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Best Point-and-Shoot Cameras for Shooting Video

These 10 point-and-shoot cameras all earned very high scores in our video-quality tests, and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 offers a little something extra: full manual controls in video mode.

Edited by Tim Moynihan   

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Prices from $365

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

The Lumix LX5 isn't the most novice-friendly camera, but it offers an insane amount of power for a fixed-lens camera when you dig into its manual controls.

Full Review | Video Review | Specs - Rated: January 20, 2011
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Prices from $372

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V

The 16X-optical-zoom Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V is loaded with fun extras, including 3D shooting, excellent video quality, in-camera GPS, and groundbreaking scene modes.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: June 03, 2011
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Prices from $399

Canon PowerShot G12

The G12 delivers excellent image and video quality, and it backs up its manual controls with fun scene modes, an optical viewfinder, and a tilt-and-swivel LCD screen.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: January 20, 2011
4
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $377

Canon PowerShot S100

The Canon PowerShot S100 is just about the most capable compact camera we've seen, and it's packed with features that will please both novices and advanced shooters.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: December 23, 2011
5
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $447

Nikon Coolpix P7100

Nikon’s Coolpix P7100 is as complex as it is powerful, with excellent image quality and a feature set to please even the fussiest photographer. Just make sure you’re up for the challenge.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: December 23, 2011
6
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $409

Canon PowerShot S95

The PowerShot S95 is a perfect camera to grow with, thanks to its pocketable size and its compelling blend of automated and manual controls.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: January 20, 2011
7
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $375

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V

The 30X-optical-zoom HX100V may not have the zoom range or fine-tuning options of some competing cameras, but it compensates with futuristic extras, good video quality, and solid images.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: September 07, 2011
8
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $400

Nikon Coolpix P500

The 36X-optical-zoom Nikon Coolpix P500 is a versatile, speedy camera with features that address the needs of photo enthusiasts and snapshooters.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: June 14, 2011
9
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $280

Canon PowerShot SX230 HS

Building on an already-excellent camera, the 14X-optical-zoom PowerShot SX230 HS adds a new sensor, 1080p video capture, high-speed shooting, and in-camera GPS to the mix.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: May 02, 2011
10
PCWorld Rating
Prices from $132

Casio Tryx Digital Camera (Black)

The shape-shifting Tryx offers good performance. It's a hard gadget to classify, but it works best when you make use of its twistable frame to overcome awkward lens placement and controls while employing it as a normal camera.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: July 20, 2011

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