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Best point-and-shoot cameras for shooting video

These fixed-lens, compact cameras have the best video quality in their class.

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1. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

This powerful camera is an all-around all-star for manual shooters
4.0 out of 5 mice,
$349.00 - $499.00
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2. 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.
4.0 out of 5 mice,
$339.00 - $371.99
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3. 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.
4.5 out of 5 mice,
$449.00 - $649.99
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4. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
4.0 out of 5 mice,

5. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75
2.5 out of 5 mice,
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6. Kodak EasyShare M580
2.5 out of 5 mice,

7. Canon PowerShot S95

The PowerShot S95 is a perfect camera to grow with, thanks to its pocketable size and ultimate blend of automated and manual controls.
4.0 out of 5 mice,
$409.00
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8. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5

The Lumix DMC-ZS5 brushes aside most fancy extras and gets down to brass tacks. Its manual controls and fast-focusing 12X-optical-zoom lens make it a big step up from 2009's Lumix DMC-ZS3.
3.0 out of 5 mice,

9. Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS
3.5 out of 5 mice,

10. Nikon Coolpix P7000

The Coolpix P7000 combines great image quality, extensive manual controls, and a 7.1X optical zoom lens. DSLR owners should feel at home with this point-and-shoot camera, but the unit's button-heavy interface may intimidate novice users.
4.0 out of 5 mice,
$330.00
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