The 10 Best Compact Cameras

The newest compact digital cameras give you only limited controls in most cases, but low prices and excellent image quality make these low-frills options worth considering.

PC World Staff

You get a lot for relatively few dollars in the EasyShare C653: 6.1-megapixel imaging, a 2.4-inch LCD screen, and good-looking photos. On the downside, the EasyShare C653 runs on AA batteries, which lasted just 160 shots in our tests, far fewer than the average of 260 frames. But its simplicity is a perfect fit for someone who just wants to take the occasional family snapshot. Check Latest Prices