As much a fashion statement as it is the smallest camera in our roundup, the slim, elegant Canon PowerShot SD10 Digital Elph delivers good image quality and a fast burst mode. But it lacks an optical zoom lens and an optical viewfinder.

Although you can't focus manually or set f-stop or shutter speed, the SD10 offers various image adjustment options, such as sharpening and vivid color, and several program modes, including an easy-to-follow panorama guide. You can customize the camera by changing setup defaults— even sounds.

Designed for one-handed operation, the SD10 has minimal controls. Selecting settings is somewhat confusing, because both buttons on the back bring up menus, with only icons and single words for identification.

Boot and recycle times are fair, though burst mode is quite peppy. Image quality is good, with sufficient detail and sharpness. Our daylight test shot had pleasing color but was dull and slightly underexposed. The flash image was a bit overexposed.

Style-conscious consumers will like the SD10's size and elegance. But if you want more power, look elsewhere.

Summary: The SD10 is an attractive piece of jewelry with a solid feel, but it has no zoom lens and is only average in ease of use, performance, and image quality.