niekirk wrote:If you're thinking about a high-end compact, why not have a look at the Panasonic G1. A bit larger than the others listed, but a bit smaller than an SLR, and with interchangeable lenses.
http://www.trustedreviews.com/digital-cameras/news/2008/09/12/Panasonic-Announces-First-Micro-Four-Thirds-Camera-And-Lenses/p1
I have to admit after some of the reading I did I liked the idea (a lot!!), but the price near $1000 with two lenses made it an expensive option - in my opinion. I would also like to see some real world results before committing, but it's only just out, so probably worth a six month wait for results/reviews/price drop etc.
I notice the option below for about $550, which, whilst not being very small, at least gives something with a great deal of scope in a smallish package, and price wise isn't too much more than the options originally mentioned.
Olympus Evolt E510 10MP Digital SLR Camera with CCD Shift Image Stabilization and 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 and 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zuiko Lenses
(the E410 is even cheaper and smaller but didn't have image stabilization so was a put off)
What do you think, bearing in mind I'm after a do it all package (mostly) that doesn't break the bank but is carryable in a small bag.
Thanks.