirds lenses.

The perfect balance between ruggedness and style, this waterproof wonder offers more than just a pretty face.

Rumours that the next NEX mirrorless camera from Sony will include a full-frame sensor are circulating. But could it be true?

Buying Guide The Sony RX100 has been very well received since its announcement, but at just over half the price, could the HX20V be a more sensible option?

The rubber grip on the Canon EOS 650D DSLR camera presents a risk of allergic reaction, leading to the recall of 68,200 models.

The Sigma SD1 Merrill offers a cutting-edge 45MP sensor in a basic body at a new, knock-down price. Is it worth shelling out for?

Panasonic has introduced the toughest SD cards ever.

Explained We paid a visit to the Ilford paper factory in Switzerland to take a look at what goes into producing great photo paper.

A better LCD, more shooting options, and a more reasonable price all sound good to us.

The great Kodak patent sell-off has begun but the firm's digital imaging patents have garnered disappointing opening bids.

Updated In September, camera and accessory manufacturers will gather in Cologne to show off their latest tech at the biennial Photokina show.

Updated A set of leaked images appears to show the Nikon J2, which is believed to be the company's next compact system camera.

Updated Compact camera, mirrorless compact system camera (CSC) or SLR? We'll help you decide.

Canon has refreshed its range of Pixma scanner and printer combos, to include four new budget models.

Updated There are hundreds of compact cameras out there, waiting for you to ogle and eventually buy one of them. So which one will win you over?