Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black) Reviews
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black)
- 14.1-megapixel effective recording
- 8X optical zoom (4X digital zoom/32X total zoom)
- 2-11/16″ LCD screen
- Optical image stabilization
- Sonic Speed AF for quick focusing on moving subjects
Panasonic DMC-FH20K Digital Camera Features28mm Wide-angle Lens
The 28mm wide-angle lens* lets you easily capture large groups of people indoors or expansive architectural structures and scenes with dynamic width and rich perspective, even from short distances.
* Converted to standard 35mm camera equivalent, at the maximum wide position.Powerful 8x Optical Zoom
The DMC-FH20 sports a powerful 8x optical zoom lens (35mm camera equivalent: 28-224mm). This gives you highly natural expressions from people and animals that you can’t get close to. And its slim, compact, pocket-sized body can easily go wherever you do for both everyday snapshots and traveling.iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode
When you don’t know which mode will give you the be
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Canon PSC-55 Deluxe Leather Compact Case for SD430, SD500, SD550, SD600, SD630, SD700IS, SD800IS, SD850 IS, SD900,SD950IS & SD870IS Digital Cameras
- Black leather digital camera carrying case
- Silver Canon logo accent
- Protects your camera from the dings and scratches of travel and everyday use
- Magnetic front flap closure
- Stitched leather belt loop and wrist strap pass-through slot
Deluxe Leather Case for SD700IS SD600 SD500/SD550 SD430 Wireless SD100/SD110 S400/S410 and S500.A stylish digital camera demands stylish protection. This Canon leather carrying case will defend your camera from the dings and scratches of travel and everyday use while looking smart all the time. It features a Velcro front flap closure for quick access so you won’t miss those sudden photo opportunities. Inside the case is a soft interior lining and space for extra memory cards. You can carry the case on your hip, thanks to the stitched leather belt loop, or securely in your hand with a pass-through slot for the camera’s wrist strap. Compatible Canon PowerShot Digital Camera Models
SD400, SD430, SD450, SD500, SD550, and SD700IS
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4:46 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Sherri P. for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black)
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Having used only 35 mm cameras and definately not being a photo-pro by any means, I decided to get a digital camera. I was overwhelmed and confused by the information on so many makes and models and became frustrated by contradicting reviews of same-type features from both Consumer Review Reports by professional photographers, as well as customer reviews.
About to give up, I came across a review from a professional photographer (a dedictated Canon user) who tested the Panasonic and gave it’s performance an excellent review from all aspects.
I purchased this and haven’t looked back. It’s excellent. It feels substantial when you hold it; it’s easy to use and priced right. The pictures are extremely clear and sharp regardless light conditions or movement. The video is also excellent. Friends who have other makes and models admitted they were highly impressed.
What more can you ask for in a camera. I highly recommend this camera and couldn’t be happier with my purchase.
5:22 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Don in ATL for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black)
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I purchased this camera specifically for a vacation to Rio de Janeiro. I also have a Nikon DSLR that I adore, but didn’t want to risk carrying it around Rio. I wanted something I can easily put in my pocket and pull out to quickly take pics.
I investigated several different point-and-shoot cameras, and they all suffer that is pretty much standard issues with Point and Shoots – not dealing well with low light, blurry when compensating for low light, lag time, etc. These things are pretty much a fact with point and shoots.
After playing with a few different camera’s, I opted for the Lumix DMC-FH20. The main reasons where the zoom – 8x optical, and then up to 32X digital with the right settings.
On my trip, this camera did not disappoint. Sure I had to play with the settings a little bit to get the desired effect, but I pretty much only used the Auto, Landscape, Nighttime landscape and Macro settings. All of these worked perfectly.
In low light, I had to stabilize the camera on a bench or fence, but that’s expected, and not a downfall of the camera.
Overall, I love this camera and considered it well worth the price I paid (about $180us). I feel it far exceeds any other camera I have played with (around the same price point).
I would buy this same camera again – without question.
5:57 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Beth L. for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black)
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I have an older Lumix that I have been using for 5 years. I was very happy with MOST of the improvements found in the FH20. It was easy to use, much smaller and there was a much shorter lag time between photos and pre-photo than in my old model. BUT, I ended up returning it because you cannot adjust the zoom in video mode! I was very surprised that a feature in my 5 yeard old camera didn’t exist in this new ‘improved’ model. You can zoom in before starting recording if you want, but you cannot adjust zoom while you’re videoing.
