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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45
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alaScore 89

893 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 893 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Comments about the image quality and portability are on the whole positive. The zoom and performance are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed views about the sensor. There are some critical opinions about the memory and low light performance.

usability, performance, zoom, portability, image quality

focus, flash, low-light, memory

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the usability and glare are on the whole positive. The price and image quality are also mentioned favorably.

portability, image quality, price, glare, usability

100% 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 Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 / DMC-FZ45 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the lens and size. The usability and performance are also appreciated, but many are less positive about the portability.

image quality, performance, usability, size, lens

portability

80% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 review: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40

 

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40

Excellent feature set and shooting options for the money; nice design; great battery life.

JPEG photo quality tanks at ISO 400; menu system can get confusing.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 is a solid megazoom, but its low-light photos need extra attention.

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : Joe Osborne (pcmag.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40

 

The 14.1 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 is equipped with a 3-inch LCD display and an interchangeable 25 millimeter Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens.

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Jan, 2011
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Expert review by : Mike Flacy (steves-digicams.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 Preview

 

One of the latest cameras in Panasonic's FZ lineup, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ40 replaces the exceptional DMC-FZ35 and has a series of upgrades to consider. Resolution has been bumped up from 12 to 14-megapixels, the optical zoom range has increased...

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ45 Review

 

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ45 (also known as the DMC-FZ40) is a new super-zoom camera featuring a wide-angle 24x zoom lens and 14 megapixel CCD image sensor. Successor to the popular FZ38 model, the bridge-style Panasonic FZ45 compact also offers a...

Announced at the same time as the headline-grabbing FZ100 with its 11fps burst mode, free-angle screen and full HD video, the cheaper DMC-FZ45 / FZ40 inevitably suffers by comparison, but is still a worthy contender in the now crowded super-zoom...

Aug, 2010
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Expert review by : Videomaker (videomaker.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 Review

 

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced non-professional looking for a feature packed camera to lug around on your next vacation, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40, with options galore, may be just the ticket.

Good design with nice layout of buttons, dials, etc., Abundant shooting features, Lots of options, both manual and preset, Large 24X, optical image stabilized lens, Great depth of field, Menus easy to navigate

Image quality could be better, lack of detail in low light situations

Apr, 2011
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Expert review by : Mark Holder (videomaker.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 Review

 

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced non-professional looking for a feature packed camera to lug around on your next vacation, the Panasonic&hel…

Good design with nice layout of buttons, dials, etc ; Abundant shooting features ; Lots of options, both manual and preset ; Large 24X, optical image stabilized lens ; Great depth of field ; Menus easy to navigate

Image quality could be better ; lack of detail in low light situations

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced non-professional looking for a feature packed camera to lug around on your next vacation, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40, with options galore, may be just the ticket.

Mar, 2011
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Expert review by : Camera Labs (cameralabs.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ45 / FZ40

 

Panasonic's Lumix FZ45 / FZ40 is the much-awaited update to the highly popular Lumix FZ38 / FZ35. As you'd expect, Panasonic has inevitably boosted the pixel count giving the FZ45 / FZ40 a 14 Megapixel CCD sensor. In better news, the zoom lens has been...

24x optical zoom with decent stabilisation., 'Shooting priority' playback button., Long battery life and compact body., Bayonet mount lens hood included

Telephoto image quality., Poor continuous shooting at full resolution., Fixed screen., No still capture during video recording

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by : Imogen Stuart (goodgearguide.com.au)

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ40 digital camera

 

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ40 review: This super-zoom digital camera takes amazing photographs

Excellent image quality, easy to use, good price, great battery life

Mild pixelation and digital distortion in photographs taken in dull lighting without the flash

It is really refreshing to see a camera like this one on the market: The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ40 is a well-rounded digital camera equipped with an impressive 24x optical zoom.

Dec, 2010
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Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ45

 

Can Panasonic's new superzoom live up to its predecessor?

The Panasonic FZ45 is a superbly designed and very well made super-zoom camera that is absolutely loaded with advanced features. It has comfortable handling, excellent performance in all lighting conditions, and is a real pleasure to use. In general...

Sep, 2010
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Expert review by : Geoff Harris (techradar.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ45 review

 

Is that a monster zoom or are you just pleased to see me?

Flexible 24x zoom lens ; Bigger rear screen ; Dead-easy HD movie mode

Not full 1080p video ; Shaky at full zoom ; Cramped EVF

Panasonic's been on something of a roll this year, bringing out a roster of well-received cameras such as the TZ10, and of course, the excellent Lumix G2 hybrid.

Aug, 2010
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