Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

95 reviews

Apr, 2024

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zoom (13)
usability (11)
price (8)
portability (4)
lens (3)

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image quality (8)
performance (8)
viewfinder (3)
low-light (2)
focus (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 95 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The average rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the lens and price. The usability and zoom also get good comments, whereas the focus and battery get negative comments. Reviews about the screen and design are mixed.

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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-LZ40 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviews about the screen and portability are generally positive. The price and usability also get good comments, whereas the design and zoom get mixed comments. There are some less positive comments about the focus and size.

usability, price, portability, screen

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70% 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-LZ40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size. The price is also appreciated, whereas the low light performance and viewfinder get less positive opinions. Reviews about the reliability and lens are mixed.

zoom, price, size

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78% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Andrew Williams (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Lumix LZ40

Hands-on at CES 2014: A bridge camera with huge 42x optical zoom

We don’t expect photographic miracles from a camera like the Panasonic Lumiz LZ40. It’s not a camera designed for people who care about image quality first and foremost. However, we can’t deny that the focal length is impressive.

Jan, 2014

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Expert review by : Angela Nicholson (techradar.com)

Panasonic LZ40 review

Huge zoom on an entry-level bridge camera

42x zoom ; Easy to use

No viewfinder ; Fixed screen ; Little control over exposure settings

Jan, 2014

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Expert review by : Joshua Waller (ephotozine.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 Review

We review the Panasonic Lumix LZ40 - an affordable ultra zoom camera with a 42x optical zoom lens.

42x optical zoom lens ; 22mm wide-angle equivalent ; Excellent macro mode ; Reasonable value for money ; Manual controls

Non-standard USB charging cable - not MicroUSB ; No electronic viewfinder ; Panoramic images are very low resolution ; Noise visible in all images

The Panasonic Lumix LZ40 offers a decent amount of optical zoom with a 42x optical zoom lens, and is reasonable value for money. Colour is generally good in images, although noise is noticeable at all ISO settings, so images will look best when shared...

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

Panasonic has announced a powerful new long zoom digicam, the LUMIX DMC-LZ40. The camera boasts a whopping 42x optical zoom lens from a 22mm ultra wide angle lens with a build in Optical Image Stabilizer. The LZ40 also features a 20-megapixel CCD image...

Jan, 2014

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 digital megazoom camera : Panasonic is proud to announce the new Lumix LZ40. The latest addition to Panasonic's range of high zoom compact cameras combines outstanding image quality, artistic control and long battery-life...

The perfect digital camera if you’re looking to take your photography to the next level, the Panasonic Lumix LZ40 offers a choice of full manual control and intelligent assistance for easy shooting. The Intelligent Auto mode leaves everything to the...

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : Amy Davies (photographyblog.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 Review

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 is an entry-level bridge camera from Panasonic. It features a 42x optical zoom, with a focal length starting at a wide angle of 22mm, rising up to 924mm at the telephoto end. There's also an 84x digital zoom available, too....

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 will mainly appeal to those who are looking for a holiday or family camera which offers a decent degree of flexibility in a bargain package.

Dec, 2015

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Expert review by : Mike Tomkins (imaging-resource.com)

Panasonic LZ40 Review

If you're looking for a new, simple, and approachable long-zoom camera, the 20-megapixel Panasonic LZ40 could be deserving of a spot on your short list. The LZ40's SLR-like body sports a powerful 42x optical zoom lens that covers all the bases, from a...

Pricing and availability for the Panasonic LZ40 hadn't been disclosed at press time.

Jan, 2014

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

movie maker is excellent

not touchscreen

Mar, 2015

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

time from prssing aperature to shot taking is a little long

Jan, 2015

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40

pictures were blurry and not of good quality at all. camera kept freezing and had to remove battery to re-start. returned camera and paid extra for a better model - much happier. Wouldn't recommend this camera at all.

Jan, 2015

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