Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ2B review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: David D. Busch

Reviewed on: 1 August 2005

Tags: Panasonic, Panasonic, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ2B, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ2B, ultracompact

We like:

Optical image stabilisation; solid image quality; versatile burst modes; simple operation

We don't like:

Few manual settings; low-res movie mode

You might also need:

Two rechargeable NiMH batteries and a charger; an SD/MMC card with a capacity of at least 128MB

CNET UK judgement:

Image stabilisation, a 6x zoom lens and solid image quality make this a versatile snapshot camera

Full review:

Panasonic offers this compact camera as an alternative to its diminutive Lumix DMC-FX7, which also specs out at a 5-megapixel resolution. While the Lumix DMC-LZ2B shares many features with its pricier ultracompact sibling, it boasts twice the zoom range, uses two AA batteries instead of a compact lithium-ion cell, sports a coarser, slightly smaller 51mm (2-inch) LCD, and comes clad in plastic rather than metal. For about £30 less, you can opt for Panasonic's 4-megapixel Lumix DMC-LZ1B, which aside from its resolution has virtually identical specs. Continue Reading...