12/1/2004
By Nancy Hendrickson
Gear up with the season's hottest digital cameras.
Shooting Stars
There's no better tool for capturing family get-togethers, heirlooms and old documents than a digital camera. And now's an excellent time to buy. Dozens of new cameras small enough to fit in your shirt pocket and packed with features have hit the market. Best of all, prices are lower than ever, and you can find great deals on Web sites such as PriceSCAN.com<www.pricescan.com>, LowPrice Shopper <www.lowpriceshopper.com> and CNET <shopper.cnet.com>. Have fun documenting your family's festivities with one of our five favorite models.
Canon PowerShot S500
Canon PowerShot S500