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Reddit mentions of Panasonic DMC-LX3 10.1MP Digital Camera with 24mm Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black)
Sentiment score: 3
Reddit mentions: 4
We found 4 Reddit mentions of Panasonic DMC-LX3 10.1MP Digital Camera with 24mm Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black). Here are the top ones.
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- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
- Classic SLR-like manual operations include selectable AF spot/multi AF area, customization button, aperture, shutter, program and full manual modes
- 2.5x wide-angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized zoom lens
- 10.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
- 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD screen; HD video capture
- 10.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
- 2.5x wide-angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized zoom lens
- 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD screen; HD video capture
- Classic SLR-like manual operations include selectable AF spot/multi AF area, customization button, aperture, shutter, program and full manual modes
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 2.36 Inches |
| Length | 4.29 Inches |
| Weight | 0.58 Pounds |
| Width | 1.06 Inches |
Look around on ebay for a panasonic lx3 or canon g9: older generation cameras with full manual control. Since you're learning, instant feedback & embedded EXIF info is super useful. Plus they produce RAW files so you can also get started on digital darkroom skills too.
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-LX3-Digital-Stabilized-Black/product-reviews/B001CCLBSA/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending
I was actually going to recommend the LX3, but then I saw your post (I was not aware of the LX5, it must be relatively new). Amazon has it for $421, that's a great price considering the LX3 is still $388
Canon:
Canon S90 or S95 - S90 does 480p video, S95 does 720.
S90/95 was upgraded to the S100 which is currently regarded as the 'best' P&S fixed-lens camera out there.
Powershot G series, not listing them all...
Panasonic:
LX3 or LX5, LX5 has a lot of various tweaks that make it better than the LX3.
Samsung:
TL500/EX1 (regional naming) Worth noting that though not a 'big brand' camera, this one has an ultra-fast f1.8 Schneider lens, legendary optics.
Nikon:
P7000 or P7100, P7100 is pricey and afaik has no game changing changes compared to the P7000.
*Ricoh
GR Digital III and predecessors.
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Personally, I'd go for a S100. If I wanted that extra partial stop faster lens, I'd go for the TL500, note that the canon has more zoom range.
**more info: Snapsort it
This camera is pretty phenomenal for a point and shoot:
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-LX3K-Digital-Stabilized-Black/dp/B001CCLBSA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1265066904&sr=8-1
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonicdmclx3/page17.asp
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/lx3.shtml
http://www.lx3-photography.com/
http://www.flickr.com/groups/843626@N22/
It is built like a tank, will fit in a pocket (so you will actually have it with you!), it has a GREAT lens, even if it is short range. I highly recommend this camera, it continues to impress and surprise the more I use it.