The Canon PowerShot A3300 IS is a solid sub-$200 point-and-shoot camera in more ways than one: It has a sturdy build, and it takes good-looking pictures for a camera at such a low price ($180 as of August 11, 2011). As with many lower-priced cameras, you don’t get the manual controls, long-zoom lens,...

The good: The Canon ImageClass MF3010 is a competent imaging device with quick output, simple controls, and a wallet-friendly price tag for budget-minded students and small offices. The bad: The printer lacks common features like wireless networking and an auto-document feeder. The bottom line: Though...

A decade into the digital camera revolution, there are still lots of people who believe that more megapixels mean better cameras. But it’s more important to look for features that will help you take high quality photos quickly, like quick startup time and easy to use controls. For an all-encompassing...

The good: The Canon PowerShot Elph 300 HS is a fun-to-use ultracompact with excellent photo quality even if just left in auto. The bad: The 300 HS might be too small for some, and accessing its shooting modes other than auto is laborious. The bottom line: If you’re looking for a nice, simple...

The good: The Canon PowerShot A1200 IS is inexpensive while still offering very good features and photo and video quality. The bad: The camera’s shooting performance is slow. The bottom line: As long as you’re not in a hurry and your subject is stationary, the Canon PowerShot A1200 is an...