Price range: £187.88 - £203.99
What is it: Elegant compact with 5x super-wideangle zoom
What we think: Practical and elegant, but picture definition could be better
Compare the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40 compared to other compact cameras
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40 |
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
 Canon PowerShot S90 |
 Samsung ST1000 |
|
| Review date | 22 Apr 09 | 25 Mar 09 | 4 Nov 09 | 27 Nov 09 |
| Editor's rating |
7.7
|
9.4
|
9.1
|
9.1
|
| Price range |
£187.88 - £203.99
|
£190.00 - £269.00
|
£349.99 - £399.00
|
£222.98 - £304.48
|
| Review summary | Apart from its rather remarkable 5x super-wideangle lens, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40 doesn't have any other obvious selling points that justify its price. But, when you pick it up and use it, you realise you're also getting outstanding design and build quality. It's just a pity the pictures aren't crisper Read full review |
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ6 not only does more than you could possibly expect from any pocket-sized camera, it does it spectacularly well. Other cameras may be smaller, cheaper or offer more manual control, but, as a package, the TZ6 provides unparalleled practicality, versatility and quality Read full review |
The Canon PowerShot S90 is a cracker. It's not just elegant, compact and beautifully made -- it also combines high-end photographic controls with a straightforward interface, a seriously good lens and image quality that raises the bar for all other camera makers Read full review |
The Samsung ST1000 is what you get when you combine a super-slim camera with the latest wireless-connectivity and touchscreen technology. Samsung's experience in mobile-phone design surely plays a part here. We've seen wireless cameras before, but this, at last, is how it should be done Read full review |
| User rating | ||||
| Full specification | Full specification | Full specification | Full specification |
Want to compare other products?
This page compares the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40 with top-rated products that have similar features. You can choose other products to compare it with on the Compare Products page
Tell us what you think
Do you own this product? Want to share your experiences with other CNET UK users?
Write your own review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX40
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Latest Digital camera Reviews
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8
Not much to look at, but it's actually a very good ultra-compact camera for snapshooters
Samsung PL60
Stylish, practical and pleasing to use. Its pictures aren't bad either, so it's a good buy at this price
Samsung ST1000
Good camera made great by its excellent touchscreen interface and wireless technology
