Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 Digital Camera Review

Connectivity
Software (5.5)
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 comes with the following software for editing on a personal computer: ArcSoft PhotoImpression, ArcSoft Panorama Maker, ArcSoft PhotoBase, ArcSoft PhotoPrinter, and SD Viewer for DSC, which can be used on either Windows or Macintosh platforms.

Jacks, ports, plugs (6.0)
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 comes equipped with a digital / USB / A/V out port, and a DC in/EXT port directly beneath it on the left side of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5. The camera also comes with a battery charger, which is equipped with an AC in terminal and a DC out terminal. On the base of the camera, the user will find the tripod socket in the center of the camera body.

Direct Print Options (6.0)
It is possible to print without the intervention of a computer using the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5. To directly print, the user must use the digital/USB port on the left side of the camera body. It is essential to make sure the printer is compatible with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5. Not all printers are compatible, so make sure to ask the manufacturer about specific model numbers.

Memory (5.0)
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 uses a Secure Digital or Multi Media Card. The camera comes with a 16MB SD card.

Other features (7.5)
Histogram Viewing- The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 is capable of registering real-time histograms to establish brightness values on a scale for proper exposure settings. It is not possible to use this feature in playback or motion image mode.

Mega Optical Image Stabilizer -This option compensates for user's shaky hands to create an image that isn't blurred. This feature is especially useful in low light, where shutter speeds slow down and the likelihood of fuzzy images increases. This feature is also extremely valuable as the zoom increases. When shooting with longer focal lengths, motion and slight alterations are more likely to become visible in the recorded image.

Self-timer -The self-timer for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 is engaged by pressing the left portion of the four-way keypad once for 10 seconds of lapse prior to shutter, or if pressed twice, two seconds of lapse prior to shutter. The self-timer light on the lens ring of the camera will light up when the self-timer has been engaged, and prior to the shutter release.