1. 8.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
2. 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom
3. Advanced Optical Image Stabilization and Intelligent ISO
4. Manual Selection Dial to Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and full manual control
5. Capture images to SD card; powered by AA batteries

Editorial Review :

You don't have to be a digital camera expert to take great photos. Simply set the DMC-LS80 to Intelligent Mode and it's easy to get clear, beautiful images every time you shoot. MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) will automatically detect and compensate for handshake, while Intelligent ISO Control helps prevent motion blur by sensing subject movement and adjusting the ISO setting and shutter speed accordingly. Get perfect close-ups, too, with the camera's Macro mode, which automatically switches on when you bring the lens in close to a subject. A high-image-quality CCD with 8.1 effective megapixels combines with a 3x optical zoom lens to help you capture beautiful images in all kinds of shooting situations. The Easy Zoom button instantly extends the optical zoom and Extra Optical Zoom to full telescopic position. The 2.5" diagonal LCD makes viewing and shooting easier and more comfortable. Intelligent LCD functions include Auto Power LCD for increased backlight brightness in the sun and Bright Live View, which automatically increases the brightness of live images according to the level of ambient darkness. This allows bright, easy framing of scenes that would normally be too dark to see on the LCD screen. f=5.5-16.5mm (35mm Equiv. - 33-100mm) Focal Length 2.5 Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT LCD Display (230K dots) Focusing Area Normal - 50cm - infinity, Macro / Intelligent AUTO - Wide 5cm / Tele 30cm - infinity 8 - 1/2,000 sec. Starry Sky Mode - 15, 30, 60sec. Shutter Speed Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 (High Sensitivity Mode - Auto(1600 - 6400) ) ISO 27MB Internal Memory (additional memory recommended to store more photos and video) Built-in Microphone and Speaker SD/SDHC, MultiMedia Card Slot Built-in Flash with Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off modes DC Input, AV Output (NTSC/PAL), USB Connections PictBridge Compatible Runs on AA Batteries Approximate Ba

Customer Review :

Good for the money

I had this camera for about two weeks no complains. is just a great camera. good picture quality. the video, is not the best maybe,average quality video. still have some red eye in some of the pictures. good quality for around $100 camera

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great camera

no complains. is just a great camera. good picture quality. the video, is not the best maybe, but i think is ok, average quality video. good quality for the price i pay.

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1. 8.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
2. 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD screen
3. Advanced Optical Image Stabilization and Intelligent ISO
4. Manual Selection Dial to Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and full manual control
5. Capture images to SD card; powered by AA batteries

Editorial Review :

You don't have to be a digital camera expert to take great photos. Simply set the DMC-LS80 to Intelligent Mode and it's easy to get clear, beautiful images every time you shoot. MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) will automatically detect and compensate for hand shake, while Intelligent ISO Control helps prevent motion blur by sensing subject movement and adjusting the ISO setting and shutter speed accordingly. Get perfect close-ups, too, with the camera's Macro mode, which automatically switches on when you bring the lens in close to a subject. A high-image-quality CCD with 8.1 effective megapixels combines with a 3x optical zoom lens to help you capture beautiful images in all kinds of shooting situations. The Easy Zoom button instantly extends the optical zoom and Extra Optical Zoom to full telescopic position. The 2.5" diagonal LCD makes viewing and shooting easier and more comfortable. Intelligent LCD functions include Auto Power LCD for increased backlight brightness in the sun and Bright Live View, which automatically increases the brightness of live images according to the level of ambient darkness. This allows bright, easy framing of scenes that would normally be too dark to see on the LCD screen. f=5.5-16.5mm (35mm Equiv. - 33-100mm) Focal Length 2.5 Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT LCD Display (230K dots) Focusing Area Normal - 50cm - infinity, Macro / Intelligent AUTO - Wide 5cm / Tele 30cm - infinity 8 - 1/2,000 sec. Starry Sky Mode - 15, 30, 60sec. Shutter Speed Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 (High Sensitivity Mode - Auto(1600 - 6400) ) ISO 27MB Internal Memory (additional memory recommended to store more photos and video) Built-in Microphone and Speaker SD/SDHC, MultiMedia Card Slot Built-in Flash with Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off modes DC Input, AV Output (NTSC/PAL), USB Connections PictBridge Compatible Runs on AA Batteries Approximate B

Customer Review :

Nice little camera

I own two of these and both work great. I bought one 3 yrs ago on my younger brother's advice, but my wife started to monopolize it so got 1 for her for x-mas. Can't compare to others cause haven't owned any. If mine dies I will get another.

