Attention DSLR addicts looking for a high-end point-and-shoot: This is your camera. Panasonic's collaboration with Leica results in a handsomely designed lens that produces sharp, clear images. Stunning daylight photos boast vibrant colors and crisp background details. Comprehensive manual settings and 20 photo modes for tackling tough shots. With its palm-friendly chassis, it's always just a pocket away.
WIRED: Shoots with no noticeable delay. Macro mode captures close-up details flawlessly. Live histogram. 12.2 megapixels!
TIRED: LCD washes out in direct sun. Shadows look pixelated under close scrutiny. HD video at 15 fps? What a tease.
$400, panasonic.com