Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black)
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera captures images with an astonishing 14.7-megapixel resolution that makes it easy to take clear, sharp photos or you can crop unwanted parts of an image and enlarge the rest, thereby creating a beautifully composed photo that retains outstanding detail. The 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens of the camera lets users capture images of expansive scenery, and when shooting in tight or crowded indoor spaces, the wide-angle lens fits more people in the photo. In addition, the high-performance, next-generation image processing system of the FX150 -The Venus Engine IV - not only helps the camera render exquisitely beautiful images, and capture images with amazing speed, but also makes the camera more energy-efficient, allowing 330 pictures (CIPA) per battery charge.
The DMC-FX150 provides easy access to manual control, letting users adjust the shutter speed as desired, giving the user freedom to render artistic images of ordinary scenes. There is also a multi-exposure function that superimposes up to three consecutively shot images together, creating a surrealistic effect that cannot be achieved with a single image alone. The camera also includes bracketing functions with exposure bracketing, and a color bracketing function that can record color, monochromatic and sepia shots of an image at the same time with a single press of the shutter button. In addition the AF control allows user to set focus freely among 11 focus points, and the white balance function provides two-axis compensation with a color temperature setting that allows more precise adjustment.
In addition to manual controls, the FX150 also offers Panasonics Intelligent Auto (iA) mode that provides the user with automatic settings adjustments depending on the shooting environment. Included in the iA modes is Panasonic's exclusive AF (auto focus) Tracking technology. AF tracking enables the camera to lock focus on a moving object, and increases Face Detection accuracy, allowing for crisp, sharp-focused shots even if the subject moves while shooting the image.
The 2.7-inch Intelligent LCD lets you check the focus, frame the shot, and use functions like thumbnail display and calendar view in comfort, with no eye strain. It also ensures clear, easy viewing in all lighting situations by automatically boosting the LCD backlighting when shooting outdoors in bright sunshine, as well as adjusting the frame rate when shooting in low-lit situations, thereby giving the display the most appropriate clarity in any situation without using extra energy.
The DMC-FX150 also features High Definition (HD) video capabilities with a resolution of 1280 x 720p at 30fps. Still photos can also be shot in a 16:9 aspect ratio for optimal full-screen viewing on a HDTV. You can even even enjoy watching videos in HD quality and view still images by connecting the DMC- FX150 via an optional Panasonic component cable (DMW-HDC2) to any HDTV display. Plus you'll get Panasonic's SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 SE Software, which provides for easy editing and developing of your cameras images.
- 1/1.72-inch 14.7-megapixel CCD
- The DMC-FX150 features a 1/1.72" CCD that captures images with a resolution of up to 14.7-megapixels. This allows you to record images with exquisite, sharp detail, and your images remain clear and sharp even when they are enlarged to A2 size (594 x 420mm). The large number of pixels also means that you can crop your image in any way you want, and still ensure high image quality prints of your trimmed photos.
- 28mm Wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens
- The Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens of the DMC-FX150 provides a wide angle capability equivalent to a 28mm lens (in 35mm terms), and uses advanced optical technology to deliver images with minimal aberrations and distortions. The lens unit, which comprises 7 elements in 6 groups, including an EA(extra-high refractive index aspherical) lens element, is manufactured to Leica's stringent standards and is designed to maximize both performance and compactness.
- 3.6x Optical Zoom with Extended Optical Zoom & Digital Zoom
- The DMC- FX150 features a 3.6x wide angle optical zoom capability equivalent to a 28- 100mm lens on a 35mm film camera. It also has Panasonic's Extra Optical Zoom, which uses the center portion of the cameras image sensor to provide a zoom ratio up to 7.7x (35mm equivalent of 216mm) for images with 3-megapixel resolution or less. Adding the Extra Optical Zoom to the cameras 4x digital zoom further extends the total zooming power to an incredible maximum of 30.8x (35mm equivalent: 862mm).
