Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ10

Latest - Review and Sample Photos by Cameras.co.uk (added 08 June’08)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ10 features:

• 10.1 megapixel
• 5x optical zoom
• 30mm wide angle
• 2.5 inch LCD
• ISO 100 - 1600

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Read More Reviews - (updated 08 June’08)

Cameras.co.uk has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ10 and they write -
“When it comes to picture quality my feeling is that the Panasonic DMC LZ10 does not quite hit the mark. It is not that bad, but there are one or two problems that make other cameras a better choice.

I would have liked to have seen a touch more sharpness and a touch more brightness in some of the shots I took with the Panasonic DMC LZ10. It has a good set of features and is available for a reasonable price.”

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DigitalCameraReview has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ10 and they write -
“As we’ve seen across the entire range of Panasonic cameras, each generation of cameras in the Lumix lineup seems to provide clear improvements in resolution, screen quality, lens range, and image processing, all while keeping these upgrades within the same MSRP as the previous generation. At a street price of $200 or less, the LZ10 provides the performance and capability of a much more expensive camera. With its nice 30mm wide angle lens, 10 megapixel resolution and range of controls, the LZ10 really does come close to being a budget version of the popular Lumix DMC-LX2. However, edge softness in the photos, slower-than-expected autofocus, and sub-par flash images made this camera fall short of my expectations.”

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Sample Photos

[Sample Photos at Cameras.co.uk]

Specifications

[Official Panasonic Specifications]

Owners Manual

[Owners Manual]

Press Excerpt

Panasonic introduces the new LUMIX 10.1-megapixel DMC-LZ10 with 30mm wide angle (35 mm equivalent: 30-150mm) and the DMC-LZ8 with 32mm (35 mm equivalent: 32-160mm) 5x optical zoom Leica DC lens, combining excellent optical performance with compactness. The CCD has been upgraded to 10.1-megapixel (DMC-LZ10) and 8.1-megapixel (DMC-LZ8) high resolution, whilst the newly adopted manual control over aperture and shutter speed lets the user enjoy creative photography. The high-performance image-processing LSI has now entered its fourth generation with the Venus Engine IV, assuring higher-quality pictures with an advanced signal processing system.

The DMC-LZ10 and DMC-LZ8 feature iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, comprising 5 shooting-assist functions; Mega O.I.S., Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Detection and Quick AF functions. Mega O.I.S. suppresses hand-shake and Intelligent ISO Control prevents motion blur. The Intelligent Scene Selector sets the appropriate scene mode by automatically selecting it from the most frequently used scene modes, such as Portrait, Scenery, Macro, Night Portrait and Night Scenery, whilst the Face Detection system detects a human face and automatically sets the focus and exposure for the best possible picture. The Quick AF system allows the camera to detect and start focusing on the subject even without pressing the shutter button halfway, ensuring you get the best results from every shooting opportunity by minimizing the AF time. Once you enter iA mode, these multi-capable functions happen automatically so you can shoot without the bother of adjusting settings every time conditions change, allowing you to enjoy easy, trouble-free shooting in any situation and get the satisfaction that comes with capturing clear, beautiful images.

The DMC-LZ10 and DMC-LZ8 boast a 230,000 pixel high-resolution LCD with Intelligent LCD function, which detects the lighting condition and controls the brightness level of the display, giving you the best possible picture in any shooting condition.

The slim and compact DMC-LZ8 is available in black, while the LZ10 is available in silver and black with a sophisticated metal-finished front panel* now offer a music effect feature on slideshows of captured images so you can enjoy watching or showing your pictures with music that complements the slideshow.

The DMC-LZ10 and DMC-LZ8 offer the best solution for photographers who enjoy taking beautiful pictures successfully or for those who would like to experience creative photography.

Advanced lens unit delivers an exceptional optical performance

The 10.1-megapixel DMC-LZ10 is equipped with a 30mm* wide-angle Leica DC VARIO-ELMAR lens, whilst the 8.1-megapixel DMC-LZ8 comes with a 32mm* Leica DC VARIO-ELMAR lens, Both feature a 5x optical zoom. Comprising seven elements in six groups, including three aspherical lenses with four aspherical surfaces, this advanced lens unit achieves an outstanding slimness yet passes Leica’s stringent standards to deliver an exceptional optical performance. Furthermore, in 3-megapixel resolution mode, the Extra Optical Zoom function provides additional magnification, extending the zoom power to 8.9x (LZ10) or 8.0x (LZ8) by using the center part of the CCD.

The Easy Zoom feature shifts the lens instantly to full 5x optical zoom power at the touch of a dedicated button, and with a second touch, the zoom ratio is further extended to 8.9x (LZ10) or 8.0x (LZ8) by activating the Extra Optical Zoom function*.

In addition, the newly adopted iris diaphragm allows the camera to have a manual control. *35mm film camera equivalent: 30-150mm(LZ10), 32-160mm (LZ8) *When the picture size is set to 3 megapixels or larger, the photo is automatically resized to 3 megapixels. When the lens is shifted back to the wide-end, the picture size is set to the original size automatically. The original size is maintained for photos smaller than 3 megapixels.

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