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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200
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alaScore 91

2963 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2963 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the zoom and image quality. The portability and performance also get good feedback, but many are less positive about the memory. There are some mixed views about the exposure.

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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-FZ200 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 Lumix DMC-FZ200

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 251 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the lens and image quality. The usability and portability also get good views, but views about the memory and exposure are different.

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96% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 804 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Comments about the zoom and image quality are overall positive. The portability and performance are also mentioned favorably. Many are less positive about the contrast, and there are some mixed views about the exposure.

usability, performance, portability, image quality, zoom

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

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. People really like the performance. The zoom also gets good feedback.

usability, zoom, performance

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Paul Nuttall (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200

 

With a constant f/2.8 max aperture and 24x optical zoom this is a very versatile camera.

Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture ; Excellent build quality and good handling ; Impressive image quality

Lack of eye sensor can be a pain ; EVF could be larger

Jan, 2013
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Expert review by : Jeff Meyer (techradar.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ200 review

 

A fast aperture and direct controls on a bridge camera

Fast f/2.8 aperture ; Raw capture ; Lots of direct controls ; Full articulated LCD screen ; Fast, efficient AF system

Luminance noise even at low ISOs ; Images sometimes flat ; EVF gives blue tint in mixed lighting

Bridge cameras are perhaps sometimes unfairly dismissed as not being tools for 'proper photographers'. Perhaps what this niche has needed is a newcomer to storm onto the scene with a specification list that will make all the dedicated DSLR users out...

Oct, 2012
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ200

 

Superzoom cameras have been stretching zoom capacities for years, but it looks as though Panasonic's latest Lumix FZ200 has taken a different approach: it's opted to maintain its predecessor's 24-600mm equivalent zoom, but now offers an f/2.8 aperture...

An f/2.8 aperture throughout zoom range, 24-600mm equivalent range is significant, vari-angle screen, decent battery life, raw file capture available

It’s big, at more than £500 it is pricey, no touchscreen, viewfinder refresh rate on the low side (makes it a bit juddery), no display of AF/MF on rear screen, mic input is 2.5mm not 3.5mm

The FZ200 has its f/2.8 aperture trump card to play, which will beat any other superzoom competitor out there, even the larger-sensor versions. Now that’s quite a statement, but this is quite a camera.

Sep, 2012
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Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Panasonic Lumix FZ200 review

 

Want a superzoom cam to add to your photographic arsenal? The FZ200 might just be your best bet. Read on to find out why.

Sublime picture quality ; Built well ; Movable display

Video not so good

With high framerate video and spot-on exposure abilities, the FZ200 zooms ahead of its rivals

Dec, 2012
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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.co.uk)

Panasonic's Lumix FZ200 is across-the-board excellent

 

For those searching for a long-zoom camera that falls in between a point-and-shoot and a digital-SLR experience, look no further.

The ; has an excellent f2.8 25-600mm zoom lens; fast shooting performance, even when shooting in raw or raw plus JPEG; and excellent picture and video quality for its class. It has a ton of shooting options, including full manual for stills and movies....

The FZ200 is expensive, especially if all you're after is a long zoom lens. It doesn't have built-in GPS or Wi-Fi, or a proximity sensor for switching from the LCD to EVF. The SD card slot and battery compartment can't be accessed when the camera is on...

If you're searching for a long-zoom camera that falls in between a point-and-shoot and digital SLR experience, look no further than the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200.

Dec, 2012
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Expert review by (which.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 review

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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 is a great overall performer, with 24x optical zoom and packed with extra controls. But does the larger size and weight make it harder to hold and use? Read our review to find out how it performed for picture quality, ease...

Jun, 2013
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Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 review

 

Although they may seem like slight changes, the new EVF and the increase in maximum aperture throughout the zoom range make the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 a notable improvement over the FZ150. The small sensor is always going to be a compromise in a...

Apr, 2014
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Expert review by : Paul Nuttall (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Panasonic Lumix FZ200 review

 

While a large optical zoom used to be enough to mark out a bridge camera, the proliferation of such technology now means that manufacturers are having to do more to make their model's stand out....

Contact maximum aperture of f/2.8 is a real welcome feature, excellent build quality, good handling, solid image quality

Lack of an eye sensor on the viewfinder, viewfinder itself could do with being larger, LCD screen not the highest resolution

Dec, 2012
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 Digital Camera Review

 

Daniel Bell reviews the 24x optical zoom Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 which has a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout the entire focal length.

Feature packed; Good image quality; Plenty of rubber grip; Full manual controls; Excellent battery life; Decent value for money; 12 fps full resolution recording; Electronic viewfinder

No GPS

Oct, 2012
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 Hands-On Review

 

We take a look at the new Panasonic Lumix FZ200 - the high-end ultra zoom from Panasonic with a f/2.8 lens.

Jul, 2012
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