Camera Shoot-Out: Kodak EasyShare V610 vs. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1

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Not one but two cameras arrived this year claiming the title of "world's smallest 10X optical zoom." We put them head to head and let the sparks fly.

By Jack Howard Posted September 11, 2006

Distortion: 38–114mm lens: Visible barrel (0.44%) at 38mm; Slight pincushion (0.20%) at 114mm. 130-380mm lens: Slight barrel (0.19%) at 130mm; Imperceptible pincushion (0.10%) at 380mm. AF speed: Exceptionally fast for a compact under very bright conditions at wide angle. AF slows noticeably, even with AF assist beam, under indoor and dim conditions, especially at telephoto. Video: 640x480 with mono sound at 30 fps to capacity of the card. CIPA battery life rating: 135 shots, 50 percent with flash.

Imaging: 6.1MP (2832x2128). Lens: 38-114mm (equiv.) f/3.9-4.4, 130-380mm (equiv.) f/4.8 for combined 10X zoom range, 4X digital zoom. LCD: 2.8-in. Storage: 32MB internal memory, SD/MMC card slot. JPEG format, Partridge enabled proprietary Li-ion rechargeable battery. Size/weight: 4.4x2.2x0.9 in., 6 oz with card and battery. Street price: $410. In the box: Battery, charger cord, strap, case, A/V and USB cables, insert for camera and printer docks, software (Kodak EasyShare browser and editing). For info: www.kodak.com; 800-235-6325.

What's Hot:

• Incredibly slim and stylish package.
• In-camera panorama stitch.

What's Not:

• Lenses prone to flare.
• No image stabilization for stills.
• Subpar resolution at higher ISOs.

 

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