Typical price: £281
What is it: Compact 10-megapixel camera with a 28mm-to-112mm-equivalent, 4x zoom lens
What we think: A powerful pocket-sized camera for the enthusiast
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 6 November 2006
Tags: Panasonic, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2, information, white balance, CCD
We like:
Great lens; nice design; lots of manual controls
We don't like:
Generally soft photos; mediocre movies; no optical viewfinder
CNET UK judgement:
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is a good choice for an enthusiast looking for a powerful camera that can fit into a jacket pocket
Full review:
Just as Canon decided to drop raw-format support from its compact enthusiast model, the PowerShot G7, Panasonic comes along and decides to add that very feature to its G-series competitor, the Lumix DMC-LX2. It's just packed with other amateur-oriented features as well, including a variety of focus modes, all of the essential metering and semi-manual exposure options, a wide-angle lens, and an overstuffed information display. Continue Reading...
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 History
23 Mar 2007 in Reviews
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