I purchased this camera used on eBay about two months ago. Since then, I've had the opportunity to challenge it in a variety of situations. It has come through with shining colors(?). First of all, I was amazed at the size. I never imagined you could have so many features in such a compact package, I can't begin to list them all, and it excels in every one of them. I suggest you go on an eBay sale site to check it out, as well as the other offerings from Panasonic & eBay. The 'full range' zoom capabilities are incredible, with 4x optical, 12x digital & 5MP. If you like simplicity, you'll love the 'heart' on the selector wheel. It's fully automatic, just point & shoot. I like the rechargeable battery option over double A's, as well as, the ease of access & rapid recharge. It's one sweet package & they can be picked up quite reasonable on eBay. Some even come with all the original accessories in the box! I don't believe you can go wrong for a "beginners" camera. I have my eye on a Panasonic upgrade, I can only imagine the capabilities stepping up to a more advanced camera. I was introduced to the Panasonic line of cameras from the advice of a friend. I've discovered that there is a huge difference in the performance quality of 'real camera' technologies over the claims(?) of other inferior brands. I've always trusted in the Panasonic name for many years & it's quite obvious that they're still putting great products out there at very competitive prices.Read full review
This is a great camera with high end, (expensive camera), features at a low end price. It has a good zoom lens, is upgrade-able to a 1Gb sim card (can you say 1,400 plus pictures before needed download or delete?), and although it has all the bells and whistles for a camera buff, it features an easy mode for those who won't read the manual. The software is easy to use and features editting that will have everyone thinking that you took photography classes. Oh yeah, it takes GREAT pictures!!!
Excellent camera. I had identical camera in black on which the led display failed. Unable to get replacement so bought this. Lica lens is unbeatable.
everything went well -- the dmc fz5 is really a beautiful camera -- using flickr i do see some really good images with it ----- augustine johnson
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