Panasonic TA-1 Ultrathin HD COMPARED TO Kodak PlaySport? I am comparing these two cameras and having trouble deciding. Has anyone tried both or have a recommendation?
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I have the Kodak zi8. I took it to Macchu-Pichu and performed beautifully well, spite being banged a few times. I am not sure the Panasonic would stand the roughness, even though it performs well. And the Kodak has a larger screen, so you can see what you are filming.
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Depend on what you want. Panasonic has 4X zoom and an embedded light for obscure conditions. However, this is no water proof. Kodak's zoom is almost half of the Panasonic, no embedded light but it is Water Proof which is the main advantage.
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Has anyone compared the quality of stills from these cameras? I like the faster burst rates on both these cameras (I shoot a lot of sports with my kids). I rarely shoot over ISO 400 and I do not have the capability to print larger than 8x10. Which is the better output in terms of images?
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I am looking for a camera of this range. My short list is like this Panasonic FZ 100, FZ40, Fuji Film HS10, Kodak Easyshare Z 981 and Olympus SP 800 UZ. Basically I am looking for a camera useful for birdwatching - distant shots, high optical zoom, faster speed etc. can you pl help me in selection. e mail haridas53@gmail.com
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I am also looking at these two cameras. My needs are a good low light performance as well as action sport shots. I had purchased the Panasonic FZ8 but have returned it because the inside low light pictures were very noisy and grainy. It took great outside pictures and was responsibly fast. I'm currently wanting to try the Sony but don't like the idea of having to buy a memory stick for it, I have a few sd cards that the Canon takes.
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No review because... it's not released yet! :) Can't review what's not there.But I do agree with you, this camera does seem to have everything that a semi-professional or budget-professional could want in an SLR digital camera. It's just a shame that I have to wait until October, because I have a wedding to shot in September and my old digital SLR isn't working properly (have had it for several years).Just one negative to this sweet baby... according to the pictures, I do not see a hotshoe. :(
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I am looking to buy my first camera in 7 years. I too am looking for something a little more portable than a DSLR. But I want a camera that effortlessly takes great pics. I am torn between the new Panasonic ZS20 and the Panasonic DMC LX5. If anyone could give a good compare contrast I would be glad to listen. Thanks
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Hi Wayne! This camera is excellent for everything. You can shoot everything from sports car racing to baseball games. K30 paired with a great lens and you're good to go! I love this camera!
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Thank you so much for the tip. I never intended to use the camera for video, so therfore I never read the instructions. I really wish the camera came with a manual. We travel a lot and the camera has so many functions I don't keep up. But I must say I love the Panasonic, the pictures are terriffic. I'm a SLR person, and got the Pansonic for ease of use and not having to lug all the lenses etc. around.
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Didn't get but one answer. Bought the Panasonic TZ 3 and i am VERY happy with it so far. No regrets about the choice. Very good quality of 8x10 enlargements even without any corrections. Sturdier than the Cannon i think. Two other friends just bought it also.
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Thanks again. I'll be deciding by the end of the week, because I'll have to return the Canon by Saturday! Another thing re: the Panasonic is that you can attach certain lenses to it to extend the zoom and possibly some other stuff. I like that Idea. I love cameras with big wide lenses on them!Take care, and thanks for your thoughts.
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I'm guessing you want to use this with some type of telescope? To mount your kodak PlaySport to? The PlaySport will only mount to this if it has a tripod screw hole on it somewhere, and if it does, then you would have to make sure you could line up the camera lens with the telescope. I hope that helps. I'm guessing that it won't work with the kodak.
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These are the two camera's I am also deciding between. I have heard such good things about the panasonic...but I have no idea how they compare!
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Shutter lag is almost zero - one of the principle reasons I opted for the Panasonic brand. WYSIWYG results. The FZ50 fits this old SLR guy like a glove, and I don't have to carry multiple camera bodies around my neck. The Leica lens doesn't hurt either. However, I think if you are looking to shoot fast action sports there are better choices out there if multi-image features are important to you. This one camera has all my old equipment sitting dusty on a shelf somewhere...
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David, I posted this question on another site and a person said the only reason they would lean towards the Canon because it has headphone/mic jacks. I, personally, have found that the Canon seems to get better video quality reviews but the downside is that isn't using the default settings. Almost all the reviews says the settings need to tweaked in some fashion. So I am starting to lean towards the Canon.
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I think it is a no brainer...I just took the Zi8 back to Target with a resounding: "I hate this video camera." The software is the worst. I thought I was watching a 1950's home movie as it jerked it's way through the frames. Also, the auido and visual were not in sinc...I hope it is not too late to keep you from buying the Kodak. Maybe other's have had better luck. I just bought the Flip Mino HD and like it alot. Software is a snap....None of these low end videos are great in low lighting or with a zoom. All have their drawbacks but for the bucks and easibility, I think worth it.
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I purchased my camera for this reason. I love it!!! My son plays baseball and I can focus on him and the fence isn't the focus. This is different than the cannon rebel. Also it has the multiple shot mode so I catch everything. I LOVE this camera!
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Did either of you consider the 900 Titanium? It seems like a nice camera at the same price. Thoughts?