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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 Reviews

Digital camera - compact - 10.1 Mpix - optical zoom: 2.5 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC - silver More product details

$456.56

Sharp, bright lens ; compact but comfortable design ; broad manual shooting feature set (cnet.com)

Sharp, bright lens ; compact but comfortable design ; broad manual shooting feature set (cnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

We have collected and analyzed 106 expert reviews and 364 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 81/100 and users rate it 90/100. The average review date is December 30, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 556317 reviews from other Digital Compact Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 98/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 19, 2009.

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980100

470 reviews

November, 2009

81 / 100

106 Experts

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90 / 100

364 Users

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Expert Reviews (106)

US

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 (silver)

By (cnet.com)

Sharp, bright lens ; compact but comfortable design ; broad manual shooting feature set

Relatively nonresponsive Quick Menu button ; proprietary connectors ; artifacts under certain conditions ; optical viewfinder is optional

Although the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 has its share of passionate fans, we think the JPEG quality should be more consistent for the price.

Photos: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX With its compact, elegant design and...

Rating

74100

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US

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

By Alfredo Padilla (washingtonpost.com)

Many will look at the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and wonder what all the fuss is about. $400 for a camera with only 10-megapixel resolution and a 2.5x optical zoom seems a bit strange. Camera enthusiasts, however, will see a camera with a wide-angle 24mm ...

The LX3 has classic good looks that anyone who remembers cameras from thirty years ago will instantly recognize. The somewhat blocky body, protruding lens and metal construction lend it a retro feel. Although it's on the larger side for a point-and ...

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washingtonpost.com
US

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

By (dpreview.com)

Panasonic's LX series has always been home to the company's most ambitious compacts, offering a range of photographer-friendly features in a small, stylish and solid body festooned with external controls. It's been two years since the launch of the ...

Good image quality at low ISO settings, Exceptionally bright F2.0-2.8 lens, 24mm wide angle, Decent high ISO performance (up to ISO 1600), Unique choice of aspect ratios at a consistent angle-of-view, Comprehensive photographic control, High quality ...

60mm telephoto will be restricting for some, Noise reduction can impact on low-contrast detail, Underpowered flash, Auto flash keen on using 1/30th second shutter speed (but keeps ISO down), Dissappointing white balance performance (though has a fine ...

The LX3 is an example of a species so endangered that the we were beginning to worry it had become extinct - a compact camera that photographers can get excited about.

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Rating

80100

dpreview.com

User Reviews (364)

US

"I'm happy and excited to have this camera"

By rank22 (cnet.com)

Great pictures, lots of features in a camera small enough for my pocket

I can't find a bracket feature, maybe it's hidden away but Id like it for hdr work

US

"A True Successor to a Heritage"

By stevefotos (cnet.com)

As a photojournalist Leica cameras were the w... 

Ultrawide angle zoom. Gorgeous lens. Responsive camera

High ISO speed problematic for some

US

"The best compact ever available"

By (cnet.com)

Have been using this camera for a month now a... 

Good image quality, good low light performance, low noise at high ISO, Classic Design, fantastic iA mode. good F2.0 wide angle lens

Zoom Range, Camera Cap, Protruding Lens barrel even when switched off.

Manufacturer's Description

Designed for easy, creative shooting, and high-performance in low-light conditions, the DMC-LX3S features a F2.0 24mm Leica DC Vario-Summicron lens, 10.1 megapixels and an ultra-sensitive 1/1.63-inch CCD developed specifically for this model. By combining a high-quality lens and sensor ready for a variety of shooting conditions with a wide-range of accessories and manual controls, the DMC-LX3S is ideal for professional photographers and serious amateurs looking for a compact digital camera...

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