Photoradar.com Updated:
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Panasonic's latest super-zoom revitalises the category with a mighty 18x optical zoom, spanning a range from useful wide-angle (28mm) to frankly disturbing telephoto (504mm) focal lengths.As usual, the lens bears the Leica marque and, as usual, it empl...
Panasonic's latest super-zoom revitalises the category with a mighty 18x optical zoom, spanning a range from useful wide-angle (28mm) to frankly disturbing telephoto (504mm) focal lengths.As usual, the lens bears the Leica marque and, as usual, it empl...
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Panasonic’s 8-megapixel, 18x optical zoom FZ18, along with Nikon’s P80, comes closest to challenging the mighty Olympus SP-570UZ, with its own broad focal range. This stretches from a wide-angle 28mm, ideal for panoramic landscapes and group shots, al...
That whopping 18x zoom betters most rivals, Raw or JPEG capture, Intelligent Auto Mode affords some of the best point-and-shoot results we’ve seen...
Auto white balance occasionally needs correcting, some controls fiddly to use, zoom functionality disabled when shooting video...
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An inexpensive high-end compact camera/DSLR crossover, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18x optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price. An amateur photographer who hasnt used many advanced...
All in all, the Lumix DMC FZ-18K does come through for the price, especially if high optical zoom, a great lens, and a beginners course on manual settings is what youre looking for. Andrew Mager...
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The Panasonic DMC-FZ18 is a remarkable little camera, it packs in a host of advanced features and an astonishing 18x zoom...
Compact size, amazing optical zoom, good image quality, usable EVF and handling.
Image noise at higher ISOs, build lets it down.
The Panasonic DMC-FZ18 is a remarkable little camera, it packs in a host of advanced features and an astonishing 18x zoom...
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Announced on the 24th of July 2007, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is one of the latest Panasonic digital cameras and features an 8 megapixel sensor, a 2.5" screen, and a huge 18x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation. The Leica branded 18x...
Huge zoom range 28mm - 504mm! High quality wide angle Leica 18x optical zoom lens Good image quality - excellent colour Good video mode - 16:9, VGA, 30fps, Sound Stylish, well designed, and easy to use MEGA Optical Image Stabilisation helps get more bl...
High ISO images are blurred and lack detail. (due to noise being removed) Some noise noticable even in ISO100 photos.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is an impressive ultra zoom digital camera - and probably the best of the latest ultra zoom cameras thanks to the Leica wide angle 18x optical zoom lens - I didnt notice any vignetting or distortion and image quality is ve...
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expertreviews.co.uk Updated:
2011-09-23 10:11:00
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is the update to the popular FZ8 super-zoom, featuring a wider and 18x optical Leica-branded zoom with image stabiliser and an 8.1-megapixel resolution sensor.
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The obvious attraction of the Panasonic DMC FZ18 is its 18x optical zoom lens. This is one of the first digital cameras to increase the lens length on a consumer digital camera beyond 12x. The lens is supported by image stabilisation to help cut down...
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It’s hard not to be impressed by such a zoom: 18x with a true wide angle and focal range of 28 to 504 mm. On a "simple" bridge for less than 500 Euros, this is a dream for reflex owners and was unthinkable several years ago. In addition, the 18x zoom...
Zoom 18x with optical stabilization, 1 cm macro mode, Quality of images in low sensitivity (100 ISO), Overall a reactive camera, RAW and RAW JPEG modes...
No zoom when recording video, No rotating LCD screen, Mediocre video quality, Imprecise viewfinder, Slow to startup and recording...
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An unfalteringly good design with huge zoom. The FZ18 is one of a few compacts with 18x zoom range. With focal lengths from 28 to 504mm, you can shoot a close-up of a face from 15 metres away, or a group of a dozen people from a couple of paces bac...
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Digital SLRs may be making all the headlines but rumours of the death of the compact camera have been greatly exaggerated. Panasonics latest super-zoom revitalises the category with a mighty 18x optical zoom, spanning a range from useful wide-angle (2...
Excellent telephoto lens, Good all-round image quality...
Not the fastest...
Digital SLRs may be making all the headlines but rumours of the death of the compact camera have been greatly exaggerated. Panasonics latest super-zoom revitalises the category with a mighty 18x optical zoom, spanning a range from useful wide-angle (2...