- Easy Zoom Function
- The Easy Zoom function makes zoom shots fast and easy - a press of the Easy Zoom button immediately gives you the maximum 3.6x power of the optical zoom, and a second press delivers the maximum 7.7x power of the Extra Optical Zoom to bring your subject right up close, easily and comfortably. The camera also includes a Focusing Distance Display with the allowable shooting range is displayed above the zoom bar, and the measurement unit can be selected from either feet or meters.
- Impressive Focus Control
- The camera incorporates the latest optical focus technology to ensure that you get the sharpest and clearest shot possible - regardless of the shooting conditions or the nature of the subject. Besides having a very fast and accurate focus system for more typical shooting conditions such as posed shots or landscapes, the DMC-FZ150 incorporates the impressive AF Tracking system that allows the camera to continue to automatically keep a moving subject in focus. This keeps the focus sharp and blur-free when shooting active children or pets, as well as when capturing sports scenes or subjects in a moving object. There is also the Quick AF mode, which starts operating as soon as the camera is pointed toward a subject to dramatically reduce the shutter delay time and lets you take pictures quickly.
- Face Detection for Superb Portraits
- The Face Detection function automatically chooses the optimal settings to make sure faces appear well-lit and in focus. This advanced technology can detect up to 15 faces in a scene, and will even automatically readjust the settings if their positions change. The DMC- FX150 is also equipped with Digital Red-eye Correction to automatically take care of the red-eye effect that often happens when shooting with a flash.
- High-Sensitivity Mode
- This mode helps suppress motion blur by automatically setting the ISO sensitivity in the range of 1600-6400, which increases the shutter speed. It also lets you take clearer, sharper shots in dim lighting without using a flash.
- MEGA O.I.S. with Intelligent ISO Control
- The MEGA O.I.S.(Optical Image Stabilizer) system compensates for handshake - the major cause of blurred images. Every slight hand-shake movement is detected accurately and is compensated to render clear, sharp images. In addition, movement of the subject, the other major cause of blurred images, is suppressed by Intelligent ISO Control (I.I.C.) that provides for automatic adjustment of the ISO setting and shutter speed that best suits the situation by analyzing the speed of subject movement.
- Venus Engine IV Image-Processing LSI
- The Panasonic image-processing LSI, Venus Engine IV, features more advanced signal processing technology for rendering even higher-quality images, including improved parallel noise reduction in both luminance signal and chromatic signal processing systems. This not only produces a clearer image in high ISO sensitivity recording, but also faithfully reproduces details in low-lit areas of pictures taken at low ISO sensitivity. The Venus Engine IV also supports sensitivity setting of up to ISO 1600 at full resolution and even up to ISO 6400 when using the high sensitivity mode, sensitive enough to capture subjects in near-total darkness without using a flash. Plus the Intelligent Exposure function now has high, standard and low settings of effect to match the shooting conditions and desired result.
- RAW File Format
- The DMC-FX150 records original picture data in RAW file format enabling the user to develop the image with the intended effects on it. With this extensive package of features and functions, the FX150 goes beyond the bounds of conventional compact cameras, giving users the power and freedom to both capture extremely life like photos and to create artistically expressive images.
- High Speed Performance
- Thanks to the Venus Engine IV, the DMC-FX150 boasts outstanding response time with a shutter release time lag is as short as 0.005 seconds to make it easy to capture sudden, spur-of-the-moment shots. The camera also provides a burst shooting mode that can snap 2 shots per second at full resolution, and a High-Speed Burst mode that it fires off an incredible 13 shots per second at lower resolution. Plus you'll also get unlimited consecutive shooting and a Flash Burst mode that makes it possible to take continuous shots - even with the flash on. Furthermore the processor is very efficient in managing the camera's power usage to extend the shooting time of the camera, making it possible to take around 330 shots on a single battery charge.
- Intelligent Auto (iA) Mode
- While the DMC- FX150 allows full manual control for more advanced photography, the camera also allows user to take perfect shots with outstanding ease. This is made possible by Panasonic's Intelligent Auto (iA) mode. In the iA mode, the camera does all the work, activating Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Detection, and Intelligent Exposure. This leaves the user free to simply compose the shot and press the shutter button, with the assurance that the image will be clear, beautiful and properly exposed.
