What to Buy - planning to sell GF1

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I am now looking to replace the GF1, 20mm and 14-45mm kit that I bought. Got it early this year, and although very pleased with the camera, the major failing I have with it is the size - bought it to go snowboarding with, but found it a tad too bulky even with the 20mm for carrying in my jacket pocket. It most definitely got in the way when I bent to fasten my bindings.

So, with a trip to Asia coming up at the end of October, and the potential of collecting a bargain, what is the current recommendation for replacements?

I'm thinking high end compact really - maybe Canon S95 or Pana LX-5. I will always take the DSLR with me on trips, but want something to carry everywhere.

All suggestions welcome - the LX-5 looks pretty handy, given the other current thread about it.

Cheers, Bradders.
 
If I had to get rid of my GF1 for some crappy compact then I'd be getting an LX5 - after a detailed comparison with the LX3 to see if it's worth the upgrade.

Then again - I'd first be looking at leaving the 14-45 behind and putting my GF1+20 in a different pocket or alternative means of carrying it before it was prised out of my hands!
 
Such a good lens ... I'd be stitching a custom pocket on my gear for that job alone. Seriously.
 
I love the GF1 but I agree, it's no compact and sometimes a compact is what's needed. Even if you get a bigger pocket the bulk is still there.

I don't know about the S95 but the two cameras that came to mind were the S90 or LX5. Actually the LX2 is still a very handy big of kit too.
 
Thanks for the replies. Have taken the plunge and listed the GF1. Will head out this weekend yo have a play with an LX-5.

Cheers Bradders
 
Haha. Will have to ask her. On second thoughts, maybe I should wait to see what she fetches!!
 
If its not too late consider the fuji finepix x100 that is about to hit the shops.

Smaller than a g1 half breed but with a metal body it would take a few knocks.
 
Will check out the Fuji for size. Not going to buy until trip to Asia at end of Oct. The Canon G11 is still a bit too large. Definitely want something that'll not injure me if fallen onto when in my snowboard jacket pocket. I think the G11 would still get in the way when bending to do up my bindings.

Haha on G/F pics. Some in my gallery on here!! Bid away. Just don't tell her!!
 
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