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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

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List price as of Aug 26, 2008:
S$799

CNET Asia Review

By Leonard Goh

Editors' Choice
Excellent

8

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The good: High-resolution multi aspect ratio image capture; F2.0 optics; highly customizable modes which can be saved; large sensor delivers impressive image quality.

The bad: Unable to capture full-resolution images in 16:9 format; use of lens cap may be an issue to some; bundled RAW image-processing software not up to the job.

The bottom line: The LX3 is a good camera with an excellent feature set that positions it way beyond any conventional point-and-shoot on the retail shelves today.

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Spectacular

8.5

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Great 'Classic' looking body that resembles Leica camera



Rating: 5 out of 10 (Average)
Pros: hotshoe onto which one can attach an external flashlight or an optional viewfinder.
Cons: Focal length 24mm to 60mm (35mm equivalent) is too short
Opinion:
I particularly like the hotshoe that is provided which one could attach an external flashlight. The latter is good in that it is much more powerful, brighter and longer/wider coverage than the mediocre built-in flash.

With the provision of this hotshoe for external flashlight, it's a pity that the focal length is only (24mm to 60mm).

It would be great if the camera's focal length is from (28mm to 280mm) like the Panasonic Lumix model DMC-TZ2 & TZ-3 series.

The mediocre built-in flash for the above cameras is simply not strong enough to brighten objects that is further away.

 

too easy!



Rating: 9 out of 10 (Spectacular)
Pros: nice lens
Cons: fiddly buttons
Opinion:
I had Nikon Coolpix 8400 and massive wide angle adaptor (17mm equiv)

So far all good except for fiddly buttons

 

Great Quality from Point and Shoot, Best So Far



Rating: 9 out of 10 (Spectacular)
Pros: Great Image Quality, Good Feature Set, Easy to use from Beginer to ethusiast
Cons: Protruding Lens and the lack of built-in lens cover
Opinion:
Bought the LX3 over a week ago, all the black ones are gone so got the silver one, contrary to most reviews I think the silver one looks better as it looks more retro like the old cameras of yester-years, also since it is silver the printed words on the camera is less obvious giving it a more sleeker look and being less fussy in design. Anyway in terms of performance I am blown away by the quality even-though I have owned more than 30 different cameras to date. Love the F2.0 lens excellent for low light and indoor shots which I do more. The 24mm lens is great and gives lots of scope in indoor situations. The iA mode works very well and makes photography fun again without having to make many adjustments to get a good shot.

 

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CptYossarian: Not sure whether the LX3 has made it to the shelves yet, but the best chances you should have ...
renzo77: Hi, I will be in Bangkok on September 6th and am wanting to buy an LX3. Can anyone recommend some ...
pps91: Hi editor, in your review, you state that the LX3 is able to record HD video at 30fps. However ...

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