The good: The Canon ImageClass MF3010 is a competent imaging device with quick output, simple controls, and a wallet-friendly price tag for budget-minded students and small offices. The bad: The printer lacks common features like wireless networking and an auto-document feeder. The bottom line: Though...

The good: The Nikon Coolpix L24 is an affordable, easy-to-use compact with a 3-inch LCD that produces photos with pleasing color under the right conditions. The bad: The L24 has a mediocre lens, fewer shooting options than competing models, too little control over results, and slow shooting performance. The...

Now in its second generation, the NEX line has proven to be popular; I generally liked the NEX-5 (we never reviewed the NEX-3) thanks to excellent photo quality and an attractive, compact design, though I still think the line is a bit expensive for people seeking to upgrade from a point-and-shoot. The C3...

One of the things that bugged me about Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-FZ40 was its noticeably slower performance in comparison with its linemate, the FZ100. That apparently changes with its update, the Lumix FZ47. Instead of using the same plain ol’ 14-megapixel CCD, Panasonic swapped in one of its...

The good: The Nikon Coolpix L120 offers a wide, long lens, AA batteries for power, and simple operation at a reasonable price. The bad: The L120 has mediocre photo quality above ISO 200. The bottom line: As long as you have plenty of light, the Nikon Coolpix L120 is a nice camera for snapshooters in love...