Best Digital Cameras - 1.7 to 2.5 in. LCD Screen Size, 4 to 8 x Optical Zoom

'if you want the convenience of AA batteries, an optical viewfinder, optical image stabilization, and a low price, this camera has them and takes good photos, too. '

'Despite its low price, it's a great pick for those who prefer to shoot using auto settings exclusively. '

'With 10 megapixels and a 4x zoom lens, plus Canon's excellent image stabilization (IS), the Canon PowerShot A1000IS is a great little camera with lots of capability in a svelte, compact package. '

'Consumers liked them because they were affordable, relatively compact, user-friendly, feature rich, and sturdily built. '

'if you want the convenience of AA batteries, an optical viewfinder, optical image stabilization, and a low price, this camera has them and takes good photos, too. '

'Shooting features remain strong on the A1100, however, and the camera is newbie-friendly.'

'The results were impressive, and the PowerShot A1100 IS proved itself as a compact that can handle a starry sky with a little help from a tripod.'

'Build quality is first rate'

'good sized screen'

'this sleek metal model looks positively petite.'

'the SD890 is fairly responsive.'

'most unique looking SD camera'

'Ergonomics are generally good.'

'very competent little camera'

'The smooth, plastic body feels good in the hand, and one-handed shooting is definitely possible with the camera's limited controls.'

'Canon claims the E1 is capable of continuous 1.3 fps shooting until the card is full with a sufficiently fast card.'

'This series aims to provide cameras which are easy and comfortable to use.'

'Very nice little camera'

'the camera was able to identify his face and profile.'

'camera good balance'

'small, stylish cameras'

'great little camera'

'Bottom line - The Casio Exilim EX-Z800 is a nice little pocket camera that has a very appealing price tag of just $149 US. '

'The first thing that struck me about the EX-Z800 is how light it is, weighing only 124g with the battery and memory card installed.'

'useful 27mm-equivalent wide angle'

'fairly good camera specs'

'with the camera is very easy both in and out of the water.'

'most rugged camera'

'the W80 is pretty versatile.'

'The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 is quite attractive for a sub-$200 camera.'

'Good ISO performance.'

'spot on and color reproduction was vivid.'