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I’ve been bitching for years about the lack of point ‘n shoot cameras with RAW capture features. After all, it’s a software-based feature that really doesn’t “cost” anything. Anyhow, up until now your options for small cameras with RAW have been very limited to to a handful of expensive bulky models.

Well, no more thanks to Canons HDK (Hacker Development Kit). This snazzy little firmware upgrade includes RAW, a live color histogram, time-lapse and even games.  (for more info check out their Wiki)

This came to my attention on the LifeHacker Blog:

If you’re using a consumer grade point-and-shoot Canon digital camera, you’ve got hardware in hand that can support advanced features way beyond what shipped in the box. With the help of a free, open source project called CHDK, you can get features like RAW shooting mode, live RGB histograms, motion-detection, time-lapse, and even games on your existing camera. Let’s transform your point-and-shoot into a super camera just by adding a little special sauce to its firmware.

Snazzy stuff no doubt.  I’ve been putting off the purchase of a new PnS for this very reason and I might finally have an excuse to pull the trigger