Top 5 ultra slim camera of the year

Bangalore: Ultra-slim cameras can easily slip into pockets, which makes them the first choice for photographers. Slim cameras appeal to all ages, but one should not underestimate their small size because they offer all manual controls that other hefty cameras offer in the market. Some of the cameras offer various features like manual controls, improved optics and 3x optical zoom lens to attract consumers. The useful extras like built in cameras and speakers, dual memory expansion slots, digital image processor and MP3 playback capabilities act as cherry on the cake. Listed below are the top five picks in this range:

1. Canon Digital IXUS v3

With looks almost identical to its forerunner, it's style goes beyond the surface. It exhibits 3.2 megapixel sensors, which allows printing up to A4 without any loss of detail. The company claims that the imaging processor will enhance the speed, performance and quality of the image. An Intelligent Orientation Sensor notices the difference if you shoot in horizontal or vertical format, and therefore, it automatically allow accurate meter and positions of your shots, the right way up when you upload them to your PC. To sum up, the v3 has a strong blend of performance, good looks and ease of use. It's the only ultra-slim camera with a tripod mount.

2. Minolta Dimage Xi Being an upgrade model for Dimage X, the Dimage Xi sports the same ultra compact, slim dimension. The package has small and lighter body, with versatile features. It exhibits the exclusive optical zoom system, which allows it to be the world's thinnest compact with 3x optical zoom. There aren't many 3-megapixel cameras in the market that are much cooler and more portable than the Dimage's Xi model. With multi-segment metering and five-point AF, the camera makes it very easy to take beautiful and sharp images. The Dimage Xi can be used as a remote camera for video conferencing, using the USB cable to connect the device to a computer with a Windows operating system. 3. Casio Exilim EX-M2 Casio Exilim EX-M2 can be stated as an exemplification to technology. It has both form and function. Possessing the most eye-catching looks, EX-M2 has 2megapixel senso r that captures good images up to 8R-size prints and an MP3 functionality with song title display. It also has a voice recorder and records up to 30 second AVI Movie with Sound. It's a double package quite similar to M1. 4. Fujifilm FinePix F402 It's ultra-compact and stylish looks make this camera a must have for any fashion conscious gadget fan. It offers amazing image quality, sets new standards in point-and-shoot digital cameras. It has an effective 2.1-megapixel sensor with the ability to produce 4-megapixel recorded pixels. This allows prints of up to 11x14 inches in size. It offers both automatic and manual option. Battery charging and transferring pictures to a computer is very simple. It also offers extra features like movie recording (with sound), continuous shooting and the latest power-saving technologies to ensure maximum battery life. 5. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N1 Though it looks like just another ultra-thin camera, it's more than just a camera. It's both a camera and a portable photo viewer. It can display up to 500 photographs and can be viewed individually or in a slide show. The pictures taken are automatically added to the albums. The N1 include an 8.1 Megapixel CCD, 3X optical zoom lens, limited manual controls, VGA movie mode, and an AF-assist lamp.