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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2

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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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Definitely a P&S on Steroids-Not for the Non-Post-Processor Types for Sure!"
  • 5 out of 5
"Best P/S camera on the market!!!"
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 improves on the popular LX1's widely-loved feature set, and is one of the first digital cameras to provide a widescreen LCD. Widescreen, 16:9 aspect ratios are all the rage these days, and digital cameras are no different. With a 28mm wide-angle Leica lens, a 16:9 CCD for capturing those extra-large images, and 16:9 LCD... read more

Specifications

  • 10.2 megapixels
  • Movie mode with sound (in 4:3 [VGA] and 16:9 [1280x720 @ 15fps] "high definition" modes)
  • 4x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • JPEG and RAW file formats
  • ISO 100-3200
  • Auto focus, auto and manual exposure
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Answered Questions for the LX2

Q: please turn camera off and then on again:
A: Hi Charles,This seems to be a pretty common error with Panasonic (and Sony, I believe) cameras, as you can see... read more
Q: The memory card has two folders for pictures. Should I delete the second one or not wory about it?
A: I would not worry about it, if its there, its probably something for configuration, I'm guessing one might be for... read more
Q: Lumix LX2 Memory card need to reformat it but camear stuck
A: I've seen people use both the formatting method each time and also the deleting each picture method. Recent studies show... read more

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Open Questions for the LX2

Q: Guidelines/Grid
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Multiple overlaid images
5 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: Now my question is it necessary to format card at all?
5 points for best answer - 2 replies

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4.0 out of 5 1119 Store Reviews eBay $312.00 Go!
4.0 out of 5 4550 Store Reviews Best Buy $449.99 Go!
3.0 out of 5 136 Store Reviews Amazon Marketplace $398.07 Go!
3.5 out of 5 4471 Store Reviews Home Depot $449.95 Go!
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  • 4.09 out of 5

Average rating based on 153 total reviews: 4.09/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Definitely a P&S on Steroids-Not for the Non-Post-Processor Types for Sure! (Jerry Brendle - 2/6/07)

In my ongoing search for the perfect little carry-it-with-me 2nd camera, I've finally settled on this one (reluctantly) after going through Sony's N2 and Canon's... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Best P/S camera on the market!!! (Douglas Dubler - 12/4/06)

I am a seasoned professional with more than 30 years in the business. The Panasonic DMC-LX2 to my knowledge is the only compact P/S 10... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Excellent camera, but good for point and shoot... (Jack Schneider - 11/26/06)

I'll start this by saying I'm not a seasoned photographer. I enjoy learning and this camera has presented me with the opportunity to do so. read more

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