Shop for digital cameras

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 34 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though we'd like it to perform better, dSLR shooters looking for a sidekick camera will find the Canon PowerShot S95's top-flight photos and a full manual feature set worth the tradeoff of its compact size. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 10 megapixels, 3.8 x, 1/1.7", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: Relatively unchanged from its predecessor, save the addition of 720p video, the Canon PowerShot G12 remains a very good, more-or-less compact model, designed to please photo enthusiasts. Read review

Specs: 10 megapixels, 5 x, 28 - 140mm F/2.8, 1/1.7", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: A big camera capable of shooting some lovely photographs, the Canon PowerShot G1 X's slow lens disappoints given its high price. Read review

Specs: 14.3 megapixels, 4 x, 28 - 112mm F/2.8, 1.5", CMOS, Optical (HYBRID O.I.S.)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 53 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though it remains a good megazoom, thanks to continued image and lens artifacts, the Canon PowerShot S5 IS is slowly losing ground to competitors. Read review

Specs: Full body, 8 megapixels, 12 x, 36 - 432mm F/2.7, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 57 reviews

The Bottom Line: A nice evolution of the megazoom, the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS delivers some improvements over its predecessor and provides an attractive option for megazoom shooters. Read review

Specs: Full body, 10 megapixels, 20 x, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 24 reviews

The Bottom Line: As long as you're not expecting dSLR speed in a tiny body, the Canon PowerShot S90 is an excellent compact camera for advanced amateurs. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 10 megapixels, 3.8 x, 1/1.7", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 117 reviews

The Bottom Line: A very well-executed megazoom camera, the Canon PowerShot S3 IS reminds you why dSLRs still have competition for photo enthusiasts' hearts. Read review

Specs: Full body, 6 megapixels, 12 x, 36 - 432mm F/2.7, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 16 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though it doesn't offer the whizziest new features like an interchangeable lens or a tiny size, the Canon PowerShot G11 still delivers a good shooting experience for photography enthusiasts. Plus it's the only model that includes an optical viewfinder. Read review

Specs: 10 megapixels, 5 x, 28 - 140mm F/2.8, 1/1.7", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

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

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot G9 is a solid enthusiast digital camera for those who want something compact to complement a dSLR. Read review

Specs: 12.1 megapixels, 6 x, 35 - 210mm F/2.8, 1/1.7", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 42 reviews

The Bottom Line: For most people, the excellent photo quality of the Canon PowerShot SD790 IS will more than make up for any slight performance deficiencies or minor shortcomings. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 10 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 20 reviews

The Bottom Line: Canon's SD1100 IS adds optical image stabilization to last year's hit SD1000, while delivering just as impressive image quality. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 8 megapixels, 3 x, 38 - 114mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 66 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot SD630 shoehorns a relatively broad set of features, solid performance, and great image quality into an attractive ultracompact package. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 6 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 127 reviews

The Bottom Line: Despite its no-frills feature set, the Canon PowerShot SD600 delivers quality photos and strong performance in a small package. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 6 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 19 reviews

The Bottom Line: Simply put, the Canon PowerShot SD880 IS is an excellent point-and-shoot camera. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 10 megapixels, 4 x, 28 - 112mm F/2.8, 1/2.3", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 15 reviews

The Bottom Line: Performance issues aside, the Canon PowerShot A650 IS combines large, good-looking photos and a generous feature set into a fine midrange shooter. Read review

Specs: 12.1 megapixels, 6 x, 35 - 210mm F/2.8, 1/1.7", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 26 reviews

The Bottom Line: Unless you plan to shoot primarily in low light, the Canon PowerShot A720 IS makes a solid, affordable camera that produces great-looking pictures. Read review

Specs: Compact, 8 megapixels, 6 x, 35 - 210mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 119 reviews

The Bottom Line: An excellent feature set and improved performance make the Canon PowerShot S2 IS megazoom camera even more attractive than its predecessor. Read review

Specs: Full body, 5 megapixels, 12 x, 36 - 432mm F/2.7, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 61 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot A620's above-average feature set and great photo quality should make it as popular as the A95. Read review

Specs: 7.1 megapixels, 4 x, 35 - 140mm F/2.8, 1/1.8", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 111 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot SD700 IS has practically everything you could want in a compact camera, though you might think the price tag a bit steep. Read review

Specs: Compact, 6 megapixels, 4 x, 35 - 140mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD, Optical

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 85 reviews

The Bottom Line: The SD400's improved image quality makes this high-performance ultracompact one of the better choices in the current Canon Digital Elph lineup. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 5 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 70 reviews

The Bottom Line: This 8-megapixel megazoom model has some annoying drawbacks, but its top-notch pictures will please many advanced and enthusiast shooters. Read review

Specs: 8 megapixels, 7 x, 28 - 200mm F/2.4, 2/3", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 66 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot SD550 is a very well-designed, 7-megapixel snapshot camera. Just don't look for advanced controls. Read review

Specs: Compact, 7.1 megapixels, 3 x, 37 - 111mm F/2.8, 1/1.8", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 69 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot A610 puts a great feature set in an affordable camera that produces above-average image quality, making it an excellent option for a wide variety of photographers. Read review

Specs: 5 megapixels, 4 x, 35 - 140mm F/2.8, 1/1.8", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 95 reviews

The Bottom Line: A very well-designed, 7-megapixel snapshot camera. Just don't look for advanced controls. Read review

Specs: Compact, 7.1 megapixels, 3 x, 37 - 111mm F/2.8, 1/1.8", CCD

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 48 reviews

The Bottom Line: Decent image quality and a well-rounded snapshot feature set make the high-performance ultracompact Canon PowerShot SD450 one of the better choices in the current Digital Elph lineup. Read review

Specs: Ultracompact, 5 megapixels, 3 x, 35 - 105mm F/2.8, 1/2.5", CCD