I support G11 for the following reasons:-
Advantage is i have a wireless flash transmitter + 2 canon flash. Both DSLR and G11 can use it.
Same system so less learning curve compare to using another PnS camera.
The dials is easy to adjust and you have some manual controls if you want to learn what settings give you the photos you want. (max the limits of a compact camera).
Thks for link to canon G12 leather case. Ordered from eBay HK supplier for S$18.50 depends on conversion rate including delivery. It's the same case & received within 10 days.