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Panasonic Lumix This is an 8 megapixel, all-in-one camera with a Leica zoom lens that has a range of 28-504mm. The lens is image-stabilised and fast, f2.8-4.5. It works as a point-and-shoot with face-detection and there is a full range of user co...
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dpexpert.com.au Updated:
2011-11-08 17:00:31
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This is an 8 megapixel all-in-one camera with a Leica-branded zoom lens with a range of 28–504mm. The lens is image stabilised and is fast, f2.8–4.5. It works as a point and shoot, with face detection, but there is also a full range of user co...
The lens is superb. It has true wide angle and a phenomenal telephoto reach of 504mm (film equivalent). The image stabilisation is effective and hand held photos at full extension are possible. Sharpness and contrast are exemplary and focus, even at fu...
The Achilles’ heel of Panasonic cameras has been image noise and it still is. However, by reducing sharpness and contrast by one notch and dialling in one step of noise reduction we got clean images at ISO200. The company’s claim of usable ISO...
This is a good camera and shutter lag is almost a thing of the past. If the standard pre-focus procedure of half-depressing the shutter button is adhered to shutter lag is negligible. It is not as responsive as a DSLR, but fast enough to track moving s...
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Continuing their tradition of producing high-end ultra-zoom cameras with full manual feature sets, Panasonic has brought to market their latest product, the Lumix DMC-FZ18. Sporting a massive 18x optical zoom and full manual shooting modes along with a...
Huge zoom, sharp pictures, good noise performance, intelligent auto mode is great for beginners...
Over-sharpening issues, barrel distortion The Final Word Panasonics FZ18 is a solid ultra-zoom camera. While the price tag is high, many users would be better served spending that money on an SLR, whereas those after a huge zoom lens and a mass of fea...
Panasonics FZ18 is a solid ultra-zoom camera. While the price tag is high, many users would be better served spending that money on an SLR, whereas those after a huge zoom lens and a mass of features along with several beginner-friendly shooting modes...
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Successor to the successful FZ8 model, Panasonics latest long-zoom digicam, the DMC-FZ18 sports an 8-megapixel imager and a massive 18x Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens that covers an equivalent focal length range from 28mm to 504mm. Otherwise the two mode...
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Wow – a photographic bazooka, thats what the FZ18 is. If your consideration when choosing a camera is how far and wide you can take its lens, your train has reached its final destination.The astounding range of the FZ18s incredible Leica lens is 18x...
Huge zoom range. Superb range of controls. Great image quality...
Poor at high ISO. Only 8.1MP...
Huge zoom range and great performance make this a winner...
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Neocamera.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:10:59
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 performs quite well for having such an extreme optical zoom. While it is normal that ultra-zooms compromise one image quality, this one compromise very little to pack an 18X zoom along an 8 megapixels sensor. The major d...
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Panasonic has taken the wraps off the the latest model in their FZ superzoom series, the FZ18 which packs an astonishing eighteen times optical zoom. Sporting a relatively modest 8 megapixel sensor, the SLR-style camera offers an Intelligent Auto Mode...
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An inexpensive high-end compact camera/DSLR crossover, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18x optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price.An amateur photographer who hasn't used many advanced po...
All in all, the Lumix DMC FZ-18K does come through for the price, especially if high optical zoom, a great lens, and a beginners' course on manual settings is what you're looking for...
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Ive always personally considered superzooms a better option for amateur hobby photographers than D-SLRs, primarily because you get so much more right out of the box. If you still feel limited, there are quite a number of add-ons you can use. Now with...
Very good image stabilization, Great overall image quality, Intelligent Auto mode...
Noise reduction engine affects image sharpness...
Ive always personally considered superzooms a better option for amateur hobby photographers than D-SLRs, primarily because you get so much more right out of the box. If you still feel limited, there are quite a number of add-ons you can use. Now with...
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Our current Editors Choice superzoom, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18, packs a massive array of features—and an 18X zoom lens—into a relatively compact body. This 8.3-megapixel shooter delivers above-average image quality, and at only $399.95, it...
Excellent value. Images with accurate color and correct exposure. Versatile 18X optical zoom. 28mm wide-angle lens. Intuitive menu system.
