Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 840 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. 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. Reviewers are impressed by the size and image quality. The usability and portability also get good reviews. Many are critical about the memory and battery. There are some mixed comments about the price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 113 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the durability and portability. The image quality and usability also get good feedback, but there are some mixed comments about the price. There are some critical opinions about the contrast and reliability.

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88% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 230 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the image quality and price. The usability and portability are also appreciated, but there are some mixed reviews about the battery.

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93% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Audley Jarvis (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Lumix GX1

Is the Lumix GX1 Panny's best CSC yet?

Small yet richly featured ; Excellent image quality ; Good low-light performance ; Built-in flash and hotshoe connector

Lumix 'X' powered zoom can be a bit fiddly

Jan, 2012

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Does the range-topping Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 have the ‘X' factor?

Solid yet lightweight ; Fast response times ; Touch screen and hard controls

No Electronic Viewfinder ; Back screen not adjustable ; No image stabilisation in body

Mar, 2012

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Expert review by : Josie Reavely (techradar.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 review

Sophisticated compact system camera with advanced features

Great build quality ; Good range of customisable features ; Effective Creative Controls ; Fast AF system ; Decent image quality and overall low light performance

Touchscreen could be more responsive ; Several of the controls may prove fiddly for some ; No built-in viewfinder ; LCD is fixed rather than articulated

This year has seen a glut of mirrorless compact system cameras (CSCs) being released from the majority of the top manufacturers. With a range of CSCs in all manner of shapes and sizes on offer, the market is incredibly competitive.

Dec, 2011

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Expert review by : William Perceval (pocket-lint.com)

Panasonic Lumix GX1

Panasonic's Lumix GX1 takes a step backwards in order to move forwards: the camera may look much like the three-generation-old Lumix GF1, but manages to squeeze both the advanced controls and feature set of the Lumix G3 into its premium-build body....

Excellent build quality, straightforward layout, speedy autofocus

Expensive, image quality won’t quite beat a DSLR, power zoom too slow

What’s not to like about the GX1? It looks wonderful, its build is superb and the layout and controls are fault-free. Autofocus is very impressive, the variety of focus options are capable and the image quality, while not the very best a compact system...

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

First Look: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

The new Panasonic Lumix GX1 bridges the gap between the compact Lumix GF3 and the mini DSLR-alike G3 and GH3 models. As such, it sits on the more compact side of the Lumix G series range, but still offers a whole host of controls and features to...

Lots of controls, hotshoe and accessory port, level gauge, video performance

Accurate focusing was a problem in our preliminary play, but otherwise, too soon to say

Nov, 2011

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Expert review by : Elias Plastiras (techadvisor.co.uk)

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX1 review

To frame photos, you need to use the 3in LCD screen, which can be hard to view outdoors on bright days — then again, this is a problem for most cameras on the market. It's also a touchscreen that allows you to very easily select focus points on the...

The LUMIX GX1 incorporates manual features, a touchscreen and a high level of performance in a camera body that is compact and comfortable to hold. It produced excellent results in our tests, in the ISO testing in particular, and it's a good all-round...

Apr, 2012

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Expert review by : Stuff.tv (stuff.tv)

Panasonic Lumix GX1 review

A compact, lightweight all-rounder, this Micro Four Thirds Lumix has tank-like sturdiness and hefty dollops of user-friendliness, whether you're a shutter nutter or wet behind the ears. There are tons of controls – both physical and via touchscreen –...

Feb, 2012

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Superb controls, lightning fast performance, slim profile and excellent (but not class-leading) image and video quality – a sublime package that's worth the high price

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 review

With its aluminium chassis and rangefinder style, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 is likely to appeal to enthusiast photographers. In use, the camera does not disappoint, either. Its touchscreen enhances its handling and I have not come across a more rapid...

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : Paul Monckton (reghardware.co.uk)

Panasonic DMC-GX1 compact system camera

Review Panasonic's DMC-GX1 camera is the Lumix model many Micro Four Thirds enthusiasts have been waiting for since the release of popular DMC-GF1 back in 2009. This 16Mp shooter will appeal to seasoned users with easily accessible controls for...

If you loved the GF1, the GX1 could be exactly the camera you’ve been waiting for. Its superb build quality and ergonomics are matched with speedy performance and excellent image quality. It’s a little unnecessarily complicated to use and could do with...

May, 2012

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