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Excellent

Excellent camera! Perfect images, turn on very fast, display lcd with amazing and real colors, videos very good and soft, easy connection to pc and fast installation (no need drivers).

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Great simple camera

I researched and found this camera for my wife. She is not technologically oriented so I needed one that was simple yet took excellent pictures. This is it. So many features and the automatic settings are so intelligent. It is must have with image stabilization. Now, no pictures get blurred. It also has regular batteries that I replaced with rechargeable ones. She was thrilled at receiving it and the ease of using it. Panasonic did a great job. I bought a more advanced model for myself. My Lumix DMC-TZ3 model is great also.

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Not bad; Not great

This camera is a nice size and very easy to operate. The photos come out great and it's very easy to play back your shots and delete ones you don't want to keep.
The bad points are that it tends to be a little slow between shots and can not be recharged on its own (need to provide your own seperate rechargeable batteries or bring lots of spares). Also, the internal memory is very limited so be sure to purchase a memory card (they're cheap these days).

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1. 14.7-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
2. 3.6x wide-angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized zoom lens
3. Intelligent Auto Modes include new side portrait and AF tracking; HD video capture
4. Face Detection AF sensing up to 15 faces; Creative modes include multiple exposure and simple manual
5. Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Equipped with 14.7 megapixels, the new Panasonic FX150 boasts a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens with F2.8 brightness and 3.6x optical zoom. The FX150s manual controls and creative-shooting features distinguish it from many of its ultra-compact competitors. For instance, the Manual Exposure mode lets users choose the shutter speed, giving the freedom to render artistic images of ordinary scenes. The multi-exposure function superimposes up to three consecutively shot images together while the user views the previous image on the LCD, creating a surrealistic effect that cannot be achieved with a single image alone. Furthermore, the manual bracketing function includes typical exposure and adds new color bracketing to capture color, monochromatic and sepia shots of an image simultaneously.

Customer Review :

Great choice for point and shot

My primary camera is al Nikon SLR. In many times, I don't want to carry a large camera at any event, but I want to take great photos at every time. For this reason, I purchased it. This camera has a largest CCD, 14MP, Lumix IA function, Image Stabilization, Leica Lens, new image processor, and other things. Results? Greats! Go ahead with this product. Cons: The HD video is .MOV. I don't know DVD players which read this format.

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1. 10-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-sized prints
2. 4x wide-angle optical zoom; Mega Optical Image Stabilized
3. 2.5-inch Intelligent LCD screen; Face Detection
4. Intelligent ISO; Intelligent Scene Selector
5. 50 MB built-in memory; captures images to SD memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Simply set the 10.1-megapixel DMC-FS5 to iA mode and let the four Intelligent Auto functions team up to help prevent shooting errors. Intelligent Scene Selector chooses the mode that best fits the situation; MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) helps prevent blurring from hand-shake; Intelligent ISO Control helps prevent motion blur; and Face Detection helps produce clear portraits by optimizing the focus and exposure settings. The 30mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens with 4x optical zoom takes wider shots than an ordinary 35mm lens. This is helpful in small rooms or crowded places, for example, letting you fit more people into a group photo. There's also an Easy Zoom button on the camera top - just press it, and the optical zoom and Extra Optical Zoom instantly extend to full telescopic position. This quick zooming lets you catch even fleeting opportunities. The brightness and contrast of the large 2.5" diagonal LCD adjust automatically in 10 steps as ambient light conditions change, so images are clear, bright and easy to see day or night, indoors or outdoors. f=5.2-20.8mm (35mm Equiv. - 30-120mm) Focal Length 2.5 Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT LCD Display (230K dots) Focusing Area Normal - Wide 50cm/ Tele 100cm - infinity, Macro / Intelligent AUTO - Wide 10cm / Tele 100cm - infinity 8 - 1/2,000 sec. Starry Sky Mode - 15, 30, 60sec. Shutter Speed Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 (High Sensitivity Mode - Auto(1600 - 6400) ) ISO 27MB Internal Memory (additional memory recommended to store more photos and video) Built-in Microphone and Speaker SD/SDHC, MultiMedia Card Slot Built-in Flash with Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off modes DC Input, A/V Output (NTSC/PAL), USB Connections PictBridge Compatible Approximate Battery Life - 310 Shots (CIPA Standard) Approximate Unit Weight - 0.291 lbs

Customer Review :

