gadgetshow.channel5.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:14
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1 is a 12.1MP ruggedized compact with 4.6x optical zoom (28-128mm). It has a 2.7-inch LCD, 720p HD video mode, face recognition and AF tracking. Waterproof to 3m, dustproof and shockproof for 1.5 falls, it measures 98x63x23mm...
Following the impending nuclear/swine flu/nanotechnology apocalypse, you’ll be glad you invested a few extra quid in this bullet-proof camera. Its metal shell and toughened LCD can easily resist the attacks of brain-starved zombies while the wideang...
Panasonic’s designers may have suffered one too many surf-board wipeouts. The FT1’s buttons are small and awkwardly placed, and its main control dial is slippery, making it difficult to change settings in the best of conditions, let alone when...
If you’re intent on punishing your camera, the Olympus Tough-8000 can dive deeper, fall further and freeze, er, cooler than the Panasonic. But if you want a decent all-round, all-weather snapper, the FT1’s wider zoom range, good stabilisation...
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Photoradar.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:14
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At first sight, Panasonic's FT1 looks the nearest rival to Olympus' mighty Mju 8000. It's a similar size, weight and shape and is also waterproof, shockproof and operable down to -10 degrees.The buttons are small and close together and the markings don...
At first sight, Panasonic's FT1 looks the nearest rival to Olympus' mighty Mju 8000. It's a similar size, weight and shape and is also waterproof, shockproof and operable down to -10 degrees.The buttons are small and close together and the markings don...
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techradar.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:15
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del.icio.us reddit! TechBlips Facebook Stumbleupon Newsvine tweet At first sight, Panasonics FT1 looks the nearest rival to Olympus mighty Mju 8000. Its a similar size, weight and shape and is also waterproof, shockproof and operable down to -10 deg...
Water, shock and freezeproof, HD movie recording, Wide-angle zoom...
Controls fiddly for use in water or cold...
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trustedreviews.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:15
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There is no clear winner here, with each camera having its own strengths and weaknesses. The little Fuji W33 is the ideal budget snapshot camera for an active lifestyle, but the Canon D10, while less pocketable is the best performer underwater and has the best overall image quality...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:16
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The FT1 is Panasonics first attempt at an all-terrain digital camera. Waterproof to depths of 3 metres, it can withstand falls from heights of 1.5 m and operate in temperatures as low as -10 °C. But does it have everything else were looking for in...
Robust: waterproof, shockresistant, Easy to use, HD 720p video and HDMI port, Accidental use avoided, Powerful Intelligent Auto mode...
Proprietary USB connection, Screen could be improved, Holding down the power switch is a nuisance...
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The DMC-FT1 has an industrial appearance that manages to be both rugged and stylish. Underneath its aluminium shell, internal components are encased in a resin chassis to absorb impacts. The camera passes US Military Standard tests to survive falls...
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practicalphotography.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:17
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The 12.1 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1 is waterproof to a depth of 3m and sports a design that could be described as ‘hard as nails’, with its solid outer shell and chiselled looks. It’s not just cosmetic, as the FT1 can be dropped from 1.5m withou...
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Panasonic DMC-FT1EVERYONE would love to take more pictures at the beach. The sand and sea are typically the most fun places for friends and family and naturally great for capturing special memories. However, cameras can be ruined by a grain of san...
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For $699, Panasonic brings you the LUMIX DMC-FT1, which you can drop on the ground, in the snow, in the water and on the sand, without damaging it. Its the companys first toughened camera, and the only rugged camera on the market to date thats also capable of shooting high-definition video. We first played with the pre-production model of this camera in February and were largely impressed with its features, user-friendliness and picture quality. Now that weve got our hands on the actual ret...
Waterproof down to 3m, shockproof up to 1.5m, can record HD video at 1280x720 pixels, versatile focusing modes...
Has a zoom slider instead of buttons, slow shooting performance, poorly placed rotational dial, no tap controls, a little pricey...
There’s plenty to like about the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FT1 apart from its rugged build — it takes great still images and good videos, making it a true hybrid. We think Panasonic should ditch the zoom slider and replace it with buttons, and also...
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The Lumix DMC-FT1 represents a new concept for Panasonic: a tough, slimline digicam that is shockproof to 1.5 metres, waterproof to a depth of three metres and dustproof to the IP58 standard. Olympus has already been down this tough camera track but...
