Number of megapixels supported by a digital camera was the main marketing point for a long time. With the advancement of technology average compact megapixels start to become irrelevant because we have reached certain point that number of megpixels won’t matter. After some point normal compact digital camera users will not identify any difference between pictures taken by camera provide X number of megapixels and pictures taken by Y(>X) number of megapixels. Because of this digital camera makers have start to provide more cool features like GPS locators, front LCD screens, projectors with their compact digital camera as way to attract buyers.

Recent article by techradar has given following 11 features you should look for when you are buying your next digital camera:

1. 3D Cameras
2. Extra Screens
3. Gesture Recognition
4. In-camera projectors
5. Image Stabilisation
6. Massive ISO figures
7. Direct uploading and sharing(social features)
8. More recognition(face recognition, smile recognition)
9. Geo-tagging
10. Full HD video
11. Touchscreens

So make sure to check what are the features from this list available in your favourite compact digital camera before buying it.