How does this compare to the newer Panasonic FL580...Both are wireless/dual camera/camcorder/LED etc...The FL580 touts " Fastest Recycle Rate"
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THE FL3360L has Fl360L has lower guide number of 36 the fl 580 guide. Number is 50 also the fl360"coverage of the output of the flash is up to 85mm the fl580 flash d use it output is up to 200mm bottom line more powerful unit I would suggest you go on line and down the complete specs for both flash guns I have the fl 360 and use it with the panasonic DMZ 200 and find the unit does a good job L M
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I read a review at one of the camera review sites, sorry I can't remember which one, that compared the shutter lag times of the two cameras. The Canon had a shorter lag time than the Panasonic in their findings.
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I have both: Sanyo and the Panasonic. Both are excellent, but the Sanyo has stereo microphone, flash, can take picture while doing a video and is better built. The quality of the videos and pictures is very good on both, but the Sanyo has an edge. The Panasonic will refuse to charge after a while, and unless you have a wall charger for your battery, well, you are out of luck.
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I did a lot of research between these two cameras before I bought mine (the Panasonic FZ35) and the most helpful website was cameralabs.com. They have side by side comparisons of pictures and video footage so you can see for yourself the difference in image quality.
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If I'm not mistaken, I believe a few more bells and whistles are the only difference between 590 and 790. I think the 790 has a mopping function. Not entirely sure. As for 1.0 and 3.0, the 3.0 is the latest and greatest. Better software, more cameras, better functioning. Hope that helped
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I agree with Lynn C.'s remark, including the reference to flash. But I love this camera, which I've had for more than two years. I've also given away a couple of Panasonic models very similar to this, but with less optical zoom power.
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"There are other cameras in this class that are faster and have far better sensors with far better ISO capability."You failed to list these cameras and their prices. Could you please post some links? Maybe there are some models I am not aware of.
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Have you looked at the Panasonic TM 700K? This is the best video and smallest camcorder around for less than $1000. Flash recording is the way to go for Battery consumption. Would not go into the hard drive versions regardless of the brand
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Don't know - but I've used the Panasonic for my Real Estate Appraisal/Valuation work since I got it. I am an appraiser of commercial real estate and I needed a wide angle camera easy to use. I've never had good long term luck with sony electronics. This is my 5th Panasonic camera for work purposes over the last 10+ years.
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I have the Kodak zi8. I took it to Macchu-Pichu and performed beautifully well, spite being banged a few times. I am not sure the Panasonic would stand the roughness, even though it performs well. And the Kodak has a larger screen, so you can see what you are filming.
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This is my second Lumix and I only used it for a short while and gave it to my granddaughter. I think I had the same thing happen and fixed the flash part by playing around on the menu settings. When I got my first Panasonic about 3 years ago it was highly rated for taking fast in low lighting. I drop my small cameras alot and that took it's toll. That's why I won't pay over $150 for a camera and besides they change technology so fast. But I was disappointed in this camera because the focus is off in some of the shots. So I read new reviews and bought a Canon Power Shot ELPH340 HS this time. I am happier with the Canon but did pay more. Lee This is my second Lumix and I only used it for a short while and gave it to my granddaughter. I think I had the same thing happen and fixed the flash part by playing around on the menu settings. When I got my first Panasonic about 3 years ago it was highly rated for taking fast in low lighting. I drop my small cameras alot and that took it's toll. That's why I won't pay over $150 for a camera and besides they change technology so fast. But I was disappointed in this camera because the focus is off in some of the shots. So I read new reviews and bought a Canon Power Shot ELPH340 HS this... » Read More This is my second Lumix and I only used it for a short while and gave it to my granddaughter. I think I had the same thing happen and fixed the flash part by playing around on the menu settings. When I got my first Panasonic about 3 years ago it was highly rated for taking fast in low lighting. I drop my small cameras alot and that took it's toll. That's why I won't pay over $150 for a camera and besides they change technology so fast. But I was disappointed in this camera because the focus is off in some of the shots. So I read new reviews and bought a Canon Power Shot ELPH340 HS this time. I am happier with the Canon but did pay more. Lee « Show Less
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I have just ordered an FZ35. I was previously holding out for the FZ40, but after reading the reviews on the FZ100, I have concluded that the FZ35 is a BETTER product than the FZ40 will be! According to many FZ35 owners who have purchased an FZ100 (which has the same lens, zoom, and CCD chip as the FZ40) the image quality is NOT as good on the FZ100 as it is on the FZ35. This is attributed to the increased Megapixels that are jammed onto a SMALLER CCD chip. In order to add the increased zoom, Panasonic had to shrink the size of the CCD chip, and at the same time they jammed in more pixels. Consequence: loss of image quality. Low light photos on the FZ100 are apparently grainier on the FZ100 than on the FZ35 as well. Add to that the fact that the FZ40 will only accept microchipped Panasonic batteries (at 3-4 times the price of aftermarket batteries) and the choice is clear! Stop waiting! Buy an FZ35. I just did myself!
