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The top rated compact interchangeable-lens cameras

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They lack the mirror boxes and through-the-lens viewfinders of a true DSLR, but these compact interchangeable-lens cameras shoot top-notch photos and video despite their smaller sizes.

Casio Exilim EX-H20G

Nikon Coolpix P7000

Canon PowerShot G12

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

Canon PowerShot S95

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Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9

Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

Sony Bravia XBR-46HX909

LG Infinia 47LE8500

Best point-and-shoot cameras with manual settings

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These compact point-and-shoot cameras give you more control over your final photographs, thanks to manual settings for aperture, shutter speed, and exposure.

The best point-and-shoot cameras for shooting video

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