Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ45

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I think the overall performance of the fz45 is very good and with the price going down is a powerfull alternative in the bridge cameras field.
Even when the IQ is not as good as a FZ35/38, this would be related to light conditions of this test,(as Frandero said) it is noticeable the difference of light between both tests, but if the IQ of the FZ35/38 is better than FZ45, it is the result of trying to put so many pixels in a such small sensor, I think that 12MP for this kind of camera is enough, but Panasonic could not resist the marketing temptation of offering more mega-pixels.
I own a FZ50 and I am very happy with the camera, but now I’m seriously thinking in making an upgrade, but only because I like nature and I need more zoom and better video capabilities.

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Are the test photos taken using the auto setting or one of the modes?

My biggest concern after I bought a Fuji S8000 is that using the auto setting anything red came out pink which I was told was a problem with the processor, obviously I don’t want the same problem with this camera.

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I think it’s a shame that the author of the review (Cliff Smith) hasn’t had the courtesy to respond to any of the comments on here. I’m no expert, but like others, I’ve noticed blatantly discrepancies between statements made in reviews and the mark out of 10 which s then awarded! Why can’t reviewers try to be more consistent? (Ie – make their scores match their words!)

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@Jonny: I’m assuming Cliff hasn’t yet seen your comments. I’ll point them out to him when he returns from holiday.

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I had a Canon G7 stolen at the end of last year. It took brilliant stills but the movie feature was hopeless. Having read so many good things about the FZ45 I happily splashed out before Christmas. It’s true it does take excellent little films and has good sound. But I have been shocked at the quality of the stills. Anything but the most straightforward of lighting conditions throws the auto-focus out. Running through 200-odd pics from the festive period (admittedly way too many) I would say that a fifth were not pin sharp. The redraw is frustratingly slow as well so it is almost impossible to take two pictures in quick succession. I cannot tell you how disappointed I am. Any offers on a nearly new FZ45? I’m going back to Canon soon as I can.

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Got the FZ45 for £250 to take on my trips whilst walking up mountains around the world because my DSLR and lenses are proving to heavy for me now! The two things that stand out in my oppinion are the NOISE PROBLEMS issues and the claim for 14M pixels which is available in 4:3 format only, and there is no dedicated flash button (first camera I have without one)! So I would try before you buy, there must be better alternative to a DSLR than this available now (2011). This my first Panasonic camera and in Future I will buy my usual brands.

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I just bought a used one, as an upgrade for my DMC-TZ7. You’re right, the noise is a killer..:(