I'm trying to decide between either an Olympus E-PL7 w/ 17mm 2.8 lens, Fujifilm X100/X100S, or a Canon G1X Mark II for mostly street photography with a few landscape shots too. Which would be the most suitable, including any other cameras that I've neglected to consider?

I used to have a Canon 7D but couldn't stand hauling it and several lenses around. As well, locals seem to be a lot more unfriendly when I'm lugging a DSLR around...

Lots of threads here on "best camera for..."

I love my E-M1. I think the micro 4/3 system is a great compromise between size and quality.

You might also consider the Sony RX100 series line up and the new Panasonic LX100. You don't say what your budget is...

I guess my budget is anywhere from $600-$1,200. I heavily prefer a camera with a viewfinder so the Olympus and Fujifilm are at the top of my list. However, the Canon G1X's flip screen and zoom lens might make it more practical.

And thanks, the LX100 does look like an interesting option with its nice retro look.

If you want a viewfinder, the Olympus OM-D E-M10 is basically the identical camera as the E-PL7, except that the E-M10 has a built in EVF. The E-PL7 requires an add-on EVF, which, depending upon which one you get, will cost from $100 to $200 additional.

I hear you on the viewfinder. I prefer one as well.

The RX100 M3 has a little popup EVF which is pretty nice. Ultimately I think the controls of the LX100 would be much better though since you can set things easily by a dial rather than having to use a menu.

The Panasonic GX7 also has an EVF and has just had a big price drop.

im going to 2nd what this post says 100%

strong enthusiast: Olympus OMD or PEN series
enthusiast: LX100
casual: RX100

and 2nd on the GX7 recommendation, too. critically, it has built-in stabilization. however, the olympus line have twin-dial controls

I love my X100S. Chose it specifically for travel purposes. Small, light, silent, sharp and very unobtrusive. It is the kind of camera that people smile at as it is not intimidating in the least.

I don't miss a zoom. Supposedly the 35mm equivalent view is close to the normal human field of view. The IQ is sufficient enough for cropping if needed.

Not a pro shooter by any means but as a relative photography dumbass - this thing will take pics that are are very pleasing to my family, friends and myself. One of my coworkers bought one right after seeing the pics from our trip to Europe.

I haven't shot raw yet - jpegs straight out of the camera are good enough for me and having the Eye-Fi card + iPad for transferring the pics works nicely.

GoPro 4?!

I feel Fujifilm X100S and Ricoh GR are pretty appealing options for street photography with their semi wide, relatively fast lenses, large sensors, and compact form factors.

Agreed. I've been very happy with my Ricoh GR. Wide angle and high res is great for street photography.

A bit over your budget, but I really like my Leica X (with viewfinder).

http://us.leica-camera.com/Photograp.../Leica-X-Vario

Have both Sony RX100 mk 2 and Fuji X-T1. Either would work well but I really like the Fuji for street photography especially if you use one of the nice prime lenses like the 23mm or 56mm