- 2.7" High Resolution LCD Display
- The DMC-FX150 features a large, 2.7" diagonal LCD and also has a High-Angle LCD feature, which makes it easier to check the LCD when you're holding the camera high to shoot over a crowd. The large LCD lets you check the focus, frame the shot, and use functions like thumbnail display and calendar view in comfort, with no eye strain. The camera also has an Auto Power LCD function that increases the backlight brightness according to the ambient light intensity, and adjusts the frame rate of live images when under low light conditions to makes both shooting and viewing photos easier and more convenient.
- Standard & Intelligent Scene Modes
- The DMC-FX150 contains a host of scene modes to assist your shooting for a wide range of situations - letting the camera make the optimal settings for you automatically, so anybody can take superb photos with ease. To make it even simpler to use the scene modes, the icons and display are designed for easy visibility. The Advanced Scene Mode function lets you quickly set the frequently used Portrait, Scenery, Sports, or Night Portrait Modes with the mode dial, and each of these modes can be fine-tuned to match the shooting situation. Creative mode also lets you adjust the aperture or shutter speed, for easy manual control.
- Unique Scene Modes
- Panasonic has made some very unique Scene modes available - such as the "Baby" mode which allows easy growth recording in which the baby's age according to the preset birthday would be automatically recorded onto the image, A Pinhole mode to emulate the look of a classic Pinhole camera, and a film Grain mode that looks like you've been shooting onto monochrome high-sensitivity film. Plus, the Tele-Macro function allows shooting the subject in the Macro mode at the telephoto end of the lens range, giving a soft-focused background to make the subject stands out.
- Intelligent Scene Detection
- With the Panasonic Lumix digital camera in Intelligent Auto Mode, the Intelligent Scene Selector will sense the ambient conditions and automatically select either the Scenery, Portrait, Macro, Night Portrait or Night Scenery mode accordingly. With the camera choosing the settings for you, you'll get beautiful results every time you shoot, no matter what the scene or subject.
- Auto Angle Detection & Leveling
- Auto angle detection records whether an image was taken horizontally or vertically, and ensures that when playing back on the LCD monitor and displaying images on your TV vertical images are automatically displayed vertically and horizontal images are automatically displayed horizontally. The leveling feature lets users fix images that were accidentally shot at a slight angle - right inside the camera. Rotational correction up to 2° is possible in either clockwise or counter clockwise direction, and even difficult corrections of straight horizons and architectural buildings can be made with excellent results.
- Versatile Video Options
- The DMC- FX150 records dynamic HD motion pictures in 1280 x 720p at a smooth 24 fps, in addition to WVGA (848 x 480) and normal VGA (640 x 480) at 10 or 30 fps. The DMC-FZ28 also has a slideshow function that allows users to assemble slide shows in-camera complete with music and a variety of slide change effects for emotion-filled slideshows. Both video clips and slideshows can be viewed on a standard TV with the included video cable or view them on a large-screen HDTV - thanks to the camera's HD component output capability (requires optional DMW-HDC2 component cable).
- Built-in and Expandable Memory
- The camera includes 50MB of built-in memory, and the memory capacity can be expanded dramatically with Secure digital (SD) or Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) memory cards. You can also copy images from a memory card or PC to the built-in memory, and view them on the LCD anytime you like.
- Direct Printing Capability
- Simply connect the DMC-FX150 to a PictBridge compatible printer with the included USB cable, engage the direct print feature, and print directly - without the need for a computer The direct print feature allows you to select all images or just the images you like best, and even make multiple copies to share with family and friends.
