Posted by Steve on 9th May 2006
A review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 digital camera is available at PCMag.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 features 6 megapixels resolution and a 6x optical zoom. The DMC-LZ5 uses Panasonic’s optical image stabilizer, which combined with the LZ5’s high ISO sensitivity enables you to capture fast moving objects or shoot in low light conditions, while minimizing picture blur.
The editors gave the Panasonic DMC-LZ5 3 out of 5 points.
The review conclusion:
“If you’re looking for a digital camera with 6X optical zoom, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better camera at a cheaper price. Nonetheless, the Lumix DMC-LZ5’s performance issues keep it out of the running for an Editors’ Choice award.”
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Posted by Steve on 7th May 2006
Imaging resource has published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 digital camera. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 is a compact 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3 times optical zoom. The LS2 runs on normal AA batteries and features optical image stabilization.
The results of the review:
“The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 is just a simple point and shoot digital camera at first blush, with a 3x zoom in a small, simple body. […] Unfortunately, the LS2 needs the optical image stabilization to make up for its shortcomings in terms of low light and flash performance. […] The Panasonic Lumix LS2 is a good little camera, and clearly one of the best bargains on the market for an optically stabilized digital camera. It just missed being named a “Dave’s Pick,” but it deserves your serious consideration if you’re looking for a unique camera at a great price. You really can’t match its combination of 5 megapixels, optical image stabilization, and easy battery compatibility, making for a excellent and inexpensive travel digital camera.”
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Posted by Steve on 3rd May 2006
A review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01 digital camera has been published at ePhotozine.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01 is a stylish digital camera with 6 megapixels resolution, a 3.6 times optical zoom and a large 2.5 inch display. Other interesting features are the optical image stabilization to reduce blurred photos and the DMC-FX01’s 28mm wide angle lens.
The review verdict:
“The Panasonic Lumix FX-01 has a lot going for it. The wide angle zoom is unique in a camera of this size, the LCD screen is fantastic quality,as is the general fit and finish of the camera. The noise levels are the most disappointing aspect of this camera, at ISO80 there is already a noticeable level of noise present and by ISO 400 the image quality has deteriorated further. Although the noise levels could be a major problem for some, it wasn’t enough to put me off this camera, the solid build and image quality in good light are enough to warrant overlooking this flaw.”
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Posted by Steve on 29th April 2006
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 digital camera has been reviewed at imaging resource.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 is a compact digital camera with 8.4 megapixel resolution and a 4 times optical zoom. It is the first camera to offer a 16:9 aspect ratio, which, in combination with the wide zoom lens, allows you to take truly panoramic photos. The Lumix DMC-LX1 is also equipped with optical image stabilization technology, reducing the risk of blurred pictures usually caused by camera shake.
The review verdict:
“The Panasonic LX1 is a pretty unique digital camera. It packs a 4x zoom lens into a surprisingly compact body and mates it to a 16:9 sensor with options for 4:3 or 3:2 aspect ratios, too. Panasonic throws in their excellent Mega OIS Optical Image Stabilization technology for good measure. […] The Panasonic LX1 also offers 8 megapixel resolution, very bright color without oversaturating skin tones, good macro focusing, and very good battery life. Not to mention optional full manual control, programmed auto, and both aperture and shutter priority modes in addition to a simple auto mode and plenty of Scene modes.
[…] The Panasonic LX1 is an excellent little camera, and clearly one of the best bargains on the market in light of its resolution, color, and rich feature set. […] With a Leica lens and a solid built, it is a strong value, and a “Dave’s Pick” to be sure. There’s really nothing else quite like it.”
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Posted by Steve on 24th April 2006
Photoxels have posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ7 digital camera.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 is 6 megapixel digital camera, that despite its 12 times optical zoom lens is still surprisingly small and light. The FZ7 is also equipped with Panasonic’s optical image stabilization, reducing the risk of blurred photos. The camera can be operated fully automatic or fully manual, and a selection of scene modes is available as well, making it an interesting camera for both photography novices and ambitioned photographers.
The review conclusion:
“Overall, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 makes a great all-round family digital camera. Beginner amateur photographers (and the proverbial “soccer moms”) will find it easy-to-use, and more serious amateur photographers will appreciate all the useful and immensely practical features — all in a well-designed compact body. The Panasonic FZ7 produces great images, is fast and a pleasure to use — and is simply incredible value for money. If you are looking for a long zoom digital camera, don’t miss checking out the Panasonic FZ7, available in silver or all black body.”
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Posted by Steve on 22nd April 2006
A review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ7 digital camera is available at LetsGoDigital.
The Lumix DMC-FZ7 is an ultra zoom camera, offering a 12x optical zoom, 6 megapixel resolution and a 2.5 inch LCD display. The DMC-FZ7 is also equipped with optical image stabilization, which helps reduce blurred photos caused by camera shake and is especially useful when using the long range of the zoom without a tripod. The DMC-FZ7 also features manual exposure control, as well as automatic scene modes, making it suitable to both advanced and novice photographers.
The review conclusion:
“We can conclude that the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ7 is a powerful combination; guarantees high quality images and suits a large group of users. Despite its user-friendliness and low entry-level, the camera will certainly not limit or confine those who wish to expand their basic knowledge of photography, and are keen to experiment a little more. The Panasonic Lumix FZ7 is also an excellent step towards a possible future digital SLR camera. And well, what do you know: Panasonic have just announced that we may expect the Panasonic DMC L1 to make its entrance into the market later this year… We truly recommend the Panasonic Lumix FZ7!”
