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Abstract: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 Digital Camera Pro Review by Photo-John The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is a full-featured, 10-megapixel, compact digital camera with a 16:9 widescreen capture mode, image stabilization, and an extra-wide LCD display built into an a...
Abstract: The Panasonic Lumix LX2 is rather disappointing, perhaps partly because of the success of its predecessor, but mostly because of all that is special about this camera. The LX2 features a wide-aspect sensor for producing 16:9 images and 16:9 HD videos....
Native 16:9 aspect ratio CCD
Logical menu design is great for beginners
Extensive manual control options
New image processor
Quick burst mode (but short buffer)
Noise levels were MUCH lower than predecessor
Wide zoom lens with optical image stabiliz...
Poor color reproduction (less accurate than predecessor)
Images heavily sharpened in cameras default setting
More than .6 second shutter lag
Long start-up time
Limited frame rates available for higher resolution video capture
Manually opening of ...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is a great addition to the compact market if only for the unique 16:9 native 10-megapixel CCD. Photographers should keep in mind that the megapixel count will drop when shooting in other aspect ratios and when shooting at th...
Abstract: Panasonics Lumix DMC-LX2 inherits a wide range of features from last years LX2 , like the same 4x optical zoom (equivalent to 28mm to 112mm on a 35mm film camera), MEGA O.I.S.(Optical Image Stabilizer), and user friendly exposure modes. However, the L...
Abstract: aspect ratio image sensor and the 28mm wide-angle lens is perfect for landscape and group shots. The 112mm tele coverage is ideal for portraits. An extra large 2.8-in. LCD monitor makes composition and viewing very comfortable. Selectable AF Area makes...
Triple wide feature set of 16:9 lens, 16:9 image sensor and 16:9 LCD is a hit
Sporty compact design combines classic rangefinder elements with contoured modern style
Very speedy all-around performance with virtually no shutter lag when you pre-focus.
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Images shot at 1,600 and above too noisy for printing
Weak dynamic range in images shot in anything but the softest of light; some shots lacked "pop"
Slow playback of full resolution images on LCD
Oversaturated reds and blues in images more a...
As you can tell from the long list of Pros and very short list of Cons above, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 has a lot going for it. Though it looks virtually identical to last years LX1 and makes only a few refinements, this camera is the better for it....
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Published: 2006-10-26, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com
Great lens; nice design; lots of manual controls.
Generally soft photos; mediocre movies; no optical viewfinder.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is a good choice for an enthusiast looking for a powerful camera that can fit into a jacket pocket.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 provides what I consider an absolutely incredible assortment of contrasts; lots of creative flexibility and tons of manual exposure options, but no optical viewfinder. Near neutral color interpolation, but soft default sha...
Good resolution, sharp results with lots of detail (particularly at ISO 100), Unique widescreen 16:9 sensor, 28mm wideangle (16:9 mode only), Comprehensive photographic control, High quality construction, lovely design, Good edge-to-edge lens performance...
Noisy sensor and excessive noise reduction at all ISO settings. Low NR setting not low enough, Underpowered flash, Auto flash mode tends to choose 1/30th second shutter speed (and a high ISO in auto ISO mode), Occasional exposure / dynamic range problems...
Reviewing the LX2 - the successor to one of the only memorable compact cameras of 2005 - has been a slightly disappointing, yet totally unsurprising experience. Like the FZ50 reviewed last month, the LX2 is an upgrade that fails to address in any co...
