Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 performs quite well for having such an extreme optical zoom. While it is normal that ultra-zooms compromise one image quality, this one compromise very little to pack an 18X zoom along an 8 megapixels sensor. The major drawbac

Pros: Extreme wide-angle 18X optical zoom, Good color accuracy, Low optical distortion, Consistent sharpness from corner to corner, Effective stabilization

Cons: Image details destroyed from ISO 400 onwards, Useless at high ISO, Poor dynamic range, Softness near telephoto end of zoom, Low resolution EVF

Review summary: Decently priced megazoom is a great learning tool for point-and-shoot graduates.

Review summary: An inexpensive high-end compact camera/DSLR crossover, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18x optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price.

Verdict: All in all, the Lumix DMC FZ-18K does come through for the price, especially if high optical zoom, a great lens, and a beginners' course on manual settings is what you're looking for.

Review summary: Decently priced megazoom is a great learning tool for point-and-shoot graduates.

Pros: Excellent 18X optical zoom Leica lens, Burst mode returns clear photos

Cons: Zoom disabled in video mode, Battery life is disappointing