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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8
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alaScore 88

97 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 97 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the size and design. The portability and performance are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the viewfinder and lens, and there are some mixed comments about the flash.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the shutter. The color also gets good feedback. There are some mixed opinions about the performance, and some have doubts about the image quality.

usability, color, shutter

image quality

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 Lumix DMC-FP8

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the performance and image quality. The design and portability are also appreciated. Many are critical about the price and size.

usability, portability, design, image quality, performance

size, price

93% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 digital camera

 

The minimal, flat fronted design and internally stacked/folded zoom lens mechanism of Panasonic's 12.1 effective megapixel Lumix DMC-FP8 may be a claimed bold departure for the electronics manufacturer's range of otherwise conventionally styled digital...

User-friendly set up and operational menus, fast and responsive, for the most part a reliable snapper. Robust mainly metal construction and 4.6x optical zoom range goes some way toward justifying price tag

Optical zoom disabled when shooting video, not Full HD movies, positioning of lens means that finger tips can creep into shot, noise visible at ISO 400 and above

Despite our reservations about some aspects of the FP8's functionality, outdoors with plenty of light around the camera is able to pick up a fair amount of detail and deliver crisp, sharply focused results. Indoors, switch off the flash to avoid giving...

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by (expertreviews.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 review

 

The FP8's aluminium body is slim, stylish and reassuringly tough. We love the red finish, but it's also available in black or silver.

With a sleek design, fast performance, some great features including 720p video and a low price, we could live with the unremarkable image quality.

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

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 review

 

The 12-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 has a boxy but stylish frame, made out of metal and seemingly impervious to anyone with a mild case of fumble-itis. However, though the camera build is durable, the 4.6x-optical-zoom wide-angle lens (28mm to...

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 is a durable, stylish point-and-shoot camera that performs well. The ultraquiet lens and fast autofocus are huge draws, but the lens placement and controls may annoy some people.

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8

 

Flat fronted fully auto snapper with illuminated buttons

Glowing buttons and aluminium build aside the FP8 offers a fairly standard feature set at a premium price. But despite there being little here that's truly new, Panasonic has introduced another reliable performer to the Lumix range.

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Panasonic DMC FP8

 

There is plenty to like about the Lumix DMC FP8. It has very fast start up times, minimal shutter delay and takes a good quality snap shot. It has a High Definition movie mode which allows zoom to be applied while recording. All in all it is a very...

Picture quality - ease of use - fast start up time - advanced movie mode - minimal shutter lag delay

Nothing really stands out

If you are looking for a pocket camera the Panasonic Lumix DMC FP8 is well worth considering. It offers a quick response and takes good quality photos in most situations. I found very little to put me off this camera and plenty of plus points.

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

Panasonic DMC-FP8 review

 

A decent performing and great-looking compact

Great looks, flat body, solid performance

Awkward controls, can’t zoom in when viewing your pics

Aug, 2009
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (goodgearguide.com.au)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 digital camera

 

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FP8 is solid and stylish but has some design quirks

Superior battery life, very fast and quiet wide-angle zoom lens, durable frame

No lens cover, lens placement is awkward for two-handed shots

Though the lens placement and button layout take some getting used to, the boxy and durable Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 offers a quiet and quick wide-angle lens.

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (pcworld.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8

 

Durable frame ; Very fast and quiet wide-angle zoom lens ; Superior battery life

No lens cover ; Lens placement is awkward for two-handed shots

Feb, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan, PCWorld (pcworld.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 Camera Review - PCWorld

 

Superior battery life

No lens cover

Though the lens placement and button layout take some getting used to, the boxy and durable Lumix DMC-FP8 offers a quiet and quick wide-angle lens.

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 review

 

Looking at the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 you wouldn't think there's anything special about it; you'd think it's just another ultracompact point-and-shoot. To some extent that's true, but it actually attempts to address a common complaint plaguing most...

Small and lightweight; fast start-up and low shutter lag in good lighting; simple operation; great battery life.

Overcautious auto ISO; internal lens leads to fingers in shots; photos look slightly overprocessed.

The Lumix DMC-FP8 lives up to Panasonic's speedy performance claims; its photo quality isn't bad, either.

Nov, 2009
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