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"Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28" on by jacharron
Pros: Bright LCD, user-friendly interface, "Intelligent Auto" is intelligent, battery life is extensive under normal conditions.
Cons: There's not a lot to say here: I plan on keeping the camera for several years, so I would prefer that the LCD screen be 3" and the zoom be towards 24x - 26x range (though that's asking a lot).
Summary: I've been meaning to replace my digital camera for a while, just hadn't gotten around to it. I started at cnet.com and found a new category called "Super zooms", then went from there. I looked at professional reviews, personal opinions and weighed what was important to me (zoom, weight, megapixeles, burst mode, LCD size/ brightness and reasonable price for the features I wanted). When I found this camera, it appeared that it's only competitor was the Canon PowerShot xs 10 is (and now the xs 1). I have to say, I made the right choice in going with the Panasonic - on weight alone (this camera weighs half of the Canon) and price - I got mine at $130 less than the lowest advertised Canon price - even if they were essentially the same, those are dealbreakers. I received my camera yesterday and can't put it down!
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"Great camera for everyday's use" on by Gippo Pippo
Pros: DMC FZ28 comes with Lumix/Leica lens and powerful zoom. Image quality outstands similar cameras, except for higher ISO (800-1600). Menu is easy to use and shooting modes are many and clear, with typical higher SLR facilities (reminding old Contax!)
Cons: As lenses are delicate, it's hard to find protection filters and accessories cost a lot, at a general glance. As most other cameras, built-in flash is not really powerful but is about average.
Summary: Very good general quality, solid built, even if a bit plastic, and reliable image stabilizer (better than others). Pictures come out with clear details and neutral, faithful colours.
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"Nice, but...." on by dlauber
Pros: Rock solid camera in most respects. It really falls midway between an SLR and point and shoot. Offers lots of options. And produces good pictures (I'm sure it has nothing to do with the talent of the photographer). The 18X zoom is a real joy.
Cons: Way too complicated. But even more serious is that the movies we take with it just plain will not play on any of our computers. Panasonic uses too many proprietary formats -- making it pretty frustrating to use it's proprietary RAW mode.
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