Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 ($500) is a pro-worthy point-and-shoot that features a F2.0 24mm Leica DC Vario-Summicron lens, 10.1 megapixels and an ultra-sensitive 1/1.63-inch CCD. The compact cam captures photos up to ISO 3200 at full resolution, offers full manual control for more advanced photography, and has the ability to record HD video in 1280 x 720p at 24fps. It'll be available in silver and black next month.