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Come back with the best holiday snaps by snapping up one of these snazzy new digital cameras.

5 FLASHY NEW DIGITAL CAMERAS

1 / PANASONIC FT2
From its sturdy looks, you can tell this camera means business. It’s waterproof to 10m and can withstand temperatures as low as -10ºC. The Leica lens also ensures it takes excellent photographs no matter what the weather. €400, www.PANASONIC.COM

2 / OLYMPUS E-P1
Despite its retro styling, this camera is packed full of the latest features and works on the “Micro Four Thirds” system. This “standard” offers DSLR quality in a compact design and allows you to swap parts from other manufacturers. €540, www.OLYMPUS.COM

3 / NIKON COOLPIX S1000PJ
Start showing off your holiday snaps right away with the Coolpix’s built-in projector. It does make the camera a little bulky, but the ability to create slideshows complete with music certainly makes things interesting. €280, www.NIKON.COM

4 / FUJI FINEPIX REAL 3D W1
Armed with two lenses, this camera can take cool 3D images. But, be warned, if you want to view them in all their glory off the LCD screen you need to buy a special frame, or send off for a print at €5.70 (£5) a pop. €499, www.FUJIFILM.COM

5 / SAMSUNG ST550
This model’s front-mounted screen will make dodgy self-portraits a thing of the past. It can also play cartoons to keep children’s attention, be used as a countdown clock and flash up a smiley face to get your subjects ready! €240, www.SAMSUNG.COM