I am comparing two camera's.
1. Panasonic - Lumix 7.2MP Digital Camera - Silver
Model: DMC-LZ7S SKU: 8258459
6x optical/4x digital zoom; 2.5" TFT-LCD
2. Samsung - 10.1MP Digital Camera - Black
Model: NV11 SKU: 8292171
5x optical/5x digital zoom; 2.7" TFT-LCD monitor; Schneider Kreuznach lens
one has 10.1 mps yet only 5x zoom
the other has 6x zoom and only 7.2 mps
so which is better? I am comparing them on Best Buy.com
there is also a dramatic price difference, I just want to know what is really needed. I want to be able to take closer pictures when I am on the boat and taking pictures of friends water skiing. Both factors are important, but neither one is the bottom line, decision maker. I'd rather have a digital SLR with 6 MP than a point and shoot with 10 MP if you are only considering image quality. When it came to my pocket-sized point and shoot camera, though, I chose pixels over optical zoom, because I can always crop in the computer. I have three pictures for you to check out. Read the captions carefully so you understand exactly what you are looking at. This series is comparing the difference between optical and digital zoom, but it also shows the value of a decent number of pixels. Be sure to hit "All sizes" and then "Original" to appreciate the differences.
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Personally, I would think 6 or 7 MP is perfectly adequate for almost any shooting short of pro level photography. Put this behind a camera that zooms to an equivalent of 130-200 mm and there is little that you can't shoot other than some wildebeests half a mile away. You COULD go with a camera that boasts BOTH features, like the Canon S3-IS or S5-IS or the Sony DSC-H2 or DSC-H9. Then we'd have to have the whole discussion about image quality and sensor size, but that's a whole different matter... The TZ3 looks like the best choice out of the group of three that you considered. Just watch out for using the widest view (28 mm) and stick under ISO 400 whenever you can. http://www.dpreview.com/review... Report It
Read the review and understand the limitaions and you will do well with the camera.
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Hi Nicki,
Here's one comparison between these two very different cameras. Be sure to read the user reviews.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_...
I've handled the Samsung at a local Target store and was impressed. But I've always liked the specs of the Panasonic line, too. (Geez, he's no help!)
Both cameras have the anti-shake feature that's important for you. But it looks like the Samsung may come out ahead. Even though the zoom is only a 5.4x, the extra megapixel resolution should let you crop the photos in your computer for a comprable or better image.
If there was a bigger difference in zoom ratios, I might suggest otherwise, but here, I think the Samsung comes out better. It felt solid in my hands and the interface was easy to use. higher optical is alot better.
you can take fantastic pics with 2 mp | 