Noise in low-light and flash shots.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 offers a wide-angle, 18X lens and delivers above-average image quality...
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electronicsme.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:11:00
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is full of surprises for a big digital still camera. In 35mm equivalency, an 18x optical zoom lens is an incredible 28 to 504mm. If you remember the difference between a 35mm and 28mm wide angle in the old 35mm film days, it wa...
For a camera which is going to give you big time optical zoom, high quality 8.1 mega pixels and the ability to use Raw format; pick the Panasonic Lumix FZ18. You won't be disappointed.Pros18x optical zoom lens Light weight SLR type digital camera Panas...
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Panasonics latest digicam boasts a whopping 18X zoom and backs it up with sharp and steady shots.
Shoots in RAW mode...
Noisy photos at ISO 800 and higher, Zoom doesnt work while capturing video, No MEGA OIS button...
If youre looking for a digital camera but cant decide whether you want one that shoots wide or long, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 will do both for you exceedingly well. Though its 18X focal range is the same as the Olympus SP-550 UZs, this camera is...
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Even though it’s on the high-priced side for a point-and-shoot, this ultra zoom digicam is one of 2007’s most popular cameras (at least if you go by many of the imaging sites). There are some obvious reasons for this: the 8-megapixel came...
Very good photos in a variety of settings, Amazing focal range including wide angle, Manual options galore...
Still too much noise at ISO 400 and above, Poorly designed lens hood; chuck it...
In this case all the Internet buzz was right on target. This is probably the best super zoom camera (12x and above) I’ve tested to date. It’s responsive, saves files relatively quickly, has a boatload of manual adjustments and its Intelli...
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The success of the Megazoom cameras lead to a farther advancing of the concept and to equip a small housing with no less than 18x optical zoom. The resolution of 8 Megapixels suffices easily for printing small to large prints. Although the immense popu...
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The defining feature of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 digital camera is its massive 18x zoom lens, equivalent to a very versatile 28-504mm focal length, which should cover virtually every imaginable photographic situation. The FZ18 is a bridge-sty...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is a bit of a jack of all trades – you can get crisp close ups with the minimum of fuss whether shooting from safe distance away, and also get cracking macro shots with the cameras lens practically resting on your subjec...
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Panasonics DMC-FZ18 packs about as much functionality and as many features as youll find in a point-and-shoot. Did all the bells and whistles add up to great photos and videos?...
18x optical zoom, optical image-stabilization, full manual-mode, RAW support...
terrible noise distortion, middling image-quality for its price, narrow aperture range...
Both point-and-shooters and low-end prosumers have far better choices on the market than the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18, given how oversized its body is and how badly it handles noise. However, considering its impressive zoom-range, optical image-stabi...
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infosyncworld.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:11:00
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Video Review: Panasonics DMC-FZ18 packs about as much functionality and as many features as youll find in a point-and-shoot. Did all the bells and whistles add up to great photos and videos?...
18x optical zoom, optical image-stabilization, full manual-mode, RAW support...
terrible noise distortion, middling image-quality for its price, narrow aperture range...
Both point-and-shooters and low-end prosumers have far better choices on the market than the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18, given how oversized its body is and how badly it handles noise. However, considering its impressive zoom-range, optical image-stab...
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FeaturesThe Lumix FZ18 is the latest weapon of choice from the company, sporting an 18x optical zoom (28-504mm equiv.), full manual control and a feature list to drool over. An 8MP sensor is driven by a Venus III processing engine, while Mega OIS image...
Range of features, Design, Image quality at low ISO...
Plasticky build, Noise throughout range, Highlight control...
Panasonic has really outdone itself with the FZ18. It’s not without its flaws, but all the features you need and a good standard of images make it one of the best current bridge options on the market.
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Wow – a photographic bazooka, thats what the FZ18 is. If your consideration when choosing a camera is how far and wide you can take its lens, your train has reached its final destination.The astounding range of the FZ18s incredible Leica lens is 18x...
Huge zoom range. Superb range of controls. Great image quality...
Poor at high ISO. Only 8.1MP...
Huge zoom range and great performance make this a winner...
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Review based on a production Panasonic DMC-FZ18 Barely half a year after the introduction of the DMC-FZ8, Panasonic added another model to its popular range of compact super zoom Lumix cameras in the shape of the FZ18. Although obviously based on th...
