Panasonic DMC-FX50EB-K Digital Camera [7.2 megapixel, 3.6x optical zoom, 3.0" LCD monitor]
From Panasonic

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #7793 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Panasonic
• Model: DMC-FX50EB-K
• Released on: 2006-10-02

Editorial Reviews

Manufacturer's Description
The DMC-DMC-FX50 features an Intelligent Image Stabilizer by MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) and Intelligent ISO control. The DMC-FX50 also newly incorporates a 3-inch large LCD. Inheriting the highly valued 28mm LEICA DC lens in a compact body from its their predecessor, the camera allows users to enjoy the benefit of a wide angle lens when shooting indoor group portraits, expansive landscapes, or architectural scenes. To fight against the major cause of blurred images, Panasonic invented the MEGA O.I.S. system taking advantage of its superior lens technology to compensate for handshake, a feature which has long been incorporated into the LUMIX range of cameras. In addition, to also compensate for the other major cause of blurred images is movement of the subject, the DMC-FX50 camera is also equipped with the world's first Intelligent ISO Control.

Box Contents

• Panasonic DMC-FX50EB-K Digital Camera
  
• Battery Charger
  
• Rechargeable Battery Pack
  
• Battery Carrying Case
  
• 16MB SD Memory Card
  
• AV Cable
  
• USB Cable
  
• AC Cable
  
• Strap
  
• Software on CD-ROM
  
• User Manuals

Customer Reviews

Excellent camera
Found this camera after a long search of the others in the same price range and snapped it up as it was clearly the best. It hasn't disappointed us in any way and the long range zoom (21x with digital zoom) coupled with image stabilisation has actually far exceeded our expectations! The 3inch screen is a fantastic addition and there is a function for above the head shooting which alters the brightness of the screen and it really does make a difference. The interface is exceptionally easy to adjust to and makes sense.
It would have been nice to get a case with it and maybe a bigger SD card (we bought a 512Mb) but the camera is capable and user friendly anyway. A shop trial comparing this to the Canon Ixus showed that the Canon is no match in terms of photo clarity and is slower on shutter lag too.