Reviewers Liked
- Builtin EVF
- Wifi connectivity
- RAW format
- Zoom range
- Resolution
- Handling
- Electronic viewfinder
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Screen could be better
- Slow maximum aperture
- Muted colors
- Expensive
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1
80
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Expert reviews and ratings
By tech.uk.msn.com
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80
The Panasonic Lumix LF1 a very decent camera that produces some very decent shots but, unless you really, really need a viewfinder, there's little about it that screams, “buy...
By AsiaOne
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80
For those looking for a pocket-sized lightweight prosumer compact camera with a versatile zoom range and a built-in EVF, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 will be a good bet. Just keep the ISO number...
By reviewed.com
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83
Like most high-end compact cameras these days, the Lumix LF1 tries hard to carve out its own niche. We've seen many rivals that replicate some parts of its feature set, but none that matches it spec for spec.The Nikon Coolpix P7700 , for instance, offers...
By Amateur Photographer
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81
Panasonics Lumix DMC-LF1 is certainly a good camera but it is up against many excellent advanced compact cameras, so it may struggle to find its own place in the market. Obviously, the 7.1x zoom lens and electronic viewfinder are the defining features,...
By DigitalVersus
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The Panasonic Lumix LF1 is an interesting spin-off of the LX7. It's a reliable little expert compact that's enjoyable to use thanks to its compact size, its light weight and its build, despite its less-than-spectacular image quality. The EVF is...
By T3
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So why would we choose the LF1? Well, the unexpected inclusion of a viewfinder undoubtedly sets it apart from the pack for photo traditionalists, while it's one of the first ever compacts to come with NFC connectivity and the ability to shoot Raw alongside JPEG within such a small form factor is another bonus.
By Camera Labs
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86
When you first look at the LF1, it's hard not to compare it to the LX7 and quickly discover the older model actually out-features it in a number of respects which many enthusiasts will care about. I've detailed them above, but the more you use the...
By Pocket-lint
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80
The Panasonic Lumix LF1 sounds like a dream on paper, but its wide-ranging feature set overreaches and, therefore, the camera fails to meet its maximum potential. It's got its heart in the right place, but cramming all this tech into the small...
By TechRadar AU
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Buying Guide Best compact camera The Panasonic LF1 occupies the same space as a number of other premium compact cameras already on the market, and while it looks good, it's not really offering anything that the others already out there don't do in terms...
By PhotographyBLOG
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 is a premium compact digital camera with an electronic viewfinder, a 7x zoom lens, full range of manual shooting modes and RAW file support. The LF1 offers a 7x, 28-200mm f/2.0-5.9 zoom lens, large 1/1.7-inch 12 megapixel MOS...
By ePHOTOzine
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80
The Panasonic Lumix LF1 delivers good images, with bright saturated colours, along with a whole host of features, including excellent Wi-Fi control and sharing. The compact body fits neatly into your pocket, and despite the small size feels well built...
By Digital Photography Review
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It’s no secret that smartphones and their increasingly powerful cameras are eating away at the sales of traditional low-end...
By Digital Photography Review
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With smartphones taking over the low-end compact camera market, manufacturers have been striking back with feature-rich top-tier compacts. These cameras out-perform the smartest of phones by offering much better image quality, useful zoom ranges and the...
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