Good, sharp results in optimal shooting conditions, Good, natural color and excellent exposure, Hugely versatile 18x zoom range covering true wideangle to long telephoto, Smooth, almost stepless 2-speed zoom, Effective image stabilization, Good build qual...
Images lack biting crispness, some loss of fine detail to noise reduction even at ISO 100, Default noise reduction too high at all ISO settings (use low NR setting or raw), Occasional odd artefacts at lower ISO settings (some moiré related, some just plai...
One thing that has become obvious to us as weve looked at the various 18x super zoom models that have appeared since the Olympus SP-550UZ burst onto the scene at the start of the year is that they will always involve a certain degree of compromise...
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Panasonics Lumix DMC-FZ18 is a powerful "ultra-zoom" models that includes some very high- end features in a compact, stylish, and easy to use package. It combines an 8-megapixel image sensor, mated to a very versatile 18x optical zoom lens as well as...
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As already mentioned earlier, the Lumix FZ 18 is a camera that really grows on you. Over time you become familiar with all the features on offer as you slowly start to discover the many creative options. Although it is aimed at the beginner, the serio...
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 aims to be the camera that has it all: a wide 28mm angle for photographing group portraits and architecture as well as the power of a long 18x optical zoom lens. With a lens like that, this 8.1-megapixel Lumix stands at the...
Manual controls Great videos Wide, long 18x lens Accurate colors Great resolution Effective face detection...
207k LCD resolution Optical zoom nonfunctional in movie mode Poor audio Ugly noise apparent above ISO 200 Inconsistent AF in low light...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is much improved from the FZ8. It has more resolution, a longer and wider 18x optical zoom lens, and adds features like face detection. The Panasonic FZ18 outperforms its predecessor in almost every way. Its pictures have m...
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Shop & Save Support us by shopping online for the Lumix DMC-FZ18 here! Price range: $369 - $499View all prices for this product Your donation is also greatly appreciated.If the 10X or 12X lens on your typical ultra zoom camera just isnt enough, the...
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Introduction A bridge camera, such as the Panasonic digital DMC-FZ18, is halfway between a compact and an SLR. Its an ambivalent category, but one that manufacturers are increasingly interested in. Is the Panasonic FZ18 as easy to handle as a compact...
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fudzilla.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:11:01
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Two months ago Panasonic announced the Lumix DMC-FZ18, an interesting and affordable ultra zoom camera with an 18X wide angle lens, we wrote about it here.Heres our first impression, out of the box. Well, theres not that much to say really; the de...
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is an 8.1 Megapixel super-zoom camera with a massive 18x optically stabilised lens. Announced in July 2007, it comes just seven months after its predecessor the Lumix FZ8. The FZ18 may greatly resemble the earlier FZ8 from...
18x optical zoom with OIS and little fringing, Decent quality 2.5in screen, Intelligent Auto a useful auto mode, Good manual control and RAW facility.
Noise visible throughout ISO range, 50% pricier than earlier FZ8, No flip-out screen, May be too small and light for some.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 may cost 50% more than its predecessor but it’s still hard not to be impressed. While it no longer offers the same sheer value, it does give you the flexibility of a longer and wider 18x optical zoom with decent stabilis...
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Megapixel.net Updated:
2011-09-23 10:11:01
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The body shape shows its heritage and there are only minor cosmetic differences between this new model and others in the FZ series. This is a design that provides a comfortable rubber clad grip, a well-positioned thumb rest that improves the hold one h...
Very good image quality with adjusted JPEG settings, excellent image quality with RAW images, Stabilized 18XZ zoom, Aspect ratio choices, Well supported RAW mode, Excellent monitor and EVF...
Fine mode JPEG can contains artefacts with default settings, Some shadow noise as of 100 ISO, Wide angle a touch softer focus than all other focal lengths, No flash shoe...
The Panasonic DMC-FZ18 is the newest addition to Panasonics FZ series of cameras. The Lumix DMC-FZ18 is a bridge camera that offers an SLR feel, an optically stabilized 18X zoom, and an 8-megapixel resolution. The body shape shows its heritage and th...
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The Panasonic FZ18 has a superb Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens and it shows in the quality of the images. The effective optical image stabilization allows hand holding shots at the long focal lengths and slower shutter speeds. The wide-angle makes this a...
