Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28K 10MP Digital Camera with 18x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black) by Panasonic
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Digital camera reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28K 10MP Digital Camera with 18x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black)
Digital camera Review: A Camera For All Seasons
Summary: 5 Stars
I suppose it's best to be very objective when reviewing any camera, but it's really hard when it comes to the Panasonic DMC-FZ28. Getting into the technical aspects is best left to the experts. For people like me, the fun factor is more important, and this camera is FUN! To find a camera that does so much so very well is rare, but this one does - in spades. Features that set this baby apart from others are many and varied, from the incredible optical zoom ratios that can be attained, to the incredibly easy auto features. There are so many things that are right about this camera, that finding foibles or flaws is a real chore. I gave up looking for faults long ago. The camera also comes with some really useful software, such as PhotoFun Studio and Silkypix Developer Studio, for processing RAW shots.
The camera is new, and professional reviews are scarce right now, but when they do come, I'm sure this camera will come out very well indeed. This is a camera for people who want it all in a fairly small, one-piece package. Panasonic has scored a home run with this one.
In conclusion, this kind of review might not be as specific as some would like. But getting into the specifics of this camera would take a whole lot of words. Suffice it to say that if you buy this camera, you will never be sorry you did. It is that good!
Digital camera Review: A Fine Camera with an unbelievable Lens
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my third Panasonic Camera. My other two are both Lumix FZ-10. I am inclined towards Landscape and Flowers type of photography. To me, the most important part of a camera is the Lens more than any otherwise. Panasonic use Leica Brand lens on the FZ28 which is built in Japan under strict Leica Supervision. The resolving power of the lens is second to none. Its colour is vivid yet not overwhelming. Its detail presentation is almost impeccable to the finest degree, especially in shadow area. Yes, I agree that photoshop can do amazing things to a picture and can almost turn it 180 degreee around. However, no matter how good an editing software is, it still has to rely on the fundamental information captured by the lens. Only human eyes, created by The Lord, can outperform the quality and integrity of any lens made by human engineering. Next in line, in my opinion, is Leica Lens. Thank you.Digital camera Review: A Nice and Versatile Super Zoom
Summary: 4 Stars
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28K is a versatile super zoom camera. I bought this camera for travel purpose. I had in the past a Sony H1. That camera gave me alot of nice pictures when I travelled. I wanted a camera that will give sharper and better pictures. After reading a lot of reviews online, I decided to try this. I am not disappointed. Its not perfect but better than my old H1.Digital camera Review: A Wonderful Hybrid
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a terrific example of a camera that is set up to help the novice experience good results and it also will satsfy the thirst of experienced photogs. I guess some of the Photo snobs would pick apart some of the things on this camera, but as an "Average Joe " photogragher there is plenty of room for growth with this little gem. I did a lot of research before buying and found out that this camera doesn't do any one thing perfectly, but it does many things extremely well.
I look forward to learning more about digit photography now that I have this wonderful tool. I have been pleasantly surprised with the few photos I have taken and seen on this board from other owners.
The only warning I can give about this camera is to not read the whole manual at one time as it may result in a severe "ICE CREAM HEADACHE"!
Digital camera Review: A great all-around camera for those who don't want an SLR
Summary: 5 Stars
Got this camera a week ago. Use the proper software they give you to view images as you will notice that the windows preview function doesn't actually show any photos from any camera in their full glory (it's optimised for speed) and this camera really does shine.
Essentially, it does great macro and telescopic photos with a lot of flexibility for the manual and program settings. I feel I can take it anywhere and get a great shot in any situation. Definitely superior image quality to any compact or ultra-compact, and better than most super-zoom cameras, but obviously still not quite SLR quality. (Regardless, it's amazing for the price.)
Only minor gripe is that the Intelligent Auto setting only lets you record to JPEG and not RAW.
This is not for people who want to just click and shoot without thinking. It's a step up from that, but still far simpler than an SLR. Anyone complaining about lousy indoor shots obviously hasn't tried using the very simple shutter-priority setting, that, or they haven't tried playing with ISO's.
Noise is fine until ISO 800. At 800 you can get away with it if you turn up the built-in Noise Reduction on the camera (which is surprisingly good). Don't know that I'd ever use 1600.
I highly recommend this camera for anyone who doesn't want the expense of a full SLR and doesn't want to have lug around a camera that's too large with a couple of lenses as well.