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Three of the best digital cameras

By Sally - Silversurfer's Editor Jun 17, 2014

The standalone camera market is making its comeback, as people finally realise smartphones are great for snaps on social media but top quality images require dedicated devices. Here are our top three

:: It’s going fast

Sony Alpha a7 CSC + 28-70mm Lens – £1,499 from jessops.com (pictured above)

This new breed of CSC or Compact System Cameras offer all the functionality of larger cameras but have removed the mirror so they’re smaller and lighter. This unit is Sony’s flagship snapper right now, offering a 24.3 megapixel sensor into a sturdy magnesium unit weighing in at just 416g. Clever internal workings mean it has super-fast autofocus tracking for quick-moving targets (be that sports’ day, or a trip to the Grand Prix).

:: Colour portable

Nikon 1 S2 Compact System Camera 11-27.5mm Lens

Nikon 1 S2 Compact System Camera 11-27.5mm Lens

Nikon 1 S2 Compact System Camera 11-27.5mm Lens – £379.99 from jessops.com

We were initially drawn to this one for its summer inspired casing, but on further inspection the internal workings and image delivery are just as impressive. There isn’t a viewfinder but you’ll soon get over that when you see what the 14.2 megapixel sensor does offer; shooting at speed and delivering 20 frames per second in autofocus and up to 60 in fixed focus. These are specs to make bigger and more expensive cameras weep – and a built-in flash just adds to their woes.

:: Starters orders

Canon EOS 1200D with 18-55 mm lens

Canon EOS 1200D with 18-55 mm lens

Canon EOS 1200D with 18-55 mm lens – £439.99 from currys.co.uk

To coincide with the launch of this new model, the folk at Canon have released an EOS companion app to help get beginners through their first DSLR experience. But though it may be aimed at newbies to the big camera market, with an 18 megapixel sensor and a decent ISO light sensitivity level that enables almost see-in-the dark performances, this Canon definitely has a serious side too.

 

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Sally - Silversurfer's Editor

Mother of three grown-up daughters and a proud grandma too, I am the ultimate multi-tasker and am passionate about my role as Silversurfers Website Editor and Social Media Manager. Always on the lookout for all things that will interest and entertain our community. Fueling fun for the young at heart!

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