REVIEWS / POINT AND SHOOT / PANASONIC INDIA PVT LTD

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 Review

19 Jun, 2012, 9:44 am IST | by Aaron Almeida | Point and Shoot

Point and Shoot

Hand grip featured at the front

Hand grip featured at the front
Mode dial located at the top
Flash can be tilted upwards
Zoom lens can also be featured as part of the kit
Connectivity options found at the side

PRICE IN INDIA

44,000

TECH2 RATING

7.5

AVERAGE USER RATING

8.0

How we test

CONTACT

Panasonic India Pvt Ltd

 prdesk@npi.panasonic.co.in

 +91 124 4596 600

 www.panasonic.co.in


Performance Continued
While capturing videos in Full HD 1080p, we observed that there was a lot of detail noticed and there were no transition issues while panning from a dark area to a bright one. The video played back well on the camera’s display as well as on the computer. There was no real cause for complaints while shooting videos from this camera. A neat feature here is the pop-up flash. Besides offering a lot of brightness, the flash can be tilted upwards, so the light does not hit the subject directly. Panasonic bundles a 1010mAh battery with the camera and the brand has rated it at approximately 300 shots. But the life of the battery also depends on how much video is recorded as well as the use of flash in photographs.

Hand grip featured at the front

Hand grip featured at the front

 


Verdict
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 is available in India at an MRP of Rs. 44,000. The camera does really well in terms of design, features and performance. When it comes to pricing, the camera is priced more or less on par with its rivals, such as the Nikon 1 V1. However, the latter does come equipped with a viewfinder, making it convenient for photographers to get that accurate composition. This is probably the only reason where the Nikon 1 V1 has an advantage over the GX1. In terms of image quality, both cameras stand tall and there is nothing to really differentiate between the two. In comparison with the GF3, the GX1 does slightly better because of the added features.

This camera is ideal for those who are already familiar with photography and want a smaller portable option, as opposed to their DSLR. If one does not already own a DSLR, then this would also be a great option, if they have the money to spend and an inclination to learn the art of photography by fiddling around with the different settings to get the perfect shot.

Page 2:

Features

Page 5:

Performance Continued - Verdict


Tags:

Panasonic GX1 , Panasonic GX1 review , Panasonic GX1 reviews , Panasonic GX1 reviewed , Panasonic GX1 price , Panasonic GX1 best price , Panasonic GX1 price in India , Panasonic GX1 cost , Panasonic GX1 features , Panasonic GX1 specifications , Panasonic GX1 specs , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 review , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 reviews , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 reviewed , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 price , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 price in India , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 best price , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 cost , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 features , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 specs , Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 specifications , Panasonic DMC-GX1 , Panasonic DMC-GX1 review , Panasonic DMC-GX1 reviews , Panasonic DMC-GX1 reviewed , Panasonic DMC-GX1 price , Panasonic DMC-GX1 price in India , Panasonic DMC-GX1 features , Panasonic DMC-GX1 best price , Panasonic DMC-GX1 specs , Panasonic DMC-GX1 specifications

Would you buy it?




 


How We Test

The Tech2 Labs receives many products every single week and each of them is tested with the utmost care and highest level of objectivity. There’s a constant effort to reduce and totally eliminate subjectivity. Each product is tested according to set test processes so the same test scenario is used.

Verdict
The ratings awarded to a product are derived from a number of tests and calculations, keeping certain important factors in mind. These factors consist of features, performance, quality and value for money. In case of software and some other categories, build quality might be replaced with ease of use or ease of installation. Products are compared with other products in a similar price range or product category.


Features
The features component of the score is rated based on the kind of features present on a particular product. Features are a big part of what people look for when they’re buying a new product such as a phone or a camera.

Performance
The performance score is derived from the benchmarks and tests run on the product. In case of the subjective scores, an average of the scores given by the group of reviewers is considered.

Build Quality
The build quality of a product is important so that it doesn’t fall apart after some use. The build quality scores from the way the product is designed and the kind of materials used in the product.

Value
Value for money comes from the fact that a cheap product is able to provide most of the performance of a higher priced product. Once again, value for money is judged by comparing pricing and performance of products in a particular price range or category. 

There are many other aspects of the product that are looked at such as the bundled software and accessories. All of these scores are aggregated together to form the final score.

What do the ratings mean?

Ratings are simple - higher the score, the better the product. A brief listing of the features and what they mean are given below.

1 - 3

The product is bad in almost every aspect. We strongly advise against purchasing this product.

4 - 6

An average product that isn't the best you can buy, but isn't the worst either.

7 - 8

Product with this rating is highly recommended because it's priced sensibly, has a good set of features and performs well.

9 - 10

Exceptionally excellent product with features and performance unlike any we've seen in the past. A must-have for everyone!

What is the Average User Rating?

We at Tech2 take product reviewing very seriously and every product is tested with the utmost care and level of objectivity. The end user who buys a particular product and uses it over an extended period of time has his own take on a product and there might be nuances that he or she can shed light on. The Average User Rating is present to help readers get the complete picture of how good or bad a product is. The Average User Rating is calculated by averaging the ratings by the thousands of readers visiting Tech2.com every single day. To record your own rating of a product, simply click on the user rating bar. If you disagree with our ratings or our community's product rating, please don't hesitate from voicing your opinion in the comments section below the review.

Leaked Images, Availability, Pricing,
Specs, Pre-order

Asus Transformer AiO Review

Asus Transformer AiO Review

18 Jun, 2013, 02:20 AM

Alcatel OneTouch Idol Ultra

Alcatel OneTouch Idol Ultra

18 Jun, 2013, 02:14 AM

LG X Boom CM9730 Video Review

LG X Boom CM9730 Video Review

21 May, 2013, 05:42 AM

3.2

MORE VIDEOS

5 Mistakes to avoid when shooting photos

5 Mistakes to avoid when shooting photos

It’s not the camera, it’s the person behind it! While it may not be...

By Anand Tuliani

Market Watch: Entry-level Digital Cameras

Market Watch: Entry-level Digital Cameras

We list 20 entry-level digital cameras across all popular brands to help...

By Anand Tuliani , Rajesh D'souza

G.O.T.Y. 2012: Compact Digital Cameras

G.O.T.Y. 2012: Compact Digital Cameras

Want to choose from the best compact digital cameras launched in 2012?...

By Anand Tuliani

MORE FEATURES