jIntroduction The DMC-FS7 is a new entry in Panasonic's Lumix line-up, featuring a 10.1-megapixel sensor and a fully automatic mode called iA - for Intelligent Auto mode - that adjusts every last setting without requiring any user input. Optical ...

• Sturdy feel • Clean, uncluttered design • Full auto mode does all the work • Few manual controls • Inconsistency in exiting sub-menus • Flash is a little too close to the lens

Introduction You used to have a pay a major league salary to get a camera with double-digit megapixels, but those days are gone; the Casio Exilim EX-Z29 is a 10.1 megapixel camera that's priced aggressively at $149.99. But while it may be a big hitter ...

• Well priced for a 10-megapixel model • Clean, simple design • Available in 5 colors • Screen is rather low resolution and grainy • No image stabilization

Introduction The Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS features a 10-megapixel sensor, 3x zoom lens and a plethora of smart features to help you catch smiles and avoid the pitfalls of taking pictures in environments filled with action, excitement and less ...

• Behold! It has an optical viewfinder! • Good in-camera photo editing options • An abundance of automatic settings • May be too small for those with large hands • Virtually no manual controls • Pink color is too lurid (though there are other ...

Introduction Canon's 12.1-megapixel PowerShot A2100 IS has a good-looking design, but a somewhat basic set of features overall. While it does have several automatic modes, the A2100 doesn't have a tutorial mode as many other entry-level point ...

• 6x zoom lens • Looks professional • Handles well • No help mode for beginners • Basic feature set • Less portable than average

Introduction Last week at the PMA (Photo Marketing Association) trade show, we got a sneak peak at one of Canon's upcoming additions to their Digital ELPH series: the Canon PowerShot SD960 IS. The small, curvaceous point-and-shoot captures 12.1 ...

• A soft, curvaceous design • Clear information and displays; beautifully designed menus • A smart and responsive scroll wheel is the central control device • A huge laundry list of auto features, scene modes, focus assist tools, face detection, ...

Introduction Fujifilm is taking the plunge with the FinePix FZ33WP, the company's first waterproof point and shoot camera. We tried a pre-production model of the 10-megapixel camera at the PMA show in Las Vegas, and it looked to be an interesting ...

• Small, sleek design • Bright colors • Easy to use • Short zoom range • Proprietary USB port • Zoom control is awkward

Introduction The Z30 is a very compact, fairly inexpensive, 10-megapixel point-and-shoot that will be available soon from Fujifilm for around $180. We got our hands on a bright orange model at PMA in Las Vegas and the little Z30 showed us a couple ...

• Lots of playback effects and settings • Numerous continuous shooting and self-timer modes • Small and compact, but still includes 3x optical zoom • No manual controls • Awkward, clunky design results in poor grip • Cramped buttons on back side ...

Introduction The Canon PowerShot SD970 IS succeeds the SD890 IS right in the middle of Canon's lineup. Available in April of 2009, Canon's suggested retail price is $379.99, but we expect that will fall to more reasonable levels rather quickly. ...

• 3-inch, 461,000 dot LCD display • 720p video recording with HDMI out • Small and attractive • Easy to use • Price • 37mm wide angle is sub-par • Mediocre maximum aperture

Introduction Canon's foray into the world of super-tough cameras has produced the PowerShot D10, a cute-looking $329.99 camera that shoots at 12 megapixels with a 3x zoom, can handle water pressure to 33 feet, temperatures down to 14°F, and the ...

• Robust but cute • Interesting modular attachment system • Can handle a lot of water • Comparatively inexpensive • Large form factor • Only 3x zoom • Lack of manual control

Introduction The PMA (Photo Marketing Association) trade show gave us a sneak peak at the latest ultra-slim digital camera from Canon, the PowerShot SD780 IS Digital ELPH. With its impressive small measurements, 12-megapixel still photos, and 720p ...

• A nice ultra-slim, elegant design • Clear information and displays • Intuitive controls • A huge laundry list of auto features, scene modes, focus assist tools, face detection, etc. • Colors will appeal to a wide demographic • 720p video, but ...