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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1
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alaScore 82

118 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 118 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1. 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 are impressed by the lens and portability. The image quality and performance also get good comments. There are some mixed opinions about the viewfinder. Many are critical about the energy efficiency and battery.

usability, performance, image quality, portability, lens

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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-FZ1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller (pcworld.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1

 

Manual white balance ; Amazingly fast, stabilized 12x lens ; Lots of fun to use ; Good picture quality

No manual controls except white balance ; Low resolution for its price ; Electronic viewfinder hard to see in low light ; No AF illuminator

Oct, 2003
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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1

 

Physical Views The DMC-FZ18 compared in size to a standard CD disc. The DMC-FZ18 and the 8-megapixel (also 18x Wide zoom) Olympus SP-560 UZ . Continue to Features & Controls Lumix DMC-FZ18 Specifications DMC-FZ18 Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 117.6 x...

Nov, 2007
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Expert review by : Dc Resource (dcresource.com)

Expert Review

 

Oneof the most interesting digital cameras of 2003 comes from arather unexpected source: Panasonic. After a string of so-socameras, Panasonic has come up with a camera unlike anythingelse on the market at this time: the LumixDMC-FZ1. The FZ1 ($449)has...

Ohhh, that lens, Responsive performance, Nice movie, playback modes, Easy and fun to use, Nice electronic viewfinder, except in low light, Generally good photo quality (though see issues below), Good continuous shooting mode for a point-and-shoot

No manual controls, except for white balance, Vignetting, noise, purple fringing in some images, Poor low light focusing, Redeye, EVF impossible to see in low light, Only 2 Megapixel

May, 2003
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

What a Good Camera!

 

This is my fourth digital camera over the years, and by far the best. The optical zoom is fantastic, as is the burst shooting mode. I got some great pictures with this right out of the box, before reading the very comprehensive manual. The Lecia lens...

May, 2004
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

remarkable

 

I have owned digital cameras for 7 years (Nikon, Canon, Pentax), and this is by far the most fun and versatile camera I have used! The lens is absolutely remarkable, and the zoom is silent and suprisingly quick! I still have a Canon S200 that i use for...

Jun, 2003
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

This is a hidden gem among digital cameras.

 

For those who don't need full manual controls, this camera is a gem. I've owned other digital cameras but I've always wanted a big zoom model. My previous models were all 3X and many were good cameras but none gave me the sheer pleasure of taking...

May, 2003
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Great first digital

 

Leica 12x zoom cannot be beat ; great color ; fast burst mode ; ease of use

Very limited manual control

Feb, 2005
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ1

 

I bought this camera mainly for outdoor photography and it does the job perfectly. You need lots of light to get good results. The weight and feel of the camera are good, with all the buttons in the right place and easy to reach. I find the focus...

x12 optical zoom/image stabilizer. f2.8 Leica Lens. SD media

Needs lots of light for good results. Autofocus not very fast

Feb, 2005
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ1

 

x12 optical zoom/image stabilizer. f2.8 Leica Lens. SD media

Needs lots of light for good results. Autofocus not very fast.

Feb, 2005
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1

 

Great indoor shots without flash. Awesome Leica lens. Powerful 12x optical zoom.

Not pocket-friendly, merely-adequate 2 megapixels, not many manual settings.

Jan, 2005
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