PHOTOBLOGGING BY REQUEST: Reader Bob Allman writes about my Panasonic LX-3.

Nothing more to post regarding your LX3? User reports are always much more interesting, and in many cases more valuable, than professional reviews. And I know I’m not alone in wanting to read your comments.

Well, it pretty much rocks. The Nikon D300 is better for, you know, professional magazine assignments, or other things where top quality, interchangeable lenses, and other accessories matter. But, honestly, the LX-3 is sufficiently good that it’s moved the line where I decide to use the Nikon instead of a pocket camera. The lens is great, the color rendering is terrific, and it’s easy to use and produces excellent photos — even in low light.