Best Panasonic Digital Cameras - 0.48 to 1 lb. Weight, 1 to 4 x Optical Zoom

'Top-notch high ISO performance'

'The supplied external flash worked well indoors, with no red-eye and adequate exposure. '

'aesthetically pleasing camera'

'The GF2 is a nice camera for those new to more advanced photography, as it works well in both automatic and manual modes. '

'aesthetically pleasing camera'

'Fast and responsive'

'This is a great step-up camera for anyone who feels shackled by automated settings as well as a great on-the-go camera for anyone accustomed to a DSLR. '

'brilliant camera'

'It has a host of new specifications and features that should make it a superior camera to its predecessor. '

'Advanced yet pocket-sized.'

'Great learning tool and/or DSLR replacement.'

'Camera construction is very sturdy. '

'selective focus'

'Fast focusing speeds.'

'smallest possible compact system camera'

'The fastest shooting rate possible with live view is 2.8fps.'

' Panasonic has done a good job of mixing intermediate photography features with easy-to-use features in the Lumix G2, making it an ideal entry-level DSLR camera. '

'We found that the Panasonic G2 is suitable exactly for whom it's designed for: a camera for the compact camera upgrader, who will find welcome in its user-friendly features, rather than the DSLR downgrader who might find the ISO performance a little lacking.'

'Overall, the Panasonic G2 is a big improvement on the G1, offering a refreshing new way to interact with the camera.'

'very well-designed and user-friendly camera'

' it's a solid camera '

'Its relatively compact size makes it a suitable for anyone who wants similar capabilities to a digital SLR but not the bulky size.'

'GH1 is just as exciting for film-makers and keen photographers alike.'

'In summary, the Panasonic GH1 is better able to compete with the best from Nikon and Canon, and bests other Four Thirds players like the Olympus E-30 and even the Panasonic G1.'