low light photo of panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS15: How about the picture quality of dim or low light ?
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Everyone has their own version of "low light." Note that even so-called low-light cameras have built-in flash units. In the category of pocketable, long zoom cameras, it compares favorably with the Canon SX230 and is a notch better than either the Panasonic ZS-10 or the new ZS-20. The DMC-ZS15 has the same sensor as the FZ-150. As for how it has done, take a look: http://randywakeman.com/A2012LookatCompactDigitalCameras.htm . You can get better ISO 1600 results with the Fuji FinePix F660, but you won't like the Fuji's video attempt. The BSI-illuminated dinky sensors are better, yet in no way comparable to larger, bulkier, full-sized DSLR's with APS-C sensors.
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In that kind of environment, where you're standing in the dark but the kids on stage are lit, it performs very well. In fact, we had a concert at my church a couple weeks ago and I shot in those precise conditions... and the pictures turned out great! Oh... don't be afraid to bump your ISO, even up to 3200, and you should be fine. ヅ
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For me major difference was Canon having ISO 100 - 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light whereas Nikon D3100 only has ISO up to 3200. That makes Canon a much better option as far picture clarity in dim light is concerned. I do agree that it is 12 mp but that's not too less compared to 14mp. Major CONS of canon do include 720mp video but if video isn't that important, i would stick with CANON..
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I can't answer your question. Every area we are using it in has at least low light even at night. I can tell you the picture is nice & clear and easy to make out in the low light
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Yes, you can get pretty good pics under low light conditions. I've tried similar cameras, and I didn't get better quality pics than the ones I've got from the WX50.
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I'm really surprised at how well the camera does at low lighted events. I usually take both flash pics and no flash pics but find many times the pics taken with available light are better than with the flash. Hope that helps.
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Yes, this camera performs well in low light settings.. You just need to familiarize yourself with the different settings (fyi - there is a setting for "low light"). I agree with Paul's response -- it does a pretty decent job even with the flash turned off.
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If you aren't using the NiteShot mode, it is very poor in low light. Extremely grainy and nigh unviewable. NightShot works brilliantly, though.
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Unfortunately I don't know the answer. We have just started using it and haven't had the chance to use it in low light. We do think it's a really cool camera though.
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It does well in low light, and its macro is good. It also adjusts focus and brightness automatically. Its not as fast as a dedicated video camera, but it does the job well. The built in stereo microphone is also very good. I hope that helps
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I love my camera. I just had twins, so I take picture all the time. I haven't had any light issues. I would recommend this camera.
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I have found that it produces acceptable images in fairly low light. I don't try to take pictures in almost total darkness so I have no experience there. Under a full moon it took acceptable pictures of animals in my yard. HTH
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Have not driven under those conditions but overall the camera has excellent low light capability. At night the camera view is always much brighter than the actual light level. I am very happy with the low light recordings.
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What about low light performance? I took SD900 to Japan for cherry blossom viewing. Flash is definitely a big no no for taking those kinds of pictures at night, so I used Hi-ISO or ISO 3200 all the way. The night cherry blossom pictures turned out to be amazing. Video was fantastic too. I haven't yet read any comment on how SD800 performed in low light situations. Any experience?
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I don't have any answers, but share your concern about pictures in dark areas. I bought a Kodak EasyShare (DX 4530) a couple of years ago. It takes excellent pictures in bright light (outside). Indoor pictures are mostly crap. Are Kodak's newer cameras any better?
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Hi there. I haven't checked the quality of the video with low light, if that is what you are asking.
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Here is one more review on the Panasonic from cnet:http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/panasonic-lumix-dmc-zs10/4505-6501_7-34505713.html?tag=mncol;lstcameralabs.com has posted some test photos as well.. not their full review yet though.