Panasonic Lumix DMC-F1s

Price $368.99
Sensor 3.2-megapixel, 1/2.5-inch 3.3MP CCD
Lens Leica f2.8-4.9 3x zoom
Focus Auto, 10cm in macro mode
Exposure Program AE, scene modes
Metering Multi-pattern, spot
Monitor 1.5-inch 114,000 pixels
AE Compensation +/-2EV in 0.3EV steps
Flash Auto, on, off, slow, red-eye
Video output PAL or NTSC
Movie recording 200 x 240 at 10fps with sound
Other features Voice memos in record and playback mode
Image storage SD
Batteries Lithium-ion, CGA-S001E
AC adaptor Supplied
Weight 185g (without battery or card)
Dimensions 87mm(w) x 57mm(h) x 27.8mm(d)
Transfer USB
OS Windows 98/Me, 2000 or XP

Verdict The Panasonic handles surprisingly well given its small size, and the accessibility of the EV compensation and bracketing controls are especially good. It's very well made and finished, too, though at £350 it needs to be.

Features: 80
Images: 84
Build: 90
Value: 88
Final Score: 86