Panasonic Lumix DMC FX550 review
Verdict
Quite simply the Panasonic FX550 (or FX580 for those across the pond) is an excellent little compact. Its simple design makes for easy functioning, further championed by the 3in touch screen, AF tracking and 25mm wide angle lens.
On occasion the autofocus may be a little slack, but with the fountain of other options that the Lumix FX550 puts on the table it's forgivable; especially when considering the excellent AF-tracking mode to ensure your subject (however non-stationary) is in focus. Image quality is good in decent light and, although less reasonable in dimly lit conditions, there is always the flash there to save your shots.
Find the Panasonic Lumix FX550 at the right price and you'll have a wide angle compact with manual modes to be proud of. At around the £250 mark you'll be hard pressed to find a much better deal. In short: What Digital Camera recommends the Panasonic Lumix DMC FX550.
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October 12 06:49
Rob Jons
Well, does this compact have an eyepiece or not? I didn't notice it mentioned in the text. You don't show a shot of the camera from back for some reason... Being forced to look at screen to compose is a deal-breaker for me. You have to be more clear about that.
October 12 09:58
ML
The FX550 has no viewfiinder / eyepiece. http://www.panasonic.co.uk/html/en_GB/Products/LUMIX+Digital+Cameras/Stylish+Compact/DMC-FX550/Overview/2032357/index.html?view=angle&angle=3
November 20 20:10
James Thomas
I am considering the Lumix FX 550 or Nikon S560. Which should I go for? I take a lot of photos of my young children and need a compact that shoots quickly
January 20 17:00
Tina
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