The Panasonic G1 - Is this the beginning of a new direction in compact cameras? (source: Panasonic)

The Panasonic G1 - Is this the beginning of a new direction in compact cameras?

Back when I was rabbiting on about what camera to buy, I mentioned that “The best camera is the one you have with you…” and that “any compact digital camera with more mega pixels than [8] is nearly always going to result in a poorer quality picture”. These two assumptions were key to my choices for a powerful carry around camera, which is currently a Canon G7. Today’s announcement of the Panasonic G1, the first camera based on the Micro Four Thirds standard may be about to fundamentally alter these assumptions..
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July 2nd, 2008

What Camera Should I Buy?

Or it could be “What do you think of this camera?” or “Is this a good deal?” or… or… or… Not to labour the point, but I get asked this a lot by my friends and family. I don’t mind, as I definitely suffer from an addiction to camera porn (i.e. researching, reviewing, buying the latest and greatest cameras and accessories :-) ). In the camera buying world, religious wars are many, and opinions are strongly held. As a service to the world at large I will share my opinions with you…

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