DMC-TZ5 vs. DMC-FX35 On the surface, the TZ5 seems better in that it has more features. The aperture on the TZ5 isn't as large nor is the lens as wide, but it does have a longer focal length.I like both as they have 720p @ 30fps video recording.Which to choose? This will be our all-around P&S+video camera and we've LOVED our DMC-FX01 camera. My wife will carry it in her purse almost all the time.Please help us choose! Tell me which one YOU would choose and why.Thanks! DMC-TZ5 vs. DMC-FX35 On the surface, the TZ5 seems better in that it has more features. The aperture on the TZ5 isn't as large nor is the lens as wide, but it does have a longer focal... » Read More DMC-TZ5 vs. DMC-FX35 On the surface, the TZ5 seems better in that it has more features. The aperture on the TZ5 isn't as large nor is the lens as wide, but it does have a longer focal length.I like both as they have 720p @ 30fps video recording.Which to choose? This will be our all-around P&S+video camera and we've LOVED our DMC-FX01 camera. My wife will carry it in her purse almost all the time.Please help us choose! Tell me which one YOU would choose and why.Thanks! « Show Less
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yah the fact that the TZ5 has a 10x zoom compared to a 4x zoom on the fx35 - AND the zoom feature cannot be used in the fx50 during videos - ONLY THE TZ5 HAS THAT FEATURE
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i jsust tried out the tz5 at best buy and noticed after taking 3 photos in burst mode it stopped and i got a writing message on the screen while it saved the images which i've never seen on any other camera i've used. Does anyone know how long it takes for the tz5 to save the picture or was this normal?
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Thanks for the links, R.G.! Esp. the comparison. I've been holding off for THE p+s camera (to replace my Canon S410) and I think TZ5 is it.
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I noticed this too while playing with a display model. I am guessing that this behavior would not happen if it has a memory card in it.
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The tz5 is a lot slower to write to its internal memory than it is to a SD card, as mentioned in the manual. The demo tz5 most likely didn't have a SD card inserted.
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I just read your posting and it has been a month since you put it up so I don't know if your still interested in a comparison, so I will keep it brief. I got the X100 in July and the S95 a year ago but by coincidence I just took some test shots in the back yard this morning to compare the two as I will be using both at a BBQ on Sunday. The S95 looks good until you see it next to the x100. The X100 is the first digital camera I have owned where the photos look a bit more real than the other digital cameras I have used. I also have a Nikon D7000 and did some test shots while on vacation using it and the Nikon 12-24mm lens ( set at 23mm) and the X100 looks better, sharper than the $1000 Nikon12-24 lens. There are some down sides as is mentioned on many websites, but you can get used to them, or at least I did. On the video, I like the S95 by far as it is easier to get usable footage. The X100 is sharper and cleaner by a little bit, but the focus is not as good as the S95. The X100 is a great camera for what it is, and I really like mine.
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DMC-ZS6 has 12.1 MP while DMC-ZS25 has 16.0 MP so the higher number model is better.
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I own both. Bought one of first 18-200s made in Japan to go with my first dslr: D50 that I got for a trip to the Bahamas. Have wonderful images I still enjoy. Now have lightweight D5000 and super D7000. Bought 18-140 for light weight to hike w/D5000. Use 28-200 w/D7000 otherwise.Both focus quickly, iq is similar. Both have VR but 200 has active mode for shooting while moving, which I love. So 140 wins on weight, price, while 200 adds focal length and versatile VR.
