Any ideas for a new camera?

[ILovetoShoot]

Hi, I wanted to get some feedback in order to make a decision for my new compact/CSC and what better place to ask for ideas but here

I am looking to buy a small, pocket sized camera in order to take photographs including family, adventure, travel when out and about (skiing, holidays, cycling, climbing etc) and am really not sure what to go for at all. I recently bought the Panasonic TZ40 and used that for about 11 months. It was OK but the problem I had was the quality of the images due to sensor size. I use full frame (ff) cameras for more serious photography and some pt work, and now when I review pictures from compact cameras the quality seems so poor it doesn't even come close to what i really want/need/would like. I saw the Canon EOS M which looks really great but the lenses (all except the 22mm) are bulky and 'not' pocket sized. I am stuck. Does anyone own a decent compact camera that you could recommend?
BTW I only really want to spend around £200.

Please can I have some help! Thanks.

 

[macvisual]

Have a look at a Fuji X-E 1 body, they seem to sell around £160 ish without a lens. Not overly big but lovely quality etc, you'll need a lens of course, something like a Fuji XF 27mm to get you going or a cheap Fuji zoom lens. Probably a bit over your budget but well worth it!

I recently got myself a X-E 1 body and love it.

 

[a1ex2001]

How pocket sized do you want? If we are talking jeans then no system camera will cut it.

If you want truly pocket sized the Sony rx100 is about the best you'll get. It won't come close to a full frame slr though! When you say you review the images how are you doing this? I use a full frame slr but am equally pleased with pictures from my wife's s110 when printed at normal sized or viewed on a screen from a sensible distance. Side by side 100% crops and it is awful in comparison but frankly who cares in real world usage it is very good!

 

[Chipper]

You might also check out the EOS M thread here as they are a complete bargain now...Argos have them I think. Anyway, do read the thread....

 

[Grumps1974]

Another endorsement for the RX100. You should be able to pick up a used Mark I for about your budget.