A Marvel of a Small Camera
354133
Simply put this is a marvelous digital camera.  I recommend it as highly as I can.  It can funtion as a basic point and shoot capturing crisp images in dead-on color (the face detection software really works!) or it can function to take advantage of the dozens and dozens of features that compare to a professional camera.

The only problem I encountered was connecting the camera via the included cable to my computer.  I still haven't resolved the software's failure to detect the camera.  A minor issue I think that Canon customer service will cure.

Do not hesitate to purchase this.  I advise buying the leather case as well--the fit is perfect and the case provides protection and cushion of you get clumsy or rough with it.

Oh, and the camera refreshes almost instantaneously so you can snap off as many shots as you like without waiting.  The flash works beautifully too.

What more can I say?
2513762
The Panasonic GM1 packs big camera quality into a tiny, well designed camera.

The image quality is fantastic.

The small size makes it easy to have a camera with me in more situations and capture shots I wouldn't have captured otherwise. The Silent Mode is helpful as well since it provides the option to shoot with no beeps or clicks.

It's also great as a second camera body with the Panasonic GX7. They have the same sensors and use the same line of MFT lenses including fast zooms like the 12-35mm f2.8 or primes like the 25mm 1.4 or 75mm 1.8. It's great to have a prime mounted on the GM1 so it's available in the field without a lens change.

The included zoom lens is small and light and in my experience produces stellar results for a kit lens. Having a pancake lens that includes 12mm at f3.5 is extremely useful. My initial results have been sharp with excellent color rendition.

The LCD is clear and bright and seems to be an advance over previous generations of small cameras.

There are things I could nitpick about such as wanting longer battery life but realistically I wouldn't expect that in a camera this size.

My expectation with the GM1 was for a super high quality, discreet, take anywhere camera and a small, convenient second camera body and I've been extremely happy with my experience.
359743
I bought this camera for my 6 grader daughter to replace her old Kodak 6MP camera. It is very small and stylish. The price is very good too. Actually, it is one of the least expensive brand name digital cameras on the market. (I never understand why those professional or serious photographers would buy this bottom cheap camera, and expect great image quality from it.)

On the paper, this camera is great. It is one of the world's smallest cameras. It has 10MP resolution. All-metal case should be very solid. It also has a surprising range of features. It can even detect the smile and blink!

The real world image quality is a different story. The picture is soft and lack of details. (I did many test shoots comparing S220 to other point-n-shoot cameras, NOT SLRs.) The corner softness is out of control. And the Barrel Distortion is crazy. (The camera has an option to correct the Barrel Distortion though.)

However, the image color is very good, which will give the user a good first impression. Not all users are Pixel-Peeper. So for average normal users who want style and portability, and normally view the pictures on computer screen or print 4x6s, S220 is not a bad choice at all.
3875068
Panasonic put a lot of very good and handy stuff into this neat little camera. I use it for when I don't want to lug my Nikon D750 with its 28-300mm Nikkor lens to places where I might take pictures. In the couple weeks since I received it I have experimented with a range of indoor and outdoor shots which included from macro to the optical telephoto limit and am very impressed with the performance. The Image Stabilization is excellent. With Auto-ISO in effect there is no need for a flash in any situation I have tried.

 The "eye sensor" which produces a shift between monitor display and the little viewfinder takes a bit of getting used to-- anything coming close to the sensor causes the monitor to go blank. I have some difficulty using the tiny view finder, but having it is better than having only the monitor.

It's not a full-frame Nikon or Canon, but I believe that you will not notice a difference in most of the pictures you take. I consider the optical quality of the Lumix to be amazing.

For something that fits conveniently into a shirt pocket this is a truly fantastic camera. It has exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend it.
2452629
I wanted a small camera to take on vacation.  Although I've always used Canons, I decided to buy the Panasonic based on its great reviews, the Leica lens, and the image stabilization feature.

