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How to select the right Panasonic point-and-shoot



The FX series



With their stylish designs, the FX series point-and-shoots are targeted at teenagers and young adults. Certain models offer users more creative control with a manual exposure mode, while others have premium features such as touchscreen operation. With a good mix of performance and features, we're pretty sure one of these snappers will satisfy your photographic needs.

In this series


Lumix DMC-FX48
This compact shooter houses a 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens not commonly found in typical point-and-shoots. Like its predecessor, the FX38, the FX48 is able to record HD-quality video and has a 5x optical zoom lens. However, it's a pity that its LCD is only 2.5 inches, which is usually found in entry-level shooters today.

Other related models: FX48 and FX36

Lumix DMC-FX180
At 14 megapixels, this compact powerhouse has one of the highest-resolution sensors found in a point-and-shoot camera today. It also has a full manual exposure mode and RAW capture capability for photographers who want more creative control when shooting and post-processing on the computer. To complete the package, it has a standard 28mm wide-angle lens.

Other related model: FX100

Lumix DMC-FX580
The 12-megapixel FX580 succeeds the FX520, and has the same hybrid touchscreen/button navigation system. What we like about the FX580 is that it has manual exposure control which enthusiasts will appreciate. Users can tap anywhere on the screen to lock focus on the subject even as it moves around the frame.

Other related model: FX520




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    Talkback
kcslchin says...
From a pretty long Nikon user, I switched to FX-33 wth the iA more than a year ago and absolutely no regrets. Very good for amateur photographers with no so steady hands =)

Aug 22, 2008 23:40
 
 
rigelstuff says...
I didn't know there were external flashes available for the FZ series (I have the FZ18). I thought that was the realm of Canon compacts.

You also mis-labeled the FZ series as "LX Series"

Aug 23, 2008 21:34
 
 
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