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| Camera Type | Wide-Angle Point-and-shoot Digital Camera |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/1.72", 15.0 Mega Total Pixels CCD, Primary Color Filter |
| Effective Resolution | 14.7 Megapixels |
| Color Depth | 24-Bit RGB |
| Color Modes |
Normal, Black & White, Sepia, Cool, Warm Color Bracketing available |
| Image File Formats |
JPEG (Fine, Standard) RAW RAW + JPEG |
| Recorded Resolution |
4:3 Aspect Ratio 4416 x 3312 3648 x 2736 3072 x 2304 2560 x 1920 2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200 640 x 480 3:2 Aspect Ratio 16:9 Aspect Ratio |
| Video Recording |
QuickTime Motion JPEG 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Aspect Ratio: |
| Audio Recording |
QuickTime Audio Still Image with Audio up to 5 seconds record Audio Dubbing up to 10 seconds record |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens (7 elements in 6 groups with 4 Aspherical elements & 1 EA element) |
| Optical Zoom | 3.6x (up to 7.7x extra optical zoom) |
| Lens Focal Length | 6.0-21.4mm (28-100mm equivalent) |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 2.0" (5cm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8-5.6 |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Yes (Mega O.I.S.) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | No |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | TTL-AF with AF Assist lamp |
| Focus Modes | Auto Focus (Face, AF tracking, multi-area, 1-area high speed, 1-area, spot), Macro, Continuous AF, AF Lock |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 19.7" (50cm) - infinity Macro: 2.0" (5cm) - infinity wide |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto ISO High Sensitivity Auto ISO (1600 - 6400) Selectable ISO (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600) |
| Shutter Type | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Speed |
Program AE: 1-1/2000 seconds Manual :60 - 1/2000 seconds Starry Sky Mode : 15, 30, or 60 seconds |
| Aperture Range | f/2.8-5.6 & f/9.0-18.0 (2 steps) |
| Exposure Metering | TTL-AE (Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot) |
| Exposure Modes | Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual, Program Shift (Program AE mode), Exposure Compensation (±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps), Backlight Compensation, Auto Bracketing AE (&A#177;1/3 - 1EV steps, 3 frames), Intelligent Exposure (Off, Low, Standard, High) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, White Set, White Balance Adjustment (±10 steps) |
| Scene Modes |
Party, Candle Light, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High sensitivity, Hi-Speed Burst, Flash Burst, Panning, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial photo, Pin Hole, Film Grain Advanced Scene Modes |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes (Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync., Forced Off, Flash Synchro (1st/2nd)) |
| Effective Flash Range | 1.0' (0.3 m) - 27.9' (8.5 m) |
| External Flash Connection | No |
| External Flash Control | Not Applicable |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | 1.5 seconds |
| Shutter Lag | 0.006 seconds |
| Time Between Shots | 0.8 seconds |
| Burst Capability |
Standard Burst: 2.5 fps up to 8 images (JPEG/ Standard) Hi-speed Burst: Up to 7 fps (3M or lower) |
| Self Timer | 10 seconds, 2 seconds, 3-image |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Date & Time Stamp | Yes |
| Memory & Power | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 50MB |
| Compatible Memory Cards | Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card |
| Recording Capacity | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Battery Type | CGA-S005 Lithium-ion Battery Pack (3.7 V, 1150 mAh) (Included) |
| Power Adapter | DMW-AC5 AC Adapter (optional) |
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 High speed |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge) |
| Remote Control | No |
| Video Output |
Yes (NTSC, PAL, HD (Component)) HD-out requires optional cable |
| Web-Cam Capable | No |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista Macintosh OS X (10.1 or later) |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | No |
| LCD Display | 2.7" TFT color LCD Display (230,000 pixels) with AUTO Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode & High angle mode |
| Language Options | English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Netherlandic, Thai, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian, Japanese |
| Playback Options | Image Playback, Zoom Playback (16x max), Thumbnail (12or 30-up), Auto Review (1 sec/3 sec/zoom/ Hold), Review (1x/4x/8x), Calendar Display, Image Rotation, Slide Show, Favorite Pictures, Resizing, Trimming, Protection, DPOF Print Setting, Picture Adjustment (Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation, Noise Reduction), Histogram display Playback Options |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.8 x 2.2 x 1.0" (97 x 54 x 25mm) |
| Weight | 5.3 oz (151g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (3)
- Large clear LCD (3)
- Simple controls (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel (5)
- Fun (4)
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Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- RAW Manual Exposure
Cons
- Plastic body
Best Uses
- Art
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
I purchased this "Lumix DMC-FX150" a week ago. So far, It's working great, I mean, greater than I expect.
