And I'm after regular use of the camera still very happy: wanted I had a noble Compact above the mass Ixus models (of which I had over the years different models (V3, 750) in use) and below the EOS Spiegelrefelexkameras.
Was decisive for me:
+ Excellent image quality with 12.1 MP
+ High output aperture of f 2.0,
+ Wide property from 24 mm (KB equivalent)
+ Moderate 5-fold zoom lens on the restriction of the error (corresponding KB. 24-120 mm)
+ Simple, elegant design (weight: 198 g)
+ Fast operation with keys and 3-inch touch screen.
+ RAW mode also possible (who would not only JPEGs).
Negative, but no purchase obstacle:
- The first incredibly high price of EUR 479 (but Leica was / would be even more expensive), now
+ Purchase price to the 200 is excellent value for money.
The camera has proved its worth as a noble "Always there" compact camera with excellent images. Super control options while Program ("P") for easy photography. If it has to happen quickly: simply turn, trigger tap for autofocus, triggering. Done.
The specialist magazine CHIP judges (11/2012): "Small camera for spectacular photos - Outwardly inconspicuous, but technically convincing" and COLORFOTO joined (12/2012): "good [r] compromise between handy size and pleasing image quality."
My conclusion for the second year: Compact great for quality recordings! Buy recommendation!