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I'm in the same boat. Both of them have similar features. The Sony W80 has a longer battery life and higher ISO rating, however it uses memory sticks (I already have SD cards, why go out of my way to get a memory stick?). The SD1000 is smaller than the W80. Also, you can zoom in using the camcorder feature in the cannon, that cannot be done with the sony. It all lies on what you consider more important.
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I am also looking at these two cameras. My needs are a good low light performance as well as action sport shots. I had purchased the Panasonic FZ8 but have returned it because the inside low light pictures were very noisy and grainy. It took great outside pictures and was responsibly fast. I'm currently wanting to try the Sony but don't like the idea of having to buy a memory stick for it, I have a few sd cards that the Canon takes.
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so far I don't love this camera. It is really hard to hold. flash pops under left finger and no grip on right side. No safe place for your fingers. It is faster than my Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5. I haven't used enough hours to have an opinion on the battery quality. Recharger can plug into wall or computer. plug goes into camera which is nice, dont have to removed battery and possibly forget it. I am thinking of selling this camera even though I've only had it about 3 weeks. If interested contact me at lynnepreminger@aol.com
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d7100 is far better, but its also more money, if you are just starting out 5300 is great, lots of features like toy camera mode, painting mode , it also has wifi and gps built in, my wife is just starting out so I opted for this instead of the more advanced 7100,also d7100 was named most stolen camera in the world!
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Thanks. Seems like each of these makes has its quirks. I just gave away on old (4 years) Toshiba DVD recorder that did OK for its time, but the menus were very unintuitive, and the manual was in broken english. I guess I could always pick up a D-R410 at Fry's and if I don't like it, return for the Panny when it's in stock. Fry's also has a Sony RDR-GX360 for the same price as the Panasonic, and it seems to have the same ins/outs and upconversion, but I can only find one user review out there and it was bad. I hear that Sonys are picky about the DVD brand you use, plus they're the "source" for the industry restrictions on recording HD, so I don't want to support them. Thanks. Seems like each of these makes has its quirks. I just gave away on old (4 years) Toshiba DVD recorder that did OK for its time, but the menus were very unintuitive, and the manual was in broken english. I guess I could always pick up a D-R410 at Fry's and if I don't like it, return for the Panny when it's in stock. Fry's also has a Sony RDR-GX360 for the same price as the Panasonic, and it seems to have the same ins/outs and upconversion, but I can only find one user review out there and it was bad. I hear that Sonys are picky about the DVD brand you use, plus they're the... » Read More Thanks. Seems like each of these makes has its quirks. I just gave away on old (4 years) Toshiba DVD recorder that did OK for its time, but the menus were very unintuitive, and the manual was in broken english. I guess I could always pick up a D-R410 at Fry's and if I don't like it, return for the Panny when it's in stock. Fry's also has a Sony RDR-GX360 for the same price as the Panasonic, and it seems to have the same ins/outs and upconversion, but I can only find one user review out there and it was bad. I hear that Sonys are picky about the DVD brand you use, plus they're the "source" for the industry restrictions on recording HD, so I don't want to support them. « Show Less