Just wanted to warn anyone who plans to use their new camera for videos. I’m probably going to buy an older model like one of the ZR’s because I like to take quick videos with my camera.
6:29 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Maria Villafane for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black)
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I bought this camera because i wanted a small camera that was easy to carry around for a 4 day trip to Disney World. As the owner of a panasonic lumix fz50, I was very excited to see this small and compact camera, since my other lumix is bulky (10MP, 12X), When i saw the price for this camera, a 14mp, 8X I knew i had to have it. I took it to my trip to disney with a full charged battery and the battery sustained up to 14 hours of continuous photo sessions in different places around the park, it never died on us, but we charged it every night to make sure the next day it would last the same. The pictures are great, they do have some noise in dark places but that is to be expected. The image stabilization does an amazing job at getting pics without flash that are taken in the dark, i was surprised with that. We took some really awesome pictures with this camera. It weights close to nothing and it fits right in my pocket, it was the best purchase i ever made for the trip. I do have to say i am not particularly impressed with the video quality, except for the HD. the HD is pretty cool, but you need an sd card with massive storage to get a good recording time because it takes a lot, a lot of space. I bought an 8gb sd card which held about 1200 pictures at 14mpx, but i took my pics at 10 mp since i don’t think i will be printing this pics at a large size. Overall i think this camera is amazing, it also has a pretty awesome lcd which is big enough for you to know what you’re doing, and there’s no viewfinder, which i like to use every now and then, but i can live without. I love this camera!!!!!!!!
6:51 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by C. P. Sie for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Black)
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We bought this camera because of its 8x optical zoom and it hasn’t disappointed. The stabilization feature really makes it possible to zoom that much and yet obtain a crystal-clear picture. The optical image stabilization has also allowed us to shoot pictures from moving ships and cars with great results. While the pictures taken outdoors really convince with natural colors and crispness, the images taken indoors at low light show quite a bit of graininess, the only complaint really that we have. So far we haven’t made too many movies, but we bought a class 6 SDHC card after realizing that otherwise it takes a long time for movies to download to the computer. The battery life has also been satisfactory, however, if you intend to use the camera to take HD movies, battery life will very likely be much less. So far we have been able to take >200 pictures with one battery. If you buy the optional battery, which has more power, it’ll last even longer. Oh, and to be able to take movies you have to browse through the menu, there is no designated button just for that. But it’s not too bad and the menu is easy to handle.
7:24 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by JanSobieski for Canon PSC-55 Deluxe Leather Compact Case for SD430, SD500, SD550, SD600, SD630, SD700IS, SD800IS, SD850 IS, SD900,SD950IS & SD870IS Digital Cameras
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This case is perfect for my SD550 or any similar sized camera. My camera fits snug and it’s the least bulky case I’ve come across. One drawback however: Since it is optimized to be as slim as possible there is NO room for an additional memory card or battery. This poses no problem for me as I only use this case to carry the camera in my pocket. All accessories are in my large camera bag.
Both the back and the front of this small case are designed with a hard stiff front and back designed to protect the LCD monitor. There are NO zippers to scratch the polished metal or LCD of your camera. The case opens with a velcro tab which holds the camera very securely.
One other case I would consider is the Lowepro D-Pod 10 which is slightly more bulky but does provide a bit more protection. I have both and use both depending on the amount of protection desired. My dad owns only the PSC-55 as it provides plenty of protection for him.
This is a very nice case and reasonably priced.
7:48 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by gadgetgirl for Canon PSC-55 Deluxe Leather Compact Case for SD430, SD500, SD550, SD600, SD630, SD700IS, SD800IS, SD850 IS, SD900,SD950IS & SD870IS Digital Cameras
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This case is a perfect fit for my Canon SD700 IS. It doesn’t have pockets or room for extra batteries and charger, but it slips right into my pocket or purse. The leather is soft and smooth, fit and finish is very good, and the hard front and back of the case provide a little extra protection for the camera. It does have a belt loop on the back that I will probably never use. Included in the package is a matching black leather wrist strap for the camera. If you want something small and sleek to protect the camera, not to carry a ton of accessories around in, I highly recommend the PSC-55.
