Digital Camera Review

Digital Camera Review

Apr 14, 2006 - By Patrick Singleton
Panasonic expanded its line of inexpensive compacts with long zooms this winter at the Consumer Electronics Show with the Lumix DMC-LZ3 and Lumix DMC-LZ5. We gave the two cameras a close look at CES, and we’re glad to give you an even closer look at the 6 megapixel, 6x zoom LZ5. With a list price of $279.95, the LZ5 offers Panasonic's class-leading optical image stabilization in a small (less than 4 inches wide, 186 grams), simple package at an affordable price.
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Likes
– Optical Image Stabilization works well
– Multiple color modes enable users to select either accurate or heavily saturated colors
– Simple, clean design
– Easy to use in automatic modes
– Low price for resolution and zoom range    
Dislikes
- Poor LCD display
- Noisy images at most settings
- Zoom toggle seems flimsy
- Lack of manual control options
- Instruction manual is poorly organized    
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