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Panasonic Lumix FZ18
I was about to grab a new FZ18 today. Unfortunately, they run out a
new one in the box and have to wait for a few days (they do not want to sell the display one for a discount ) So, I still have some time to "chicken out", if I want to. I like the 18x zoom feature, and previously thinking about getting the Olympus SP-550, which is now on sale because the new model will come out soon (SP560). I think FZ18 is good for me, as I do not want to have the hassle to get interchangeable lenses (although eventually, I will perhaps be moving to a DSLR --- seriously thinking about the new LC10 or D80). But it will not happen for another year!. I am not extremely happy with the G7, and wonder if this camera has a better fit for me (colour richness and clarity/sharpness of photo). Mind you, that had been handling an RB67 and M645, I still miss those sharp pictures. Unfortunately, can't afford for a new digital medium camera now. Going back to FZ18, does anyone tried and how did they find about this new camera? Any problems with the camera, as it is a relatively new one (came out in about a month ago?) It is smaller than the FZ 50, but bigger than FZ8. Unfortunately, they still using the small P&S size sensor. I have only one question for those who owns one already. The Lumix website in Australia indicates that it has the Automatic Exposure Bracket (AEB) feature. However, as I was trying and testing the camera, I don't seem to be able to find out about this feature. Could anyone confirm whether such a feature is available in FZ18. Another website which discusses about HDR and AEB shows a list of cameras with AEB features, and FZ18 is one of them (as well as FZ50). Last question is about a comparison with its larger sibling FZ50. FZ50 has larger MP, swivel screen and has a hotshoe. It has an awesome lens too. However, is quality much better than the FZ18? Thanks for info. |
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On Wed, 12 Sep 2007 20:29:12 -0700, aniramca wrote:
I was about to grab a new FZ18 today. Unfortunately, they run out a new one in the box and have to wait for a few days (they do not want to sell the display one for a discount ) So, I still have some time to "chicken out", if I want to. I like the 18x zoom feature, and previously thinking about getting the Olympus SP-550, which is now on sale because the new model will come out soon (SP560). I think FZ18 is good for me, as I do not want to have the hassle to get interchangeable lenses (although eventually, I will perhaps be moving to a DSLR --- seriously thinking about the new LC10 or D80). But it will not happen for another year!. I am not extremely happy with the G7, and wonder if this camera has a better fit for me (colour richness and clarity/sharpness of photo). Mind you, that had been handling an RB67 and M645, I still miss those sharp pictures. Unfortunately, can't afford for a new digital medium camera now. Going back to FZ18, does anyone tried and how did they find about this new camera? Any problems with the camera, as it is a relatively new one (came out in about a month ago?) It is smaller than the FZ 50, but bigger than FZ8. Unfortunately, they still using the small P&S size sensor. I have only one question for those who owns one already. The Lumix website in Australia indicates that it has the Automatic Exposure Bracket (AEB) feature. However, as I was trying and testing the camera, I don't seem to be able to find out about this feature. Could anyone confirm whether such a feature is available in FZ18. Another website which discusses about HDR and AEB shows a list of cameras with AEB features, and FZ18 is one of them (as well as FZ50). Last question is about a comparison with its larger sibling FZ50. FZ50 has larger MP, swivel screen and has a hotshoe. It has an awesome lens too. However, is quality much better than the FZ18? Thanks for info. Have you tried the corporate web site for a manual? FWIW - a prime consideration for me on an EVF camera is the resolution of the EVF - I can't stand the 110k pixel versions. What's the resolution here, or does it matter to you. I chose a Kodak P850 on the strength of the 220k pixel EVF and the feature set. |
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Finally I´ve decided for the FZ18. I hope I will receive it in a couple of days and let you know about its performance. Regards, "ray" escribió en el mensaje news On Wed, 12 Sep 2007 20:29:12 -0700, aniramca wrote: I was about to grab a new FZ18 today. Unfortunately, they run out a new one in the box and have to wait for a few days (they do not want to sell the display one for a discount ) So, I still have some time to "chicken out", if I want to. I like the 18x zoom feature, and previously thinking about getting the Olympus SP-550, which is now on sale because the new model will come out soon (SP560). I think FZ18 is good for me, as I do not want to have the hassle to get interchangeable lenses (although eventually, I will perhaps be moving to a DSLR --- seriously thinking about the new LC10 or D80). But it will not happen for another year!. I am not extremely happy with the G7, and wonder if this camera has a better fit for me (colour richness and clarity/sharpness of photo). Mind you, that had been handling an RB67 and M645, I still miss those sharp pictures. Unfortunately, can't afford for a new digital medium camera now. Going back to FZ18, does anyone tried and how did they find about this new camera? Any problems with the camera, as it is a relatively new one (came out in about a month ago?) It is smaller than the FZ 50, but bigger than FZ8. Unfortunately, they still using the small P&S size sensor. I have only one question for those who owns one already. The Lumix website in Australia indicates that it has the Automatic Exposure Bracket (AEB) feature. However, as I was trying and testing the camera, I don't seem to be able to find out about this feature. Could anyone confirm whether such a feature is available in FZ18. Another website which discusses about HDR and AEB shows a list of cameras with AEB features, and FZ18 is one of them (as well as FZ50). Last question is about a comparison with its larger sibling FZ50. FZ50 has larger MP, swivel screen and has a hotshoe. It has an awesome lens too. However, is quality much better than the FZ18? Thanks for info. Have you tried the corporate web site for a manual? FWIW - a prime consideration for me on an EVF camera is the resolution of the EVF - I can't stand the 110k pixel versions. What's the resolution here, or does it matter to you. I chose a Kodak P850 on the strength of the 220k pixel EVF and the feature set. |
