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Panasonic DMC-FZ50EB-K Digital Camera - Black (10.1MP, 12x Optical Zoom) 2.0 " LCD

by Panasonic

4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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Autofocus: Yes
Battery Model: Camera Specific Powerpacks
Bluetooth: No
Built-in Flash: Yes
CD-R / CD-RW: No
Camera Resolution Heigth in Pixel: 2736
Camera Resolution Width in Pixel: 3648
Changeable Lens: No
Chip Type: CCD
Compact Flash Card: No
Digital Zoom (Ratio): 4
Effective Pixel (in Megapixel): 10.1
Highest Focal Length in mm: 420
Image Stabiliser: Yes
LCD Monitor Resolution in Pixel: 235000
LCD Monitor Size in Inch: 2
Longest Shutter Speed: 60s
Lowest Focal Length in mm: 35
MP3 Playback: No
Maximum Aperture Tele: 3.7
Maximum Aperture Wide: 2.8
Maximum Pixel (in Megapixel): 10.4
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro: No
Memory Stick Duo / Duo Pro: No
Memory Type: External
Micro Drive: No
Mini Secure Digital Card: No
Movie / Voice Recording: Movie + Voice
Multimedia Card: Yes
Optical Zoom (Ratio): 12
PC Card: No
Photo Resolution Heigth in Pixel: 2736
Photo Resolution Width in Pixel: 3648
PictBridge: Yes
RAW Format: Yes
Range Finder Type: Optical / Electronic Viewfinder + LCD
Reduced Size Multimedia Card: No
SLR / Compact: Compact
Secure Digital Card: Yes
Secure Digital High Capacity Card (SDHC): Yes
Sensor Size: 1/1,8'' (7,2 x 5,3 mm)
Serial Shot Mode: Yes
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/2000s
Size of Internal Memory in MB: unknown
Smart Media Card: No
Video Resolution Heigth in Pixel: 480
Video Resolution Width in Pixel: 848
Weight in Grams: 668
WiFi Connectivity: No
XD Card: No
Zoom Type: Optical + Digital
microSD/ TransFlash Card: No

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200EGK ( 12.8 MP,24 x Optical Zoom,3 -inch LCD )
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Product Dimensions: 14.2 x 14.1 x 8.6 cm ; 671 g
Boxed-product Weight: 2.3 Kg
Item model number: DMC-FZ50K
ASIN: B000GHVZQ0
Date first available at Amazon.co.uk: 1 Oct 2007

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 105,820 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

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Product Description

Panasonic has announced the latest in the FZ double digit series of prosumer digital cameras (a replacement for the FZ30). The Lumix DMC-FZ50 features a twelve times optical zoom lens, optical image stabilization, a ten megapixel sensor, up to ISO 1600 sensitivity and something Panasonic call IIC (Intelligent ISO control). This new feature monitors the amount of movement in the frame and adjusts the ISO sensitivity automatically at the time of exposure (higher for more movement).

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148 of 148 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Superior advanced digicam. 19 Oct 2006

By antaylor

This is my first Panasonic camera so I am coming to this completely objectively. People seem to be divided into two groups regarding the FZ50 (and by extension, most of Panasonic's recent digicams) - those who find it's image quality impressive despite it's limitations and enjoy it's superiority in most other areas and those who feel the FZ50 should have been a lot more than it is, lacking the output to back up it's DSLR stylings and not being a revolutionary upgrade over the FZ30. I stand somewhere in the middle but leaning more towards the first view.

The fact is, the FZ50 is a great bridge / mega zoom all-in-one digicam. The huge 12x focal range really is liberating and I just could not go back to a measly 3x zoom ever again. The superior quality of the Leica lens, which really is the main selling point is not to be underestimated - it's very sharp, producing next to no chromatic aberrations with truly effective stabilisation and I think is far superior to the lens of current competition. As everyone points out, to get this quality of (stabilised) lens over such a huge focal range for a DSLR would usually require more than one bulky lens and would probably cost over a �1000, so you can't really find anything to grumble about here.

I absolutely love the manual zoom and focus, which means you can fine tune to a degree that you just couldn't with a mechanical zoom - it's also silent and saves valuable battery power. I've found colour representation in the photos to be realistic although I must say that on every digital camera I've used, photos have never appeared quite how my eyes saw the original scene colour wise. I've found auto white balance to do a good job in most situations so far and this can also be fine tuned when in manual mode.... The flash output can also be set to varying degrees, which is useful when you want to retain a more natural look in dimly lit conditions. The ergonomics as everyone points out are also great, the FZ50 feels comfortable and your hand position will feel natural around it.

The flexibility of the twist out and swivel LCD screen is also not to be underestimated, allowing more versatile shooting angles than a fixed screen would give you. I really wish the screen could have been bigger though - I'm sure Panasonic could have extended it to 2.5" as there is a border around the screen which could have possibly been used up with extra pixels. However, the screen is great. At 207K pixels, everything is nice and sharp and there is no ghosting unless in very dim light. I am a little confused though as even though the EVF has a higher resolution than the LCD screen at 235K pixels, it is very noticeably less detailed in both colour and sharpness - can anybody enlighten me by leaving a comment?

