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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 Camera User Review

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From Colin4May

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 Camera User Review

FAVORITE PHOTO SHOT WITH THIS CAMERA: Sparky isn't dead, just sleeping!

Name of product: 

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3

Approximate date of purchase: 

May 2011

My Review 

I think that this is a great camera. I started off being a bit intimidated by it, but I persevered and am glad I did! I thought it would have too many features, but you just need to take it one step at a time.

I'm not a camera "techy," so I can't give you chapter and verse about the technical details. I thought the price quite heavy, but for the features, and compared to other cameras, it represents a reasonable, if not good, value.

After three weeks, I find I am becoming more familiar with the controls, and I can see that this camera will be my faithful companion for some while ahead!

Camera "pros" 

Good manual controls, lots of features, and nice photos! I like the feel of the camera. It nestles nicely in my hand!

Camera "cons" 

None really, there are cheaper digital SLRs, but you pay for what you get!

Is this camera easy to use? 

About average

How is the image quality in good lighting? 

Shoots great photos

How is the image quality when using the flash? 

Shoots great photos

Do you like the camera's style and feel? 

Yes

How is the camera's LCD screen? 

Very sharp and bright

Do you feel like the camera is/was a good value? 

Yes

Would you recommend this to a friend? 

Yes

Kyle Schurman, Digital Cameras Guide, says:

Thanks for the review, and I'm glad the G3 is working so well for you - good luck working with it in the future!

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