Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 cnet.com.au User Reviews

I recently ordered this camera using fly by points. It wasn't my first preference un cameras, but the choice was limited. Well, I couldn't be happier. This camera allows brilliant shots even in full "Intelligent Auto" mode and yet offers full manual contr...

Superb picture quality even in AI mode ; Excellent battery life ; Great HD movie quality ; Size isn't as big as it looks - just right for me

Very few. Would have liked the "AVCHD Lite" format included in some 2009 models. Better video file sizes that way

1 month ago i updated from the FZ5 to the FZ28 and am absolutely blown away by it. Low light & indoor shooting no longer any cause for concern..... FZ5 produced inconsistent results. Image stabilization much improved over FZ5. Love it.

Too much to mention!

Need to be careful when using flash in certain situations as the flash does not sit high enough over the lens & can create a shadow on your subject.

This is a fantastic camera - and one that definitely isn't discontinued yet. It takes great shots at the point and shoot end of the spectrum but packs the features to allow you whatever control you want over the camera settings. I couldn't be happier...

clear images in a camera with a decently small footprint ; great array of simple and advanced features, although a few a little ridiculous for me (like the pet function which can stamp the name of your pet and its age, based on the input of birthday and t...

i don't mind about no external flash, but it would be good if the flash could be activated automatically (it must be manually released first) ; because the manual focus is digital (using the joystick) it is very fiddly and not much use

After the great FZ18 I got this model - even better in many small details. Perfect high-level camera from simple snapshot level to advanced and experimental levels. Picture quality is neutral and excellent, no 'pretty' extra saturation like many others.

27mm wide angle+large zoom ; Long battery life ; Excellent controls and settings ; Not too bulky/heavy for travel ; Very good OIS

In-built flash only ; Small joystick needs to get used to (but works great) ; Possible light vignetting when using some filters at wide angle ; Lots of noise from ISO 800 onwards

I have been using it for a couple of months now and think it is a great camera! It is also pretty idiot proof and that makes it friendly to all new users.

Easy to use, great images and good zoom.

I was hoping to get my hands on one of these but all the shops are saying that this camera is discontinued, can any one direct me where to go and try one out?

I have the FZ-30 and bought the FZ-28 as a lighter alternative for web photo shooting as well as an all around camera. In several hundred shots I think it outperforms the 30. I never used the LCD to compose on the 30 but do on the 28 as the size and brigh...

Light, fast shooting, great for macros and action shots. Long battery life. Multiple auto stabiilization modes work well.

Doesn't have the feel of the FZ-30, but doesn't need it either. It cost only half the price and does a better job in all the areas I've tested.

The FZ28 is a replacement for the FZ18, but appears to have outdone its larger brother, the FZ50. The new G1 is surely going to be a hit, but will require a collection of interchangeable lenses to cover what the FZ28 offers in one. And that will prove to...

Excellent features, good performance.

Build quality and feel do not match the FZ50

I recently ordered this camera using fly by points. It wasn't my first preference un cameras, but the choice was limited. Well, I couldn't be happier. This camera allows brilliant shots even in full "Intelligent Auto" mode and yet offers full manual contr...

Superb picture quality even in AI mode. Excellent battery life. Great HD movie quality Size isn't as big as it looks - just right for me.

Very few. Would have liked the "AVCHD Lite" format included in some 2009 models. Better video file sizes that way.

1 month ago i updated from the FZ5 to the FZ28 and am absolutely blown away by it. Low light & indoor shooting no longer any cause for concern..... FZ5 produced inconsistent results. Image stabilization much improved over FZ5. Love it.

Too much to mention!

Need to be careful when using flash in certain situations as the flash does not sit high enough over the lens & can create a shadow on your subject.