Great color results
Strong low light noise scores
Disappointing resolution
Mediocre video performance
Introduction
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 (MSRP $$499.95) is one of the most hotly anticipated high-end point-and-shoot cameras of 2010. It’s crammed full of features that photo-savvy users will love, but the camera’s performance runs hot and cold.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Page 2
Color
Excellent color accuracy and numerous color modes, plus some minor color controls. Read More... |
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Noise
Excellent noise results in low light, but you can get better bright light performance from other models. Read More... |
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Resolution
Disappointing results in sharpness and stabilization testing. Read More... |
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Video
A wealth of manual controls, but mediocre video performance. Read More... |
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Sample Photos
A gallery of photos taken with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Read More... |
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Playback
A variety of playback display options and some limited in-camera editing options. Read More... |
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Canon PowerShot G11 Comparison
 We compare the DMC-LX5 to the G11. Read More... |
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Samsung TL500 Comparison
 We compare the DMC-LX5 to the TL500. Read More... |
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Panasonic DMC-ZS3 Comparison
 We compare the DMC-LX5 to the DMC-ZS3. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. Read More... |
Page 12
Photo Gallery
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Part 13
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. Add your comments... |
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