Compact rugged muk 'n druk?

[Sneeky]

Hi
I have DSLR's and some quality glass but I am looking for a camera I can stick in my camelback when I go riding (off-road/enduro)

So it must be pretty rugged. I have seen images from an Olympus Stylus, but I am not sure if it was the photographer or the camera but they failed to impress.

Any input?
I am used to the flexibility of a DSLR so would like as much ability to dial the camera in as possible.
Delay from the shutter when taking a picture, minimum.

 

[Quantum Theory]

What is your budget? Canon G11 maybe.

 

[Sneeky]

To big I reckon.
Looking for something really compact, and knowing its a trade of with quality at the end of the day, just after the best value.
Budget R2.5-4K

 

[GTi]

You could look @ getting the Panasonic Lumix TS2 Rugged Compact Digital Camera.

http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/panasonic-lumix-ts2-rugged-compact-digital-camera-26-01-2010/

 

[GTi]

The other option is the Canon Powershot D10 - Waterproof & Shockproof - 12.1Mp , 3x Zoom

http://www.orms.co.za/product.php?a=view&product=2087

 

[noodleone]

G11 great, but would go for something more enviro proof if lots of sand, I had to get new sensor (2 grand) after dust got in when I did an underground mining shoot. Platinum dust is a be'atch.

 

[noodleone]

Also try the Hero Cam http://www.goprocamera.com Those things are rugged as all hell, they have to be! Think they around US$200-300

 

[Vaaljapie]

I will go for the Canon Powershot D1.

 

[Quantum Theory]

I prefer the Lumix over the Powershot. If i was in the market for this kind of thing, that is the one I would get.