Shirley Iodice wrote:
Thank you all for your responses. I am new to this forum and I feel like I have new photography friends that can help me with a decision. More research is in order for me. I will look into the G series. I had a G12 at one time and I loved it. Thanks again.
Shirley … I think the M50 is an EXCELLENT choice, if you still wish to stay with Canon, and also have lens interchangeability. This is the smallest Canon camera which will provide both, and it also offers a 24MP sensor, the latest Digic 8 processor, and, of course, the fully-articulating screen, Canon devised - which means you can put it in your purse, with it closed, and not have to worry about the LCD getting scratched!
But, in order to fit it in a purse, comfortably, you'd be better off detaching the lens, putting the body cap back on, and capping both ends of the lens. This means, it won't be, instantly, at the ready, as with some other designs … but, come to think of it - it doesn't really take that long, to be at the ready, now - does it?
Afterthought - you might want to get yourself a very small lens case, to store that lens in - which you can also stuff into your purse - if big enough. The very most small CaseLogic might work - it's designed for a tiny bridge camera, but you could also use it for that lens. Better, if you will shove them both into your purse, separately. Or, of course - you could pick up a small camera case, for the whole thing, and then attach it to your purse strap. There are plenty of designs around, perfect for such things. Look in e-bags!