FZ100 screen Hi I just buy the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 , but i touched something and now i can't see by the big viewfinder screen. I'm actually not very happy with the camera because it doesn't exceed my espectations... I don't speek a lot of english so it's hard for me find this information in google or somerwhere else. I can see the pictures that i took, so it's not broken,. It just that i cant find the option to see again by the big visor . do you know how to do it? If you can help me i will be really happy. Im in UK for a few days i Its hard to take pictures with the visor (the big screen visor) off. I will apreciatte any help. Thanks!Pilar Casasa from Costa Rica. FZ100 screen Hi I just buy the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 , but i touched something and now i can't see by the big viewfinder screen. I'm actually not very happy with the camera because it... » Read More FZ100 screen Hi I just buy the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 , but i touched something and now i can't see by the big viewfinder screen. I'm actually not very happy with the camera because it doesn't exceed my espectations... I don't speek a lot of english so it's hard for me find this information in google or somerwhere else. I can see the pictures that i took, so it's not broken,. It just that i cant find the option to see again by the big visor . do you know how to do it? If you can help me i will be really happy. Im in UK for a few days i Its hard to take pictures with the visor (the big screen visor) off. I will apreciatte any help. Thanks!Pilar Casasa from Costa Rica. « Show Less
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Hi Try pushing the EVF/LCD button on the right hand side of the viewfinder. That should fix the problem.
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I have no experience with the FZ70. I would ask Panasonic directly or call a camera store.
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I have the Lumix FZ100-BK. So, which connector? From the receiver to the camera? that plug is behind a small (teenie) tab on the upper left side (when using the camera) in front of the anchor for where the strap connects to the body- close the the "HD" sticker when looking from the front. Inside is a round hole (not an oblong port) that looks like it's for for audio earplugs.. With good, not new, batteries, the remote trigger works from 150ft -unobstructed... Just practice with it's timing/delay which can be shortened via regular camera settings -Sport.. Continuous focus. T I have the Lumix FZ100-BK. So, which connector? From the receiver to the camera? that plug is behind a small (teenie) tab on the upper left side (when using the camera) in front of the anchor for where the strap connects to the body- close the the "HD" sticker when looking from the front. Inside is a round hole (not an oblong port) that looks like it's for for audio earplugs.. With good, not new, batteries, the remote trigger works from 150ft -unobstructed... Just practice with it's timing/delay which can be shortened via regular camera settings -Sport.. Continuous focus. T
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WOW, seems like you did everything but actually use the cameras...The Panny FZ-50 can't touch the s100fs in image quality, noise, AF speed in low light, shutter lag, etc...I've owned the FZ-30/50 and there is no comparison...The s100fs is a far superior camera if you're actually worried about pictures..Now if your main concern is which is lighter or how much of your old stuff will function with it, then that's another matter...
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This is a difficult question to answer. If you use the LED screen to frame your pictures, you will be able to take far fewer pictures than if you use the view finder. And if you don't use the viewfinder 90%+ of the time, there is no reason to spend the extra money to purchase this camera. And instead you should buy something along the lines of the Z20
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There is a comparison on dpreview.com in the Panasonic forum, at ISO 1600. The FZ40 I think has truer color (richer wood color, for example) and is at least as good in other ways (I think slightly less color blotchiness) - overall, I think the FZ40 won mostly due to better color.
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Thank you very much, ALT, I really appreciate your feedback. Yesterday I ordered the Fuji S1000fd instead. For $231 the 10MP and 12X optical zoom was just unbeatable. Now I've got to find out if I can use filters on it, too. Thank you!
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Better yet, if you swing it, get a used S95 or an S100. Any issue with the S100 return it and get a new one. A slightly larger camera (and better camera) is the Panasonic LX5. Great lens, larger sensor, better video (even if it's not 1080).
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Late to respond, but my previous camera was a Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ18, a point and shoot camera which I thought took outstanding pictures...until I bought the DMC-FZ150. Holy cow! What a jump in performance that even an unsavvy enthusiast like myself can actually use. I am, however, shocked by the price increase. I had to buy it online because it wasn't available locally but with the reviews and my past experience with Panasonic, I took a deep breath and did it, purchasing it through Amazon for $439 in early April 2012. I consider it top echelon of the "amateur" use cameras.
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Here is one more review on the Panasonic from cnet:http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/panasonic-lumix-dmc-zs10/4505-6501_7-34505713.html?tag=mncol;lstcameralabs.com has posted some test photos as well.. not their full review yet though.
