This is not making my quest for a pocket point and shoot any easier...I just want something to put in my handbag for when I'm out not taking photos, but happen to see something. If I'm going out taking photos, I take the SLR. The Sony looks pretty good, really, but...it's a Sony, and their software is AWFUL. ALWAYS.
Looks hard to beat on quality, but maybe the Canon G12 or S100 is better on price....