Well, it certainly is pocket-sized, but since the monitor covers almost the entire back of the camera, it's very easy to see what you're doing.  The "intelligent auto" mode makes it relatively simple to use right out of the box.  The camera has lots of nice advanced features, too, some of which take a bit of reading and practice to figure out.  (I'll be working on that for a while.)  It does remarkably well in low light, even without tripod or flash.  My vacation photos came out crisp and beautiful.  Highly recommended!
3576481
I bought this brown colored compact pocket sized camera to replace an older S300.  I delighted in the compact size.  It is truly a pocket sized gem.  I used it extensively for quick shots.  Extremely convenient but still capable of decent photos and good resolution.  The image stabilization feature adds so much usefullness in a light small camera that for most email shots, I grab my SD1100 instead of my Nikon D3.  Macro shots at max resolution can be cropped to yield very good images.  I left it in the console of my car one day and also left the garage door up 6" or so to vent heat - and forgot to close it at night.  The next morning, I found a thief (prob a young person) had crawled under the door and ransacked my car, stole my SD1100 and an iphone FM transmitter.  I ordered a replacement SD1200 from Amazon.  I'll just have to live with Grey color instead of the Brown I have grown so fond of.

I shot a video of an intense hailstorm and noticed that the zoom in movie mode degrades the image to the point of uselessness.  The sound recording is very good for a camera smaller than a pack of cards.  I would have bought another SD1100 but they are $100 more than the SD1200, so I ordered the SD1200.
2875719
This is the best little camera I've ever had.  It does it all, and does it very well.  The simplicity of use is the real joy.
1762170
I LOVE this camera.  Previously, I had a cannon digital elph, which I thought took great pictures....Until I bought the Lumix.  I looked on dpreview.com and found that this was the highest rated point-and-click.

For a small point and click, the zoom is outstanding.  Pictures have great clarity, and the camera picks up color, shadow, and texture amazingly well for a small camera.  There are a large variety of settings, and I recommend playing with all of them until you find your favorites.
3682263
The Canon D10 is a very versatile camera. It is small and surprisingly light. The build quality is excellent; the camera is manufactured in Japan. The image quality is typical Canon... realistic colors, little noise, and the camera is fast.

I wanted a camera that I could carry and use in inclement weather. Rain or snow, I wanted to be able to take pictures while I am hiking. This camera seems to fit the bill.

I noticed a pleasant surprise after I acquired the camera. The D10 DIGIC 4 image processor enables the user to set the mode to AUTO and do an automatic macro focus; the camera knows it is a macro photograph, and sets the variables accordingly. A beautifully uncomplicated point and shoot ability.

I look forward to using the D10 to take many photos in conditions that would preclude the use of a great majority of cameras now available.

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3724273
Terrific pictures for such a small camera. I particularly like the micro mode.
751138
Amazing camera! Its so small and light, making it easy to carry and film anywhere. The protective case is super strong and waterproof.  The screen on the back as well as the phone app makes aiming the camera simple.  The controls make take some getting used to but they are simple.  The video quality is also surprisingly good for such a small camera. Overall Im completely satisfied with this camera and will probably buy a newer model in the future.
82342
I did an insane amount of research before choosing this camera.  I finally decided on this one because it has all the latest technology from Canon (fastest processor, etc.) and it is very small.  I've had it for two weeks now and I LOVE this camera.  It starts up very fast.  It's small enough to fit in my purse.  The black accent color looks very sleek.  I would buy this camera again in a heart beat.  Couldn't be happier!
2178442
I have the Sony RX100 111 and I love it. Possibly the clearest pictures I have ever seen.  Easy to use. Stores in your jacket pocket. Has auto mode. Just point and shoot. Or fiddle with the adjustments.  Only drawback is short telephoto.  But rather short than long with bad contrast.  This is one of the smallest cameras on the market.  And it is jammed packed full of todays state of the art technology.
4072964
You definitely need to hold one in your hands to get just how insanely small it is.
All in all an excellent camera. The 8MB stick holds 15 pics at 1632 x 1224, and around 80 at 800 x 600. A 128MB stick would then give you an absurd amount of pics at either res. It conveniently turns on when you open the lens cover; you can do this single-handedly while pulling it out of your pocket, and you'd be ready to shoot as soon as you spot the LCD. The LCD itself, while small, is still very viewable and very good. Transflective, so you can turn off the backlight to save batteries. Batteries do take 13 hours to charge, but the super charger will charge ya a set at around 3 hours. The camera itself is ready to use right off the box; you get the rechargable batteries, the charger, the usb cable, 8MB stick, neck strap thingy and software cd (drivers, image transfer, etc).
My only actual compaint is it's inability to get low-light pics. Strangely enough it'll brighten up on the LCD if you've got the flash feature turned off, but the pic itself will be recorded as dark. Granted, if you honestly wanna photograph still life, prone to glare and ruin your shot if flashed at.. you might be better off leaving consumer-level camera county. Although the camera in itself is entirely capable of shooting anything that can be shot at wide angle.
Without optical zoom.. you're left with the ultimate point-and-shoot. Extremely small, extremely appealing, very good picture quality, tons of features.
3188446
I got this camera last Christmas loved it ever since. It's small for carrying along. You can put it in your pocket, but I prefer my padded carrying case. The screen is big enough to view your photos & go through menu options with ease. I do a lot of professional photography, modeling & the photographer & wanted something small to carry in my free time. This camera gives clear quality photos & excellent control. With a fast start up, you can shoot with manual mode or change the settings to your preferences. The memory card doesn't hold very many photos, so you should buy one that does. It'll definitely be worth the purchase. Remember you should go through your manual & learn all features. This will help you understand the features & modes much better. I am disappointed with the flash. Indoor/close up shooting, without the best of lighting needs tissue over the flash because its so close to the lens. WIthout doing so, the photo will be washed out, or have red eye. Without great lighting the photo may also have noise. This is pretty common with these new small handheld cameras. As a Photoshop user, I find no problem editing this.

