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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