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The is the latest camera to enter the 18x optical zoom race. The FZ18 can capture 8.1 megapixel resolution and display them in HD. The long zoom Leica lens can do 28mm (equivalent) shots and has optical image stabilization. Another new feature that...
If you're in the market for an ultra-zoom, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 deserves a place on your short list. While poor noise performance and a small dynamic range detract from some images, overall image quality is good with nice color reproduction an...
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Anyone who's interested in photography as a hobby will want a bit more versatility in their camera than is offered by a simple point-and-shoot compact. Many will opt for a digital SLR, but for those whose budgets are a little more restricted, or who don't...
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The least expensive camera in our megazoom roundup, the $350 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18X optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price. An amateur photographer who hasnt used many advanced...
Excellent 18x optical zoom Leica lens, Burst mode returns clear photos...
Zoom disabled in video mode, Battery life is disappointing...
Decently priced megazoom is a great learning tool for point-and-shoot graduates...
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macworld.co.uk Updated:
2014-09-05 05:04:53
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Panasonic’s 8-megapixel, 18x optical zoom FZ18, along with Nikon’s P80, comes closest to challenging the mighty Olympus SP-570UZ, with its own broad focal range. This stretches from a wide-angle 28mm, ideal for panoramic landscapes and group shots, al...
That whopping 18x zoom betters most rivals, Raw or JPEG capture, Intelligent Auto Mode affords some of the best point-and-shoot results we’ve seen...
Auto white balance occasionally needs correcting, some controls fiddly to use, zoom functionality disabled when shooting video...
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An inexpensive high-end compact camera/DSLR crossover, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18x optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price. An amateur photographer who hasnt used many advanced...
All in all, the Lumix DMC FZ-18K does come through for the price, especially if high optical zoom, a great lens, and a beginners course on manual settings is what youre looking for. Andrew Mager...
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The Panasonic DMC-FZ18 is a remarkable little camera, it packs in a host of advanced features and an astonishing 18x zoom...
Compact size, amazing optical zoom, good image quality, usable EVF and handling.
Image noise at higher ISOs, build lets it down.
The Panasonic DMC-FZ18 is a remarkable little camera, it packs in a host of advanced features and an astonishing 18x zoom...
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stuff.tv Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:01
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Wow – a photographic bazooka, thats what the FZ18 is. If your consideration when choosing a camera is how far and wide you can take its lens, your train has reached its final destination.The astounding range of the FZ18s incredible Leica lens is 18x...
Huge zoom range. Superb range of controls. Great image quality...
Poor at high ISO. Only 8.1MP...
Huge zoom range and great performance make this a winner...
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Panasonic Lumix This is an 8 megapixel, all-in-one camera with a Leica zoom lens that has a range of 28-504mm. The lens is image-stabilised and fast, f2.8-4.5. It works as a point-and-shoot with face-detection and there is a full range of user co...
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Continuing their tradition of producing high-end ultra-zoom cameras with full manual feature sets, Panasonic has brought to market their latest product, the Lumix DMC-FZ18. Sporting a massive 18x optical zoom and full manual shooting modes along with a...
Huge zoom, sharp pictures, good noise performance, intelligent auto mode is great for beginners...
Over-sharpening issues, barrel distortion The Final Word Panasonics FZ18 is a solid ultra-zoom camera. While the price tag is high, many users would be better served spending that money on an SLR, whereas those after a huge zoom lens and a mass of fea...
Panasonics FZ18 is a solid ultra-zoom camera. While the price tag is high, many users would be better served spending that money on an SLR, whereas those after a huge zoom lens and a mass of features along with several beginner-friendly shooting modes...
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Cameras.co.uk Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:03
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The obvious attraction of the Panasonic DMC FZ18 is its 18x optical zoom lens. This is one of the first digital cameras to increase the lens length on a consumer digital camera beyond 12x. The lens is supported by image stabilisation to help cut down...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:03
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It’s hard not to be impressed by such a zoom: 18x with a true wide angle and focal range of 28 to 504 mm. On a "simple" bridge for less than 500 Euros, this is a dream for reflex owners and was unthinkable several years ago. In addition, the 18x zoom...