PROS:

  *  Compact design

  *  2.0-inch LCD Screen.

  *  Rich photos

  *  Great Battery Life - 14% more battery life than other SD series models. The life span on this battery is wonderful. It will last you hours. The charger that comes with the camera, charges very quickly & efficiently. The power saving setting automatically shuts camera off when not in use.

  *  9 Scene Mode - Pre-set settings for you to use for specific areas & subjects. The new Night Display feature brightens the LCD in low lighting. (Pre-Settings: Portrait, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater, Indoor, Kid & Pets, Night Snapshot)

  *  My Colors - Lets you highlight & swap colors right on the camera.

  *  Shutter Exposure & ISO Speed

  *  Color Balance - Make photos more vibrant, neutral, black & white, custom white balance, or sepia toned.

  *  PhotoStitch- Stitch assist shooting mode which helps getting the shots lined up. These can be viewed on your LCD screen. Pictures that have been shot in this mode are also tagged with metadata which identifies them as sections of a single panorama, positions, left right up & down.

  *  Supports other brand memory cards.

  *  Quick Speed Movies, 640 x 480 Movies @ 30fps

  *  USB 2.0 High Speed Support

  *  37-111mm F2.8 - 4.9, 3x Optical Zoom.

  *  50% Longer flash range versus the SD200-400.

  *  Self timer - 2 Sec./10 Sec./Custom Sec.

CONS:

  *  32MB Secure Digital Memory Card. The size of this is pretty useless. Highest resolution gets you 9 photos. If you can afford this camera, you can afford to buy a larger memory card. The camera supports other brands/makers which will save you money.

  *  Picture could be a little more sharp.

  *  Could use faster shutter speed/frames per second.

  *  Should have ISO Control & Macro in all modes.

There are lots of great things about it & it will definitely suit any camera user. You should always check out merchandise in person at a local store if possible, to play with the camera & get the feel before buying. Overall, I highly recommend this camera to anyone looking for a new camera. The perfect gift for Christmas, birthday, or just any occassion. It's well worth the cost!
3836407
This is an amazing little camera.  For me, it takes the place of a much bigger predecessor, meaning I can carry it easily in a pocket.  On the plus side, it takes very good pictures, and the ability to change nearly all the settings gives a flexibility that I really appreciate.  My wife happily sticks to the pre-sets and is pleased with the results.  On the negative side, carry lots of batteries!  It goes through them rather quickly; of course, you'll get lots of pictures, but that only makes the battery situation worse.  In addition, the focus time is often greater than I would like, especially in less-than-optimum lighting situations (like taking pictures of granddaughters' dance recitals, for example.)  It would also be nice to have RAW capability.  Also, there are so many possible setting changes that it takes a while to get used to all of them.  Fortunately, most of the locations for the commands were familiar, since I have owned other Canon cameras.  Overall, this is a wonderful little camera that gives excellent value for the money.  We carry ours with us all the time, and are glad of it.
3213320
This is easily the best compact camera I have ever owned. I must own 10 cameras. It is small, compact and so easy to use. I carried it on a three week trek around Europe in 2014. The images I took turned out simply fantastic. When I got home, I bought two more and gave one to my son. I highly recommend this camera. It is light. The battery and memory are contained. Just plug it in. It fits easily in your pocket or palm of your hand.