Blows Canon & Nikon away

This camera is fantastic for a pocket size point and shoot. I am a previous Canon elf and Nikon CoolPix owner. Side by side, the Panasonic blows the Canon and Nikon away. A friendly suggestion, Google ¨Canon Powershot lens error¨ & see what you find. I AM SOLD on Panasonic's QUALITY. Photos are excellent, although image quality does suffer some in low light. That being said, this is a problem common to all pocket sized point and shoots. The battery life is very good. I can get 300+ shots on a card before the battery needs a charge. This is assuming you don't keep reviewing your shots every 5 minutes. The more you review your shots, obvously the more battery life you consume. The screen is crisp and clear, controls are well placed and the lens is very good quality. If you are looking at the 3¨ screen model (FS20), check the images of the BACK SIDE of the cameras. You will notice with the 3¨screen there is very little room for your fingers. The FS5's 2 1/2¨screen allows ample room for your fingers without touching the LCD, so if you are thinking the 2 1/2¨ screen is a deal breaker for you, reconsider that decision before you pay the extra $ for a larger screen model (FS20). The 2 1/2¨ screen is MORE THAN AMPLE to view your shots. Image stabilization works very well, especially when using the 4x zoom. The wide angle also allows for good panoramic shot. The camera build is SOLID and feels so in your hand, however is still light enough that you don't feel like you are carrying a brick in your pocket or on your belt. Some other reviews complain about the menu. If you are new to Panasonic, a quick review of the manual and after playing with the controls for 10-15 minutes, you should have no problems understanding the menu's and function settings. At it's current price point of $140.00, this unit is a steal. So much so that I ordered 3 for Christmas gifts. Two in Black and one in Silver. If you don't need the wider angle lens or 10 MP, then look at the FS3, that is the sister camera to the FS5 and is about $30.00 less.

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Perfect for snaps or video

This camera is the perfect size to slip in your pocket and its built quality means no problems. Video is fantastic for a subcompact. Works best in normal mode for snapshots. Like other tiny sensor 10mp compacts, its only on par with about a 4mp DSLR due to sensor grain. But should be good up to 11x14 for enlargements. Sharp lens and perfect zoom range, A good deal.

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Poor Image Quality

I was looking for a handy point and shoot digital camera. Even though the MP rating on this camer is high at 10 MP, I was very dissapointed in the image quality produced by this camera. Images were soft (not sharp); contrast was poor. I returned the camera and purchased a Canon 8 MP model instead. Performance of the Canon is far superior. My initial interest in the Panasonic was based on the favorable ratings--my experience was very different.

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Great Camera for the Price

I bought this camera for my uncle. He doesn't know anything about photography so basically I was looking for a point-and-shoot camera that does everything automatically. The picture quality is great under good light conditions, the wide angle is a nice feature too, and its reduced size allow to carry it easily in your pocket. It has a big display, and this is also a good point. The thing I like most is the battery life, with one charge you can take 150+ pictures.

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It's a good camera.

No complaints. It should be emphasized that its internal memory will hold only about 10 pictures; the additional memory will cost about $16. It's a good camera.

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1. 10-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
2. 5x wide-angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized zoom lens
3. Intelligent Auto Modes include new side portrait and AF tracking
4. High Definition video mode
5. 50 MB built-in memory; capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

The Lumix DMC-FX37 digital camera features a 25mm ultra wide-angle Leica DC lens, enabling you to capture almost double the viewing space at the same shooting distance as compared to 35mm cameras. The 10.1-megapixel FX37, capable of High Definition video recording, also includes a powerful 5x optical zoom while maintaining a sleek, ultra-compact body and expands Intelligent Auto Mode (iA), Panasonics system of intuitive technologies that help you capture better photos.

Customer Review :

Great Zoom and Wide-Angle Camera Choice

I needed a new small digital camera and decided on Canon or Panasonic due to input from several sources and many weeks of research. The camera had to have at least 5x zoom, my biggest requirement until I started reading and hearing about the advantages of a wide-angle lens. Finding the two together in the camera size I wanted was not easy (at least in the two brands above and in a reasonable price range for me) and I wavered between less zoom but wide-angle, or no wide-angle and 5x (or more) zoom. Finally I decided on the Panasonic DMC-FX37 which offers both and is very small! I am very happy with it so far! I think the photos and videos are super and the extra features are amazing. I don't like the exposure screen that pops up every once in awhile when I'm ready to take a shot (it's great to know that if I adjust right then the picture will come out better) but I have lost the photo opportunity a few times since I haven't figured out how to override the screen quickly. The manual is a bit overwhelming but I'm sure help is available in those pages somewhere!
Four stars as I've compared my photos with a similar Canon camera and I think those are a bit better; however, I love having the 5x zoom and wide-angle which I would never do without again.

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