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Compacts are known as Power­ Shots. The moderately priced PowerShot A series is less likely than the Sand G lines to have features such as image stabilization. (G models use proprietary batteries; most other Canon compacts use AAs.) Canon's subcompacts are known as SD ELPHs. The Digital Rebel series helped define budget SLRs. Other SLRs include a host of pro and "prosumer" models. In August Canon announced two high-end models, the $1,300, 10­ megapixel EOSAOD, with a live preview LCD, and the $8,000, 21-megapixel EOS lOs Mark III. Canon also offers a wider selection of lenses than

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The budqet A series is the lowest priced. A step up is the F series, which offers more advanced features. The Z series are the subcompacts. FinePix models include face detection, high ISO capabilities, and practical features such as the ability to fire two quick shots , with and without flash . Most

. new models have. a slot for the expensive xD cards and another for cheaper SD. Certain models in the SLR-like S series are larqe, with an optical zoom range of lOx or greater. The pricey FinePix S Pro series SLRs target pro shooters. Fujifilm doesn't offer lenses, but models accept Nikon or compatible lenses from third-party manufacturers.

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Inexpensive cameras targeted to the general consumer.

Photosmart compacts, which range from the budget E and M series to the advanced R series, have a very narrow range of technical specifications. Some of the more innovative features offered in this line recently include a slimming feature, blemish removal, and pet red-eye removal. Most zooms are close to 3x; no model features image stabilization. Many models offer practical guides, including tips, in their menu interface for novices. HP doesn't offer SLRs.

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Kodak focuses on ease of use, as indicated by its brand tagline and features such as Smart Scene mode, which automatically selects specialty modes. The budget C series includes some of the cheapest compacts available. Higher-end Z-, po, and newer M-series compacts have longer zooms and more sophisticated features. The V series of subcompacts offers some of the most unusual point-and­ shoot features, including Bluetooth wireless and innovative dual-lens/dual­ sensor designs. Kodak doesn't offer SLRs.