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For all its features, the menu is simple to navigate. Where things get complicated, though, is the number of fiddly external controls. Cameras as compact as this are always going to have small buttons, but on this occasion it often hinders quick opera...
Excellent widescreen LCD. Full of features. Solid and substantial...
Awkward control buttons. Images lack sparkle. Rivals ‘more’ waterproof...
Built to last but not enough pizzazz when it comes to pictures...
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Do you think that pretty colors are for girls? A quick glance at the three available shades of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1S will change your mind -- and have you reaching for your wallet . The rugged, faintly industrial-looking chassis and non-pastel hues...
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So far Canon and Olympus have launched water-resistant cameras, each of which can be dunked down to 10 metres, along with shockproof and dustproof features. Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-TS1 (also known as the FT1 in some parts of the world) is in similar vei...
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Share Review posted 5/6/2010Quick TakeProsiAuto shooting mode; Dedicated Video Capture Button; AVCHD Lite HD video capture is high quality and small files; "Tough" features: Waterproof, Dustproof, 5ft. Drops; Excellent Image Quality; MEGA O.I.S. is ver...
Steve's SnapShot12.1-Megapixel Imaging Sensor2.7-Inch LCD Screen4.6x Optical zoom lens: 28-128mm (35mm equivalent)MEGA O.I.S.Dedicated Video Record ButtoniAuto modeWaterproof to 10ft.DustproofSurvive drops from 5ft.AVCHD Lite HD video captrueSD/SDHC me...
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1 joins the growing list of rugged cameras that you can take almost anywhere and which will survive almost anything. Waterproof, shockproof and dustproof, the Panasonic FT1 (also called the TS1) should handle whatever you or...
In the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1 we have a take anywhere, use (almost) anywhere pocket camera that combines sophistication with resilience; if we look back at the toughened likes of Fujifilm's Big Job and even Canon's recent pug-like PowerShot D10 w...
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In this Gadling gear review, I'll introduce you to one of the newest cameras in the Panasonic Lumix lineup. The DMS-TS1 is the first shock and waterproof from Panasonic. The basic specifications are very respectable - 12 megapixel photos, a 4.6x wide a...
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Announced at the beginning of 2009, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1 / TS1 is a 12.1 megapixel compact with a 4.6x optical zoom and a 2.7in screen. It's Panasonic's first waterproof camera and can be submerged to a depth of 3 metres. Though not as slim a...
Great image quality, Waterproof to depth of 3m, HD video with optical zoom, HDMI port.
Slow power on button, Design and controls not ideal underwater, Poor AF underwater, Very stiff mode dial.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1 / TS1 is an excellent all-round compact that can also be used in the water to a depth of 3 metres. It has a 12.1 Megapixel sensor, a good all-purpose 28-128mm equivalent optical zoom with very effective image stabilisation...
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Panasonic is a new-comer to the world of rugged cameras and so one would expect it to have plenty of teething problems, but Panasonic have definitely done extremely well in proving them wrong. The Lumix DMC-TS1 is one sleek piece of engineering and is...
Smooth in design; good performance; superb photo and video quality; HD movie capture, a wideangle lens, and a long battery life.
Photos are not sharp, prices are a bit steep.
The TS1 qualifies for both a rugged as well as an everyday pocket camera. It may be priced at $399.99, but the TS1 is something that you cannot judge by looking at the price tag. Panasonic have really pulled a rabbit out of the hat here with the TS1...
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It's not the most rugged, waterproof, or compact of its kind. And its photos aren't the best. But for some reason I really like this camera. Maybe I'm wrong. The Price: $400 The Toughness: It's rated to about 10 feet and for drops of 5 fee...
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Some photographers are careful enough that they never have to worry about dropping a camera, or getting it wet. For the rest of us, most major camera manufacturers make ruggedized pocket cameras that can withstand the elements and keep on shooting...
4.6x wide-angle lens. 720p AVCHD video capture. Intuitive interface. HDMI port.
Image quality drops significantly at the outer edges of the frame. In our tests, water leaked into the battery compartment, resulting in some internal rusting. Zoom slider only worked sporadically after several trips to the beach.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 is built for abuse, but in our tests this ruggedized shooter didnt quite live up to expectations...
