Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 / DMC-FX78

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 13 expert reviews

Excellent:

3
Good:

8
Average:

2
Bad:

0

Pros:

Large screen.
Good stills and video quality.
Capable focusing system.

Cons:

LCD screen could be more details.
Lack of image details at 100%.

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Last revision on March 29, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Large screen
Good stills and video quality
Capable focusing system
Slim body
Large 3.5-inch touchscreen LCD
Sleek and stylish design
Unobstructed access to battery and memory card compartment

Reviewers Didn't Like

LCD screen could be more details
Lack of image details at 100%
Zoom rocker a touch too small
Menu system
Poor menu navigation

Expert reviews and ratings

Smart in both looks and brains, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 produces some of the best images of any digital compact we've tested over the last couple of months. We're not so keen on the handling as the sleek, trim body is devoid of easy grab...

By CNET UK on November 18, 2011

There's plenty to like about the FX77, from its large and responsive touchscreen and decent focusing performance through to its reasonable image quality. It's a pity images aren't a little more detailed, but with regards to reliability and...

By What Digital Camera on August 11, 2011

The FX77 has plenty of features such as the f/2.5 lens and touch-screen which aren't found on many compact digital cameras. Images produced are good whether shooting close-up or using the full 5x optical zoom, with the intelligent zoom a welcome...

By ePHOTOzine on July 18, 2011

Panasonic Lumix FX77 / FX78 verdict The Panasonic Lumix FX77 / FX78 is a 12.1 Megapixel compact with a 5x stabilised zoom and a big 3.5 inch touch-screen display with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Slimmer and lighter than previous FX models, the Lumix FX77...

By Camera Labs on July 01, 2011

A stylish compact that offers more features than most. The touch screen can sometimes be a hindrance, but this is outweighed by the camera’s capabilities Overall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews, features and...

By Digital Camera Buyer on May 09, 2011

While smartphone users will find the graphical menu interface easy to master, the FX78 is basically a camera that offers good image quality without comprising on style....

By CNET Asia on May 06, 2011

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 Review: OverviewIn recent years, Panasonic has gone from being a general electronics manufacturer to being the biggest threat to the market leaders in the digital compact camera sector. This is all thanks to the company's...

By TechRadar on May 04, 2011

A fun 3D mode and good colour filters to lift snaps beyond the average – and though it's not cheap, it's good value...

By Computeractive on March 30, 2011

Once the stuff of science fiction movies, touch screens have gradually worked their way into our everyday lives to such an extent that we would hardly bat an eyelid at finding one incorporated into the latest pair of Nike's, let alone feel the...

By Trusted Reviews on March 28, 2011

Shortly after the CES Show in January of this year, Panasonic introduced four high-end compact digital cameras, including the stylish Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77, also known as the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The new Panasonic DMC-FX77 camera is...

By LetsGoDigital on May 26, 2011

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