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Wednesday, February 22. 2006
Panasonic and its "the world smallest" models
Even if I don't follow compact cameras I must admit that their new models did catch my eye.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 - it is successor of the popular model FZ5. FZ7 has 6 MP, better manual focus (with joystick) and ISO 800 and 1600 modes and movie recording option. Being a 12x zoom it will definitelly be a good toy for many photo amateurs.
 | (Electronics) Manufacturer:Panasonic Released: |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 - Panasonic describes it as the world's smallest 10x optical zoom digital compact. And it really is small: 112.5 x 72.2 x 79 mm (4.43 x 2.84 x 3.11 in). It has interesting lens contruction.
 | (Electronics) Manufacturer:Panasonic Released:01 May, 2006 |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01 - Panasonic describes it as The world’s smallest camera with 28mm wide angle lens. Wide angle is something that almost all compacts lack.
 | (Electronics) Manufacturer:Panasonic Released: |
My opinion is that is is better to have 28-102mm than 35-350mm. So, my choice would be the FX01. I do need some small compact - it is impossible to carry big dSLR and all its lens and accessories all the time with you. IXUS models from Canon were something that I was thinking about - now I have more options to choose from.
Good job from Panasonic.
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