Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80

Pros: Optically stabilized lens ; great color reproduction ; can shoot widescreen video

Cons: Noisy, soft pictures ; very slow performance

Verdict: Though it stands out as one of the least expensive digital cameras to sport optical image stabilization, the LS80's performance and pictures simply don't hold up against competing budget cameras.

Review summary: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 (announced 21 January 2008) is an 8.1 megapixel point and shoot camera with a 3x optical zoom lens (33mm - 100mm equivalent). The Lumax DMC-LS80 features a Lumix DC Vario branded optical zoom lens, a 2.5 inch LCD with 230 ...

Pros: Low price, sharp images, lots of features considering cost

Cons: Some noise issues, a little haloing, slow start-up time

Verdict: Users looking for an entry-level digital camera are spoiled for choice at the moment and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 is one of the better options, providing good quality pictures and a ton of features at a very affordable price.

Review summary: Panasonic succeeds with the LS80 by offering a relatively affordable compact with nice image quality and well conceived ergonomics.

Review summary: panasonic lumix dmc-ls80 review: Though it stands out as one of the least expensive digital cameras to sport optical image stabilisation, the LS80's performance and pictures simply don't hold up against competing budget cameras.

Pros: Optically stabilised lens, Great colour reproduction, Can shoot widescreen video

Cons: Noisy, soft pictures, Very slow performance

Verdict: Though it stands out as one of the least expensive digital cameras to sport optical image stabilisation, the LS80's performance and pictures simply don't hold up against competing budget cameras.