Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS20 - Expert Reviews

Pros: Improved Intelligent Auto mode ; vibrant 10.1Mp images ; large, good quality LCD screen

Cons: Occasionally lethargic shutter response times, Easy Zoom seems pointless, not compatible with FS5 marine case

Verdict: The DMC-FS20 is every bit as impressive as the FS5; offering the same hassle-free interface with a slightly bigger LCD. If you're a casual happy-snapper with exacting standards (and zero patience), it will definitely satisfy.

Review summary: Take a look at the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS20 As the headliner for the new FS-series, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS20 makes a daring entrance into an already packed point-and-shoot market. Panasonic launched the Lumix FS20 to service a broad audience of ...

Pros: -Attractive design -Optical image stabilization -Large 3-inch LCD -Easy to read menu system -Fast, accurate autofocus -Three aspect shooting ratios (16:9, 4;3, 3:2)

Cons: -Tiny buttons and lack of main mode dial -Ineffective joystick control instead of a four-way controller -Lack of comfortable grip / handling that previous Panasonic point-and-shoots possess -Limited manual controls -Near-$300 price tag

Verdict: Our first impressions of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS20 are that it makes an unexciting entry into the pocket digital camera market. It does, though, earn some major points for looks and a generous 3-inch LCD, optical image stabilization, wide 16:9 ...

Review summary: The Panasonic Lumix FS20 is another 10.1 megapixel camera. It comes with a 4x optical zoom lens (Leica DC Vario-Elmarit branded F3.3 - F5.8) and a variety of 'intelligent' modes that sense moving subjects and camera movement to choose the right ...

Verdict: It features a 3.0 inch LCD (230,000 pixels)

Review summary: It may not have the most striking design, but the solid metal body and level of finish give the FS20 from Panasonic a real quality feel. The spec list ticks all the right boxes, too. There's a 10Mp sensor and a 4x optical zoom lens, with a film ...

Review summary: Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FS20 can do everything but cook your dinner in full auto-mode. Check it out in our video review.

Pros: Joystick control. Optical image-stabilization. Excellent automatic mode.

Cons: Problems with noise. Washed-out color reproduction.