Point and Shoot Digital Cameras are also called as compact cameras. Point and Shoot Digital Cameras are intended to be small and easy and mainly, these cameras are used for casual and "snapshot". Subcompacts or "ultra-compacts" are the smallest, generally less than 20 mm thick cameras. Compact Digital Cameras contain incorporate a retractable lens by which it is allowed to contain a moderately long focal length and thus completely use an image sensor larger than that on a camera phone, and a mechanized lens cap to cover the lens when retracted.

Keys, coins and other hard objects protect the retracted and capped lens by making a thin, pocketable package. One lug and a short wrist strap which aids extraction from a pocket are the features of Subcompacts while for attaching a neck strap, thicker compacts may contains two lugs. Generally, Compact cameras are easy to use, containing advanced features and picture quality for compactness and simplicity. Users can store images in Compact Cameras by using JPEG.

Most cameras contain a built-in flash generally of low power, which is sufficient for nearby subjects. To frame the photo, always live preview is used. Most contain limited motion picture capability. With a diagonal of about 6 mm, corresponding to a crop factor around 6, these cameras typically use image sensors. With this, Compact cameras contain weaker low-light performance, greater depth of field, generally closer focusing ability, and smaller components than cameras using larger sensors. Usually, a nearly-silent leaf shutter is incorporated into the lenses of these cameras.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V:

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V has been designed by Sony. This is a 10.2MP CMOS Digital Camera with 10x Wide Angle Zoom and Optical Steady Shot Image Stabilization. HD movie recording, integrated GPS receiver and compass, ISO 125-3200, Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode, and a 3.0″ Clear Photo LCD™ display (230k pixels) are also featured in this camera. Full HD (1920 x 1080 60i) Advanced Video Codec High Definition (AVCHD) video capability is included in it. Measurement of camera is 41/8″ x 23/8″ x 13/16″, (102.9mm x 57.7mm x 28.9mm) and weighs 6.0oz., (170g). Price of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5V is $324.49.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7/TZ10:

Lumix DMC-ZS7 compact super zoom with GPS has been released by Panasonic that geo-tags and identifies over half a million locations. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7/TZ10 is a 12.1-megapixel with 1/2.33-inch CCD pocket camera. It also obtains the 'Power O.I.S' image stabilization system of the company. Its photographer appeal is increased by full P/A/S/M control modes while its point-and-shoot potential is boosted by the help of the brightness and saturation optimizing 'Happy Mode'. Differential image processing based on image content is offered by the improved Venus Engine HDII processor. It also contains AVCHD movie recording, SDXC support, high-res 3" display and 12x optical zoom (25-300mm equiv.). The measurement of the camera is 103.3 x 59.6 x 32.6 mm (4.07 x 2.35 x 1.28 inch) and approx. 218 g (0.48 lb) with Battery and SD Memory Card. Price of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7/TZ10 is $316.77.

Nikon Coolpix P6000:

Nikon Coolpix P6000 is a digital camera with built-in GPS unit and released by Nikon. 13.5 megapixels, an in-built global positioning system (GPS) unit, my Picturetown connectivity and Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED image processing are featured in Nikon Coolpix P6000. It is the perfect photographic tool for the demanding photographers. With the Nikon View NX Software, the images were shot in the new NRW (RAW) format can be viewed. The Nikon P6000 contains intuitive controls and offers programmed auto, shutter-priority auto, aperture-priority auto and manual modes. Intuitive controls are offered by the Coolpix Picture control system by which the users are allowed to adjust images to pre-set parameters. Its price is approx Rs. 20,988.

Samsung WB650 black:

For compact cameras, 12 Megapixel WB650 sets a new standard by hosting the world’s first 24 mm ultra-wide, 15 x super-zoom Schneider-KREUZNACH lens, capture wider and deeper perspective with crystal clear details. It comes with built-in map viewer and GPS with a 3.0 AMOLED Intelligent display for optimal picture viewing. Advanced Filter for special color and lens effects, and Full Manual mode are offered by it. 24 mm ultra wide angle Schneider-KREUZNACH lens is combined with a 15 x optical zoom by this high quality combination, this camera delivers crystal clear images, and gets users up close and personal with incredible details. Price of the Samsung WB650 black is $249.95.

Casio EXILIM EX-H20G:

Casio EXILIM EX-H20G has been released by Casio. The EX-H20G comes with a clever Hybrid GPS system, 14.1-megapixel photos, recording 720p HD video and having a 10x optical zoom, SD / SDHC / SDXC memory card slot, an ISO range of 80 to 3200, 3-inch rear LCD, CCD-shift image stabilization, 720p movie mode and an HDMI output. It also contains all manner of accelerometers and motion sensors, which work from the most recent GPS fix and estimate users’ current indoor position. Price of the EX-H20G is $349.99.

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