Digital Photo Superguide

Need a new camera? Want to get more out of the one you already own? We've rounded up today's best point-and-shoot models, plus handy accessories and services that let you take better pictures and share them with the world.

Richard Baguley and Dave Johnson

Illustration: Geoff Spear

Forget baseball--America's real national pastime is taking pictures.

Twenty years ago, 110-format film cameras ruled the earth. A decade ago, Advanced Photo System cameras were the kings of the snapshot. But today, unquestionably, digital is it. Thanks to digital technology, the average picture you take today is noticeably better than the average shot you captured ten years ago. That's great--but the biggest boon of going digital is that it makes taking (and sharing) your photographs easier, including being able to review your shots and throw away the bad ones.

So besides testing this month's Top 10 point-and-shoot cameras, we've rounded up a dozen interesting products and services that can enhance your digital photo experience and give your snaps some extra zing.

In This Article:

• Choose Your Next Camera
• Boost Your Photo Fun
• Camera and Photo Tips
• Easy-to-Use Cameras Gain in Features, Image Quality (chart)