Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100 user reviews (silver)

4.5 stars

"perfect for size and class" on April 3, 2008 by grazvi

Pros: gorgeous pictures on nihgt scenary...

Cons: a bit slow operaiting..but it is not DLR...

Summary: realy great pictures..in samo review you can read that on hi iso a lot of distortions..but you can set the noise reduction higher..on other cameras it is made automaticali...but thenen the pictures a not so scharp(only if your looking a very careful)
And the night scenary to make pictures inside for examples at partys or so.. its makes sach a nice and true colors.. but you my need a mini tripod..because then it makes at lowest ISO - sau the exposure is offten long... it is a good choice!!!!
i have it for a halg year.. It's good!

4.0 stars

"Great images at lower ISO" on July 13, 2007 by rowdycheese

Pros: 28 mm wide angle; High burst speed at 2 MP

Cons: Noise (especially above ISO 400)

Summary: Generally, I agree with the CNET review and, having just bought my camera a week ago, I don't have much to add. However, I would like to point out that the FX100 is capable of MUCH higher burst speeds than the review acknowledges.

For example, at 2-megapixel resolution (1600x1200) in "Hi-Speed Burst" mode, I consistently obtained a rate of 8-9 fps. At full 12-megapixel resolution (4000x3000) in fine mode, I obtained a rate of no less than 2 fps.

I achieved these numbers with a 60X 2GB SD card made by PQI (brisk but far from top of the line). If Mr. Ryan has time to reply, it'd be interesting to know how CNET obtained its numbers.

Suggestions for those who are experiencing sub-optimal burst speeds:
1. Make sure your SD card is fast enough (Panasonic recommends speeds of at least 10 MB/s)
2. Format your SD card
3. Make sure the ambient lighting is bright enough for sufficiently quick exposures
4. Make sure your camera is in high-speed burst mode (for 8 fps)

Overall, I'm pretty happy with the FX100. The 28 mm wide angle can be convenient for architecture and indoor shots as well as quick self-portraits while on vacation. Battery life has been excellent. However, if you don't need a wide angle lens or high burst speed, other cameras with less noise or higher optical zoom might better suit your needs.

5.0 stars

"The best camera I ve ever owned!" on July 4, 2010 by orangeee

Pros: - has great anti-shake feature - your pictures NEVER blur!! (I have tried Sony & Canon before, and no other camera lived up to its anti-shake promise!)
- never goes out of focus
- Great night & outdoor pictures
- Very good picture quality

Cons: - a little heavier than other cameras (but that doesnt matter at all to me, because its so awesome with its other features)

4.0 stars

"One of the Best P&S cams available" on August 30, 2008 by james-norman

Pros: Easily pocketable, large sensor, 28-105mm equiv, 848x480 (16:9) video at 30fps. Under daylight conditions, FX100 images are comparable to my Nikon D200. Makes perfectly sharp prints at 13x19". I have even done commercial work with this camera.

Cons: HD video (720p) at only 15fps (though the newer FX150 ups this to 24fps). no RAW capability, no real manual controls.

Summary: Having such a wonderfully compact camera that i can slip into my pocket, yet still be able to take commercial quality image files, has been a very liberating experience for me. I spent my career shooting a 4x5 for the Library of Congress, and I have very high standards. This is a great camera and a great purchase.