Canon
PowerShot A2400 IS
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 16 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS 1/2.3" Compact camera 16 MP CCD 4608 x 3456 pixels Black
Model code: 6188B012
Digital camera reviews UK: compare the best digital cameras
Compare digital cameras with independent expert reviews, COR Scores and exact-model specifications. Find the best fit for your needs, explore the buying advice below and check available UK retailer offers.
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Choosing the best digital cameras starts with how you will use them. Consider family and travel, wildlife and distance, learning photography, then match the features and practical requirements to your shortlist.
Our UK digital camera reviews comparison brings together published critics’ assessments and recorded product specifications. A COR Score converts eligible ratings to five points and gives each publisher equal weight. Read the original reviews for the reasoning, tested configuration and review date; an average becomes available after three distinct critics.
Use the available category filters to explore recorded features. Open each product to check its full manufacturer code, configuration and current review coverage. Compare retailer offers for that exact version, including condition, accessories and delivery.
Below the results, explore the buying guides, work through how to choose, or use the glossary to make sense of unfamiliar specifications.
Canon
PowerShot A2500
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 16 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
Canon PowerShot A2500 1/2.3" Compact camera 16 MP CCD 4608 x 3456 pixels Black
Model code: 8253B011
Canon
PowerShot A3100 IS
Shown option: Silver. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 12.1 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 640 x 480 pixels
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS 1/2.3" Compact camera 12.1 MP CCD 4000 x 3000 pixels Silver
Model code: 4255B014
Canon
PowerShot A3300 IS
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 16 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 1/2.3" Compact camera 16 MP CCD 4608 x 3456 pixels Pink
Model code: 5034B011
Canon
PowerShot A3400 IS
Shown option: 0 MB RAM · Silver. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 16 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS 1/2.3" Compact camera 16 MP CCD 4608 x 3456 pixels Silver
Model code: 6182B011
Canon
PowerShot A3500 IS
Shown option: Black. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 16 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS 1/2.3" Compact camera 16 MP CCD 4608 x 3456 pixels Black
Model code: 8156B012
Canon
PowerShot A4000 IS
Shown option: Silver. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 16 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS 1/2.3" Compact camera 16 MP CCD 4608 x 3456 pixels Silver
Model code: 6148B012
Canon
PowerShot D10
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 12.1 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 640 x 480 pixels
Canon PowerShot D10 1/2.3" Compact camera 12.1 MP CCD 4000 x 3000 pixels Blue
Model code: 3508B011
Canon
PowerShot D20
Shown option: Blue. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 12.1 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
Canon PowerShot D20 1/2.3" Compact camera 12.1 MP CMOS 4000 x 3000 pixels Blue
Model code: 6145B011
Canon
PowerShot D30
Shown option: Blue. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 12 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
Canon PowerShot D30 1/2.3" Compact camera 12 MP CMOS 4000 x 3000 pixels Blue
Model code: 9337B011
Canon
Powershot E1
Shown option: 32 MB RAM · White. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 10 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3"
- Maximum video resolution
- 640 x 480 pixels
Canon PowerShot E1 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels White
Model code: 3100B009
Canon
PowerShot G1 X Mark II
Shown option: Black. Scores shown apply to this option.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixel
- 13.1 MP
- Image sensor size
- 1.5"
- Maximum video resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II 1.5" Compact camera 13.1 MP CMOS 4352 x 2904 pixels Black
Model code: 9167B011
Select a product to check its exact model, reviewed version and available retailer offers. Matching model options are grouped together where supported; the displayed score belongs to the shown option. Individual critic reviews remain visible while a product builds towards three critics for a COR Score.
Your reading library
Digital camera buying guides
Understand the features and specifications you see in digital camera reviews. Read the complete guide or explore a focused topic.
Read the complete buying guide Back to the results ↑Focused guide
Camera sensor sizes explained without the hype
Larger sensors can gather more light at the same framing and equivalent depth of field, but they also tend to require larger lenses. The finished photograph depends on the complete camera, exposure and…
Explore the guide →Focused guide
How much camera zoom do you actually need?
Choose focal-length range from subjects and working distance, then balance it against lens brightness, size and image quality.
