The G2 also comes with a 5.2in ‘full HD’ screen, multi-point AF and a non-protruding lens, according to LG which unveiled the device in New York yesterday.

Features also include a ‘Super Resolution’ mode.

The G2 is expected to go on sale within the next two months.

Earlier this week, we reported that almost 11% of photography enthusiasts said they had ditched their compact camera for a mobile device, according to an industry survey.