This is the 4th Panasonic in my experience and follows the quality and performance of the other albiet on a higher level.
It has a quality feel to it and produces very accurate images. I wanted a camera with easier access to manual exp and meter controls and this camera does these easier than so
The large aperature is great for available light and I find it so bright I hav to consciously think about adding flash more for proper highlights than adequate lighting. The width of the focal length is nice in tight spaces and capturing wide scenics. The "long" end of the zoom is nice for portraits and video of stage performance in therange of 50 feet or so
The video capture is one of the best features and the AVCHD format is second to none for quality and saving storage. I've been very pleased with our videos and the audio captured. So much so, that I will not purchase another video camera
The ratings: I scored down for sports because ofthe focal length. I actually think the focal lenghtis plus just not well suited for field sports. I gave it a high rating for flash and studio because of the onboard hotshoe.
Problems:
No problems. However there is thing that could be improved though firmware upgrades. Flash comp from the quick menu. You have to go through the main menu and the cycle bit to adjust it :-(
I would have also liked a aux mic jack. But still the camefa performs well here.
It has a quality feel to it and produces very accurate images. I wanted a camera with easier access to manual exp and meter controls and this camera does these easier than so
The large aperature is great for available light and I find it so bright I hav to consciously think about adding flash more for proper highlights than adequate lighting. The width of the focal length is nice in tight spaces and capturing wide scenics. The "long" end of the zoom is nice for portraits and video of stage performance in therange of 50 feet or so
The video capture is one of the best features and the AVCHD format is second to none for quality and saving storage. I've been very pleased with our videos and the audio captured. So much so, that I will not purchase another video camera
The ratings: I scored down for sports because ofthe focal length. I actually think the focal lenghtis plus just not well suited for field sports. I gave it a high rating for flash and studio because of the onboard hotshoe.
Problems:
No problems. However there is thing that could be improved though firmware upgrades. Flash comp from the quick menu. You have to go through the main menu and the cycle bit to adjust it :-(
I would have also liked a aux mic jack. But still the camefa performs well here.