StormChaser wrote:
Is it possible for a small compact
to get dust on its sensor?

I thought only DSLR had this problem
because their lenses could be removed.

I have a HP 707 with this problem.
Spots show up on pictures with large
white or blue sky areas.

What can be done about this problem?

Usually, the compact camera has a sealed sensor, making it very difficult
for dust or dirt to get in. You might like to post a picture so that
people can be sure dust is really the problem. If shaking the camera
doesn't help, you may need to send it for repair (or buy new). You can
reduce the effect on the image with a program like Paint Shop Pro.

Cheers,
David