Summary:The EX-1 is Samsung's attempt at a high-end compact designed for enthusiasts. It meets all the requirements, including full PASM exposure modes and the ability to shoot RAW files as well as JPEGs.
Summary:Fixed-lens hybrid camera which uses Sigma's Foveon X3 sensor. It's designed for photo enthusiasts and experts, favouring manual controls as well as automatic modes.
Summary:Canon's top 'beginners' SLR will also appeal to enthusiasts. It has the same 18-megapixel sensor as Canon's more expensive EOS 60D and EOS 7D and, like them, shoots full HD movies, though it has a cheaper plastic body.
Summary:The E-PL1 was launched as the 'affordable' Pen camera from Olympus, with a plastic body and much simpler and more cheaply-made controls, though it does have a built-in flash. It's now been superseded by the E-PL2.