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itp.net
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2011-09-23 10:15:07
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The Lumix DMC-FT1 is Panasonic's first rugged point-and-shoot camera and the company claims that it is waterproof, dustproof and shockproof. Is it a worthwhile investment?Over our month long test period we exposed the camera to water, dust and the occa...
A tough point-and-shoot camera that will go the distance when it comes to light outdoor activities...
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A review of the first of Panasonics Rugged compact cameras. The DMC TS1 is dust-proof, waterproof, shock-proof, offering HD video recording and a multitude of innovative scene modes that cut the complexity out of taking really good photos. Read on...
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electronicsme.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:13
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If you tend to be a little rough with your cameras and you need something that can withstand the abuse, then you may want to check out the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. With a market full of a variety of different point and shoot cameras, the DMC-TS1 stands...
In conclusion, the Panasonic DMC-TS1 may just be the perfect point-and-shoot camera that can go anywhere the photographer does. While it is more rugged than other models on the market, you should still take care in this point and shoot as it can still...
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infosyncworld.com Updated:
2011-09-23 10:15:14
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Panasonics new rugged compact is ready for you to kick sand at its lens and toss it in the ocean. Did it live through our rigorous tests? Read the full Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 review to find out.
Good overall still image and HD video quality, even underwater. Lots of juicy features...
Not as tough as we expected. No viewfinder. Pricey...
Right now the rugged compact market is a sea of emerging models, each flaunting waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof, dustproof and eventually Earth proof. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 is one of the better choices out there, right alongside the Canon P...
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The TS1 is a feature-packed compact camera that just happens to be waterproof. It produced some of the best image quality in this group test at lower ISO settings, and was the best at high ISO settings. It is let down somewhat by interface annoyances...
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For all its features, the menu is simple to navigate. Where things get complicated, though, is the number of fiddly external controls. Cameras as compact as this are always going to have small buttons, but on this occasion it often hinders quick opera...
Excellent widescreen LCD. Full of features. Solid and substantial...
Awkward control buttons. Images lack sparkle. Rivals ‘more’ waterproof...
Built to last but not enough pizzazz when it comes to pictures...
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Until recently, the rugged camera market has been dominated by Olympus for years (the reason being, up till this year, no one else in the market came up with any offerings in the rugged camera sector). Yes, at the time, those cameras were unique – bui...
Until recently, the rugged camera market has been dominated by Olympus for years (the reason being, up till this year, no one else in the market came up with any offerings in the rugged camera sector). Yes, at the time, those cameras were unique – b...
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Panasonic has produced a real winner with the Lumix TS1: a digital camera that you can take anywhere, rain or shine, underwater, and you can even mistreat it and itll still turn in better photos than many other digital cameras on the market. Althoug...
Waterproof to 10 feet, Shockproof from 5 feet, Dustproof, HD movie mode, HDMI output, Wide-angle 4.6x zoom lens, Optical image stabilization works very well, Mode dial serves as thumbgrip, Substantial build, Wrist strap with locking slide, Switch insta...
Detail is somewhat soft, even at low ISOs, No optical viewfinder, Zoom is too fast for video mode, Flash is easy to cover accidentally, Flash fires in Intelligent Auto mode even when subject is way out of range, LCD doesnt show movie aspect ratio unti...
Panasonic has produced a real winner with the Lumix TS1: a digital camera that you can take anywhere, rain or shine, underwater, and you can even mistreat it and itll still turn in better photos than many other digital cameras on the market. Althoug...
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This April 2009, Panasonic will launch its newest Lumix digital camera. The Lumis DMC-TS1S is an eyeful that will be available in silver, green or orange, and is packed with enough features to turn the heads of even a hard-bitten gadget freak.Uniquenes...
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Panasonic has joined the ranks of a number of other companies producing a tough, water-proof camera that can take a significant amount of abuse. The DMC-TS1 shoots 12-megapixels, comes in silver, green and orange, can deal with up to 10-feet of water...
Large buttons, Clear menus, Decently waterproof, Good manual controls, Wide variety of image sizes...
Not as resilient as some competitors, No direct aperture or shutter controls, No way to set metering, Proprietary USB slot...
The DSC-TS1 from Panasonic has joined a market where a number of other manufacturers have already released water and crush proof cameras. It doesnt have quite the level of toughness of the Olympus 1030SW, and will have a hard time settings itself a...
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