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Very good image stabilization
Great overall image quality
Intelligent Auto mode
Intelligent Auto mode was spot on most of the time
Manual controls
Great videos
Wide, long 18x lens
Accurate colors
Great resolution
Effective face detection
207k LCD resolution
Optical zoom nonfunctional in movie mode
Poor audio
Ugly noise apparent above ISO 200
Inconsistent AF in low light
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is much improved from the FZ8. It has more resolution, a longer and wider 18x optical zoom lens, and adds features like face detection. The Panasonic FZ18 outperforms its predecessor in almost every way. Its pictures have m...
Abstract: Shop & Save Support us by shopping online for the Lumix DMC-FZ18 here! Price range: $369 - $499View all prices for this product Your donation is also greatly appreciated.If the 10X or 12X lens on your typical ultra zoom camera just isnt enough, the...
Abstract: Introduction A bridge camera, such as the Panasonic digital DMC-FZ18, is halfway between a compact and an SLR. Its an ambivalent category, but one that manufacturers are increasingly interested in. Is the Panasonic FZ18 as easy to handle as a compact...
Abstract: Two months ago Panasonic announced the Lumix DMC-FZ18, an interesting and affordable ultra zoom camera with an 18X wide angle lens, we wrote about it here.Heres our first impression, out of the box. Well, theres not that much to say really; the de...
Very good image quality with adjusted JPEG settings, excellent image quality with RAW images, Stabilized 18XZ zoom, Aspect ratio choices, Well supported RAW mode, Excellent monitor and EVF
Fine mode JPEG can contains artefacts with default settings, Some shadow noise as of 100 ISO, Wide angle a touch softer focus than all other focal lengths, No flash shoe
The Panasonic DMC-FZ18 is the newest addition to Panasonics FZ series of cameras. The Lumix DMC-FZ18 is a bridge camera that offers an SLR feel, an optically stabilized 18X zoom, and an 8-megapixel resolution. The body shape shows its heritage and th...
18x optical zoom with OIS and little fringing, Decent quality 2.5in screen, Intelligent Auto a useful auto mode, Good manual control and RAW facility.
Noise visible throughout ISO range, 50% pricier than earlier FZ8, No flip-out screen, May be too small and light for some.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 may cost 50% more than its predecessor but it’s still hard not to be impressed. While it no longer offers the same sheer value, it does give you the flexibility of a longer and wider 18x optical zoom with decent stabilis...
Abstract: The Panasonic FZ18 has a superb Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens and it shows in the quality of the images. The effective optical image stabilization allows hand holding shots at the long focal lengths and slower shutter speeds. The wide-angle makes this a ...
If you're in the market for an ultra-zoom, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 deserves a place on your short list. While poor noise performance and a small dynamic range detract from some images, overall image quality is good with nice color reproduction an...
Abstract: Anyone who's interested in photography as a hobby will want a bit more versatility in their camera than is offered by a simple point-and-shoot compact. Many will opt for a digital SLR, but for those whose budgets are a little more restricted, or who don't...
Intelligent Scene Selector makes taking sharp, evenly exposed pictures a veritable 'no brainer', quick AF minimises shutter delay, Venus Engine III with subject motion detection (so ISO and shutter speed increased to compensate)
Silver bodied version looks and feels a bit plasticy in the 'flesh'
The FZ18 is a comprehensively featured camera that offers a good 'halfway house' for those not quite ready to make the jump from compact to more fully specified digital SLR, or want one camera that does everything without the need to swap any lenses....
