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Canon's EF 500mm f4L IS USM is a super-telephoto lens adored by wildlife and sports photographers alike. The focal length, equivalent to 800mm on a cropped-frame body, delivers decent-sized images of distant subjects, while the f4 maximum aperture allows you to isolate them with a very shallow depth-of-field. It's a superb lens but don't let the huge price tag put you off - for less than you think, you could rent one for a special event, which is exactly what I did for a recent trip to Florida to view a Space Shuttle launch. Find out why it ended up being my favourite lens in my Canon 500mm review, which includes a brand new video showing it in action.

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The COOLPIX L24 is one of Nikon's most affordable point-and-shoot digital cameras, yet sports a higher resolution sensor and bigger screen than most rivals at this price point. For little more than 100 USD, it gives you a 14 Megapixels with a 3in screen and 3.6x zoom, and while there's unsurprisingly no HD video image stabilisation, you are getting foolproof operation. The big question then is how the picture quality compares to rival models? To find out we compared it against two Canon PowerShots, one slightly cheaper and one a little more expensive. Discover which will be the best budget compact for you in our Nikon COOLPIX L24 review!

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Canon's PowerShot A1200 is a 12.1 Megapixel budget camera with a 4x zoom. It's the second cheapest model in Canon's current line-up, but offers a surprising feature-set for its price point. Unlike most entry-level cameras, the zoom offers true wide-angle coverage, the video recording is in 720p HD, and there's even a small optical viewfinder which is handy when the screen becomes hard to view in direct sunlight, or if the battery is running low on charge. Is it worth spending the extra over the cheapest A800, or considering Nikon's rival COOLPIX L24? We've compared all three in our Canon PowerShot A1200 review!

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Panasonic's Lumix FS18 / FH5 is a slim but affordable compact, boasting 16 Megapixels, a 4x stabilised zoom with wide-angle coverage, and 720p HD video recording. It's an impressive build and specification for a price that's only slightly higher than many entry-level models. If you're happy with 14 Megapixels, there's also the otherwise identical Lumix FS16 / FH2 to consider at a slightly lower price. In our full review we'll compare them both, along with seeing how Canon's PowerShot A3300 IS measures-up. If you're looking for a step-up from an entry-level compact without breaking the bank, you've come to the right place! See our Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS18 / FH5 review.

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The PowerShot A800 is the cheapest point-and-shoot camera in Canon's 2011 line-up. It replaces the earlier A490 / A495 and sports 10 Megapixels, a 3.3x optical zoom and a 2.5in screen. It's a basic specification, but crucially hits a price-point lower than any Canon compact before it. The question then is whether it's any good, and we'll reveal all in our full review which compares it against the most affordable point-and-shooter from Nikon, along with the next model up in Canon's range to see if it's worth spending a bit extra. Prepare to be surprised at the quality of this cheap but cheerful camera in our Canon PowerShot A800 review

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Panasonic's Lumix DMC-TZ18 / ZS8, is the simpler and more affordable version of the Lumix DMC-TZ20 / ZS10 pocket super-zoom. It shares the same 16x optical zoom, the same 14.1 Megapixel resolution and the same degree of auto and manual control, all packed into much the same body. So while the TZ18 / ZS8 may be lacking the bells and whistles of the TZ20 / ZS10, it delivers the same core functionality at a lower price; some might even prefer the quality from its CCD sensor. Does this make it the preferred pocket super-zoom for budget buyers? Find out in our Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ18 / ZS8 review where we'll compare its quality and features directly against the TZ20 / ZS10.

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Canon's PowerShot A3300 IS is a 16 Megapixel point-and-shoot compact with a 5x optical zoom and 3in screen. It's the new top model in the affordable PowerShot A-series, and also features wide-angle coverage, a 720p HD movie mode, and a very confident auto mode, along with a new LIVE control which guides you through making various adjustments. Find out how it compares against a key rival from Panasonic, along with Canon's slightly cheaper A3200 IS in our Canon PowerShot A3300 IS review!

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The EOS 600D / Rebel T3i is Canon's latest mid-range DSLR, which slots between the EOS 550D / T2i and EOS 60D. It features the same 18 Megapixel sensor as both these models, and shares the same core HD movie modes too. The new model inherits the articulated screen of the 60D, along with manual adjustment over audio levels and simplified wireless flash control. It also sports Creative Filters in playback, multiple aspect ratios in Live View, an enhanced Auto+ mode with scene detection, and two neat new movie modes which can greatly magnify your image or assemble a series of short clips. In our full review we'll help you decide which Canon DSLR will be best for your needs or whether you should consider rivals like Sony. Find out in our Canon EOS 600D / Rebel T3i review!

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The Lumix DMC-TZ20 / ZS10 is the latest model in Panasonic's enormously popular travel zoom series. It may physically resemble last year's TZ10 / ZS7, but now features a broader 16x optical zoom, a touch-screen display, Full HD 1080i video, 3D photo capture, and enhanced GPS capabilities. Under the hood is a new CMOS sensor which avoids vertical streaking in movies, while also supporting fast continuous shooting. In our full review we'll examine the performance of the new sensor and lens, and take a close look at the GPS, 3D, Handheld Night Shot and HD movie capabilities. Find out if Panasonic remains the King of the compact super-zooms in our Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 / ZS10 review!

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The Nikkor AF-S 35mm f/1.4G is a high quality wide angle prime lens designed for use on DX or FX format bodies. Joining the recent 24mm, 50mm and 85mm models, it completes a set of four updated Nikkor primes featuring f1.4 focal ratios. The 35mm focal length is one of the most useful on both DX and FX format bodies: on the former it delivers standard coverage, while on the latter it offers mild wide-angle without the distortion of shorter focal lengths. In our Nikkor 35mm f1.4G review diary we'll take a close look at Nikon's most expensive 35mm prime, and see if it lives up to expectations.

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Canon's IXUS 1000 HS (or PowerShot SD4500 IS as it's known in North America) claimed the title of the World's slimmest super-zoom camera when launched. It packs a 10x optical zoom, 3in widescreen display and 10 Megapixel CMOS sensor into a body measuring just 22mm thick. The CMOS sensor allows Full HD 1080p video recording and fairly quick continuous shooting, while the sensible resolution and clever burst composite mode attempt to keep noise levels under control. See how it measures-up in our Canon IXUS 1000 HS / SD4500 IS review!

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Nikon currently offers three 35mm prime lenses: the ageing AF 35mm f2.0D, the low-cost DX 35mm f1.8G and the latest high-end AF-S 35mm f1.4G. But how does their quality compare on both cropped and full-frame bodies? Camera Labs' forum moderator Thomas has conducted in-depth tests of all three for upcoming reviews, but right now we wanted to give you a sneak-preview of their sharpness side-by side. Prepare to be surprised by the affordable DX 35mm on a full-frame body and look out for unexpected differences in light transmission. We reveal all in our Nikkor 35mm prime lens comparison! PS - Thomas has also written a version for German readers!

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