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alaScore 91

821 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 821 reviews of Panasonic DMC-LX5. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the lens and image quality. The portability and performance also get good feedback, whereas some have doubts about the contrast and memory. There are some mixed comments about the energy efficiency.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic DMC-LX5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic DMC-LX5

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-LX5 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the design and usability are generally positive. The performance and lens are also appreciated. There are some critical reviews about the size.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic DMC-LX5

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 68 user reviews of Panasonic DMC-LX5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the design and usability. The performance and image quality also get good feedback, whereas there are some mixed opinions about the shutter.

portability, image quality, performance, usability, design

91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : PJ Jacobowitz (pcmag.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

 

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 performs as well as the best compact cameras on the market, but its mirrorless competitors, in price and size, deliver even better performance.

Fast. Great image quality in any light. Sharp display. Lots of controls for manual shooting. Hot shoe and digital accessory port. Camcorder-like video experience.

Pricey. Bulky. LCD shows some motion blur.

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Mar, 2011
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (pcworld.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

 

The 10-megapixel Lumix LX5 backs up its F2.0 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens (3.8X optical zoom, 24mm to 95mm) with manual controls for both still shots and video, a great macro mode that practically lets you touch the lens to your subject, fast access to...

Ultra-wide-angle lens with F2.0 aperture ; Macro mode lets you get extremely close to subject ; Very fast autofocus and quiet zoom motors ; Superior video capture and manual video controls ; Manual controls for aperture, shutter, and focus ; Very...

Intelligent Auto mode produces underexposed images ; Some camera settings are buried deep in menus ; Limited optical zoom range

The Lumix LX5 isn't the most novice-friendly camera, but it offers an insane amount of power for a fixed-lens camera when you dig into its manual controls.

Jan, 2011
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Expert review by : Dan Havlik (wired.com)

Camera of the Year: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

 

Panasonic's stealthy little 10.1-megapixel sharpshooter has the guts of a pro rig tucked inside a compact body.

Nov, 2010
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 review

 

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-LX5 delivers a long-awaited update to its relatively old enthusiast compact camera, the LX3. Though it looks much the same and has similar specs, the changes are a definite improvement. They include a new sensor, larger zoom...

Excellent raw photo quality; sharp, bright lens; compact but comfortable design; broad manual shooting feature set.

JPEG processing should be better.

Despite its shortcomings, notably its weak JPEG processing, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 delivers an excellent all-around shooting experience--fastest in its class, full featured, and capable of shooting some very nice photos.

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by (pcworld.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Point-and-Shoot Camera Review - PCWorld

 

The DSC-G3 is an innovative camera with integrated storage and Wi-Fi, but price and some performance issues slow it down.

Sep, 2010
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Expert review by : Mike Flacy (steves-digicams.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Review

 

Panasonic has created a worthy competitor in a tough category that has several great cameras competing in it. With excellent image quality, speedy performance, awesome High ISO capabilities (for a compact), and all of the Panasonic bells and whistles...

Well-built, compact body ; Comfortable control layout ; Captures beautiful 10-megapixel photos ; Sharp and fast Leica 3.8x optical zoom len ; You have full use of the optical zoom option while recording video ; 24mm wide angle extreme is one of the...

ISO 6400 and 12,800 are not settings we recommend using unless extremely necessary ; No full 1080 HD option like found on other Lumix models

Panasonic has created a worthy competitor in a tough category that has several great cameras competing in it. With excellent image quality, speedy performance, awesome High ISO capabilities (for a compact), and all of the Panasonic bells and whistles...

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : Review Crew (reviewboard.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Digital Camera Review

 

As long as you're comfortable with using manual controls for photos and video, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 ($500) has to be in the running for your consideration—it's one of the ...

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (photographyblog.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Review

 

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 is the much-anticipated successor to the LX3, a compact digital camera that proved especially popular with experienced photographers due to its fast lens, full range of manual shooting modes and RAW file support. The new LX5...

So, there are elements of the LX5 that will immediately be familiar and non-threatening to those who have tried one of Panasonic's point and shoots yet are now looking for something meatier and more future-proof. And there are other elements, such as...

Sep, 2010
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Expert review by : Digitalcamera HQ (digitalcamera-hq.com)

Rankings REVIEW SUMMARY STORE PRICING Panasonic Lumix LX5 COMMENTS, QUESTIONS, & ANSWERS FORUM BY VIEWERS AND EDITORS Panasonic Reviews

 

Our initial thoughts on Panasonic's new high-performance compact after getting hands-on for a few minutes.

Jun, 2014
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Expert review by : Arnold Zafra (brighthub.com)

Review of the Lumix LX5 by Panasonic

 

Released during the latter part of 2010, the Lumix LX5 continues to gather admiration and accolades from those who have had hands-on experience with this digital camera. This review will look at what this camera is capable of and what makes it an...

Mar, 2011
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