Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Panasonic and Leica team up to create the best sub £400 super-zoom.

Pros: >, , Big, bright screen, , Excellent image stabiliser, , Superb results in low light, , ,

Cons: Digital innards could make better use of the stunning Leica lens

Verdict: You won't find a better lens in a smarter body, anywhere.

Review summary: 3 minute video guide to the Panasonic DMC FZ7. This is super zoom camera with 6 megapixels and a 12x optical zoom lens.

Verdict: In the good old days you could carry around a gigantic 400mm lens and people thought you were cool. If you tote around such big glass now, you're likely to be considered a low-life paparazzo - plus you'll throw out your back after a day or two.

Review summary: Compared to digital SLRs and some other megazoom cameras, the small, lightweight 6-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 feels almost like a toy. Only after acknowledging its powerful 12X (36mm-to-432mm, 35mm-equivalent) optically stabilized lens, manual cont

Pros: Extensive set of manual features; 12X optically stabilized zoom lens; relatively speedy.

Cons: Image flaws such as blooming, fringing, and unusually frequent image noise.

Verdict: The Panasonic DMC-FZ7 is a solid megazoom alternative for beginners and enthusiasts alike.