Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 12 MP Micro 4/3 Compact System Camera with 3-Inch Touchscreen LCD and 14-42mm Zoom Lens (Black)
I think you feel about this camera is really going to depend on whether you are coming from. If you are an athlete looking for a DSLR and the portability that is much more likely to be disappointed by the lack of control points of the camera.
On the other hand, for the elevation of a point and shoot camera I confess that this camera can do is to come from a Canon S90 that I bought a couple of years ago looking for a camera that does the job better. in low light conditions compared to the usual point and shoot S95 is definitely a step up from what I had before, but recently I have become frustrated with the limitations of the sensor and is also interested in exploring the world of it. Lens.
What I do not want. You DSLR camera for portability is extremely important to me, the camera can be slipped into a pocket or purse is only useful for me, not GF3 can not put in your pocket, like the S95, I have. But they were still smaller than the smallest DSLR, and is among the smallest mirrorless camera model.
The small size is nice, the next question is how good the quality is? If you are a step forward from the highest point and shoot like me, probably will not notice a significant difference in light conditions, but with my old GF3 S95 fan is in low light conditions. This service is provided with a warning. But that's what you want with the camera lens to get the necessary light. If you're not going to buy more than you will not see the advantage over the end of the high-and-shoot, and you can consider one of these cameras is (Canon S100, Olympus XZ-1. X100, Fuji).
In my case, I'm happy to go out and buy a Panasonic 20 mm f/1.7 for low light photography. This lens allows me to shoot at shutter speeds from 1/40 to 1/100 of a second in low light conditions, the ISO will end up grainy, but the S90 (1600 or 3200), I found it. I was under the shade of pets and children that I was not able to go forward.
It 'hard to notice. Yes, there is a slight grain to it. But that's okay, and if what you are doing is sharing your pictures on Facebook or by e-mail is hardly noticeable. I do not want to push the ISO 6400 standard.
What about control? In my case, I found that the combination of the color screen and touch me all the control points that I want or need to have the FN was awarded with the ISO standards and the extent of access control. light, the image size and select the Flash via the touch screen can be customized with a wide range of control How do I control access to all other controls that I want, drive mode, white balance, focus and exposure.Shot mostly in open mode and was very pleased with how quickly I can adjust the settings.
So bottom line, if you are upgrading from point and shoot and are willing to take advantage of the fact that this is a camera with interchangeable lenses to buy (ES), which suits your needs, this may be a machine photo. To the point and good shooters. Do not forget that the real long-term investment in the goals, you can upgrade to a better future and continue to use the lens at any time you buy them in the future, one of the great features of the camera system. this
