Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 review (Silver)

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 distinguishes itself as one of the least expensive cameras available with an optical image stabilization system. Unfortunately, while that feature is handy, it simply can't make up for the camera's sluggish performance and poor picture quality. If you're looking for an affordable budget camera, forego the LS80's image stabilization and instead look to the Canon PowerShot A470. It doesn't include optical or mechanical image stabilization, but it shoots faster and produces much nicer-looking photos.

Shooting speed (in seconds)
(Shorter bars indicate better performance)

Typical shot-to-shot time

Time to first shot

Shutter lag (typical)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W55

1.4 

1.3 

0.5 

Canon PowerShot A470

1.4 

2.1 

0.5 

Canon PowerShot A590 IS

2.3 

1.8 

0.5 

Samsung S850

2.1 

2.1 

0.5 

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80

2.2 

3.2 

0.7