And so we come to image quality - the real bone of contention between the two camps. I have to say that I agree with a lot of those who complain about Panasonic's decision to up the pixel count from the FZ30 to 10mp whilst still using the same sized sensor, which is a fraction of the size of a DSLR. The (now infamous) Venus 3 engine covers the noise well but as others will point out, at the cost of smudging out fine detail. Unfortunately, when Panasonic in their FZ50 press release said that high ISO noise levels were much improved over the FZ30, they didn't quite mean they had made a breakthrough with sensor technology, they simply meant they had developed a better way to hide the noise!

Having said that, my photos have really impressed me with great clarity and colour and the main digicam review sites have pointed out that the image quality is above average in this anyway superior class of consumer digicam, and you can see this from their test shots. Also, if you go onto some of the Panasonic forums such as at [...] you'll find some great examples of what can be achieved with the FZ50 and I'm sure you'll be really impressed. And at low ISO 100, some comparison tests show the FZ50 to give lower end DSLR's like the XT a good run for their money! But you do have to ask what is the point of putting in 10 megapixels if you have to print and view at sizes that a lower megapixel count would give you because when viewed at 100%, the effects of the heavy noise reduction can look pretty ugly. I would have much preferred a 6mp FZ50 if that would have resulted in less noise for the Venus 3 to work with. If I'm right in saying that a larger sensor would then result in a smaller focal range then Panasonic have probably tried to get the best from all angles and successfully so - however, Fuji have shown that great strides in sensor technology can be achieved.

To conclude, the FZ50 is a great advanced digicam and really impresses in all areas. It's a lot of fun to use because it's so comfortable and makes such a wide range of shots possible not to mention being extremely responsive and quick. The effects of the heavy noise reduction will only be an issue if you plan on viewing and printing large and using the high ISO's but otherwise image quality is great. For the advanced consumer who wants the best there is before the expense and bulk of a DSLR, then the FZ50 is the one to choose. Read more ›

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding 10 Jan 2007

By Jo Owen

There is too much confusing choice of cameras out there. I agonised over this for ages. I wanted a camera for good nature and outdoor shots. I have just seen the results from the first extended trip, and they are outstanding. This has more to do with camera quality than photographer quality.

The main benefits of the camera are:

1. Very good picture quality. No sign of blurring even when viewed on a 19" screen. Colours seem true to me.

2. Great telephoto: up to 420mm optical zoom. Panasonic has an extended zoom which allows 5 megapixels at 600mm: enough for most needs and again has no blurring effect: probably some combination of the opitcal image stabiliser and the camera's lightweight which helps to reduce shake.

3. Relatively light camera weight: easy to carry, and easy to keep a steady shot.

4. Price. I would have had to spend over �1,000 to see much improvement.

5. Functionality. Dead easy to use. Even for me.

6. LCD Monitor twists in all directions, making it possible to compose pictures properly in even the most awkward corners.

Are there things for Panasonic to look at? A few, maybe:

1. Battery life: I think I got about 180 shots per battery charge, not using the LCD monitor or flash. If you use the manual focus function you will extend battery life dramatically, but life is short and autofocus is easy. Buy and carry an extra battery.

2. Macro focus is a bit fiddly: you need cooperative frogs to stay still (if you want to photograph frogs).

3. Make sure you format your memory card before using it. I nearly had a disaster with this and found it very difficult to transfer pictures to a computer.... Read more ›

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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing package 3 Dec 2007

By B. Jose

I purchased this camera in April 2007 after reading rave reviews from many amateur to professional camera sites and blogs. It has not disappointed me yet.
I bought the black version, which looks like a serious contender to all market leading SLRs, which is what it is intended for. This probably is the best bridging camera so far available.
Its Leica lens with manual zoom and focus ring gives it almost an SLR feel, without the hassle of the multiple lens changes required with an SLR. The fully manual override option is fantastic adding to the SLR functionality.
The menu is easy to use. The function option gives you some customisability too.
The Optical image stabilisation is an excellent tool, which you will realise is the most practical aspect in the camera soon enough; you cannot live without it.
The battery life is good, with 300-350 snaps taken easily with one charge. But I do have a back up battery just in case.
The lens hood is a useful accessory, especially in bright settings.
The rotating LCD panel is a beauty. I find this extremely useful when taking pictures of my children at odd angles, especially when they are fooling around on the floor. It is also quite handy at parties, when you want to take photos over other people's heads.
Indoor photography is no concern. Set it in intelligent ISO mode and the camera comes out with beautiful pictures. You would be the envy of your friends, when seen lugging this beauty. Even some digital SLRs during our latest party from work could not hold a candle to my Panny, in terms of the oohs and aahs it generated.
Now, there has been a lot of criticism about the noise it produces, especially at high ISO settings and its noise reduction engine and software.... Read more ›

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