DigitalCameraInfo has posted a preview on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01, the world’s smallest point-and-shoot digital camera (released on 14.02.06) with 28mm wide angle Leica DC zoom lens, featuring a 6.0 megapixels (CCD), Leica DC 3.6x optical zoom (equivalent to 28-102mm) lens, Image Stabilizer, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen.

“In terms of value the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01 is a strong contender, due to the 28-102mm wide angle zoom lens which is capable of recording true 16:9 in both still and video recording modes with optical image stabilization for under $350. The camera has a handful of preset shooting modes, a couple of manual control options, minimal image editing in playback mode. Its 2.5-inch LCD with 207K resolution comes in four body colors for a little theoretical personalization, and the small frame and clean external and internal design should allow easy navigation and comfortable portage. But if full manual control is wanted within this price range, it may make sense to look at other alternatives. ”

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Megapixel has recently posted their review on Panasonic DMC-LX1, a 8.4 megapixels camera with CCD chip, RAW support, true native 16.9 wide aspect ratio sensor, and an optical image stabilization. In conclusion they wrote:

“The LX1’s primary metering mode, called Multi, is a type of averaging that measures the light at various points in the frame and combines these readings into a single overall set of shooting parameters that will produce a good overall exposure. Indeed, the metering is accurate and regularly yields good exposures, albeit with a slight tendency to give preference to lowlights over highlights.

Noise however can be detected at all ISO levels, although it is only at the 400 ISO level that is is unavoidable. Still, even at 80 ISO, the camera’s lowest sensitivity level, noise can be seen in shadow areas, and can become more pronounced when the image is captured under poor light, or with its little flash.”

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Doug Harman from PocketLint has posted his review on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5, new 6.0 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera with 6x optical zoom (equivalent to 37-222mm ), Image Stabilizer and 2.5″ LCD. He gives the camera 4 out of 5 stars and writes;

“The Lumix LZ5 looks basic but it actually plays host to some nice features such as image stabilisation, exposure bracketing and a burst shooting modes, among many others. Image quality is good to fair at higher sensitivity settings (up to 1600 ISO) and the price is good as well. If you want a basic, simple to use camera with a bit more to offer – along with nice image quality, then the LZ5 is surely work a look.”

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Jeff Keller from DCRP has posted his review on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5, new 6.0 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera with 6x optical zoom (equivalent to 37-222mm ), Image Stabilizer and 2.5″ LCD. He gives the camera 4 out of 5 stars and writes;

“What I liked: Good photo quality (though see issues below), 6X zoom lens in a relatively small package, Optical image stabilization, Large 2.5″ LCD display is visible in low light (though see issues below), AF-assist lamp, good low light focusing, Very good performance, especially with a high speed SD card, Nice movie and burst modes, Handy “high angle” feature on LCD
What I didn’t care for: Above average noise; some vignetting and corner blurriness, Redeye, Poor LCD resolution, No optical viewfinder, High sensitivity scene mode is practically useless, More manual controls would’ve been nice, Miniscule amount of built-in memory, No USB 2.0 High Speed support “

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BiosMagazine has a firet impression review on the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1, a 7.50 megapixel digital SLR camera with 2.5″ LCD Screen, a Supersonic Wave Filter, and the new Live MOS sensor which enables you for framing of shots without the need to look through the view finder.

“The heart of a digital SLR is the mirror box unit, which integrates a quick-return mirror, viewfinder, and AE sensor. This, combined with the full-time image output function of the Live MOS sensor, achieves a full-time Live View function that displays the image on the LCD directly from the sensor signal. This incredibly useful function can be selected in both Auto Focus and Manual Focus modes. “

>> Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 Review Roundup and Samples
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DCRP has recently posted a review on Panasonic DMC-FZ7, a 6.0 Megapixel SLR-like digital camera with 12x optical zoom (36=432mm equivalent) lens with image stabilisation and a 2.5″ LCD Screen.

“Pro: Very good photo quality (though see issues below), 12X optical zoom lens, Optical image stabilization system, Large 2.5″ LCD display is visible in low light (though see issues below), AF-assist lamp, good low light focusing, Superb performance, especially with a high speed SD card, Full manual controls, Nice movie mode at last, Handy “high angle” feature on LCD, Supports filters and third-party conversion lenses, Very good continuous shooting mode

Cons: Images noisier than they should be, especially at high ISO sensitivities, Some average redeye, LCD resolution isn’t great, High sensitivity scene mode does not impress, Can’t remove memory card while camera is on tripod, Tiny memory card included”

>> Panasonic DMC-FZ7 Review Roundup and Samples
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Steve’sDigicams have recently posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC - LZ3, a 5.0 Megapixels point-and-shoot digital camera with 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 35 mm to 105 mm), a 2.0″ LCD Screen and a built-in optical image stabilizer.

“The image quality was average. Outdoors it captured the best images in my opinion, with our samples being relatively sharp, well exposed and showing good color saturation. Like the LZ5, noise levels were average when shooting with an ISO of 100 or lower, becoming much more noticeable at 200 and 400. By looking at our ambient light sample of the M&M man, you can see what I mean. While this may not be an issue with those who use the “Normal” exposure mode and can select the desired ISO speed, those who use Simple mode will have to hope the camera is using the lowest setting possible. However, on a better note, these signs of noise can only be seen by the untrained eye when viewing images at 100%; something your typical consumer does not do. And it is very unlikely that you’ll see much in your 4×6 or 8×10-inch prints, as long as there isn’t much cropping. “

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Megapixel has posted a review on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01, the world’s smallest point-and-shoot digital camera (released on 14.02.06) with 28mm wide angle Leica DC zoom lens, featuring a 6.0 megapixels (CCD), Leica DC 3.6x optical zoom (equivalent to 28-102mm) lens, Image Stabilizer, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen.

“Pro: Very good image quality outdoor, High res large monitor, Very effective optical stabilizer,
No distortion with standard photos, No chromatic aberration, Starry Sky mode that allows exposures up to 60 seconds, Solidly built.

Cons: Compression a bit too strong at the Fine setting, Some noise at all ISO levels, 16:9 mode not as well implemented as it should be.”

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Olympus has published a press release explaining how their lates Live MOS sensor in the Olympus E-330 and Panasonic DMC-L1 DSLRs works. The new Live MOS sensor enables Digital SLR users for framing of shots without the need to look through the view finder.

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