The Toshiba PDR-3300 and PDR-3310 share similar specs, but the likeness ends there. The $500 PDR-3310 is a stylish, metal-clad, ultracompact camera, similar to Canon's Digital Elph line. Toshiba calls the larger PDR-3300 a "step up" (apparently in image quality, which was pretty good for the price), designed for those who want a value-priced digital camera with a full range of manual controls.
At first glance, the all-black PDR-3300 looks boxy and low-tech, but we found it easy to hold and enjoyable to use. Still, there's something to be said for a sleek case. A top-mounted dial lets you switch between automatic, manual, and movie modes, as well as settings for playback, setup, and PC transfer. Many will use the camera in full-auto mode; experienced shutterbugs will enjoy manual aperture, shutter, and exposure controls.
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