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Posted by Steve on 22nd April 2006
The Panasonic DMC-TZ1 digital camera has been reviewed at Megapixel.net.
The Panasonic DMC-TZ1 is a compact ultra zoom camera with 5 megapixels resolution, an amazing 10 times optical zoom and a 2.5 inch LCD display. The clever use of folding optics make the Panasonic DMC TZ1 the world’s smallest ultra zoom camera, a camera that can be easily carried around to go anywhere.
The risk of shaky and blurred images which is a common problem when making use of the long zoom range is minimized by Panasonic’s optical image stabilization that moves the lens to counteract camera movement. In addition, the DMC TZ1 also offers high ISO sensitivity (800), enabling the TZ1 to shoot in low light conditions and to further reduce motion blur.
Megapixel awarded the Panasonic DMC-TZ1 8.4 out of 10 points for its functionality and 9.2 out of 10 points for its photographic qualities.
The review results:
“Positives:
* Very good to excellent image quality outdoors.
* Innovative, high quality 10X zoom.
* Very effective stabilization system.
* No chromatic aberration.
* No serious optical distortion.
* Good movie mode.
* Good value for money.
Negatives:
* Built-in flash a bit weak unless sensitivity is set to Auto.
* No Manual or priority modes.
* No uncompressed format.”
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Posted by Steve on 22nd April 2006
A review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 digital camera is available at imaging resource.
The Lumix DMC-FZ7 is an ultra zoom camera, offering a 12x optical zoom, 6 megapixel resolution and a 2.5 inch LCD display. The DMC-FZ7 is also equipped with optical image stabilization, which helps reduce blurred photos caused by camera shake and is especially useful when using the long range of the zoom without a tripod. The DMC-FZ7 also features manual exposure control, as well as automatic scene modes, making it suitable to both advanced and novice photographers.
Here is a summary of the review conclusion:
“[…] The FZ7 combines good image quality, responsive handling, and very effective optical image stabilization in a very attractively-priced digital camera. […] With the FZ7, Panasonic made a number of improvements over previous models, including better viewfinder visibility in dim lighting, greater flash range, a larger LCD display, and a much-improved movie mode. The biggest weaknesses we found were high noise levels at ISO 400 and high chromatic aberration in the corners of the frame at telephoto focal lengths. (While noise is high though, it’s worth noting that ISO 400 shots from the FZ7 look just fine at print sizes as large as 5×7.) All things considered, while we’d like to see lower levels of image noise, the Panasonic FZ7 delivers a lot of performance and image quality for the money, clearly deserving of recognition as a Dave’s Pick. If you’re looking for a good deal on a long-zoom camera with image stabilization, the Panasonic FZ7 deserves your serious consideration.”
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Posted by Steve on 21st April 2006
PhotographyBlog has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera.
The DMC-TZ1 offers a massive 10 times optical zoom and is one of the smallest ultra zoom digital cameras currently available. The DMC-TZ1 is also equipped with Panasonic’s optical image stabilization and offers 5 megapixel resolution, as well as a large 2.5 inch display.
The DMC-TZ1 scored 4.5 out of 5 stars in the review (Highly recommended).
The results of the review:
“The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 is a unique camera in a crowded market-place, thanks solely to its combination of a 10x zoom lens and compact dimensions. […] The ability to zoom from 35mm up to 350mm and still get sharp results thanks to Panasonic’s Mega O.I.S system is a revelation. Everything from mild wide-angle scenics to distant close-ups is possible, all from a camera that you can just about squeeze into a (large) pocket. There’s obvious distortion at both ends of the zoom range, but that’s a small price to pay for the flexibility that’s on offer. The 5 megapixel sensor is modest in this day and age, but more than adequate for prints up to A4 in size. Image quality is on the whole good, although the inability to alter sharpness in the camera is frustrating as the images are soft. […]
The TZ1 may be just a simple point and shoot camera in terms of creativity, with no control over aperture or shutter speeds, but you may also find that the focal range is simply too liberating to ignore. Highly recommended.”
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Posted by Steve on 21st April 2006
A review of the Panasonic Lumix LS2 digital camera is available at DigiCamReview.
The Lumix L2 is a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3 times optical zoom and a 2 inch LCD display. Like most Panasonic camera it is equipped with optical image stabilization that minimizes blurry photos caused by camera shake.
The review results (rating: 8 out of 10, recommended):
“The Panasonic Lumix LS2 is a budget digital camera from Panasonic, but it is very difficult to see where they have “compromised” in any way to reduce the price - the only missing features appear to be the lack of sound on videos and the smaller than average 2″ screen. Despite the budget price, Panasonic produce a very good camera, providing optical image stabilisation, an orientation sensor, custom white balance, features rarely seen on budget models. The camera also produces excellent image quality, with good dynamic range, detail and sharpness, along with very good, accurate, life-like colours with high saturation. The camera is very easy to use with a normal / auto mode, numerous scene modes and a “Simple” mode. If you want a camera with manual controls then this isn’t it, but if you want a budget point and shoot camera that’s full of features, and capable of taking great photos, then the Panasonic Lumix LS2 is recommended!”
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