I am a professional photographer and actually from Japan. So, I am not really sure about US point-shoot camera market, but I know about Japanese one and in my research, in Japanese market, Panasonic LUMIX is the No.1 brand in there for now and they stood above the biggest camera brand like Canon or Nikon a few years ago. The best seller model is "LUMIX FX40" not "Lumix DMC-FX150". But still I think "Lumix DMC-FX150" also the one of the best point-shoot camera.
I think the main reason for that is from "Stabilizer". They put "Stabilizer" on point-shoot camera first in the world.
That is a great feature and was the trigger for No.1 a few years ago. In spite of success of that, they didn't stop evolving the LUMIX brand. They have been adding a variety of functions and features.
Let's say about "Lumix DMC-FX150", this is the first point-shoot camera having 14.7 mega pixels in the world.
Secondary it is also in the first group that has RAW file systems as a point-shoot camera. (I think only this "Lumix DMC-FX150" has RAW file system in a real compact point-shoot camera because I think the point-shoot cameras which are like "PowerShot G10", "Nikon COOLPIX P6000" or some like that, are not a real compact real point-shoot camara, almost like SLR and too bulky to carry, not for daily life camera or It's like for professional not for ordinary camera people).
Thirdly, it also had a real manual exposure not by exposure compensation. You can adjust apertures, shutter speed and ISO.(That feature is only by "Limix DMC-FX150" except for those cameras like too big point-shoot camera I mentioned above.)
And it has high ISO 6400 and more and more features!
In conclusion, I would like to say "Don't stick to biggest camera brand Canon or Nikon". Japanese other brands, in fact, have more efficient and sophisticated functions and features than them.
"Limix DMC-FX150" gives you excellent stabilizer, 14.7 mega pixels, RAW file systems (More, it allows you to shoot by RAW + JPEG!!), Manual exposure, ISO 6400, Leica lens and an elegant design!!
I forgot to mention the design, that is also one of the reasons for No.1 japanese share. "Limix DMC-FX150" has the classic design. Most Japanese point-shoot camera's design are just like a toy that don't deliver us the feeling of superiority and quality.
For now, I think "Limix DMC-FX150" is the best point-shoot camera in the world.
Don't be picky about insignificant things like x3.6 optical zoom (I think it is enough as a pont-shoot camera.), Battery cover is easy to open, cannot zoom in video mode, those can not be the reason to miss this amaizing one.
Let me say again, Panasonic Lumix is the No.1 Brand in Japan beyond Canon or Nikon.
Recently, I've heard Panasonic stopped to produce this excellent camera in order to get ready the next model.
But now is the chance to get it. Almost all shops start to sell this by half price!! Or wait and see the unseen next breakthrough. Thank you so much for your time to read my poor English.
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
I used my new FX150 on the intensive side during my April holiday (more than 800 pictures, day and night). Pictures were superb, LCD bright, use easy and I greatly appreciated the small size of the camera. But after two weeks, I began to have problems with the auto-focus. I had to put the camera at Off many times before working properly and after, the lens extension jammed.Panasonic repaired it freely and quickly when I came back, but I missed many good shots at the end of my travel in South America. Tears...
Pros
- Nice Lens
- Raw Files
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
Small Size, lots of features.
Pros
- Great macro capacity
- Megapixels
- Raw shooting
- Rotate in camera
- Separate review switch
Cons
- Can not zoom video mode
Best Uses
- Carry with camera
- SLR backup
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
I bought this as a replacement for a lost FX 100, which subsequently was recovered, so I have both.
The most noticeable differences (1) more detail(megapixels count!) (2) shoots JPG, raw or raw and JPG(3)ability to rotate pictures in camera, a really nice feature and (4)separate switch to review, so no need to change settings to review pictures.
You still csnnot zoom in video mode, a drawback. I do not find the package flimsy or weak and have never had my battery door pop open, as was mentioned by another reviewer.
Pros
- High megapixel count
- Very crisp lens
Cons
- No zoom in movie mode
- Shutter delay
Best Uses
- Compact
- Familiy shots with great
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
This is a fine camera.