Explore the guide →Focused guide
Camera autofocus and subject tracking explained
Match autofocus to subjects, lens and burst needs instead of comparing focus-point counts.
Explore the guide →Focused guide
Compact camera video features that matter
Judge video through crop, autofocus, stabilisation, audio, heat and recording duration rather than resolution label alone.
Explore the guide →Your six-step checklist
How to choose the right digital cameras
Find the best fit for your priorities, your setup and your budget.
Turn expert digital camera reviews into a shortlist with these six practical checks.
Name demanding subjects
Name the subjects and situations a phone cannot handle well enough.
Your decision Defined demanding subjects.
Compare complete carry weight
Compare carry weight including lens, battery, card and case.
Your decision Compared complete carry weight.
Read focus and zoom tests
Read autofocus and long-zoom reviews for your intended subjects.
Your decision Read focus and zoom evidence.
Budget the camera workflow
Check battery, charger, card and backup workflow costs.
Your decision Costed camera workflow.
Check video limitations
Verify video recording limits and editing requirements if relevant.
Your decision Checked video limits.
Plan long-term support
Confirm service, spare battery and lens support for the planned lifetime.
Your decision Planned long-term support.
Ready to build your shortlist? Use these checks to narrow the results, then read the evidence for each exact model.
Make it work for you
Plan the camera workflow
Turn your everyday needs into a practical setup. Record these details before comparing your final shortlist.
Picture it in everyday use
- Name the subjects and situations where a phone is insufficient.
- Compare complete carry weight including a separate lens where applicable, battery, card and case.
- Check recording, files, backups, service and lens support.
| Requirement | What to record or check |
|---|---|
| Subjects | Shooting situations, focal lengths and focus or zoom evidence |
| Carry kit | Body, lens, battery, card, charger, case and total weight |
| Workflow | Video limits, file formats, editing, storage and backups |
| Lifetime support | Service route, spare battery, lenses and ownership period |
Use the exact model’s manual and manufacturer specifications to confirm measurements, connections and supported features.
Keep your priorities together. A short set of notes makes it easier to compare complete offers and discuss your requirements with a retailer or installer.
System, repair and reviews
For fixed-lens cameras, check service and battery availability. For interchangeable systems, the lens range and support ecosystem can matter more than a body-only comparison.
Practical check Match review samples to the exact camera and firmware where possible. Count on Reviews aggregates linked critic scores only after three distinct reviews and does not claim hands-on tests of its own.
Explore this in the buying guide →Focal length and shutter response
Compare the focal lengths you use rather than a zoom ratio alone. A 10x zoom beginning at a wide lens frames different subjects from a 10x zoom beginning longer, and maximum aperture can change across the range.
Practical check For children, pets or travel moments, review start-up, autofocus and shutter response. A camera with a detailed sensor is little help if it misses the expression while focus locks.
Explore this in the buying guide →Controls, viewfinder and flash
Check whether you can change exposure compensation, focus point and flash settings without diving through menus. These controls affect moving and backlit subjects more than a modest difference in sensor resolution.
Practical check A viewfinder can help in bright light, but its type, coverage and dioptre adjustment affect usability. Test it with glasses if that is how you will shoot.
Explore this in the buying guide →Independent reviews, made comparable
What does the COR Score mean?
One consistent scale makes different publishers’ ratings easier to compare. The original review explains why a critic reached that verdict.
Read our scoring methodology →Scale conversion · example
8/ 104.00/ 5
An illustration of conversion, not a rating for a listed product.
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Check the match
Identify the exact product and the version reviewed. Check model codes, configuration and the included package.
- 02
Compare on one scale
Convert eligible ratings to five points, count each publisher once and give every critic equal weight.
- 03
Require three critics
Show the average to two decimal places after three distinct critics. Otherwise show tbd while keeping individual reviews visible.
Read the score alongside the critic count, review dates, tested version and strengths that matter to you. Linked reviews of related hardware remain separate from the selected product’s score.
Explore the catalogue
A growing choice to discover
Compare the recorded models, explore different configurations and follow the available expert reviews. Use each product page for its latest evidence and retailer links.
