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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Though it doesn't rank first based on any individual aspect of the camera, the Nikon D5100 delivers a solid combination of image quality, performance, features, and design that puts it out in front if you're looking for a well-rounded option under $1,000. Read review

Specs: SLR, 16.2 megapixels, 15.6 x 23.6mm, CMOS

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 43 reviews

The Bottom Line: There's a lot to like about the Nikon Coolpix P100, but you'll need to keep your photo quality expectations in check to really enjoy it. Read review

Specs: Full body, 10 megapixels, 26 x, 26 - 678mm F/2.8, 1/2.3", CMOS, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Snapshooters wanting better photo quality than their smartphone and an 8x zoom lens in a tiny package should certainly consider the Canon PowerShot Elph 310 HS. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 12.1 megapixels, 8 x, 1/2.3", CMOS, Optical

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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The Bottom Line: This addition to the Nikon 1 ILC line features a few tweaks over the J1. Plus, a new lens and dive housing. Read review

Specs: 10.1 megapixels, 3 x, 13.2 x 8.8mm, High Speed AF CMOS, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for the ultimate ultracompact point-and-shoot, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V is probably it. Too bad its price tag is ridiculously high. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 18.2 megapixels, 5 x, 1/2.3", Exmor R CMOS, Optical (Steady Shot with Active Mode)

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: Rugged digital camera, 18.2 megapixels, 5 x, 1/2.3", Exmor R CMOS, Optical (Steady Shot with Active Mode)

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: 20.3 megapixels, 2.5 x, 15.7 x 23.5mm, CMOS

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: 16.1 megapixels, 4.6 x, 1/2.33", CMOS, Optical (POWER O.I.S.)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: GPS and fast shooting performance make the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 a worthy rugged point-and-shoot even if its photos and videos aren't the sharpest. Read review

Specs: 12.1 megapixels, 4.6 x, 1/2.33", Hi-Speed CCD, Optical (POWER O.I.S. with Active Mode)

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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 46 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you don't mind its extra bulk and narrow lens, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 is an otherwise excellent compact megazoom camera. Read review

Specs: 10.1 megapixels, 10 x, 38 - 380mm F/3.5, 1/2.3", Super HAD CCD, Optical (Steady Shot)

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.6 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you care more about having a long lens at a low price than photo quality or manual controls, the Olympus SP-800UZ is an option. Read review

Specs: Full body, 14 megapixels, 30 x, 28 - 840mm F/2.8, 1/2.33", CCD, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 22 reviews

The Bottom Line: It might not look quite right, but the PowerShot D10 is a solid entry into rugged cameras for Canon. Read review

Specs: 12.1 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: 12 megapixels, 4 x, 1/2.3", BSI-CMOS, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: A great interchangeable-lens model if you're looking for better photo quality and/or a more advanced feature set than your current point-and-shoot offers, the Olympus PEN E-PL2 still doesn't satisfy for photographing active kids and pets. Read review

Specs: Compact, 12.3 megapixels, 2 x, 28 - 84mm F/3.5, 13.0 x 17.3mm, Live MOS, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: Digital Still Camera, 18.2 megapixels, 20 x, 1/2.3", Exmor R CMOS, Optical (Steady Shot with Active Mode)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS offers up decent photos, touch-screen controls, and an ultrawide-angle lens, but that's pretty much where the excitement ends. Read review

Specs: Compact, 14.1 megapixels, 5 x, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 15 reviews

The Bottom Line: More than just a point-and-shoot pocket megazoom, the Canon SX200 IS improves upon its forerunner, but not by much. Read review

Specs: 12.1 megapixels, 12 x, 28 - 336mm F/3.4, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Nikon Coolpix L110 definitely offers a lot for the money, but it still has the photos and shooting performance of an entry-level point-and-shoot. Read review

Specs: Full body, 12.1 megapixels, 15 x, 28 - 420mm F/3.5, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 61 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot SD750 has an attractive design, large LCD, and excellent photo quality for an ultracompact. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 7.1 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Snapshooters wanting a little more creative control than the average point-and-shoot offers should check out the Nikon Coolpix P300. Read review

Specs: 12.2 megapixels, 4.2 x, 1/2.3", CMOS, Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Nikon 1 J1 is a fine camera, but there's nothing here that screams out "buy it" over similar competitors. It's also on the expensive side for a point-and-shoot upgrader, but has drawbacks for the more advanced user. Read review

Specs: 10.1 megapixels, 3 x, 27 - 81mm F/3.5, 13.2 x 8.8mm, High Speed AF CMOS

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Lytro Light Field Camera rethinks photography with its unique hardware and fascinating image output. But if you're not a gadget-loving early adopter with deep pockets, steer clear until Lytro makes improvements. Read review

Specs: Full body, 8 x

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 is a great, fast-performing snapshot camera that falters on photo quality. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 10.2 megapixels, 5 x, 1/2.4", Exmor R CMOS, Optical (Steady Shot)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With a flexible lens in a pocketable package, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 is a pleasing point-and-shoot megazoom--both in design and photo quality. Read review

Specs: 10.1 megapixels, 12 x, 25 - 300mm F/3.3, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical (MEGA O.I.S.)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: A bright, wide-angle lens and a high-sensitivity sensor add up to very good low-light photos and fast performance for the Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 10 megapixels, 3.8 x, 1/2.3", CMOS, Optical