One more novelty in a budget class DMC-LZ40 too can brag of unusual characteristics, despite general functional and constructive modesty. Here it uses a zoom with a non-standard range of focal lengths, starting at 22 mm. I must say that until recently, the vast majority of devices with interchangeable optics minimum focal length was 24 mm. The trend toward ever wider angles of view for compact optics is fresh.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 compact camera
20 megapixel 22-924mm 42x 3ā³ NEW
Unlike the DMC-SZ8, the DMC-LZ40ās production budget didnāt include Wi-Fi. The designers have not integrated a viewfinder, and pictures are invited to frame and view on a large, but not very clear display. Unlike most classmates, the unit allows the user to manually control the exposure parameters. True, you canāt make any creative shooting here because only a shutter speed can be controlled and the aperture is set only in two positions. So it will be much more interesting to work with amateur āartisticā means, because there are enough digital filters in camera software interface.
There are doubts that the photographer will be able to use this ultrazoom to its full potential. The sensor offers high resolution, but is unlikely to contribute to āsilentā pictures. The CCD sensor can pull out the most detail when shooting at the full 42x zoom, but only in ideal lighting conditions. Video recording is done in 720p mode with archaic MotionJPEG encoding. And continuous shooting at 1 fps wonāt allow to capture sport competition in all details.
Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 compact camera worth considering for photography enthusiasts? How does it perform in terms of image quality, ease of use, and overall features? Are there any notable drawbacks or limitations that potential buyers should be aware of?