Sanyo Xacti VPC-E870: The compact Sanyo Xacti VPC-E870 features a 2.4" LCD display, 8 megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom, 16 MB of integrated memory and a 5.8 mm - 17.4 mm zoom lens.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 is the first camera to feature Panasonic's slim .3mm aspherical lens, making this a very compact 8x optical zoom point-and-shoot. Other features include a 12.1 megapixel sensor, an updated Power O.I.S. optical image stabilization system, a 2.7 inch LCD, high-speed auto focus and 720p HD video recording.

Nikon Coolpix S640: The Nikon Coolpix S640 is a slim, light 12.2 megapixel camera boasting an improvement in auto focus speed, 4-Way VR Image Stabilization system, and up to ISO 6400 sensitivity for low-light shooting.

Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR: The FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR features a 10 megapixel Super CCD EXR sensor and a 10x optical zoom lens. Though it boasts a big zoom range, it's pocketable at 22.7mm thick. Other features include a 2.7 inch high contrast LCD, Pro-Focus and Pro Low Light modes, three EXR sensor modes, dual image stabilization and intelligent flash function.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290: Sony's Cyber-shot W290 is a higher-end W series compact. It's still a budget-friendly camera, but adds a few more features than entry-level W Cyber-shots. This model features a 3.0 inch LCD, 11 pre-programmed scene modes, 720p HD movie recording, optical image stabilization, and face detection technology.