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| Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
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 The Micro Four Thirds revolution is here and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 is the ringmaster. We were clawing away at our test images, attempting to find flaws, but in the end our complaints were all but a set of disposable trifles. The Lumix DMC-G1’s image quality was too powerful. Its micro grip-clad chassis and advanced controls were top-notch as well, and we took advantage of the Front dial for nearly all of our manual adjustments. The electronic viewfinder display offered one of the best live previews we’ve ever come across, and the swivel LCD came to our rescue in tight, photographically challenging spots. The Lumix DMC-G1 is packed with features, including a manual arsenal that will impress pros. For the price, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 is a steal, so advanced amateurs and budget pros will want to jump on this bad boy. We had minimal complaints across the board with this Micro Four Thirds prodigy, and all we can say is viva la revolution! Release: November 2008. Price: $670.
Pros: Rivals prosumer models in terms of image quality. Packed with features. Excellent electronic viewfinder performance and swivel LCD is highly convenient.
Cons: Compatible with a limited number of interchangeable lenses. Buttons are too small.
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| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 |
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 Our romp with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 was bittersweet, rendering us perplexed and intermittently satisfied throughout the course of our tests. At times, the Lumix DMC-FX150 would snag an image wrought with stunning detail, but most of our battles were waged against blown-out whites and poor low light sensitivity. The camera just couldn't make up its mind, so much that we had to dive into Manual mode to achieve most of our intended results. Beginners will struggle with this camera as a result of its stubborn nature, but the Lumix DMC-FX150 packs in enough Scene modes and extra features to entice the most frightened camera-phobes from here to Timbuktu. We dig the Lumix DMC-FX150's compact design and sexy architecture, but the lack of a spinning Control dial and smaller 2.7" LCD screen knock it back a few rungs compared to the Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and Nikon Coolpix S710. We suggest going with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 if you're a Manual control maverick. All other shooters should investigate Canon and Nikon for a top of the line 14-megapixel compact. Release: September 2008. Price: $300.
Pros: Great Manual Controls. Capable of stunning detail. Compact and sexy design.
Cons: Poor low light and dynamic range, leading to a highly inconsistent performance. Small LCD screen. No Spinning Control dial.
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| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
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 Panasonic has delivered an outstanding camera filled to the brim with manual controls and a load of shooting options. With a large imager that produces brilliant low light images and an extra-wide 24mm lens, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 is a very special camera indeed. Let’s not forget about the retro styling. The interface is intuitive and inviting, the giant LCD screen provides plenty of viewing space and the battery life is plentiful. It’s difficult to find any flaws with the DMC-LX3. For beginners, this camera might be a little too complex, and we didn't get consistent results from the Auto mode in our tests. However, the multiple shooting modes allow you to grow into a more experienced shooter. The Lumix DMC-LX3 will certainly amass a significant fan base of budget photographers and experienced shooters who want it all in a vintage-inspired package. Release: August 2008. Price: $350.
Pros: Beautiful image quality, especially in low light. Seemingly endless features. Classic styling.
Cons: Sub-par video quality. Auto mode is unpredictable.
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| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ50 |
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 Panasonic's first Wi-Fi enabled camera took a major nose-dive in an area that fuels its existence: Wi-Fi image uploading. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ50 rendered us haplessly flummoxed as we tried and tried to connect to various wireless networks and failed miserably each time. A hefty $120 is the only divide between the Lumix DMC-TZ50 and the Lumix DMC-TZ5, but after days of struggling, we had to throw in the towel. Its 10x optical zoom and above average low light performance are nice features, but they don't justify the purchase. Furthermore, shooting features are minimal and the camera occupies a little more space than necessary. Those who are Wi-Fi-curious should take a look at the Nikon Coolpix S51c, until Panasonic gets things together on this camera. Release: June 2008. Price: $330.
Pros: 10x optical zoom. Decent low light performance. Large LCD screen.
Cons: Wi-Fi mode didn't work. Limited shooting features. Bulky size.
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| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 |
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 Hybrid touch-screen functionality is what the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 is all about and we had mixed feelings about its performance within the shooting aspects of this camera. Playback with the touch-screen interface was highly intuitive, and we got much more out of the image review feature than adjusting the shutter speed and aperture via onscreen slider bars. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 is sleek, sexy and highly portable. We liked certain design elements like the shutter button zoom toggle and 25mm wide-angle lens. However, image quality was not up to par, even when compared to members of its own family tree. We highly recommend taking the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 for a test drive if you're hell-bent on a touch-screen interface, though we'd opt for Panasonic's interface over Sony's any day. Release: May 2008. Price: $400.
Pros: Great touch-screen Playback functionality. Nice 25mm wide-angle lens. Highly portable and good-looking.
Cons: Panasonic’s hybrid touch-screen compact is put to the full test. Read the full Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 review here.
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