Canon S95

This is a new best friend for Canon’s DSLR geeks who want to go light. Like the previous S90, the S95 shoots RAW (a format favored by pros) and has a great lens (fast and with a convenient 28-105mm [3.8x] zoom range). What the new edition brings is great low-light capabilities. B15,900

Fujifilm 300EXR

Nature-lovers shooting distant critters and wide panoramic shots are in for a treat. The 300EXR features a very wide 24mm angle lens with a 15x optical zoom. With the panoramic function built-in you can stitch pictures together for full 360-degree views. B11,990

Panasonic Lumix FX75

The FX75 aims to be a small and stylish compact camera for every occasion. Its slim, colorful design packs a touchscreen LCD and a 24mm lens for those group shots in cramped spaces. Added bonuses: 5x optical zoom and HD video recording. B12,990

Ricoh CX4

Building on the CX3, the CX4 still features an impressive 28-300mm (10.7x zoom) and 1cm macro shot. Also, there are fun features to play with, just like on your iPhone: color adjustment, vignette and miniature (for that the “tilt-shift” look). B13,990

Samsung EX1

Another compact with pro features, the Samsung EX1 features a wide 24mm Schneider lens and a large 1/1.7” sensor for DSLR-like image quality in low-light conditions. As for looks, we like the rugged style of its metal case. B15,900.