The Canon G10 is now in stock and shipping for $499 Calumet via Amazon. I expect that current stock will sell out within the day today.

Update: As expected, the stock at Calumet didn't last long. However, the same Amazon link below will now take you to Amazon where the G10 still lists as in stock, this time at J&R. Let's see how long their stock lasts.

The G10 is also available at B&H, another reseller I can recommend strongly.

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DC Watch has posted their part one analysis of the Coolpix P6000, including the usual look at sharpness, bokeh, distortion, close focus ability, high ISO, and more.

Link: DC Watch - Coolpix P6000

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DC Watch today published quite a few full-size Panasonic LX3 image samples. I don't speak Japanese, but according to the Google translation it seems that they set out to assess the autofocus tracking and macro capabilities of the LX3. There are some very good examples of what to expect from the LX3 with regards to bokeh and high contrast scenes.

Link: DC Watch - Panasonic LX3 (Part 3)

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Without doubt the Panasonic G1 was one of the most exciting announcements of the year. For those of us left with questions after the initial announcements, there have been at least two interviews worth reading.

4/3 Photo posted a "Q&A with Panasonic over the G1", addressing Leica's involvement, the progression to 12MP, target market, and more.

Link: 4/3 Photo - Q&A with Panasonic over the G1

Today DPReview published "Photokina 2008 Interview: Panasonic", which probes the significance of the exposed sensor, expected support for autofocus with existing Four Thirds lenses, future of the FZ20/30/50 line, and more.

Link: DPReview - Photokina 2008 Interview: Panasonic

Finally, DC Watch has posted a detailed report on the appearance and menu system of the G1 (link).

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Serious Compacts contributor Cristian Sorega has blogged a report from Photokina 2008. Like Wouter Brandsma, Cristian's report is focused on advanced compact cameras. Lots of good information and photos in there!

Links:
Photokina 2008 - Part 1 at Ricoh GR-Diary
Photokina 2008 - Part 2 at Ricoh GR-Diary

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