The saying that good things come in small packages doesn't always hold true (Sony Rolly anyone?), but it certainly does in the case of the Pentax Optio M50 ($229.95 list). Loaded with features like face detection and digital shake reduction, this well-rounded 8-megapixel compact (available in silver, pink, or blue) offers a lot of bang for the buck. Although some areas have room for improvement, the Optio M50's simple interface and overall good performance make this a point-and-shooter nearly anyone can enjoy.