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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ20

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ20

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HQ Grade: C+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"Only one drawback FZ20"
  • 4 out of 5
"Only one drawback FZ20"
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Answered Questions for the DMC-FZ20

Q: Can I use a SDHC card in this camera( DMC-FZ20)?
A: A 2GB card isn't an SDHC card. High Capacity cards start at 4GB. You won't be able to use the... read more
Q: I need a replacement lens cap to our Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ20.
A: J.You can get the lens cap on eBay here.Andrew... read more
Q: My Lumix FZ20 started to record blurred images from time to time. Now, the camera makes a motor sound when turning on and off, but no picture. Ideas?
A: Matt,I think you were just lucky. I've been answering questions here for a good long while now, and I've seen... read more

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Q: compatible cards for Panasonic DMC-FZ20
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Q: Which is the best Wide angle and telephoto lens for a Panasonic DMC-FZ20
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Q: Easy to use and hold like my Olympus 3040 with higher zoom for sports
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Editors' Comments

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ20 is a startlingly sharp extended zoom camera that might make you feel a little like an amateur private detective. This slightly awkward looking camera likes to watch from a distance, with 12x optical zoom and image stabilization that produces crisp, detailed shots. It can seem a little hard to handle at times with a less... read more

Specifications

  • 5 megapixels
  • 12x optical zoom/4x digital zoom
  • automatic and manual focus
  • manual
  • program
  • auto
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  • 4.44 out of 5

Average rating based on 422 total reviews: 4.44/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Only one drawback FZ20 (don fraser - 10/29/09)

The 4x digital zoom really sucks the quality out of an image. One can shut it off—I did. Otherwise I've been very happyread more

  • 4 out of 5
Only one drawback FZ20 (don fraser - 10/29/09)

The 4x digital zoom really sucks the quality out of an image. One can shut it off—I did. Otherwise I've been very happy with it.read more

  • 4 out of 5
stills OK video naff (phr33k - 7/28/09)

Everything about this camera is fine apart from video capture. This is so naff, it is unwatchable.
We need a program to denoise, deflicker... read more

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Professional Reviews

  • 3.5 out of 5
Solid focus, mediocre handling (CNET - 7/11/05)

CNET finds the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ20 to be a burly, blocky, brick of a camera with really exceptional capabilities. They are particularly enamored with the 12x optical zoom, calling the FZ20 the "camera to beat" for supertelephoto photography. read original review

  • 4 out of 5
Very capable (Imaging Resource - 7/11/05)

This reviewer feels that the Lumix DMC-FZ20 is the harbinger of Panasonic's arrival as a true contender in the digital camera market. The extended zoom, image stabilization, and "distinct sense of pro quality" are all lauded. read original review

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