I know we have a few keen photographers on this forum so was hoping for some advice on a new camera.

I currently have a Lumix TX30 which has served me well but a crack on the rear screen and a half open shutter (got a grain of sand wedged in the shutter and tried everything to get it out) has meant many photos have been spoilt by a mark on the lense which wasnt visible on the screen.

I dont want a DSLR - I have one, a Nikon but the bulk and hassle of changing lenses means it spends most of its life at home, I want a camera that will fit in my pocket or rucksack. My main requirements for a compact camera are a good zoom (20x plus), MP4 video recording, sharp vibrant photos (dont we all) and good photos in the dark / low light without the flash.

So far i have come across 3 that fit the bill but can anyone give advise on any of them or indeed suggest an alternative?

Lumix TZ60 18MP 30x zoom £340
Canon Powershot SX700 16MP 30x zoom £277
Sony Cypershot WX300 18MP 20x zoom £174

some big price differences but dont mind paying for a camera that really fits the bill. One feature I like on the lumix is the digital zoom, I have it on my current one and it expands the 20x zoom upto 40x and the image quality is still very good.

Advice welcome!

Agreed with the lumix, its a massive zoom and it's a leica lens.
That's the one I'd buy

Wife and I both have Lumixes. She takes great photos with hers so the lens must be brill. I take snaps! Ours - 2008 Stornoway Grey HSE Auto
Tricia's - 2006 Royal Blue Beetle Cabriolet Auto
Mine - 2014 Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport Matt Black
Ours - 2007 White Bailey Pageant Champagne

This is what I have got (brill camera): http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nikon-Coolpix-P520...nikon+p520

Will serve me well in USA this year

With some subtle tweaks from iPhoto, I got this shot a few months ago:




**Edit, my camera will only fit in very large pockets but rucksack no problem. Very light for what it is IMO LL.B (Hons) - University of Derby
LOT (Lord of Time) - University of Gallifrey

do not take pics of the x3 the lense may well crack  At work
At home

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http://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-sh...hx60-hx60v ...

Be true to yourself. That way happiness lies...

That Sony one does look pretty smart  LL.B (Hons) - University of Derby
LOT (Lord of Time) - University of Gallifrey

yes that sony one certainly looks tempting...