Compact Recommendation

BlackDragon · 27 May 2013 at 22:57

Hi,

I'm a complete novice to cameras, but I like the advanced functionality you can get with a DSLR. However I don't like the bulkiness of one, so it seems like Compact System cameras is the way to go.

I plan to use the camera for a variety of things, so nothing specific in that regard. I am looking for a good 'all-rounder', with excellent image quality at various light levels, and as much of the advanced functionality you could get with a DSLR as possible.

My budget is up to £500.

Possible candidates so far:

Sony NEX5RKW (£418)
Nikon COOLPIX P330 (£284)
Sony Cybershot RX100 (£449)

Appreciate any recommendations.

pryere · 28 May 2013 at 17:20

How about a Canon? http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_Camera/PowerShot/PowerShot_G15/
Highly regarded, I had a G12 and it was brill.

fadetoblack · 28 May 2013 at 18:38

pryere said:
How about a Canon? http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_Camera/PowerShot/PowerShot_G15/
Highly regarded, I had a G12 and it was brill.

I ve got a G12 love it

CAT-THE-FIFTH · 28 May 2013 at 22:17

Have you looked at the Ricoh GR APS-C compact?

It has a fixed 28MM/F2.8 lens but has the same 16MP APS-C sensor found in many Nikon,Pentax and Sony dSLR and mirrorless cameras. The lens is meant to be very sharp and it costs £600.