Looking to replace old point and shoot. Looking to use this at Mardi Gras. How is it in low light situations?
515648
Hi,I'm not a good expert in photography. Nevertheless, the pictures taken under low light situation are clear and good quality. My pictures at sunshine and sunset are very clear. I did not even need the flash systematically. The automatic function picks the automatically the adequate option for the pictures. Hopefully, this helps you to decide.
1189653
Works great in low light, but depends on the lens you use and what your shooting.
19800
It has performed very well for me in low light situations. I have been startled a few times by the brightness of the recorded image. I usually use a Pentax 18-250mm lens.
1540292
Thanks for your inquiry.Yes, it works extremely well in low light environment because of its High Dynamic Range sensor.
1078010
Low light with the kit lens is pretty bad. At f3.5 even with image stabilization you have to crank the ISO up. I'm talking on the beach by torchlight low light mind you. I mostly use the Sigma 19mm and 30mm f2.8 and the extra stop makes it a lot better. I'm sure with the Panasonic 25mm f1.4 this camera shines in low light. I recently took my G5 with 19mm to a gaming convention and the pics turned out really well.
1290793
I have not used it in a really low light situation yet. I have taken pictures in the shade and the clarity is excellent. I used the "Automatic" selection on the camera and I've been happy with the ones taken in the shade.
1477871
This is my second Lumix and I only used it for a short while and gave it to my granddaughter. I think I had the same thing happen and fixed the flash part by playing around on the menu settings. When I got my first Panasonic about 3 years ago it was highly rated for taking fast in low lighting. I drop my small cameras alot and that took it's toll. That's why I won't pay over $150 for a camera and besides they change technology so fast. But I was disappointed in this camera because the focus is off in some of the shots. So I read new reviews and bought a Canon Power Shot ELPH340 HS this time. I am happier with the Canon but did pay more. Lee
1553934
I am currently using it on my trip in Italy. And when I played with the exposure a bit it has worked great for shooting some of the sights at night around Rome.
50980
Low Light Performance indoors is good in my opinion. The flash works great. I can finally take photos indoors in really low light, without having to turn on all the lights in the room. Zoom is great also. I really love this camera. I really wanted to take action shots of my dogs running and playing. And the action shots are incredible. No blur. Really crisp.
111838
If you aren't using the NiteShot mode, it is very poor in low light. Extremely grainy and nigh unviewable. NightShot works brilliantly, though.
567353
I have the Sony. (Took 3 thousand photos and video on an international trip). It is mostly fine, but there are 2 complaints with which I agree on the message boards. 1. Blue purple tint and glare from the lens coating in bright sunlight. 2. In general, not perfectly sharp pictures usually. (I have 5 year old Kodak 5mp that is often more sharp). The good...amazing motion stabilization. 'Able to take photos in almost any light condition without the flash!! I also have some good photos from moving vehicles. Very compact and no protruding lens or lens motor. Quick startup. HD movie is ok also. Acceptable battery life. FYI. There are assorted complaints about the Canons also. I have now read enough not to expect perfect photos from ANY point and shoot, but like you, I hate to drag around that Nikon. (You might try one of the new cameras with a bit larger sensor, like 4 3rds).
2265612
The pics in low light are excellent....and the built-in flash, should you care to use it, is compensating!
943784
Seems to handle low light shooting (Especially with high ISO) very well: http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2012/10/09/night-time-street-shooting-with-the-sony-rx1-amazing-high-iso-samples/
1034420
It depends on your definition of low light and picture use. I love the results, I shot at a school musical (Les Miss) (GX7 + 20mm f1.7) with excellent results (I can send you originals for your review at your request). The BEST option for low light will be a large format camera with very bright lenses, (maybe a Hasselblad?). I don't like to set the ISO over 1600, but the camera goes up to 25000. What is your current camera?, what will you measure the results aganist? What is your budget?, What will the pictures be used for?
1034418
That depends on how close you are to the stage (light source). The best camera in low light photography is the Sony A7S.
859028
It is much lighter than the Sigma 50-500. Still not real light. In most situations since it is image stabilized you will get great clear crisp shots. In lower light I would use a tripod. GREAT LENS!!!!
665733
No problem w/ sound quality but more a problem w/ soft focus a lot of the time in normal photos'. Just not as "sharp" as in past models of the Lumix. The ZS19/20 seem to be the last models that were still sharp. Hope that helps..."