Zoom 18x with optical stabilization, 1 cm macro mode, Quality of images in low sensitivity (100 ISO), Overall a reactive camera, RAW and RAW JPEG modes...
No zoom when recording video, No rotating LCD screen, Mediocre video quality, Imprecise viewfinder, Slow to startup and recording...
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Successor to the successful FZ8 model, Panasonics latest long-zoom digicam, the DMC-FZ18 sports an 8-megapixel imager and a massive 18x Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens that covers an equivalent focal length range from 28mm to 504mm. Otherwise the two mode...
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techradar.com Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:03
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Digital SLRs may be making all the headlines but rumours of the death of the compact camera have been greatly exaggerated. Panasonics latest super-zoom revitalises the category with a mighty 18x optical zoom, spanning a range from useful wide-angle (2...
Excellent telephoto lens, Good all-round image quality...
Not the fastest...
Digital SLRs may be making all the headlines but rumours of the death of the compact camera have been greatly exaggerated. Panasonics latest super-zoom revitalises the category with a mighty 18x optical zoom, spanning a range from useful wide-angle (2...
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An inexpensive high-end compact camera/DSLR crossover, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18x optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price.An amateur photographer who hasn't used many advanced po...
All in all, the Lumix DMC FZ-18K does come through for the price, especially if high optical zoom, a great lens, and a beginners' course on manual settings is what you're looking for...
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The least expensive camera in our megazoom roundup, the $350 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18K offers an 18X optical zoom, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and a host of manual controls for a very reasonable price. An amateur photographer who hasnt used many advanced...
Excellent 18x optical zoom Leica lens, Burst mode returns clear photos...
Zoom disabled in video mode, Battery life is disappointing...
Decently priced megazoom is a great learning tool for point-and-shoot graduates...
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Our current Editors Choice superzoom, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18, packs a massive array of features—and an 18X zoom lens—into a relatively compact body. This 8.3-megapixel shooter delivers above-average image quality, and at only $399.95, it...
Excellent value. Images with accurate color and correct exposure. Versatile 18X optical zoom. 28mm wide-angle lens. Intuitive menu system.
Noise in low-light and flash shots.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 offers a wide-angle, 18X lens and delivers above-average image quality...
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Panasonics latest digicam boasts a whopping 18X zoom and backs it up with sharp and steady shots.
Shoots in RAW mode...
Noisy photos at ISO 800 and higher, Zoom doesnt work while capturing video, No MEGA OIS button...
If youre looking for a digital camera but cant decide whether you want one that shoots wide or long, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 will do both for you exceedingly well. Though its 18X focal range is the same as the Olympus SP-550 UZs, this camera is...
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Even though it’s on the high-priced side for a point-and-shoot, this ultra zoom digicam is one of 2007’s most popular cameras (at least if you go by many of the imaging sites). There are some obvious reasons for this: the 8-megapixel came...
Very good photos in a variety of settings, Amazing focal range including wide angle, Manual options galore...
Still too much noise at ISO 400 and above, Poorly designed lens hood; chuck it...
In this case all the Internet buzz was right on target. This is probably the best super zoom camera (12x and above) I’ve tested to date. It’s responsive, saves files relatively quickly, has a boatload of manual adjustments and its Intelli...
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letsgodigital.org Updated:
2014-09-05 05:04:58
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The success of the Megazoom cameras lead to a farther advancing of the concept and to equip a small housing with no less than 18x optical zoom. The resolution of 8 Megapixels suffices easily for printing small to large prints. Although the immense popu...
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The defining feature of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 digital camera is its massive 18x zoom lens, equivalent to a very versatile 28-504mm focal length, which should cover virtually every imaginable photographic situation. The FZ18 is a bridge-sty...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is a bit of a jack of all trades – you can get crisp close ups with the minimum of fuss whether shooting from safe distance away, and also get cracking macro shots with the cameras lens practically resting on your subjec...
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whatdigitalcamera.com Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:01
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FeaturesThe Lumix FZ18 is the latest weapon of choice from the company, sporting an 18x optical zoom (28-504mm equiv.), full manual control and a feature list to drool over. An 8MP sensor is driven by a Venus III processing engine, while Mega OIS image...
Range of features, Design, Image quality at low ISO...
Plasticky build, Noise throughout range, Highlight control...
