Best Digital Cameras - 1600 to 10000 Max. ISO Speed, 0.475 to 1 lb. Weight, Under $300

42x optical zoom available with Digic 4+ processor

This camera packs a 24-1008mm zoom lens for serious close-ups

This is a camera for someone who finds they’ve outgrown their basic point-and-shoot and wants to start dipping their toe into manual settings.

Offering a 30x optical zoom in a pocketable package, the SX700HS might just be the perfect compact for travellers

Easily pack 30x worth of optical zoom in your pocket

Pocket-friendly it may not be, but what you get in the Canon PowerShot SX700 HS is a strong compact camera with a terrific long lens that produces great images and videos.

30x travel zoom overflows with features

A toughened and waterproof compact camera that looks strangely familiar

Has shooting modes for every type of photographer from casual to advanced

Sharp lens, 20x zoom range

Quicker GPS and better image quality

Finger rail grip, Better than average noise control

Waterproof to 50 feet, Excellent high ISO performance

GPS, Full HD movies with stereo sound

Very sturdy body is one of the most rugged on the market

One of the toughest cameras available

Excellent wireless features and an abundance of shooting options

Sharp images, Integrated Wi-Fi

Suit a wide range of abilities

Fast maximum aperture, neutral colors, integral handgrip

Pictures are good, sharp and well

Compact lightweight body

Compact design despite large zoom

Big lens, small body

Sharp lens, Good high ISO performance

Multiple picture effects and color modes

Pretty good camera to use on a day to day basis

Fantastic underwater