The Fuji F200 EXR Is One Of InfoSyncWorld's Four Best High Performance Compact Digital Cameras (2009) – Mike Perlman:
The Fujifilm Finepix F200 EXR was probably the ultimate surprise performance of the year, for this compact truly blew our initial expectations out of the water and far away. To lay it straight on the table, the Fujifilm Finepix F200 EXR is not pleasing to look at, courtesy of its muddy brownish paint job and hourglass sponge-like chassis. However, a quality imaging powerplant lies within this unassuming and plain design. The Fujifilm Finepix F200 EXR cranked out an image performance that was on par with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Canon PowerShot G10 in bright and low light, and we're pretty sure its 12-megapixel 1/1.6-inch Super CCD EXR sensor had something to do with it.
We shot in various Dynamic Range boosting modes and achieved some excellent results. The Fujifilm Finepix might not be stocked with a plethora of standard features, for the camera has a max shutter speed of eight seconds. But what the camera lacks in tradition, it makes up for with innovation, thanks to the wealth of effective EXR shooting modes. Don't expect good looks or a stellar interface from the Fujifilm Finepix F200 EXR, but if you're looking for a compact with the best image quality in this price range, look no further.
Canon Powershot G10 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 In InfoSyncWorld's Four Best High Performance Compact Digital Cameras Report (2009) – Mike Perlman:
"Anything you can do, I can better", sings the Canon PowerShot G10, which is strikingly similar to the aforementioned Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 based on appearance alone. But upon further investigation, it becomes apparent that the Canon PowerShot G10 has a layer cake-style ISO dial mounted underneath the Mode dial. The Canon PowerShot G10 also adds an optical viewfinder and boosts the megapixel count to an obtuse 14.7. Keep in mind that the Canon PowerShot G10's 1/1.7-inch sensor is slightly larger than the Lumix DMC-LX3's, so we did attain a better overall image performance from the Panny.
The Canon PowerShot G10's lowest shutter speed is also 15 seconds and the highest ISO is 1600, so we went with the Lumix DMC-LX3 in the features department. However, the Canon PowerShot G10 flaunts a superior interface with an Exposure Compensation dial, menu Set dial and 3-inch LCD. It's a tossup, so we suggest taking the Canon PowerShot G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 for test drives before settling on either one.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 Is One Of InfoSyncWorld's Four Best High Performance Compact Digital Cameras (2009) – Mike Perlman:
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 teleported us back to a time when compact film SLRs roamed the earth, only this time with a fixed lens and entirely digital guts. Its 10-megapizel 1/1/63-inch CCD succeeded in cranking out beautiful images in bright and low light, and the Lumix DMC-LX3 never skimped on features while we were in the field. Not only does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 offer an excellent shutter speed range of one minute to 1/2000-second, the ISO max is 3200 and the camera has a few artsy filters such as Pinhole and Film Grain.
Why own both the Panasonic LX3 and Ricoh CX1? – Nick Bland, on the photos he took with the Ricoh:
These taken at the long end of the zoom on CX1 … definitely something my LX3 unfortunately can't manage, which is why I use them both.
What's impressive is that I've not had a single blurred image with the CX1 due to camera shake – the image stabilisation works brilliantly at all focal lengths, right up to 200mm, which along with its ultra fast-focusing ability means its easy to grab a shot when there's little time.
Worried about the Panasonic LX3's lack of zoom at the telephoto end for travel photography? – Bellefield says:
Outdoors in good light, most cameras will give you a good image, but I am surprised by how many pictures I am now taking indoors, either on my travels (cathedrals, churches, etc) or at parties or events, and most of them are keepers.
For me the low light ability on the LX3 combined with the wide angle lens (again, great for indoors where you want a maximum field of view) gives me many more opportunities to take pictures than a long zoom would.
Canon G10 vs Panasonic LX3: Enrique Owns Both – Enrique:
The G10 has a better screen, visible in bright sunlight, longer zoom and it's a bit less noisy at base ISO. The LX3 is considerably smaller and lighter, so more pocketable, offers native 16:9, has a faster lens, is less noisy at higher ISO, it has a great 24mm wideangle and IQ is a bit more 3D.
To a great extent, it is a matter of personal preferences. I hesitated a lot, that's why I have both, but not long ago I realized that I have 3 times more keepers with the LX3. I would keep the LX3 without a doubt.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 / DMC-TZ7 – Paul Schubert, who was trying to choose one of the two compact cameras, which will then be used "… primarily for family shots (two young kids)", says:
While I was very keen on the LX3 for its larger sensor and faster lens, in the end I opted for the TZ7/ZS3 because I just couldn't tolerate the tiny zoom on the LX3. I guess you can crop/digital zoom the LX3, but if you're going to be doing a lot of zooming then you may as well go for the dedicated zoom lens. I've found I've been using the full range of the zoom more than I expected, so I'm glad with my decision in that regard. I do find some of the features of the ZS3 a bit gimmicky and unnecessary, and I still lament the small CCD sensor, but I think the camera strikes a reasonable balance as a jack of all trades compact.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 vs Fujifilm F200EXR – DigitalRev writes:
With the right knowledge, the LX3 will outperform the F200EXR most of the time without fail. However, that is not to say the F200EXR is inferior. It is easy to use and gives consistent results. In the right situation, it can better the LX3's results. This of course is limited to the situations when its High Dynamic Range mode is employed. In High Resolution mode, you would expect the LX3's optics to give you more clarity and light given its larger aperture and better glass. This would likely be the case as well in most low light situations as well. The F200EXR truly stands out in High Dynamic Range mode, and given the price difference between the two cameras, its performance is really excellent value for money. However, for those who prefer to take control of their settings, the Panasonic Lumix LX3 would be the best bet.