It's now more than a year since we published our last superzoom group test and despite the hype surrounding mirrorless system cameras such as Micro Four Thirds or the Sony NEX, and the fact that entry level DSLRs are becoming more and more affordable, superzoom cameras are as popular with consumers as ever. It is easy to see why. The combination of a large zoom range from wideangle to super telephoto, DSLR-like ergonomics and an attractive price point guarantee that these cameras appeal to a very broad audience. All of the major camera manufacturers carry now at least one 'super zoom' in their lineup and the task of choosing between different cameras is complicated by the frequently minimal specification and design differences between them. We want to help you find the camera that is right for you and to that end we decided to look at nine of the latest models and run them through our testing procedures.