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 26mm.

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The telephoto end is a stalkertastic 624mm.

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Standard dynamic range is not particularly good.

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The Dynamic Range Optimiser function doesn't do much, just increases brightness a bit.

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Colour is well balanced but lacks saturation, even in bright sunlight.

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