Some of the guys at the local paper use Canon G9 and G10 compacts. They are very good, produce RAW files if needed, and have manual control if required.
I quite liked the slightly smaller early 'S' series stuff. (S60 or S70, can't remember). Has a CMOS (a good one) digital sensor, like DSLR's, but smaller (smaller than the G series too). Styling a bit like a brick, but they're fantastic quality........However, you're always going to come up against it in terms of lens quality, particularly in lower light levels.
Might be worth checking out the secondhand market, as these Canon compact cameras usually get over-looked by people looking for the better styled Fujis that look more like DSLR's, to impress their mates down the pub.
hope this helps?
Last edited by Joe; 12-01-09 at 18:16.
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