If you can get the wireless technology working easily, this is a brilliant purchase. Definitely on our watch list.

If you don't want to fool with interchangeable lenses (or you prefer framing shots with an LCD panel), and you don't need the gee-whiz features found on other advanced models, the S9500 is a good compromise

If zooming is your thing, then the S4 might be the perfect point and shoot for you.

The FZ30 is a joy to take pictures with. If not for the price tag, and the image noise problem, this would be one of our favourites. As it stands, it is a solid entry by Panasonic, and will satisfy most users.

If you need a snazzy, point and shoot to match your wardrobe, impress your friends and take some crisp pictures all at once, Sony's T5 might be for you.

One of the smallest, most well designed cameras we've laid our hands on, the Z500 is unfortunately let down by poor image quality.

A robust camera in both design and features, the Z120 suffers from image quality problems that really degrade the quality of the package as a whole.

Sophistication thy name is Ricoh. A wonderful looking camera that takes some great snaps and will satisfy most buyers.

A fairly average camera that has a few things to offer, but suffers from poor picture quality. There are other models in a comparable price range that offer much better images.

If picture quality is paramount, you are not going to find a much better point and shoot than the A620.

The D2X offers a fine upgrade for Nikon pros and is competitively priced

If you want a carry-around camera capable of handling a wide range of tasks, including good-quality video, the S2IS is well worth a look.