This camera looks awesome but... The image Stabilization question is my problem. I've heard IS is really handy when you take pics in motion. This camera seems to have good reviews, so is it that everyone likes the camera and they don't need IS or what is the UPS on this camera? This camera looks awesome but... The image Stabilization question is my problem. I've heard IS is really handy when you take pics in motion. This camera seems to have good reviews, so is it... » Read More This camera looks awesome but... The image Stabilization question is my problem. I've heard IS is really handy when you take pics in motion. This camera seems to have good reviews, so is it that everyone likes the camera and they don't need IS or what is the UPS on this camera? « Show Less
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IS will NOT stop objects in motion. It simply helps to compensate for the camera's motion while the photographer is holding it, such as in low light conditions with a slower shutter speed or in telephoto conditions where a little camera shake would be magnified. The only way to stop objects in motion is to use a fast shutter speed.
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The image stabilizer is a good feature of a digital camera but it more helps for people who can't hold a camera still. I had my mom wave her hand back and forth and the picture still came out still. I also took a picture of a girl on those wheelie sneakers and she didn't come out blurry either.
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I think the pic quality is good. The pre setting modes work great. Bought this camera to use in Hawaii and took a lot of pics outside of water and they came out nice. We took a high end dlsr cam but used this one about 80% of the time. FYI the underwater pics were pretty good. Just try not to zoom in on things underwater andale sure you have it on the underwater mode. Hope this helps
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Hi: In regards to your question, I would say that this camera's flash is about as good as any other decent compact camera. With that being said, all on board camera flashes usually give marginal results; it's just the nature of physics and light. As a result, I rarely use the camera flash but rather use a dedicated flash and bounce it (just my opinion). Now that being said, as with all high end compacts, you can adjust the light output of the flash and thus can achieve decent results.
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I am having to think about reposition my fingers when I turn the camera on. Your natural grip has you hold the camera where the pop up flash is when you turn the camera on. I have had mixed results with the flash. On some shots it looks fantastic and seems to compensate exposure for nicely lit shots. Other times it is pretty typical of single source on-camera flash. I'm still getting use to the camera but would have liked direct access to the flash controls.
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Tracy I would keep looking for another camera. I've adjusted settings on this camera, even setting it to sport mode to remove shake, but pictures continually blur. It's difficult to take good shots even when people are just incidentally moving their arms or changing positions. I've noticed in the review section others having the same difficulty with this camera. It's not user error it's something inherent in the camera.
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Myrna, Have you gotten your camera, yet? If so, what do you think of it? This would be my first digital camera, and what attracts me to this is that it has manual controls. I would be learning photography on it, so I figure I should have manual and auto controls. I am looking to get a Panasonic because a sales person at Best Buy raved about them and said they have the best lenses. To be honest, I know practically nothing about photography, but have had an interest in it for many years. Do you think this camera would be a good plact to start, at least digitally? Thanks, M
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In practice, it means your ISO needs to be a bit higher than it would with a stabilized lens in some cases. It's certainly not a deal breaker for me.I find that the stabilization with the EM5 is helpful at times, but it doesn't do anything to help with motion blur from moving subjects for example. The gm1 is the camera I reach for most often and the lack of stabilization isn't really even a consideration for me.
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If you were on a moving taxi on a bright sunny day and taking wide shots you should be happy. You can go snapping away. I've taken a lot of moving (the subject moving) outdoor shots and I like the output -- much better than my old P&S; camera.If you were on a moving taxi at night you will not be happy with the quality of shots. Maybe a camera with better sensor might be better for you.
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In practice, it means your ISO needs to be a bit higher than it would with a stabilized lens in some cases. It's certainly not a deal breaker for me. I find that the stabilization with the EM5 is helpful at times, but it doesn't do anything to help with motion blur from moving subjects for example. The gm1 is the camera I reach for most often and the lack of stabilization isn't really even a consideration for me.
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There are instructions that tell you how. It's easy to switch back and forth between video and photos. I've had some trouble with the camera or the speed of the micro SD card not being able to write fast enough. The result is that the image gets stuck on a frame. If you're looking for a reliable camera, I would search elsewhere. This behaves more like a toy!
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It has a image stabilizer and if youre talking about advance what kind of advance like motion detection?!is!?I still would recommend it but if you want a advance one id recommend the JVCGZ-HD10U I love both cameras!! perfect for attaching fisheye and filming skate and travel trips
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Wed. 3/12/14....OK, so I checked it out last night, holding it in my left hand...I really don't see there being a problem. you may have to pay closer attention at first but you'll adjust to it, get used to it in no time and be able to really enjoy it. I love it myself. So, take care and invest in that camera. You won't be sorry.
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Thanks, Philip. I kept mine, still really pleased. Learned that shooting in "Auto" is my best friend right now (clear crisp photos at any distance from macro to nearly all zoom), but glad to hear the "shaken when stirred" is not a sign of something wrong, or about to go wrong. Best wishes.
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I do not have this cameara, but have been waivering back and forth for more than a week about buying it. Perhaps my reasons for such are the same that answer your question: there are such very mixed reviews about this camera, by users of all levels. Makes it hard to decide for me.
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I like this camera, but I haven't been able to get a great motion shot yet. I may be doing something wrong. I am not an expert. The zoom is fantastic.
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Of course the main reason to buy this camera is for shooting HD video but it is acceptable with still images as well. The image stabilization helps to freeze the action but not as well as a dedicated SLR or higher mega pixel point and shoot.
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I haven't used mine much. Still trying to figure it out. Tried it on a trip and got a lot of still pics, but no continuous video. Don't know what I did wrong yet. The pictures looked OK, so I think its just what I did. There's not much of an instruction booklet to help out.