Casio has announced the Exilim EX-F1, with a burst mode capable of 60fps.

Just over two years since the launch of the GR Digital model, Ricoh has announced its successor in the shape of the GR Digital II.

Samsung completed a manic day of releases with the announcement of its 8MP S85, vowing to set a new standard in entry-level point and shoots.

Canon releases the Digital IXUS 950 IS, complete with face detection technology and optical image stabilization.

Canon has announced the release of the 8MP PowerShot S5 IS, complete with 12x optical zoom.

Ricoh has announced the latest addition to its Caplio range and the first camera of its kind to feature a removable electronic viewfinder.

Samsung Cameras has unveiled two unique additions to its NV range of compacts - a stylish silver version of the NV3 and the special edition NV3 OPL, a camera coated with Oriental Plant Lacquer and a pattern.

Panasonic unveiled a duo of updates to its successful TZ1 compact. The new 6MP TZ2 and 7MP TZ3 offer a 28mm lens and 10x optical zoom.

Amongst Panasonic's spring camera line-up are two new LZ series models, the LZ6 and LZ7. Both offer 7MP, 6x optical zoom and image stabilization.

Panasonic's LS range is to receive a boost with the 7.2 megapixel LS75 and 6 megapixel LS60. The cameras offer 3x optical zoom, AA battery compatibility and image stabilisation.