Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3
If you’re looking for a compact lightweight camera with loads of features that won’t break your budget look no further than the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. This camera comes complete with raw processing, for those of you who like to have extra control over your images, and 10 megapixels.

You can get the new Panasonic for a little more than six hundred dollars. The design of the camera makes it easy to hold and use; however the menu isn’t as user friendly.
With an optical zoom of only 2.5x you may find yourself wanting more from the lens. However, you are sure to be pleased with Panasonic’s improvements in the area of auto intelligent providing you with better exposure.

A list of the specifications include: ISO 80 – 3200, File Formats both JPEG and RAW, built in flash, 50MB built in memory, PictBridge and AV Output and HD AV Output (which requires an additional cable).
Overall, Panasonic’s latest model offers a lot of camera without going to the next level of owning a DSLR. You’re sure to get a quality image with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3.