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Thanks very much for the info., Les. I actually returned my camera when even Panasonic tech support couldn't fix the problem, but I later learned it was not a defective camera. I'll be buying it again in the near future as I think it's a great camera, and I'll be saving your message in an attempt to figure it all out. Also, too bad there's no flash button on the camera and that you have to go to the menu to fiddle with it. That's weird! (and too bad it doesn't pop up automatically, like my Sony) THANKS AGAIN! Jeffroar
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Sorry yes I meant FZ35 Panasonic, right, thanks for your advise I will follow your recomendations, I am getting the camara this week but I am a newie and I will take any advise to do things right. I am reading a book about digital photographic because I want to do the best I can with it. I read in others forum that people use also son type of camara filters to change colors when taking pictures. Did you any idea, let me know everything I will need for your experience to take the maximun from my camara. Thanks. Ed
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I use mine outside in a variety of settings and conditions and viewing the images on the screen hasn't been a problem. The problem has been making the most of the on-screen icons and features (I'm looking at you depth gauge). My work around has been to become familiar in advance with what will be in place with the expected function. That makes things easier. I wouldn't suggest modifying the camera, but a good set of sunglasses and -in my case anyway- a swim mask with bifocal lenses could be worthwhile.
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I agree with j-rob. Does anyone know how the newer model (HDR-XR500V) performs in low-light situations? They claim the Exmor-R sensor helps with these situations. It's too bad there's no easy or cost-effective way to upgrade. I'm not in the position to spend another $1k+ for a new camcorder that handles low-light.
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Patrick: I have the V-lux3 and recommend it highly for travelers like myself who want superb pictures without the encumbrance of a heavy camera and extra lenses. This is the first I have heard of V-Lux 4. I have had the Lumix version twice, and am a big fan of this Panasonic/Leica partnership.
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I was all set to buy the SX200 and have been a die-hard Canon fan for many years, but I am not ready to dismiss the ZS3. Yes the camaralabs.com review (http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC_TZ7_ZS3/index.shtml) talks about the focus issue on the ZS3 but overall the review is very favorable and it is unclear whether it is an issue in all situations or just the challenging scene in the sample video. Furthermore the Canon SX200 not only does not zoom during video, but auto focus is disabled altogether in this mode. I think I would rather have my focus hunt a little than go completely out of focus as the subject moves. I was all set to buy the SX200 and have been a die-hard Canon fan for many years, but I am not ready to dismiss the ZS3. Yes the camaralabs.com review (http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC_TZ7_ZS3/index.shtml) talks about the focus issue on the ZS3 but overall the review is very favorable and it is unclear whether it is an issue in all situations or just the challenging scene in the sample video. Furthermore the Canon SX200 not only does not zoom during video, but auto focus is disabled altogether in this mode. I think I would rather have my focus hunt a little than go... » Read More I was all set to buy the SX200 and have been a die-hard Canon fan for many years, but I am not ready to dismiss the ZS3. Yes the camaralabs.com review (http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC_TZ7_ZS3/index.shtml) talks about the focus issue on the ZS3 but overall the review is very favorable and it is unclear whether it is an issue in all situations or just the challenging scene in the sample video. Furthermore the Canon SX200 not only does not zoom during video, but auto focus is disabled altogether in this mode. I think I would rather have my focus hunt a little than go completely out of focus as the subject moves. « Show Less
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Everyone has their own version of "low light." Note that even so-called low-light cameras have built-in flash units.In the category of pocketable, long zoom cameras, it compares favorably with the Canon SX230 and is a notch better than either the Panasonic ZS-10 or the new ZS-20. The DMC-ZS15 has the same sensor as the FZ-150. As for how it has done, take a look: http://randywakeman.com/A2012LookatCompactDigitalCameras.htm .You can get better ISO 1600 results with the Fuji FinePix F660, but you won't like the Fuji's video attempt. The BSI-illuminated dinky sensors are better, yet in no way comparable to larger, bulkier, full-sized DSLR's with APS-C sensors. Everyone has their own version of "low light." Note that even so-called low-light cameras have built-in flash units.In the category of pocketable, long zoom cameras, it compares favorably with the Canon SX230 and is a notch better than either the Panasonic ZS-10 or the new ZS-20. The DMC-ZS15 has the same sensor as the FZ-150. As for how it has done, take a look: http://randywakeman.com/A2012LookatCompactDigitalCameras.htm .You can get better ISO 1600 results with the Fuji FinePix F660, but you won't like the Fuji's video attempt. The BSI-illuminated... » Read More Everyone has their own version of "low light." Note that even so-called low-light cameras have built-in flash units.In the category of pocketable, long zoom cameras, it compares favorably with the Canon SX230 and is a notch better than either the Panasonic ZS-10 or the new ZS-20. The DMC-ZS15 has the same sensor as the FZ-150. As for how it has done, take a look: http://randywakeman.com/A2012LookatCompactDigitalCameras.htm .You can get better ISO 1600 results with the Fuji FinePix F660, but you won't like the Fuji's video attempt. The BSI-illuminated dinky sensors are better, yet in no way comparable to larger, bulkier, full-sized DSLR's with APS-C sensors. « Show Less