8:18 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Pon for Canon PSC-55 Deluxe Leather Compact Case for SD430, SD500, SD550, SD600, SD630, SD700IS, SD800IS, SD850 IS, SD900,SD950IS & SD870IS Digital Cameras
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This is a nice and compact leather case and is a good bit less bulky than some of the “universal” cases. It is an especially good fit for the SD800 IS we have and the leather is a nice texture for slipping in your pocket still. I like the snap closure better than the velcro which can be fairly noisy in situations that need to be quiet. It also has a little magnetic property that helps latch it. The only caution I have to exercise is that the snap on the cover will tap the camera if you don’t hold it going either in or out of the case. I don’t know that it would hurt anything but I try to prevent that any way, which is easy by simply holding your hand a little differently. But this is my case of choice by a long shot. It has that nice look and feel associated with fine products of this kind.
9:15 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Peripatetic for Canon PSC-55 Deluxe Leather Compact Case for SD430, SD500, SD550, SD600, SD630, SD700IS, SD800IS, SD850 IS, SD900,SD950IS & SD870IS Digital Cameras
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Just received this case from Amazon to hold a new Canon SD870IS (also from Amazon). This version of the PSC-55 case does *not* fit the SD870IS. The product description here doesn’t match the actual product – the “new” version has a magnetic clasp vs. the Velcro closure (see description). Will be returning this case to Amazon.
Notes:
- I have a previous version of the PSC-55 (also purchased from Amazon, back in 2006) – and it fits my Canon SD630 *perfectly*.
- The 2006 version had the Velcro closure, which makes it so much easier to securely close the case. (You don’t have to precisely align the little metal button with its magnet, as with the 2008 version.)
- I placed the two PSC-55 cases right next to each other: The 2008 version is narrower (top-to-bottom) and thicker (front-to-back).
- There is at least one other reviewer here who has noticed the same problem (with the SD870IS).
10:13 am on June 15th, 2010
Review by Brian’s Dad for Canon PSC-55 Deluxe Leather Compact Case for SD430, SD500, SD550, SD600, SD630, SD700IS, SD800IS, SD850 IS, SD900,SD950IS & SD870IS Digital Cameras
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Quit reading these reviews and just get the darn thing. You will not regret it.
PROs:
1. Sleek and trim. It’s a perfect fit, with no unnecessary space between the camera and the holder. This means there’s no room for holding an extra battery or memory cards. So carry the extra battery and memory card somewhere else. Big deal. It’s a moot point for many of us, since a fully charged battery will almost always last an entire day, as will a 2GB memory card. (Exceptions for heaving shooting or flash use).
2. Belt loop. Yes, it’s tiny hassle having to undo one’s belt to slip on the camera case. But, for those of us who don’t carry a purse, it’s a godsend. I frequently carry the SD800 in my front trouser pocket without the case. But when it’s in the case, it won’t fit comfortably in the pocket. Thanks for the belt loop.
3. Magnet clasp! From the pictures, I thought it was a metal snap, but it’s not. It is a magnet. The little button on the flap fits into the small corresponding hole, but it does not “snap” shut like a snap. It merely shuts securely via magnetic force. Opening and closing with one hand is . . . a snap. What’s nice about the magnet is that even if the little metal button misses the hole, the magnetic force will still keep the flap shut.
4. It Looks Great. The leather (or faux leather) has a nice matte-type sheen, similar to that of a Coach Handbag. The metal “Canon” emblem on the flap is elegantly done, even if it seems to scream out “Great camera inside; steal this.” Nice touch.
5. Canon Does Canon. I have bought cheap camera cases from third party makers (via eBay), and you get what you pay for. They’re not bad cases, but this Canon one is just a notch above.
5a. Matching Strap. This is a minor point, but the case includes a black leather strap to replace the silver nylon one that comes with the camera. The silver strap would look weird hanging out of a black leather case, so the new strap matches. Unfortunately, now you have a black leather strap on a silver camera. I suppose it works.
CONs:
A. A Little Too Snug. The tight fit is just a tad too tight, and you must remove the camera by grasping it with thumb and finger at the camera’s edges. (Don’t try to yank it out by the strap.) While removing the camera, your finger could accidentally depress the on/off switch (located on top near the shutter button) while the lens is still in the case. I haven’t tried it, but I don’t want to know what happens if you press the “on” button, and the lens motor tries to push the lens out, while the case is trying to hold it in.
B. No Storage for extra battery or memory card. But see above re: most will not need this feature.