As I’ve noted previously, such as in the recent review of the Lumix DMC-LX1, despite its lack of pedigree in the photographic field Panasonic has quickly developed a good reputation for producing innovative high-end compact and super-zoom cameras, thanks to stylish and well-thought-out design, high quality electronics and of course its partnership with Leica, which gives it access to the German company’s legendary optical technology. Panasonic cameras have tended to be a bit on the expensive side, but generally they’ve been worth the money. At least that’s what I thought until now. I may have to re-think that opinion now that I’ve seen the DMC-LZ5. Available on the high street for around £230, or online for £199.95, the LZ5 is cheap enough to be described as a budget camera, but like most products that are built down to a price rather than up to a target specification it has a number of problems.
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