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Top 10 digital compact cameras

We reveal the top 10 digital compact cameras of all time, to help you decide which one is best for your needs…

1. Canon Powershot G11

Winner of TIPA’s Award for Best Expert Compact Camera, the Canon G11 boasts a high-sensitivity 10MP sensor, a wide-angle zoom lens, and a 2.8-inch vari-angle LCD screen.

Click here to read our review of the Canon G11

2. Ricoh CX3

Ricoh doesn’t rest on its laurels, releasing the CX3 compact camera only six months after its predecessor, the CX2. This point-and-shoot compact camerasports a whopping 28-300mm, 10.7x optical zoom and HD video capability.

Click here to read our review of the Ricoh CX3

3. Fujifilm FinePix F80EXR

The F80compact camera introduces HD video capture and the world’s first pet detection. The latter has proved to be a gimmick among forum users, but it doesn’t detract from this stylish compact camera.

Click here to read our review of the Fujifilm F80EXR

4. Casio EXILIM EX-FC100

For high-speed snappers, this is unbeaten. The EX-FC100 compact cameracan shoot at an impressive 30fps burst rate at six megapixels and there’s lag correction. It can even capture slow-motion videos at 1,000fps.

Click here to read our review of the Casio FC100

5. Canon Powershot SX210 IS

The SX210 IS compact camera has both an Easy mode and the option to manually alter exposure modes. There’s also a 14x, optical zoom with IS and HD recording with stereo sound.

Click here to read our review of the Canon SX210

6. Nikon COOLPIX S640

This compact camera’s main selling point is its fast autofocus, meaning photographers don’t miss any off-the-cuff shots. It also has a start-up time of 0.7sec and short shutter release time lag.

Click here to read our review of the Nikon S640

7. Sigma DP2

This compact camera packs the specs of a DSLR into a compact body. With RAW-format recording, manual focus, hotshoe and an SLR-sized image sensor, this is for those looking to advance their photographic skill.

Click here to read our review of the Sigma DP2

8. Samsung WB650

Samsung’s WB650 compact cameracomes with a full set of manual controls, as well as Smart Auto. There are filters to lend artistry to your images and built-in GPS, geotagging and dual IS.

Click here to read our review of the Samsung WB650

9. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5

HDR backlight correction handles high-contrast scenes. Sony's compact camera has also enhanced its intelligent sweep panorama, making it easier to create a wide-angle shot, even with moving objects.

Click here to read our review of the Sony HX5

10. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38

The DMC-FZ38 compact camera has an optical zoom of 18x and HD recording of 720p with stereo sound. Shutter speed and aperture can be adjusted in both.

Click here to read our review of the Panasonic FZ38

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