Top 10 Point-and-Shoot Cameras
Easy to use, point-and-shoot cameras are a great choice for the casual photographer. Here's a look at the ten highest-rated cameras available right now, based on hands-on testing and PC World Test Center evaluations.
Edited by Tim Moynihan
Bottom Line:
The Optio P70 lacks a few frills, but it represents good value for a stylishly thin point-and-shoot.
PC World Rating:
77.3 (Good)
- Max. Megapixels: 12Megapixels
- Price When Reviewed: $200
- Optical Zoom: 4X Zoom
- Zoom Range Min. (mm): 27.5
- Zoom Range Max. (mm): 110
- Weight (ounces): 4.5
- Media Slots: SD Card
Bottom Line:
For value, ease-of-use, looks, and image quality, the Coolpix L20 is one of the best bargain point-and-shoots we've seen.
PC World Rating:
77.9 (Fair)
- Max. Megapixels: 10.34Megapixels
- Price When Reviewed: $130
- Optical Zoom: 3.6X Zoom
- Zoom Range Min. (mm): 38
- Zoom Range Max. (mm): 136
- Weight (ounces): 6.4
- Media Slots: SD Card
Bottom Line:
The SD850 IS performs similarly to the newer SD870 IS but has a smaller LCD, a lens that isn't as wide--and a better price.
PC World Rating:
78.2 (Very Good)
- Max. Megapixels: 8Megapixels
- Price When Reviewed: $300
- Optical Zoom: 4X Zoom
- Zoom Range Min. (mm): 35
- Zoom Range Max. (mm): 140
- Weight (ounces): 6.7
- Media Slots: SD Card
Bottom Line:
A beautiful touch-sensitive screen is the major draw of this feature-packed camera.
PC World Rating:
78.8 (Good)
- Max. Megapixels: 14.7Megapixels
- Price When Reviewed: $300
- Optical Zoom: 4X Zoom
- Zoom Range Min. (mm): 28
- Zoom Range Max. (mm): 101
- Weight (ounces): 5.7
- Media Slots: SD Card
Bottom Line:
Superb design, excellent picture quality and a wide-angle lens make the SD880 IS a divine travel companion.
PC World Rating:
79.0 (Good)
- Max. Megapixels: 10Megapixels
- Price When Reviewed: $299
- Optical Zoom: 4X Zoom
- Zoom Range Min. (mm): 28
- Zoom Range Max. (mm): 112
- Weight (ounces): 6.1
- Media Slots: SD Card
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