Best Digital Cameras - 500 to 600 $ Prices, 1 to 4 x Digital Zoom

'The X30 is a very good.'

'having used the X30 for a week it has still really impressed us.'

'High quality electronic viewfinder'

'In-camera artistic filters. '

'silent auto focus performance'

'extremely gorgeous looking design'

'aesthetically pleasing camera'

'The GF2 is a nice camera for those new to more advanced photography, as it works well in both automatic and manual modes. '

'aesthetically pleasing camera'

'Fast and responsive'

'But, aside from a few other minor criticisms, the S90 is a first-rate compact camera for advanced amateurs. '

'Having lived with the S90 for a couple of weeks, that special impression is still with us - it's a magnificent compact camera. '

'The PowerShot S90 IS is a definite contender for ye olde camera of the year. '

'The S10 had more features, better construction and better image quality than Canon's other small digital cameras. '

'For the photographer who wants to go out and get quality results without the need for a full DSLR system, the G11 is perfect and I think the drop in resolution was the right way to go judging by the performance and noise tests. '

'Whether a professional photographer looking for a smaller camera to tote along on assignment or a snap-happy sports fan heading to the big game, the new PowerShot digital cameras give users options for upgrading their shooting experience. '

'Indoor with flash, indoor with available light, outdoor - the G11 produced excellent results. '

'small, sturdy camera'

'the SD880 is nice-looking, easy to hold, and feels sturdy in your hands.'

'The body is smooth and there's no area that promotes any sort of secure feel when holding the camera, particularly one-handed, so like most cameras of this size and shape the SD880 cries out for use of the wrist strap to avoid drops.'

'the various doors on the camera body feel fairly sturdy.'