Return to the results ↑- Listed model options
- 845
- Options with critic ratings
- 224
- Brands to explore
- 8
Explore your options
Browse brands and features
Follow a manufacturer or a selection based on recorded product features.
Your questions, answered
Digital camera buying FAQ
Ten answers to help you make an informed choice.
01Are more megapixels always better?
No. Lens, sensor, processing and technique all affect images. Choose around the subjects and conditions you photograph.
02Should I buy a compact or interchangeable-lens camera?
Choose a compact for simplicity and portability, or a system camera if lenses and controls support your goals. Compare total kit, not body alone.
03Do I need a fast memory card?
Check the camera manual for the recording modes you use. Burst and high-bitrate video can need particular card performance.
04How do I choose the best digital cameras for my needs?
Start with your main use, practical setup and total budget. The comparison table above identifies useful features for different priorities. Use the category filters, then check exact-model specifications and the original reviews for your shortlist.
05What does the COR Score tell me?
It summarises eligible independent critic ratings on a five-point scale, with one equally weighted rating per publisher. The displayed average has two decimal places. Open the original reviews to see how the findings relate to your priorities.
06Why do some products display tbd?
A public COR Score becomes available after three distinct critics. Until then, tbd indicates that review coverage is still building; available individual reviews remain visible. It is different from a zero rating.
07Does a review cover every version or accessory bundle?
Check the version actually reviewed. Confirmed equivalent colour, storage or accessory variants can share model-level reviews with a tested-version label. Related hardware, different generations and other distinct editions are shown separately and do not contribute to the selected product’s score.
08How can I filter the digital cameras?
Filters use the recorded specifications for each model or option. Choose a brand or feature, then apply your filters to narrow the results. Missing information is not treated as confirmed feature support. Open the product page to check the full specification.
09What should I check when comparing retailer offers?
Match the complete manufacturer code, configuration, condition and included items. Add delivery and necessary accessories to compare the total cost, and confirm stock, warranty and returns details with the retailer.
10How should I use older reviews or previous-generation models?
Check the review date, tested version and current manufacturer support. Compare the features you need, replacement parts or consumables where relevant, and the complete offer. A useful older review can still explain a model well, while availability and services may have changed.
Specifications, explained
Digital camera glossary
Understand the terms, then use the buying checks to compare exact models.
12 terms
Image and lens4 terms
- Sensor size
The physical dimensions of a camera’s light-sensitive imaging surface.
Buying check Consider the complete lens-and-camera system and real image tests.
- Megapixels
The number of image pixels expressed in millions.
Buying check Compare actual images, lens quality and processing for your intended output.
- Aperture / f-number
An indication of the lens opening relative to focal length, affecting light capture and depth of field.
Buying check Check how the maximum aperture changes across a zoom range.
- Optical zoom
A change in framing produced by changing the lens’s focal length.
Buying check Check the useful focal-length range and image quality across that range.
Focus and handling4 terms
- Autofocus / AF
A system that adjusts focus automatically using supported detection methods.
Buying check Look for tests with the subjects, lighting and shooting modes you use.
- Optical image stabilisation
Movement of lens or sensor elements intended to reduce blur from camera movement.
Buying check Read still-image and video tests; stabilisation does not freeze a moving subject.
- Viewfinder
An optical or electronic means of composing a photograph at eye level.
Buying check Check visibility, information display and comfort with glasses if relevant.
- RAW image file
A file containing minimally processed image data for editing in compatible software.
Buying check Check software support, storage requirements and your preferred workflow.
Video and system4 terms
- Video frame rate
The number of recorded or displayed video frames per second.
Buying check Check the resolution, crop, recording limits and storage requirements at that rate.
- Rolling shutter
Image distortion that can occur when different parts of a frame are read at different times.
Buying check Read motion and panning tests if you film fast-moving subjects.
- Lens mount
The physical and electronic interface between a camera body and lens.
Buying check Verify the exact mount and supported functions, including any adapter limitations.
- In-body image stabilisation (IBIS)
A system that moves the image sensor to counter some camera movement.
Buying check Check supported lenses, shooting modes and measured results.
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Technical sources and further reading · Check the exact model’s manufacturer documentation for supported features.