Best Compact Digital Cameras - 1250 to 10000 Max. ISO Speed, 0.48 to 1 lb. Weight, Under $400

'fantastic travel camera'

'If this wasn't enough, the SH-2 also allows you to record silent high-speed movies for slow-motion playback. '

'Panasonic has been at the forefront of the travel compact camera market for some time, and the latest model to sit at the top of the range, the DMC-TZ70 builds on what is already a fantastic reputation.'

'The TG-3 is a worthy successor to its predecessor, and follows it as our Editors' Choice for rugged compact cameras.'

'It's responsive, versatile and durable.'

'The TG-3 is a good rugged point-and-shoot that can take a beating. '

'new sensor and screen'

'The grip-less camera feels surprisingly good in the hand, thanks to thoughtful ideas like a small but well placed  thumb rest on the rear panel.'

'carry-anywhere all-purpose camera'

'The best part about the Olympus XZ-1 was the fact that its image quality backed its hardware, and the camera proved itself a well-equipped tool that excelled when it came to manual controls.'

'Large image sensor'

'The Nikon P7000 is a serious camera for those serious about photography but don't want to commit to a DSLR. '

'In our tests, the Nikon Coolpix P7000 also did the best job of in-camera editing: After snapping a shot, you can choose to have the camera automatically enhance the image via Nikon's Active D Lighting correction, Quick Retouch mode, or skin softening; and you can even apply filters such as a Miniature Mode setting.'

'Using the P7000 was an enjoyable experience for us.'

'high-performance digital camera'