Here are some general test shots to help evaluate the camera's overall image quality, including dynamic range, colour rendition and the zoom range of the lens. Some pictures may be clicked to download the full size original image.

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the wide-angle end is equivalent to 28mm, wide enough for any pub garden.

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The telephoto end is equivalent to 336mm, good for distant details. This was shot hand-held at 1/40th of a second.

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One of the beautiful sandy beaches of Devon.

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