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Every camera we review is tested and rated by our Digicambuyer.co.uk experts with only the best products receiving our prestigious awards. See below all of the cameras that have been awarded either the Editor's Choice or Best Value Award.

The Editor's Choice award is given to each camera that scores a perfect 5 stars, excelling in all areas. If you're looking for a top camera and can't quite decide which model to purchase, the Digital Camera Essentials Editor's Choice award is a seal of approval from our expert team of reviewers.

The Best Value Award is given to a camera that provides an amazing amount of features or/and image quality for an impressively low price in comparison to its peers. If you're looking for the best possible value for money or are on a tight budget you can't go wrong with a Best Value Award winner.

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Samsung MV800

 by Debbi Allen on 3rd Feb 2012
There’s no doubt about it, Samsung’s sleek new camera oozes sophistication. Its slim, high-quality build is minimalist yet striking with its flip-out LCD screen. Clearly its standout feature, this unique three-inch screen is fantastic for low or high-angle shots and self-portraits, as
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150

 by Troy Park on 1st Feb 2012
The Panasonic FZ150 is the latest Lumix camera that could be considered a superzoom. It boasts some impressive features, many of which you’d expect to find on CSCs and beginner DSLRs. These include a wealth of full manual options, and although they aren’t as intuitive as a DSLR&rsq
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Sony NEX-5N

 by Debbi Allen on 23rd Jan 2012
The Sony NEX-5N is a nippy shooter. It’s lightweight, portable, and when set to the Speed Priority mode the camera is capable of firing off images at ten frames per second. The fast shooting capabilities make the NEX-5N a first-choice model for capturing sports and action. Once you get u
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Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR

 by Jodie Tyley on 17th Jan 2012
The FinePix F600EXR is a wholly tempting offer. It packs a huge 15x optical zoom, lots of scene modes and built-in GPS at a low price. All of these features are crammed into a compact body that comes in red, black, or white. It’s the perfect travelling companion, with the Landmark Naviga
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Olympus E-PL3

 by Troy Park on 6th Dec 2011
Boasting a new 12.3-megapixel sensor, the Olympus PEN E-PL3 is capable of producing high-res JPEG and RAW images. With a 1080p HD movie mode too, the E-PL3 is a fantastic all-in-one camera for families and enthusiasts looking to step up from a beginner level. The new lightweight design makes t
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Olympus PEN E-PM1

 by Troy Park on 6th Jan 2012
The PEN E-PM1, also known as the Mini, is the latest addition to Olympus’s line of PEN cameras, and it hopes to conquer a growing market. It is the smallest and cheapest PEN, and is looking to capture those who want to move on from their simple compact camera. However, don’t let this
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Nikon COOLPIX S6150

 by Jodie Tyley on 2nd Dec 2011
The latest in Nikon’s Coolpix series offers a fantastic feature set, including 16 megapixels, 7x optical zoom, 720p video recording and more, all for £159. It’s an impressive bang for your small bucks, but the price comes in some functions being less than perfect. The build fe
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Fujifilm FinePix T200

 by Jodie Tyley on 24th Oct 2011
Fujifilm has added to its FinePix series with the T200, a solid and sleek camera that packs a punch. It’s certainly an attractive piece of hardware, with its curved body making it stand out from its boxy brethren. It’s available in black, silver, blue or red, and its 0.9-inch depth ma
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20

 by Debbi Allen on 28th Sep 2011
On the crowded travel-zoom shelf, Panasonic’s TZ20 stands out for its bold ability to be a pocket-sized answer to all a photographer’s needs. The specs scream impressive figures such as ‘16x optical zoom’ for dramatic close-ups and 14 megapixels for printing big. It also d
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Samsung NX11

 by Hayley Paterek on 9th Sep 2011
Samsung’s NX11 is a welcome addition to the compact system camera (CSC) range. It’s a great option for enthusiasts who want a camera that’s simple to use, yet has all the manual features ready to unlock. This eliminates the need to upgrade straight away and, what’s more, C
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