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I just purchased the T500 and I'm very happy with it. If you don't see yourself taking any video, then the T700 is more feature rich. But, if you'll use the video feature the T500 is significantly better. The T500's HD video in decent lighting is impressive for such a small camera. The T500 screen resolution may not be as good as the T700, but I've found it more than acceptable. A friend of mine has a camera with "Smile Shutter" and he says he never uses it, more of a hassle then it's worth. I could see if you had kids who are reluctant to smile, it might be a nice feature. -Good Luck I just purchased the T500 and I'm very happy with it. If you don't see yourself taking any video, then the T700 is more feature rich. But, if you'll use the video feature the T500 is significantly better. The T500's HD video in decent lighting is impressive for such a small camera. The T500 screen resolution may not be as good as the T700, but I've found it more than acceptable. A friend of mine has a camera with "Smile Shutter" and he says he never uses it, more of a hassle then it's worth. I could see if you had kids who are reluctant to smile, it might be a nice feature. -Good... » Read More I just purchased the T500 and I'm very happy with it. If you don't see yourself taking any video, then the T700 is more feature rich. But, if you'll use the video feature the T500 is significantly better. The T500's HD video in decent lighting is impressive for such a small camera. The T500 screen resolution may not be as good as the T700, but I've found it more than acceptable. A friend of mine has a camera with "Smile Shutter" and he says he never uses it, more of a hassle then it's worth. I could see if you had kids who are reluctant to smile, it might be a nice feature. -Good Luck « Show Less
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I think the T5i is a better choice is you are willing to spend the extra money. It's faster and more capable, plus it comes with the newer 18-55 STM kit lens, which not only has benefits for autofocus during video, but it's also noticeably sharper optically than the older 18-55 kit lens bundled with the T5. The two have the exact same 18MP sensor, however, so image quality is probably very similar. Plus, you get an articulating LCD and capacitive touch screen with the T5i and the screen has more than double the resolution of the T5's. The T5 is not a bad camera despite its use of older technology, it's just way too expensive at it's starting price. If it were to drop down to say, $400-$450, it would be a better buy.
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Also not familiar with the FT5. I did a lot of research before I bought the Olympus. I have been very happy with this camera. We have taken it to the Caribbean twice and used it extensively in fresh and salt water without any leakage of water. The pictures are great, and the modes available for underwater and beach scenes are amazing and far better than other more expensive cameras that I have. I have also used the camera in extreme cold while skiing and have had great success with no problems with either video or still pictures. One of the best purchases I have ever made. Sorry I can't help with the direct comparison to the Panasonic. Also not familiar with the FT5. I did a lot of research before I bought the Olympus. I have been very happy with this camera. We have taken it to the Caribbean twice and used it extensively in fresh and salt water without any leakage of water. The pictures are great, and the modes available for underwater and beach scenes are amazing and far better than other more expensive cameras that I have. I have also used the camera in extreme cold while skiing and have had great success with no problems with either video or still pictures. One of the best purchases I have ever made. Sorry I can't... » Read More Also not familiar with the FT5. I did a lot of research before I bought the Olympus. I have been very happy with this camera. We have taken it to the Caribbean twice and used it extensively in fresh and salt water without any leakage of water. The pictures are great, and the modes available for underwater and beach scenes are amazing and far better than other more expensive cameras that I have. I have also used the camera in extreme cold while skiing and have had great success with no problems with either video or still pictures. One of the best purchases I have ever made. Sorry I can't help with the direct comparison to the Panasonic. « Show Less
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I'm still shopping, but the deciding factor for me is going to be the wider angle on the S95. The only way I get into photos is to hold the camera at arm's-length, and the difference between 28MM and 36MM makes a big difference to me. Since this is for my wife, where simpler is better, it would be a no-brainer if the SD4500 had the same 28MM-wide lens as the SD4000. Too bad they changed it.By the way, the f2.0 on the wider lenses makes a big difference to me, too. The SD4500 starts at f3.5.I want the better HD video features of the 4500, but will probably get a compact HD video camera for that some time in the future (where I will complain about the photo features ;-) ) I'm still shopping, but the deciding factor for me is going to be the wider angle on the S95. The only way I get into photos is to hold the camera at arm's-length, and the difference between 28MM and 36MM makes a big difference to me. Since this is for my wife, where simpler is better, it would be a no-brainer if the SD4500 had the same 28MM-wide lens as the SD4000. Too bad they changed it.By the way, the f2.0 on the wider lenses makes a big difference to me, too. The SD4500 starts at f3.5.I want the better HD video features of the 4500, but will probably get a... » Read More I'm still shopping, but the deciding factor for me is going to be the wider angle on the S95. The only way I get into photos is to hold the camera at arm's-length, and the difference between 28MM and 36MM makes a big difference to me. Since this is for my wife, where simpler is better, it would be a no-brainer if the SD4500 had the same 28MM-wide lens as the SD4000. Too bad they changed it.By the way, the f2.0 on the wider lenses makes a big difference to me, too. The SD4500 starts at f3.5.I want the better HD video features of the 4500, but will probably get a compact HD video camera for that some time in the future (where I will complain about the photo features ;-) ) « Show Less
