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Like most Nikon cameras, the build quality is impeccable. The S7c has an all-metal body finished in an attractive matt black with chrome trim, and has a nicely understated design. The body has a wave-like shape, with a smooth curve running the length of the front panel and reprised on the left-hand trim. The camera is thinner towards the right hand end, although it flares out again right at the edge, obviously intended to provide a handgrip…

The Samsung NV3 is a stunning camera design with only average photographic performance. We wish more cameras were designed with this kind of elegance and style, but until the NV-series can deliver images of the quality suggested by that gorgeous exterior, we’ll reserve Dave’s Pick status for the cameras with imaging beauty on the inside as well as outside…

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In practice, the Panasonic Lumix FZ50 left an excellent impression. It truly is a pleasant camera to work with; comfortable in your hand and solid to the touch. In fact, it feels just as if you were working with a digital SLR camera. However, the Panasonic FZ50 is a whole lot cheaper than a DSLR with this type of focal point and image stabilisation! This certainly makes the Panasonic FZ50 worth considering…

I have mixed feelings about this new Lumix model. While offering some awesome features, and a wealth of exposure controls, the higher noise and poor movie mode quality is disappointing. And, with an MSRP of US$499.95, it’s also a bit overpriced. Especially when you consider some of the alternative 10-megapixel models, like Canon’s PowerShot A640 which can be had for about $100 less…

Panasonic has put together a nice digital package, offering good image quality, speedy performance and plenty of exposure options for the entire family. The 6-megapixel Fine images have plenty of resolution to create beautiful 13x19-inch prints or larger. With an MSRP of $US279.95 it’s a bit more expensive than some of the other competitors out there , however, it does offer a good value for a capable 6- megapixel model…