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Ben Pitt

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Xara text repel
Xara Photo & Graphic Designer 7 review
Software

Solid improvements to an already outstanding program that combines illustration, DTP, image editing and animation in a friendly interface

£69 inc VAT
Nikon Coolpix S9100
Nikon Coolpix S9100 review
Cameras Compact cameras

A compact ultra-zoom camera that copes well in low light is a rare treat; excellent videos and a superb screen round it out nicely

£240 inc VAT
Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 11 main
Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 11 review
Software

Existing users needn't rush to upgrade, but Sony's low-cost video editor still dominates for its precision and sheer speed of use

£60 inc VAT
Samsung PL90
Samsung PL90 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Dependable image quality, but slow performance and basic videos mean there are better buys

£90 inc VAT
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS review
Cameras Compact cameras

The 14-megapixel resolution is annoying but otherwise this is a likeable, dependable camera at a great price

£110 inc VAT
Olympus VG-130
Olympus VG-130 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Looks great for the price on paper, but automatic exposures leave a lot to be desired

£80 inc VAT
Pentax Optio RS1500
Pentax Optio RS1500 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Not without problems, but serviceable photo and video quality, fun designs and a low price add up to an attractive deal.

£90 inc VAT
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-J10
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-J10 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Generous memory capacity and a USB plug built in, but they don't make up for the basic VGA video resolution and noisy photos.

£143 inc VAT
Nikon Coolpix S2500
Nikon Coolpix S2500 review
Cameras Compact cameras

Slim, attractive and relatively quick, but mediocre photo and video quality take the shine off.

£84 inc VAT
Nikon Coolpix L23
Nikon Coolpix L23 review
Cameras Compact cameras

A seriously low price, but with disappointing automatic exposures and no way to adjust settings, you get what you pay for.

£62 inc VAT