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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS5 Review
| Author | Jamie Harrison |
| Published | 3rd Mar 2008 |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
| Price | £155.65 (Exc VAT) |
| as reviewed | £179.00 (Inc VAT) |
| Latest Price | Click here |
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A range of general test shots are shown over the next two pages. In some cases, the full size image has been reduced for bandwidth purposes, and a crop taken from the original full resolution image has been placed below it to show the overall image quality. Some other pictures may be clicked to view the original full-size image.

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Here's a general shot to evaluate the overall level of detail. Click on the image to download the full-size version, or see the crop below.

Plenty of detail is captured though there's signs of fringing in some areas.

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Exposures are good even in contrasty conditions.

A difficult shot to capture but the Panasonic just about pulls it off.
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Martin said on 23rd June 2009
Struth said on 4th July 2009
After much online searching, was leaning towards the FS5 - only to find out they're discontinuing it here (NZ) and replacing with the FS12. Struggling to find any reviews on ... more
T.Miller said on 26th July 2009
I've used the DMC-FS5 for a 'sketchbook'; excellent for slipping into the handbag or pocket. While it may not produce exhibition quality work, it has been a great w... more
Hellfire said on 2nd September 2009
I just got this cam (2 months) from my dad who's buying a new and more expensive cam. I like it very much this far, and I love the colours it captures on a pic. It's small, but not... more
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On the contrary, I'm very satisfied with my new Lumix FS5.
The battery charger is small, and it's really not that much job removing the battery from its slot. The... more