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

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The 18-70mm kit lens is roughly equivalent to 27-105mm, pretty good for wide-angle shots.

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105mm isn't much, but it's a useful short telephoto and ideal for portrait shots.

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Here's why I didn't drive to Sidmouth. This ws shot using +2EV expsure compensation.

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The sensor reproduces subtle colours.

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