Sony's RX100 created a frisson of excitement when it was announced on 6 June because of its 'winning' combination of a small camera body plus a relatively large, high-resolution sensor.
You're looking for a pocketable; large-sensor digicam with PASM shooting modes; You want raw file capture and Full HD video recording; You don't mind having to dive into menus to adjust camera settings; You want good-looking photos at high ISO settings; You'd like a built-in flash
You want an optical viewfinder; You want interchangeable lenses; You require quick access to key camera settings; You don't like in-camera battery charging