Panasonic DMC-FX40

1042 reviews

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durability (157)

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We have collected and analysed 63 expert reviews and 979 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 75/100 and users rate it 83/100. The average review date is 12-01-2012. We have compared these reviews to 1139229 reviews from other Digital Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 89/100 = Very good. Last update: 23-04-2024.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic DMC-FX40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 16 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-FX40 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the portability and performance. The zoom and image quality also get good feedback. Reviews about the durability and price are different. There are some negative views about the glare.

usability, image quality, zoom, performance, portability

glare

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic DMC-FX40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 840 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-FX40 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the price and portability. The performance and image quality are also mentioned favorably, but comments are divided on the reliability.

usability, image quality, performance, portability, price

86% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Panasonic DMC-FX40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-FX40 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. Comments about the lens and design are overall positive. The portability and usability are also appreciated, whereas many are critical about the image quality. There are some mixed opinions about the battery and performance.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ72

A bridge camera with a 60x optical zoom: what could go wrong?

As you’d expect from a camera falling squarely in to the superzoom bridge camera market, the FZ72 features a range of manual exposure modes accessible through a DSLR-style mode dial. A host of ‘Creative Control’ filters and effects, as well as a range...

Oct, 2013

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Expert review by : Michael Browne (techradar.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40 review

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FX40 is well-made, but how do its pictures fare?

Build quality ; Good images ; HD video recording ; Viewfinder

Dodgy controls ; Awkward menu

A very good camera that is let down by its control scheme

Jul, 2009

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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (pocket-lint.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40 digital camera

First impressions of the metal and plastic bodied Lumix FX40, a step up from the FX37, are of another unassuming pocket compact suitable for the occasional happy snap or holiday keepsake. The £255 price tag however suggests there's rather more on offer...

Robust construction, 5x optical zoom, user-friendly set-up and operational menus, fast and responsive

Zoom disabled in video, not Full HD, white balance performance variable, lower light affects reliability of iA, lens surround prone to scuffs and scratches over time

Ultimately the feeling you’re left with after handling the FX40 is, whilst perfectly acceptable viewed standalone, there’s simply not enough about it to stand out from the crowd. And if you’ve slightly more to spend (around £40 in the UK), then its...

Jul, 2009

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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Panasonic Lumix XS1

The Panasonic Lumix XS1 is the cheapest in our camera round-up of shooters under £100, but it's still got some decent features packed in. You'll find it toting a 16.1-megapixel sensor, 5x optical zoom and 720p video recording and even a bunch of...

Oct, 2013

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Expert review by : Matt Golowczynski (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix FS37 Review

One of the latest compacts equipped with touch-shooting, the FS37 also packs in an 8x optical zoom and high resolution sensor. The What Digital Camera review of the Panasonic Lumix FS37 finds out...

Handy focal range, build quality, generally good image quality

LCD has narrow viewing angle, poorly designed menu system, no HDMI port

Sep, 2011

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Expert review by : Matt Golowczynski (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix FS22 Review

With a 3in touchscreen, high-resolution sensor and range of automated technology, is this the perfect fuss-free compact for under £200? The Panasonic Lumix FS22 review takes a closer look...

Touch-control shooting works well, good image quality, brisk focusing system

Noise and noise reduction compromise detail, no immediate explanation for key controls, zoom moves slowly through its range

Jul, 2011

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Expert review by : Josh (digicamreview.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix FS33

Lets look at the camera in more detail

The front of the camera – focus assist lamp, 8x optical zoom lens, flash

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix TZ8 review

A pocketable compact with a wideangle lens, 12x optical zoom and HD movie capture. Where, if anywhere, does the TZ8 not deliver the goods? The What Digital Camera Panasonic Lumix TZ8 review...

Build quality, creative control, cost-effective

slightly chunky, limited upgrade over the TZ7

The TZ8 offers a lot for a relatively low price point. The 12x optical zoom provides a great 25mm wideangle starting point through to 300mm telephoto that will see a variety of images easily achieved from what’s essentially an easy to carry small and...

Jun, 2010

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Expert review by : Mat Gallagher (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix ZX1

The Panasonic Lumix ZX1 - the little brother of the popular TZ7 - gets the What Digital Camera review treatment. Is the ZX1 yet another accomplished Lumix compact? Read our Panasonic Lumix ZX1 review to find out...

Compact size, 8x zoom

low-res scene modes

The ZX1 is a really nice camera to use; it feels solid and well built, and yet is small enough to easily slip into your pocket. Images are bright and punchy with impressive detail even at the full extension of the lens. On closer inspection, however,...

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Panasonic - Lumix DMC-FX40

Panasonic tends to play it very safe when it comes to the body design of its slim-build compact cameras. You only have to glance through the latest offerings in its current 'stylish compact' range to note ...

The Panasonic DMC-FX40 is a reliable, sturdy camera that's lightweight, sleek in appearance and easy to control. This would be most suited to a user who wants an easy life with point and click operation. However, there's scope for more creative...

Aug, 2009

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