Why Buy a Sleek and Slim Digital Camera

Thin is in, and compact digital cameras are no exception. People want thinner electronics including phones, TVs, computer monitors and more. The beauty of these ultra thin devices is they are stylish, easy to carry and simple to use. These products are great for young adults, parents with young children and compulsive picture takers (you know who you are). Some of the benefits of these image capturing devices include:

  • They are small, light and easy to carry almost anywhere.
  • While more expensive than the standard image capturing device, these models usually have less shutter lag and more advanced features.
  • Although they’re small; they have enough megapixels to enlarge your photos to almost any size.
  • Most models are stylish and trendy.

In this site, find out if models such as the Canon PowerShot SD940 IS, Panasonic FX75 or the Samsung DualView TL225 are what you are looking for. Also, you will find articles on  compact digital cameras to help you get the most out of your image capturing device.

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What to Look for in a Compact Digital Camera

These compact products have two missions to accomplish: style and function. These devices are compact enough to fit into a pocket or small purse, yet powerful enough to take high quality photos. These products are moderately priced and by far the most popular image capturing devices on the market. Below is the criteria TopTenREVIEWS used to compare these products.

Design
A compact image capturing device wouldn’t be considered sleek and slim if it was the size and weight of a brick. These products are popular because they are compact; therefore, the lighter and more powerful the device, the better it is.

Image Quality
There are numerous features found on image capturing devices that enhance its image quality. Some of these features include an image stabilizer, digital zoom, red eye reduction and a high focus range. The resolution is one feature that is critical for the image quality of the device. The resolution in these devices is measured in megapixels. The more megapexels these products have, the clearer the developed photographs. Another significant feature found on these devices to enhance image quality is the optical zoom. The optical zoom works the same as zoom on a standard 35mm camera. The higher the optical zoom the farther away from the object you can be and still get a clear picture. Don’t get this confused with digital zoom.

Battery Life/Memory
We all hate changing batteries in electronic devices. So, needless to say, these compact products with longer battery life are better, and will save money in the long run. Also, built-in memory is rarely thought of as important until the day you need it. Built-in memory is your devices back up plan if your memory card or stick is full, lost or damaged.

If you want high-quality photos of those events that are significant to you, a combination of these features will provide the best experience using a compact digital camera.

 
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A Slim Design Loaded with Features
Compact digital cameras are slim and trim, but still come packed with features like video recording and touch-screen displays. These state-of-the-art digital cameras combine the functions you need with the portability you want.
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Canon PowerShot SD940 IS Panasonic FX75 Samsung DualView TL225 Nikon CoolPix S1000pj Fujifilm FinePix F80EXR Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Samsung DualView TL220 Nikon Coolpix S710 Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR Canon PowerShot S90
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS Panasonic FX75 Samsung DualView TL225 Nikon CoolPix S1000pj Fujifilm FinePix F80EXR Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Samsung DualView TL220 Nikon Coolpix S710 Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR Canon PowerShot S90
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Display Size 2.7 in 3.0 in 3.5 in main/1.5 in front 2.7 in 3.0 in 2.5 in 3 in main/1.5 in front 3.0 in 3.0 in 3.0 in
Camera Depth 0.8 in 0.9 in 0.73 in. 0.9 in 1.1 in 1.1 in 0.73 in. 0.9 in 0.9 in 1.22 in
Camera Height 2.2 in 2.17 in 2.35 in. 2.5 in 2.3 in 2.4 in 2.35 in. 2.3 in 2.3 in 2.3 in
Camera Weight 4.2 oz 5.76 oz 5.76 oz 5.5 oz 6.5 oz 5.6 oz 5.28 oz 5.5 oz 6.2 oz 6.2 oz
Camera Width 3.5 in 4.04 in 3.93 in. 4.0 in 3.9 in 3.8 in 3.93 in. 3.7 in 3.9 in 3.9 in
Image Quality
Resolution (MP) 12.1 14.1 12.2 12.1 12 14.7 12.2 14.5 12.0 10.0
Optical Zoom 4x 5x 4.6x 5x 10x 3x 4.6x 3.6 x 5x 3.8x
Digital Zoom 4x 4x 5x 4x 4x 4 x 5x 4 x 4.4x 4x
Focal Length 5.0 - 20.0 mm 4.3-21.5mm 7.7 - 22.5 mm 28 - 140 mm 5.0 - 50.0 mm 7.7 mm - 28.5 mm 7.7 - 22.5 mm 28 - 101 mm 28 - 140 mm 6.0 - 22.5 mm
Shutter Speed 15 - 1/1500 sec 8 - 1/2000 sec 8 - 1/2000 sec 4 - 1/1500 sec 1/4 - 1/2000 sec 15 - 1/1600 sec 8 - 1/2000 sec 4 - 1/2000 sec. 8 - 1/1500 sec.  
Focus Range 12 in. to Infinity (w) 19.7 in to infinity 2 in. to Infinity (w) 12 in. to Infinity (w) 17.7 in to infinity 19.2 in. to Infinity 2 in. to Infinity (w) 19.7 in. to Infinity (w) 18 in. to Infinity 15 - 1/1600 sec.
Frames Per Second 0.8 1.8 6 1.3 4.2 1.3 6 12 10 2.4
ISO Speeds Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Auto 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Auto,100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800 Auto 80, 100. 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
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Battery Life 220 Images 360 Images 180 Images 220 Images 230 Images 500 Images 180 Images 250 Images 230 Images 220 Images
Built-In Memory   40MB 55MB 36MB 40MB 32MB 55MB 42MB 48MB  
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