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Question: Canon g10 vs panasonic dmc-lx3?

(Posted by: captainshenanigans on 2009-08-12 07:04:32)

I am looking for a good digital point and shoot that is able to shoot RAW, has a decent flash when needed, can handle low light ok (not expecting much from a p&s) and is fairly compact. i recently sold all my DSLR stuff because i can't keep all that for a hobby nor is it practical. i was set on the G10, then a photographer friend said the LX3 is a much better camera and is better in low light, and has a better flash. only major downside was you have to have Photoshop CS4 for the RAW files. i have no plans on upgrading to new software because it isn't practical for me, i am a minimalistic photoshoper, lol. i would consider getting lightroom however. but, as a side note, does anyone know how the fine JPEGS look for both cameras. most of my photos will be online only and if they are printed they will probably be no bigger than 8x10ish. i know everyone has been swearing by the G10, but, like me, i just don't think people have heard a lot about the LX3. anyone who has either camera and wants to be brutally honest i would love to hear your thoughts. thanks :) oh, and i want something with fully manual features. are there any other comparable advanced point and shoots out there? what about lag time from when you press the shutter and when it actually takes the picture?