Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
PC Mag has posted a review of the Panasonic DMC-FX35.
On the plus side, this camera has the rare ability to record HD-quality (1,280-by-720) movies at 30 or 15 frames per second. Video quality is good, too: At an aspect ratio of 16:9, there was little blurriness or shake, and playback was smooth.
DC Resource has posted a review of the 10.1 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35.
The FX35 takes good quality photos, though there are definitely some issues to point out. On the whole, photos were well-exposed, with pleasing, vivid color. Images are on the soft side, though it’s not too bad. Panasonic has made great strides in reducing the amount of noise reduction they apply to images on their newest cameras, and that shows on the DMC-FX35.
DC Resource has published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 is quite an impressive package. It’s not perfect, but it’s arguably the best camera in the “compact” ultra zoom class. From its 28 – 280 mm lens to its 720p movie mode, the TZ5 can do just about everything.
PhotoToday.net has posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5.
One of the truly amazing new features highlighted during the press conference was Light Detection/Intelligent Exposure. What the engineers at Panasonic have figured out is a way to chop the scene the camera sees into 3000 sections and then figure the correct exposure for each section. The result is a scene that more closely matches what your eyes see.
Steve’s Digicams has posted a review of the Pansonic Lumix DMC-TZ4.
The image quality from our outdoor images are excellent for a camera in this category. Our photos show good overall exposure and natural color saturation. The Leica 10x zoom lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal range of 28-280mm, and is an outstanding feature on this camera.
Steve’s Digicams has posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ8.
Image quality when using 8M Fine mode was average when compared to similar models in this class. When shooting outdoors, the camera produced crisp, clear images with good exposures and colors. The Leica 5x optical zoom lens has a 35mm equivalent of 32-160mm, giving you an excellent wide angle end as well as a good telephoto coverage.
Trusted Reviews has posted a review of the 10.1 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS20.
The Lumix FS20 is a companion model the the FS5, offering a larger LCD screen and slightly better handling. Build quality is excellent, and the overall design is functional but attractive. It is a point-and-shoot camera with a limited but sensible range of features, and performs well in most situations, with good low light capabilities.
DP Review has just posted its review of the 9.1 megapixel Panasonic DMC-TZ5.
If you are looking for a travel or walkaround camera that is quick enough for the occasional spontaneous street shot and can also produce great quality HD video you should definitely have a closer look at the TZ5.
There are a couple new reviews for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 floating around out there now. Check out the praise for this uber upgrade to last year’s Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1:
Popular Photography’s review and PhotographyBLOG’s in-depth comparison of the TZ3 to the TZ1.
Update Apr. 4, 2007: DPReview’s new review of the TZ3.