Panasonic Cameras

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Anyone use them are they good.

Thinking of getting this (http://www.ritzcamera.com/product/542391909.htm?GSESID=ydaeslu1fygugqzjsb4vnw3z&GSID=4387101&GSCID=1) when it comes out. Have read one preview review http://www.dpreview.com/news/0809/08091202panasonic_DMC_G1.asp, anyone know of anymore reviews of it?

[masherscf]

Anyone use them are they good.

Thinking of getting this (http://www.ritzcamera.com/product/542391909.htm?GSESID=ydaeslu1fygugqzjsb4vnw3z&GSID=4387101&GSCID=1) when it comes out. Have read one preview review http://www.dpreview.com/news/0809/08091202panasonic_DMC_G1.asp, anyone know of anymore reviews of it?


Dpreview is a good site. I recommend Nikon and Canon only because good lenses are easier to find. But, WTF would you want a red camera?

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Dpreview is a good site. I recommend Nikon and Canon only because good lenses are easier to find. But, WTF would you want a red camera?

Because I am different. Why settle for black when ya can have red. :D

[masherscf]

Because I am different. Why settle for black when ya can have red. :D

Well, red will mark you as a poser from a mile away IMHO.

Here are my 2-cents. This Panasonic camera may have competitive features with Nikon and Canon consumer models of the same price point. But, someday you'll want a professional grade DSLR. Right now Nikon and Canon professional grade DSLRs are unmatched. The body you buy is not as important as the line of lenses you buy into. With a DSLR, glass is everything. Canon, Sony, Sigma and Minolta glass are proven. Who is going to make Panasonic glass?

If you start collecting lenses for this Panasonic body, it will be much more expensive to upgrade to a Nikon or Canon body later because you also have to replace all the lenses as well. However, if you buy a Canon or Nikon body now, you can begin to acquire lenses that you'll keep your entire life even if you upgrade bodies later.

This Panasonic camera is designed for entry level DSLR users that are confused with numbers and lists of features and don't know about lenses and are tunneling on the body itself.

If you never plan to buy another camera, this Panasonic camera is fine. However, if you imagine a career in photography or even just a serious hobby, you'll need a professional grade DSLR...that mean a Canon or a Nikon.

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Well, red will mark you as a poser from a mile away IMHO.

Here are my 2-cents. This Panasonic camera may have competitive features with Nikon and Canon consumer models of the same price point. But, someday you'll want a professional grade DSLR. Right now Nikon and Canon professional grade DSLRs are unmatched. The body you buy is not as important as the line of lenses you buy into. With a DSLR, glass is everything. Canon, Sony, Sigma and Minolta glass are proven. Who is going to make Panasonic glass?

If you start collecting lenses for this Panasonic body, it will be much more expensive to upgrade to a Nikon or Canon body later because you also have to replace all the lenses as well. However, if you buy a Canon or Nikon body now, you can begin to acquire lenses that you'll keep your entire life even if you upgrade bodies later.

This Panasonic camera is designed for entry level DSLR users that are confused with numbers and lists of features and don't know about lenses and are tunneling on the body itself.

If you never plan to buy another camera, this Panasonic camera is fine. However, if you imagine a career in photography or even just a serious hobby, you'll need a professional grade DSLR...that mean a Canon or a Nikon.

Blah Blah Blah...;) :p

Don't worry I am 99% sure I will get a Nikon.

Just wondering anyone out in the camera field or review of stuff has got to see it in action or what.

[masherscf]

Blah Blah Blah...;) :p


You asked... I won't bore you with any more advice.

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Aww come on now ya know I was just foolin round.

When I do get that Nikon should be proud of yourself since your advice is the major factor in the reasons for going with the brand.

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Here are my 2-cents. This Panasonic camera may have competitive features with Nikon and Canon consumer models of the same price point. But, someday you'll want a professional grade DSLR. Right now Nikon and Canon professional grade DSLRs are unmatched. The body you buy is not as important as the line of lenses you buy into. With a DSLR, glass is everything. Canon, Sony, Sigma and Minolta glass are proven. Who is going to make Panasonic glass?Leica, so yeah ... good glass. Same as they use in their cameras (both high end camcorders and professional one).