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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50
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HQ Grade: B-
| 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. |
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This camera is ranked
- 37th of 63 in Extended Zoom
- 78th of 102 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
- 24th of 54 in Panasonic
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Answered Questions for the Panasonic FZ50
- Q: Sony H5 or Lumix FZ50?
- A: The megapixel loss only becomes important if you plan on printing out very large stills... read more
- Q: My DMC-FZ50 images seem to be lacking in brightness and color saturation. How do I use the camera's software/menu options to cope with that?
- A: Well, first thing a user should always do is check the camera's website for firmware... read more
- Q: I am comparing the Canon S3 and S5 with the Sony DSC-H9 and the FZ50. Which is the best buy?
- A: Why ask for opinions when you've made the decision before you asked the question... read more
- Q: Using an extreme 3 sd card, at low resolution, how long does it take to process the picture after the shutter button is released?
- A: The hype by Sandisk suggests that the SanDisk Extreme III CompactFlash and SD cards have... read more
- Q: which one to buy-Sony DSC R1 or Panasonic FZ50
- A: The difference between the R1 and FZ50 sensor is only .2 megapixels. That won't even... read more
- Q: how do I download photos to a macintosh
- A: Hi Michael,You should be able to just plug the FZ50 in to your Mac (OSX... read more
- Q: I heard that older lenses will work on new Pentax DSLR's. How old are we talking? Can you use a lens without auto-focus on a modern camera?
- A: Hi Freddie,Pentax claims that all K-mount lenses will work with the K100D. Yes, ALL. Non-AF... read more
- Q: I need a camera in the $400-$600 range that will allow me to upload professional looking pictures of my artwork into my website.
- A: Ed,You might try the Panasonic FZ50. It has image stabilization for less blurry indoor shots... read more
- Q: What is the best editing software for FZ50 video (ext. MOV)
- A: Well, that largely depends ... PC or MAC? If you're using MAC, then you already... read more
- Q: fastest shutter speeds
- A: I would say your best bet is the Panasonic Lumix FZ50 it has a maxed... read more
- Q: Looking thru the view finder is like being on acid, hyper color etc. what's up? any solution? [I did lower the brightness but still a problem, Help!
- A: Hi Tom,Yes, this is the typical electronic viewfinder. Unfortunately there is no camera that has... read more
- Q: Is there a way of connecting a portable harddrive (prob USB) to transfer pictures to, without going via a PC?
- A: There are specific devices for doing this...for instance you can do it with something like... read more
- Q: Extended Zoom Advice?
- A: I think you have narrowed down the choices well. All three cameras are well liked... read more
- Q: how well is dmc-fz50 in low light ?
- A: The DMC Fz50 has the highest ISo rating on the market for the most part... read more
- Q: I want to be able to enlarge pictures to a 20x30 size and I want video with sound, which camera would be best?
- A: The Panasonic FZ50 is a great pick. It has everything you are looking for and... read more
- Q: Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 identical in every way (except logo) to the Leica V-LUX?
- A: The Leica comes with Photoshop Express, a larger memory card 512M, and has a diferent... read more
- Q: Panasonic Luminix DMC-LX2, Panasonic Luminix DMC-FZ50 or Canon SD800?
- A: Renea,If you're looking for a compact camera, I would not recommend the Panasonic FZ50. It... read more
- Q: The FZ50EG? What's the 'EG'?
- A: Hi Moxxi,A look on Panasonic's European site (and the German one) indicates that the company... read more
- Q: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 maximum exposure & video length
- A: 60 seconds is maximum exposure time. Video is unlimited. read more
- Q: I like the H5, don't like the viewfinder on the s3 but I have FZ7k Money
- A: Hello,The Panasonic FZ7 is pretty advanced camera and has very high customer ratings. You mention... read more
Open Questions for the Panasonic FZ50
- Q: what is the best setting for a indoor stadium graduatiion on my panasonic dmcfz50
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 (vidio recording limit )
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Now, sony H9 or canon S5 or pana PZ50 which one is better
- 2 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: SHUTTER SPEED PROBLEMS
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: The LUMIXZ FZ50 camera won't focus; can I restore factory settings?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Is there a basic step-by-step guide to the FZ50 for the beginner?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Does the FZ 50 run f2.8 throughout the entire zoom?
- 10 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: how do i record on my lumix camera
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: quick shutter lag times for point and shoot
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: The auto-focus assist lamp on my FZ50 does not turn on even though the screen says its on. Is there something I might be doing wrong?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I am finding a large gray dot on my pictures
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: With Panasonic FZ50 do I need to get the macro conversion lens to do macro?
- 1 point for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: Just got Panasonic FZ50 what is good tripod or monopod for it. Currently have 20 year old heavy tripods
- 1 point for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Panasonic FZjust got camera manual states lens hood interferes with af assist light and should be removed when using flash or vignetting might occur.
- 1 point for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: should I buy panasonic dmc fz50 or Canon powershot G9?
- 3 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: viewfinder cluttered with indicators
- 5 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: I would like to know how can I add signature to my photos before adding it to any websites?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Hi, How do I add a signature to my photos? Is there any specific software/s available online ?
- 3 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Release Panasonic a new Firmware for the FZ 50 with the same funktions from the new Lumix FC 18
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: what is the best nikon d40 camera or PANASONIC LUMIX DMC FZ50 ? i can't decide
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