Panasonic has really outdone itself with the FZ18. It’s not without its flaws, but all the features you need and a good standard of images make it one of the best current bridge options on the market.
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Review based on a production Panasonic DMC-FZ18 Barely half a year after the introduction of the DMC-FZ8, Panasonic added another model to its popular range of compact super zoom Lumix cameras in the shape of the FZ18. Although obviously based on th...
Good, sharp results in optimal shooting conditions, Good, natural color and excellent exposure, Hugely versatile 18x zoom range covering true wideangle to long telephoto, Smooth, almost stepless 2-speed zoom, Effective image stabilization, Good build qual...
Images lack biting crispness, some loss of fine detail to noise reduction even at ISO 100, Default noise reduction too high at all ISO settings (use low NR setting or raw), Occasional odd artefacts at lower ISO settings (some moiré related, some just plai...
One thing that has become obvious to us as weve looked at the various 18x super zoom models that have appeared since the Olympus SP-550UZ burst onto the scene at the start of the year is that they will always involve a certain degree of compromise...
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As already mentioned earlier, the Lumix FZ 18 is a camera that really grows on you. Over time you become familiar with all the features on offer as you slowly start to discover the many creative options. Although it is aimed at the beginner, the serio...
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digitalcamerainfo.com Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:02
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 aims to be the camera that has it all: a wide 28mm angle for photographing group portraits and architecture as well as the power of a long 18x optical zoom lens. With a lens like that, this 8.1-megapixel Lumix stands at the...
Manual controls Great videos Wide, long 18x lens Accurate colors Great resolution Effective face detection...
207k LCD resolution Optical zoom nonfunctional in movie mode Poor audio Ugly noise apparent above ISO 200 Inconsistent AF in low light...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is much improved from the FZ8. It has more resolution, a longer and wider 18x optical zoom lens, and adds features like face detection. The Panasonic FZ18 outperforms its predecessor in almost every way. Its pictures have m...
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dcresource.com Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:03
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Shop & Save Support us by shopping online for the Lumix DMC-FZ18 here! Price range: $369 - $499View all prices for this product Your donation is also greatly appreciated.If the 10X or 12X lens on your typical ultra zoom camera just isnt enough, the...
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Introduction A bridge camera, such as the Panasonic digital DMC-FZ18, is halfway between a compact and an SLR. Its an ambivalent category, but one that manufacturers are increasingly interested in. Is the Panasonic FZ18 as easy to handle as a compact...
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is an 8.1 Megapixel super-zoom camera with a massive 18x optically stabilised lens. Announced in July 2007, it comes just seven months after its predecessor the Lumix FZ8. The FZ18 may greatly resemble the earlier FZ8 from...
18x optical zoom with OIS and little fringing, Decent quality 2.5in screen, Intelligent Auto a useful auto mode, Good manual control and RAW facility.
Noise visible throughout ISO range, 50% pricier than earlier FZ8, No flip-out screen, May be too small and light for some.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 may cost 50% more than its predecessor but it’s still hard not to be impressed. While it no longer offers the same sheer value, it does give you the flexibility of a longer and wider 18x optical zoom with decent stabilis...
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photoxels.com Updated:
2014-09-05 05:05:03
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The Panasonic FZ18 has a superb Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens and it shows in the quality of the images. The effective optical image stabilization allows hand holding shots at the long focal lengths and slower shutter speeds. The wide-angle makes this a...
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Anyone who's interested in photography as a hobby will want a bit more versatility in their camera than is offered by a simple point-and-shoot compact. Many will opt for a digital SLR, but for those whose budgets are a little more restricted, or who don't...
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When it comes to big zooms in small packages, Olympus may have got there first with its reasonably competent sub-SLR SP-550UZ (UZ for 'Ultra Zoom') but fell down when it came to the familiar bug bear of image noise...
Intelligent Scene Selector makes taking sharp, evenly exposed pictures a veritable 'no brainer', quick AF minimises shutter delay, Venus Engine III with subject motion detection (so ISO and shutter speed increased to compensate)...
Silver bodied version looks and feels a bit plasticy in the 'flesh'...
The FZ18 is a comprehensively featured camera that offers a good 'halfway house' for those not quite ready to make the jump from compact to more fully specified digital SLR, or want one camera that does everything without the need to swap any lenses...
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