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1) HD Video taking, with zoom during movie mode 2) decluttered interface(menu ring is easier to navigate, playback mode within reach 3) one-button to zoom to max 10X, another press to activate EZ-Zoom 4) 460k LCD(its 230K during recording mode, probably to maintain the high refresh rate, but 460k in playback mode) 5) intelligent modes-&gt; automatically decide which scene mode to do, and the intelligent-exposure mode(somehow adjusts the exposures for different parts of the sensors to get a even-light shot) 6) one of my favorite modes is the multi-aspect mode, its when the camera takes 3 pictures(one for each aspect ratio 3:2,4:3,16:9) at once and saves it all to the camera, allowing you to choose which aspect ratio you want 7) higher burst rate mode 8) think its a better flash from TZ3, but still lacking 9) updates from TZ3: using flash no longer freezes exposure at 1/30.... i have the TZ3, want to upgrade to TZ5 but don't want to spend $ just yet
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I own both the SX30is and S95. Of course the 95 can do RAW and the 30is can't so that is one thing to take into consideration if you do a lot of Photoshop work. Even with it's fantastic zoom tests (see this test I've posted elsewhere:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C1e05eKoiEI still like the sharpness and versitility of the 90 - and end up using that for most of my friends and neighbors shots, parties etc. Both cameras have their place and Canon has done a great job.I spent many years hauling around an F1 and various lenses. It's so nice to have these two cameras, both of which fit in one bag, to do almost everything my old films SLRs did. I am very pleased. I own both the SX30is and S95. Of course the 95 can do RAW and the 30is can't so that is one thing to take into consideration if you do a lot of Photoshop work. Even with it's fantastic zoom tests (see this test I've posted elsewhere:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C1e05eKoiEI still like the sharpness and versitility of the 90 - and end up using that for most of my friends and neighbors shots, parties etc. Both cameras have their place and Canon has done a great job.I spent many years hauling around an F1 and various lenses. It's so nice to have these two... » Read More I own both the SX30is and S95. Of course the 95 can do RAW and the 30is can't so that is one thing to take into consideration if you do a lot of Photoshop work. Even with it's fantastic zoom tests (see this test I've posted elsewhere:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C1e05eKoiEI still like the sharpness and versitility of the 90 - and end up using that for most of my friends and neighbors shots, parties etc. Both cameras have their place and Canon has done a great job.I spent many years hauling around an F1 and various lenses. It's so nice to have these two cameras, both of which fit in one bag, to do almost everything my old films SLRs did. I am very pleased. « Show Less
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FZ35 is the way to go!!!! GREAT CAMERA!!! GREATauto FEATUES!!!Great video quality.....check out my uploads on youtube....search TIGERDRUCE..... all taken with the fz35....Agreat camera!!!....use the extra $$$ for lenmar dlp 006 lithium batteries and a panasonic 16gb sdhc card on amazon. you will not be disappointed!!!!
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I bought the TZ5 (really liked the size and LCD) and ultimately returned it in favor of the SX 110. Just took a trip to Italy and am generally pleased with the photos I got. Excellent color, clarity, and the zoom came in handy. It's not the most rugged camera in the world, but with reasonable care, I think it will be fine. I'm not sure I will ever "love" this one, but it does its job very well.
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I currently own the FZ35, last week I received the FZ100 and within two days sent it back..yesterday, I received the FZ40 and have spend some time compairing the pictures side by side and I have to say the FZ40 is better..the pictures are more sharper and detail is very good. I enjoy the 3" screen and the video is excellent. Since I take mostly pictures of my dogs, this camera responds very well..Hope this helps
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I am also comparing these 2 Cameras. I want to use for Snorkeling and Beach pictures on our upcoming cruise. My preference is for Quality Underwater Photos over how stylish the actual camera is. Also, I am looking for the one with the Best Zoom Capabilities.......Anyone out there own one of these cameras ???
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Bill,Thank you for the information. I also looked at some HD solutions from your typical consumer digital camera's but was turned off by the short recording time and large storage space required. It seems you cannot use the zoom feature at all with the DMC-FX35K while shooting video with it. For $199.99, I think the Vado HD is your best choice for HD video recording. Cheers!Oscar V.
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I have tried both and frankly I actually prefer sigma version. Why? Price and speed. 85 is very temperamental, it has to be perfect for it to work good, and do we have perfect clients who dont move? I work with children and do travel photography, sigma is my perfect friend. See photos on my blog at larissakphotography.com/blog
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I am also comparing the two and cannot make a decision. Help, please. I am not that interested in video, but most concerned with qulaity of photo (true colors & sharpness) and the use in low light (indoor). I have concerns about the flash and what I have read is not too promising. Is one of these cameras better than the other in low light situation....without the use of 'flash'?