Panasonic Lumix TZ3 or Canon SD800?
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The Canon is a bit smaller, it can get a little closer in macro mode, and you can zoom (so-so focus) in movie mode. Those are the only advantages that I'm aware of for the Canon SD800/850. None of these issues were significant enough to stop me from switching. The TZ3 has a bunch of benefits above and beyond the Canon. I have owned 3 Canon SD's (110, 210, 400) and the next feature I wanted was zoom, but I didn't want to give up size. The Lumix is has a 10x zoom and is only a little bit larger. It is still small enough to carry in my pocket. (I carry it with me all the time.) The zoom is fantastic. The Optical Image Stabilization is excellent. The screen is big and has a super bright mode for bright daylight situations. The movie mode, macro mode, the wide angle, and the battery are all great. I can't say enough about this camera.
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I recommend the Panasonic DMC-TZ5 or the older model TZ4 - these are point & shoot cameras with 10X optical zoom - and you can't go wrong with a camera made in Japan, not China.
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Funny, I was just looking at the two cameras myself and ended up purchasing the SD880IS. The SD880IS is slimmer (0.9 vs. 1.1) and has a bigger LCD screen (3.0 vs. 2.5). Granted, the SD880IS gives up a little in terms of optical zoom (4.0 vs 5.0) but that's the price you pay for having a slim compact camera. I wanted something above the run of the mill 3x optical zoom cameras out there and the 4x SD880IS fits the bill, even if I had to pay $50 extra over the price of the SD890IS. And FYI, the SD880IS is a newer camera, hence the "better" DIGIC 4 Image Processor over the SD890IS's DIGIC III Image Processor.
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Well, that depends upon what sort of camera you want. If you are looking for a compact with big zoom, one that u can carry in ur trouser pocket, well TZ3 is the one. FZ18 on the other hand has a lot of manual control and offers more features. I dont own the FZ18 but i own the FZ8. Size wise they are almos the same.. and it wont get any prizes in the compactness section. And i believe its better that you go thru reviews at places like dpreview.com .Anyways happy snapping.. both will give you good 6x4 prints.
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I just sold a Canon SX210 and purchased the Panasonic ZS8. I wasn't happy with the Canon at all. The pictures came out good, but I found the controls awkward and poorly placed. Flash in upper left corner where you hold camera. It automatically pops up when you turn camera on. Can be pushed down. I like the Panasonic ZS8 much, much better.
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Hi Glenn,Wow, thanks for doing that research for me. You found out in minutes what has taken me weeks!!! Well I guess with what you found I will have to narrow it down to either the T90 or the ZS3. I was reading other blogs that said that Panasonic is going to introduce a ZS7 and that might result in a price decrease on the ZS3 which is always good. I've talk to some people who are big fans of Sony cameras but, when you look at the table for shutter lags, they really are not doing so well. I will take your advice and go give them a "test drive" at Best Buy before I finally buy one. Thanks again for your time, that was very nice of you ;)Isabel Hi Glenn,Wow, thanks for doing that research for me. You found out in minutes what has taken me weeks!!! Well I guess with what you found I will have to narrow it down to either the T90 or the ZS3. I was reading other blogs that said that Panasonic is going to introduce a ZS7 and that might result in a price decrease on the ZS3 which is always good. I've talk to some people who are big fans of Sony cameras but, when you look at the table for shutter lags, they really are not doing so well. I will take your advice and go give them a "test drive" at Best Buy before... » Read More Hi Glenn,Wow, thanks for doing that research for me. You found out in minutes what has taken me weeks!!! Well I guess with what you found I will have to narrow it down to either the T90 or the ZS3. I was reading other blogs that said that Panasonic is going to introduce a ZS7 and that might result in a price decrease on the ZS3 which is always good. I've talk to some people who are big fans of Sony cameras but, when you look at the table for shutter lags, they really are not doing so well. I will take your advice and go give them a "test drive" at Best Buy before I finally buy one. Thanks again for your time, that was very nice of you ;)Isabel « Show Less
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The FZ28 is a really nice camera -- arguably slightly better than the Canon on image quality and IS and almost certainly better on the UI, where Canon just does a terrible job in some ways. (Who came up with the rotating wheel on the SX10? It drives me crazy every time I have to use it.)The make-or-break feature for me, though, and the reason I went with the Canon, is that the Lumix lacks a hotshoe for external flash. A good off-camera flash gives you so much more versatility in what, when, and how you shoot.
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These are the two camera's I am also deciding between. I have heard such good things about the panasonic...but I have no idea how they compare!
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Stockinv, As John McQuitty recomments the ScanDisk Ultra II and Extreme III memory cards work well in this Camera. I am using the Ultra II 1GB in My TZ3 with no problems, but would recommend you try the Extreme III 1-2GB or any of the Panasonic high speed (Class 6) cards available. Amazon has good deals on the Extreem III 2GB and Panasonic 2GB (class 6) memory cards.
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Can anyone compare P80 with the new Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28K 10MP ? Thanks
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I went with the Panasonic. The price was right, I liked the zoom ratio over the Canon and the fact I could carry it in a pocket of my jacket. I took it to Disney and alsmost lost it on the monorail as it slipped out of that convenient jacket pocket. It took beautiful pictures outdoors and acceptable in dark indoors. The sound quality was fine. However, I noticed that the on-board light casts a greenish-blue hue to skintone. I point at something white, let it adjust and it's fine. So, for the money and family videos, I think it's great. The bonus of the still camera is nice as well.
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Thanks for the replies. After playing around with the TS2 for a few weeks I decided to exchange it for a Lumix DMC-ZS7. It's not rugged but it's a great camera. Thanks again.
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I'm between the same two models, and was also considering the Canon SX30IS. I recommend you read the in-depth reviews on www.imaging-resource.com. Unfortunately, despite all the great features of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Leica lens, it's image quality doesn't compare to the Nikon. Compare the noise and detail of the sample images in both of these reviews. It's too bad, I was about to get the FZ100 until I saw how poor the image detail was up close. But that website ended up giving the Nikon P500 a high recomendation, while they could not in good conscience give the FZ100 any sort of recomendation at all.
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Instead of the RX10, at $400 less with 400mm zoom verses 200mm with the RX10, and 4k video in which you can play back and get 8mp photos from, I would consider the Panasonic FZ1000 camera instead. It is coming out at the end of July and can be pre-ordered now.
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I think both are great cameras...Canon seems to perform a little better, but the difference is very slight, this, according to the reviews I read...I think the bottom line is; Canon performs a little better, the LCD screen can be moved, and it has a hot shoe for a better flash unit, but Panasonic has RAW format and HD video, and also, the zoom can be used with the video format, something most cameras don't have...I guess since both are equally good, you should buy the one you feel more comfortable with, or you like the most...you can't go wrong with either one...Good luck!!
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Without any hesitation but with some more money on the table, my pick is the Leica. Colors are way superior and more pleasing than the Canon.
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Both are great cameras but I'd give the edge to Canon right now. Read a detailed review for each at http://www.dpreview.com/