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 of the zoom is equivalent to 35mm, not particularly wide.

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The telephoto end is equivalent to 140mm..

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With the DRO switched off the dynamic range is slightly better than average for a pocket 10MP compact.

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Switching on the DRO doesn't seem to amke a whole lot of difference.

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The Sweep Panorama feature can stitch together a shot like this on the fly.

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The quick shutter responce and 4x zoom is good for gettingclose to nervous subjects.

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