Testseek.com have collected 113 expert reviews of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1.
September 2009
(83%)
113 Reviews
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Users
(92%)
35 Reviews
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The editors liked
Panasonic has solved the problem of auto-focus speed in a compact camera using the contrast detect method. There is little difference between the focus speed of the GF1 and any SLR at the same price. Images are sharp with excellent contrast. Image qua...
Panasonic has solved the problem of auto focus speed in a compact camera using the contrast detect method. There is little difference between the focus speed of the GF1 and any SLR at the same price. Images are sharp with excellent contrast. Image qual...
Compact form factor with interchangeable lenses. Built-in flash. Excellent image quality
The editors didn't like
The camera's ergonomics and implementation of controls are not the best. The Olympus E-P1 has been criticised for its user-unfriendliness but we would rate it better than the Panasonic. But once the GF1's idiosyncrasies are understood
It is easy...
The camera ergonomics and implementation of controls are not the best. The Olympus E-P1 has been criticised for its user-unfriendliness
But we would rate it better than the Panasonic. But once the GF1's idiosyncrasies are understood it is easy enough...
No in-body image stabilisation. Viewfinder not included
The lens, the lens, the lens! Shoot at wider apertures than f/2.8 and the results are a joy to behold –go back to a camera with a narrower aperture range and it suddenly feels very restrictive, We also like the stylish looks and quality build quali...
While the pancake lens is great, the choice of other lenses is tiny compared to the Canon or Nikon SLR system, The Lumix DMCGF1 is a bit bland looking compared to the retro Olympus Pen and it suddenly gets bulky and awkward when you pop up the flash or...
We really like this camera, mainly because of the lens, superior sensor, intelligent design and handy exposure widgets.Low light performance is good too. It might not be as chunky as the PowerShot G11 or as chic as the Olympus Pen, but it’s definite...
Abstract: Electronic ViewfinderTo line up your shot, you can use the GF1's LCD screen, which is large, accurate and easy to use. However, it does struggle in bright sunlight. The solution: an electronic viewfinder, sold by Panasonic as an optional extra.While we...
Abstract: At the time of writing, there are only two truly compact Micro Four Thirds System cameras available. Both are similar when it comes to functions and dimensions. Olympus and Panasonic are the promoters and developers of the Micro Four Thirds system, and...
Abstract: Video Review: Meet the Panasonic Lumix GF1, one of the smallest and lightest system camera available. With 12.1 megapixel pictures from a camera half the size of normal DSLRs, Kevin Pereira and Olivia Munn find out if its Intelligent Auto Mode, 720p vi...
Abstract: Panasonic takes the compact Micro Four Thirds format to the next level with the GF1, delivering sharp, good-looking photos from a camera that focuses quickly, accepts an optional electronic viewfinder and, best of all, fits in your jacket pocket....
Abstract: The video functions on the Panasonic GF1 are rather limited. Its maximum video resolution is 1280 x 720, the camera doesn't offer manual ISO or shutter speed control in video mode, and we noticed numerous editing programs having trouble with the AVCHD ...
More compact than a D-SLR. Fast focusing speeds. Extremely sharp images. 720p30 HD video capture. Built-in flash. HDMI port with CEC support.
Noisy images at ISO 1600 and higher. No optical viewfinder. No optical image stabilization with 20mm lens.
The best micro-four-thirds camera we've seen so far, Panasonic's Lumix DMC-GF1 offers a D-SLR experience in a body that's not much bigger than a superzoom camera....
Compact body with DSLR-sized sensor, Detailed 3in / 460k screen and optional EVF, HD movies with choice of encoding formats, Great Auto mode and full Manual controls.
No stabilisation in body or 20mm kit lens, Viewfinder is a pricey accessory, Screen suffers from reflections in bright light, Focusing restrictions with many lenses.
When Olympus and Panasonic developed Micro Four Thirds, it was cameras like the E-P1 and GF1 which really had enthusiasts excited: the dream of squeezing a DSLR sensor and interchangeable lenses into as small a form factor as possible. And in this res...
Published: 2009-10-29, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com
Excellent photo quality and performance for its class; comfortable, streamlined design; interchangeable lenses.
EVF costs extra; can't use EVF and hot-shoe flash simultaneously.
The best interchangeable-lens compact we've see thus far, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 delivers great photo quality and performance in an enthusiast-friendly shooting experience. Like competitors, however, the lack of an optical viewfinder limits its u...
