Best Standard Point and Shoot Digital Cameras - 2 to 4 Frames Frames Per Second, 3 to 7 x Optical Zoom

'The new Casio EX-FC100 is the fastest digital camera in town, capable of taking 30 six megapixel images in just a single second. '

'high quality video'

'Excellent build quality.'

'dynamic image stabilisation'

'Canon's PowerShot S95 reaches the current upper limit of image quality in pocket-sized digital cameras—that's why it wins our Editors' Choice for the category.'

'Canon's PowerShot S95 is a compact digital camera that's perfect for travellers or even photography enthusiasts who want a small camera with manual controls.'

'most ingenious camera controls'

'the S95 is very, very small.'

'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. '

'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'

'excellent features'

'Can withstand drops up to 6.6 feet.'

'built-in GPS antenna'

'Focusing speed is fast in bright, outdoor environments.'

'Great value-for-money.'

'Fun creative filters'

'The A3300 IS is a small and stylish compact which fits easily into your pocket. '