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Panasonic Lumix FZ18
There's been a lot of discussion about these points in the Panasonic forum... http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/forum.asp?forum=1033 FWIW I have both the FZ5 and the FZ50 - both have bracketing, just press up on the control and set it to+/- 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV. I am certain the FZ18 would be the same. Mike [The reply-to address is valid for 30 days from this posting] -- Michael J Davis Some newsgroup contributors appear to have confused the meaning of "discussion" with "digression". - Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Even my Lumix TZ3 has the auto bracketing feature so it's not only on the more SLR-like cameras. On the TZ3 you press up arrow and you can select the feature from the screen there as Michael says, you can chose how wide you want to set the bracketing difference. A very useful feature if in difficult light settings. |
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Panasonic Lumix FZ18
On Sep 13, 6:54 am, loony wrote:
There's been a lot of discussion about these points in the Panasonic forum... http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/forum.asp?forum=1033 FWIW I have both the FZ5 and the FZ50 - both have bracketing, just press up on the control and set it to+/- 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV. I am certain the FZ18 would be the same. Mike [The reply-to address is valid for 30 days from this posting] -- Michael J Davis Some newsgroup contributors appear to have confused the meaning of "discussion" with "digression". - Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Even my Lumix TZ3 has the auto bracketing feature so it's not only on the more SLR-like cameras. On the TZ3 you press up arrow and you can select the feature from the screen there as Michael says, you can chose how wide you want to set the bracketing difference. A very useful feature if in difficult light settings. Perhaps this may be the common problem for FZ8, FZ18 and FZ50. Is there any concern to turn on the camera when the lens cap is on? On the FZ 18, there is a beep sound and a message to open the lens cap and press one of the button to start. However, I notice that when you turn the camera on, the tip of the lens should come out beyond the edge of the lens. Therefore, there is some kind of force that was stopped by the lens cap. Is this a concern or causing some stress to the motor of the lens? It is just a force of habit that I seem to keep to forget to keep the lens cover out first before turning on the camera. Is this said anywhere in the manual? Thanks for info. |
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On Sep 18, 1:55 am, "Fco" wrote:
I have the same concern. I will recomend to avod switching off befor removing the cap. "Michael J Davis" escribió en el . invalid... observed Perhaps this may be the common problem for FZ8, FZ18 and FZ50. Is there any concern to turn on the camera when the lens cap is on? Doesn't apply to FZ50 as the lens doesn't extend. On the FZ 18, there is a beep sound and a message to open the lens cap and press one of the button to start. However, I notice that when you turn the camera on, the tip of the lens should come out beyond the edge of the lens. Therefore, there is some kind of force that was stopped by the lens cap. Is this a concern or causing some stress to the motor of the lens? Yes, I should imagine that long term damage could result if it is done *every* time. It would be better to avoid it if possible. But clearly the mere fact there is a message indicates that the camera designers were aware of the 'danger' and have prepared for it. It is just a force of habit that I seem to keep to forget to keep the lens cover out first before turning on the camera. Is this said anywhere in the manual? Not in my FZ5, but neither does it tell me in the manual that there is a message saying that the dial is in the wrong position, but it still tells me! Thanks for info. You are welcome! Mike [The reply-to address is valid for 30 days from this posting] -- Michael J Davis Some newsgroup contributors appear to have confused the meaning of "discussion" with "digression". Went to the bush and took over 1000 shots. It performed well. I still need to get used to take off the lens cover before turning on the camera. The camera is light, and it does look rather "cheap" in comparison to a steel body (like the G7). I wonder whether its bigger "sibling" - the FZ50, has the stronger built body. However, it is just the look and perhaps I am so used to heavier and steel feels to appreciate the ruggedness of a camera. The bottom line, it worked well despite of the rain, fog mist, and lots of shaking. Here's are some of the photos http://picasaweb.google.com/aniramca...rn_Manitoba_CA Regards |
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Panasonic Lumix FZ18
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Went to the bush and took over 1000 shots. It performed well. I still need to get used to take off the lens cover before turning on the camera. The camera is light, and it does look rather "cheap" in comparison to a steel body (like the G7). I wonder whether its bigger "sibling" - the FZ50, has the stronger built body. However, it is just the look and perhaps I am so used to heavier and steel feels to appreciate the ruggedness of a camera. The bottom line, it worked well despite of the rain, fog mist, and lots of shaking. Here's are some of the photos http://picasaweb.google.com/aniramca...rn_Manitoba_CA They look pretty good to me. Congratulations! Mike [The reply-to address is valid for 30 days from this posting] -- Michael J Davis Some newsgroup contributors appear to have confused the meaning of "discussion" with "digression". |
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