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alaScore 90

1996 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1996 reviews of Panasonic DMC-FZ38EF-K. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the zoom and performance. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably. Comments about the contrast and shutter are different. Some have doubts about the memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic DMC-FZ38EF-K is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic DMC-FZ38EF-K

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-FZ38EF-K from Amazon.co.uk. 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.co.uk. Views about the image quality and portability are overall positive. The durability and zoom are also mentioned favorably. The design and reliability get critical reviews.

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87% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic DMC-FZ38EF-K

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 728 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-FZ38EF-K from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Views about the price and image quality are overall positive. The performance and portability also get good feedback. There are some less positive reviews about the contrast and shutter, and comments about the viewfinder and focus are mixed.

usability, portability, performance, image quality, price

shutter, contrast

95% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38

 

We've got an early review of the replacement for the Lumix DMC-FZ28, the Lumix DMC-FZ38.

Superb image quality ; 28x zoom (27-486mm) lens ; Manual controls ; Electronic viewfinder ; HD video with stereo sound

Still not close to SLR quality ; Slightly slow operation ; Not enough of an improvement

My verdict on the FZ38 is pretty much the same as for its predecessor. If you've already got an FZ28 it's probably not enough of an improvement to justify an upgrade. However for anyone else looking for a new super-zoom camera they really don't come...

Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : Ben Pitt (expertreviews.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38 review

 

Pointlessly high resolution aside, the FZ38 maintains Panasonic's lead in the ultra-zoom camera market

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (techadvisor.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 review

 

If you can deal with slightly grainy, non-1080p video footage (the FZ35's video resolution maxes out at 720p), the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 may be the ideal hybrid model to serve double-duty as a camera and camcorder.

It's no video-shooting DSLR, but the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 is the best fixed-lens option we've seen yet as a hybrid camera for both stills and video. This camera is a viable replacement for a camcorder, and a top pick for anyone seeking a...

Dec, 2009
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Expert review by : Geoff Rabans (reviewexplorer.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38

 

A fine camera and a fair price. You can't argue, really………

As a super-zoom camera, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38 is up there with the best, offering good quality images, adaptability, a creative feature set and excellent video performance, which should provide beginners or intermediates with some excellent...

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ38

 

A bridge-style camera that's capable of shooting 12.1MP stills and capturing 720p high-definition movies – it's even got an HDMI output for connecting to an HD telly. The powerful 27mm wideangle Leica lens is complemented by an 18x optical zoom and...

Superb still images, clever design and high-quality video mark the FZ38 as a bridge camera with potential but its low-light results and slightly slow response times do irritate. Panasonic Lumix FZ38 is tagged with camera, Panasonic and Lumix. Select a...

Mar, 2010
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Expert review by : Jodie Tyley (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38

 

Lightweight shooting, heavyweight performance?

With no major advances in specs or appearances, the FZ38 fails to significantly raise the bar in bridge cameras.

Feb, 2010
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Panasonic DMC FZ38

 

The Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ38 is a super zoom digital camera with plenty of features for stills photography. It also has a very advanced movie mode. I found picture quality to be very impressive. The camera is also able to respond quickly to photo...

Picture quality - advanced features - shutter lag times - -advanced movie mode with stereo sound

Nothing stands out

I really like the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ38. Sometimes you just hit it off with a camera and that seems to be the case here. I am very happy with the pictures I took with it and it stands up very well against other super zoom cameras.

Oct, 2009
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ38

 

The Panasonic Lumix FZ38 - or FZ35K as it's known in the US - is the newest model in the FZ line. Updating the previous FZ28 model, does the FZ38 offer enough additions to make you part with your cash? The What Digital Camera Panasonic Lumix FZ38...

Fully manual controls, POWER O.I.S, 720p movie (AVCHD Lite), lens quality and 18x 27-486mm optical zoom range, among the best current superzoom compacts on the market

High ISO and low light performance, relatively minor upgrades from previous FZ28 model

The Panasonic Lumix FZ38 is a top-performing superzoom compact at an affordable price point. In fact, for the money, you'd be stretched to find any better. The lens is great, as are the controls, and the overall feature set - including a wide-ranging...

Sep, 2009
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ38 review

 

The Panasonic Lumix FZ38 – or FZ35K as it's known in the US – is the newest model in the FZ line. Updating the previous FZ28 model, does the FZ38 offer enough additions to make you part with your...

Fully manual controls, POWER O.I.S, 720p movie (AVCHD Lite), lens quality and 18x 27-486mm optical zoom range, among the best current superzoom compacts on the market

High ISO and low light performance, relatively minor upgrades from previous FZ28 model

The Panasonic Lumix FZ38 is a top-performing superzoom compact at an affordable price point. In fact, for the money, you’d be stretched to find any better. The lens is great, as are the controls, and the overall feature set – including a wide-ranging...

Sep, 2009
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Expert review by : electricpig.co.uk (electricpig.co.uk)

Panasonic DMC-FZ38 review

 

A flexible and powerful superzoom at a temptingly low price

Unimpressive burst shooting mode

Unimpressive burst shooting mode

Aug, 2009
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