I previously owned (and still sometimes use) Nikon Coolpix cameras - the controls on the Nikons are slightly more intuitive, but not enough to be a major factor.
One difference from the Nikons - the Lumix will not allow "zooming in" while in movie mode.
The high megapixel count on this Lumix produces very detailed images, and this version, unlike the 10 megapixel version (I had one of these), produces RAW images, a great improvement.
No viewfinder, and in very bright light, it is hard to see the screen - but not unexpected for a camera of this type.
As is most cameras of this type, with LCD as the "live" viewfinder, there is lag between pressing the button and the shutter reacting.
so more difficult for action shots than my digital SLR.
I'm uncertain why this camera is not more dominant in the marketplace - it is an excellent camera.
Pros
- Durable
- Good Value
Cons
Best Uses
- landscape
- Travel leisure
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
This camera takes great shots for a compact P&S. Obviously, there will be a lot of trial and error to find the settings that best support the shot you are looking for, but, the controls are intuitive and easy to manage. I use it for leisure and landscape shots. If you want a camera that can fit in your pocket or purse, this is a great choice. RAW is also supported which is an added bonus.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
the Leica lens together with the Panasonic technology make yet again a terrific camera, which I would venture to say takes as good pictures as I could ever get with my analog M6 Leica. No one who sees the files that I have thinks that it is possible to get such good results from such a small camera. With the added advantage of small size therefore you can always carry it around in your pocket. Nothing to say of all those places that are dangerous to hang around with a more bulky camera that doesn't even deliver the whopping 14.5 million pixels images. Congratulations for such a great product.
Pros
- 28mm on wide end
- Bright LCD
- Easy Setup
Cons
- Clumsy control pad
- Flimsy battery door
- Plastic body
- Poor Operation in Low Light
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
For a P&S priced this high (and geared, I assumed, toward pros), I was expecting a lot more. The battery door is flimsy plastic (with a cheap feeling plastic switch) and has popped open three times in my pocket already. I also found the plastic camera body itself felt a bit cheap (has that almost hollow plastic sound when you tap it) The four-way controller on the back is annoying because it's easy to unintentionally press the buttons with the back of your thumb when holding the camera to shoot. You can't read the silver-on-silver icons on the four-way in anything other than bright light. I found the auto focus unpredictable. Noise was extreme when shooting with a flash in low-light. You can't zoom in video mode (kind of annoying). Shutter lag was a bit slower than I was hoping for, too.
On the positive side: When the focus nailed it, the sharpness was pretty incredible for a P&S. Black body is very cool. LCD is bright and crisp, and having 28mm is fabulous.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Short Lag Time
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 Digital Camera (Black):
I bought this as a travel companion to my Canon DSLR and lenses, to use
when I don't want to lug the gear. The photos are sharp, right on with
color, and the HD QT mov's are surprisingly crisp. I find the menus
intuitive and easy to use. I find little noise in the dark areas when
fiddling in Aperture. Unfortunately, Aperture doesn't support these RAW
files yet, but I'll cross my fingers that Apple will correct this.
There's no zooming when shooting video, but since that's not this unit's
primary function I won't sweat that. Lots of nice features, and I can
highly recommend it after three days of play.
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- Operational Manual (PDF 17.5mb)
Memory Cards
Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.
- Price: $9.95
- GBP 6.34
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Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $18.00
- GBP 11.46
Bags & Straps
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.
- Price: $9.95
- GBP 6.34
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $7.49
- GBP 4.77
Filters & Adapters
Get the desired effect with a filter and the appropriate adapter.
- Price: $13.98
- GBP 8.90
Books & Tutorials
Learn all that your new camera can do.
- Price: $17.95
- GBP 11.43
What's in the Box
- CGA-S005 Lithium-ion Battery Pack
- Battery Charger
- USB Cable
- A/V Cable
- Wrist Strap
- Software CD-ROM (SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 SE, PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer - 2.1E, ArcSoft MediaImpression, ArcSoft Panorama Maker, USB Driver)
- User Guide
- 90-Days Labor; 1-Year Parts Manufacturers Limited Warranty
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