AndreasBraun

I'm normally using "A"-mode all the time. But for low-light I'd suggest choosing "S"-mode and set the speed to about 1/15 second. Together with the very effective IBIS and concentrating on a steady...

This German site "chip.de" is a popular magazine here in Germany with focus on PCs and "Home Entertainment". It's rather not known as a primary source for digital camera tests.The site...

Randy,for intended publication purpuoses you should indeed only use the highest resolution (3648x2736). My suggestions with limited resolution apply to everyday use only.The extended zoom range...

Randy,short answer: yesmore detailed answer: it depends (as always :-))Generally speaking, the full resolution 3648x2736 is not neccessary for most applications like vacations, family celebrations,...

I would not recommend any optical teleconverter for a high-quality compact like the XZ-1. Having thought about this for quite some time (I've purchased the XZ-1 two years ago) I've chosen to go...

This is ideed a known fact. Only with speeds longer than 1/2 s the ISO values will start going beyond ISO 200. Getting darker it then stays at about 1/2 s until ISO 800. Not very convenient.OTOH,...

This looks like a sound procedure. You only should be aware that the illumination of your sheet of paper has to be really "white" also for this kind of calibration. The best way to achieve this is...

I've no experience with other WB-settings than the previously mentioned.But in general I'd be reluctant to more than slightly change the proposed settings. From other discussions I know that the...

I'm sorry but can't help. Since I've always been content with the "blue" ooc I haven't searched for other settings. See attached pic.Andreas

My tests for finding the best setting - with "auto" white balance - have been made outdoors. The targets were typical sceneries with all kind of colours, contrasts and details. BTW: these tests...

I'm using A=-3 and G=+/-0 with very good results. Having experimented quite a lot after getting the cam in Feb 2011 I've eventually arrived at those settings and never since changed them.Andreas