digitalversus.com Updated:
2011-09-23 12:29:57
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Reinforced locking For underwater exploration at up to 10 m deep, the Panasonic FT2 has a reinforced battery compartment with a well-designed dual-locking system to stop it coming open accidentally. It's easy to manoeuvre, even for those of us with la...
Pluses, Waterproof to 10 m, shockproof to 2 m, Simple interface and good iA mode, Separate video recording button, Good picture quality at low sensitivities, Design by Hummer...
Minuses, Noise apparent from 400 ISO, Zoom and shutter release buttons easily confused, Proprietary USB port, Dark lens, lacks brightness, Design by Hummer...
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digicambuyer.co.uk Updated:
2011-09-23 12:29:57
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In the arena of tough compacts, is the FT2 a knockout? If sea, sand, or even snow is on your agenda this year – the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT2 promises to be a strong contender for the ideal travel companion. Improving upon the specs of its older bro...
With specs to impress, the FT2 will prove a strong contender for the longer-established Olympus Tough range. Its durability will cope with the toughest of conditions, without sacrificing image quality...
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Are you a well-travelled adventurer likely to find yourself in need of a camera whilst wading through a marsh, scaling a sheer rock face or trudging through frozen tundra? Or just liable to dropping your gadgets on the nearest hard surface? Well, the P...
The Chuck Norris of cameras? We put Panasonic’s tough snapper through its paces...
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Hard on the heels of the popular DMC-FT1 comes Panasonic's latest 'rugged' digicam, the equally slim, but even tougher, DMC-FT2. Resolution has been increased to 14.1 megapixels and the body of the new model is waterproof to 10 metres instead of three...
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14.1 megapixels can be expected from the Lumix, and the exceptional Leica lens zooms from a wide 28mm to 128mm. The rear of the camera sports a 2.7in LCD to the left with all controls grouped logically to the right-hand side. Most functions are selected with...
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Take the zoom control, for instance. Most ruggedised cams eschew the standard circular zoom dial in favour of something less likely to snap off on a piece of Andean mountainside, and the FT2 is no different. But its zoom rocker is a lot more fingertip...
Hard as nails. Easier to use than most tough cam rivals. Takes lovely snaps...
Some may find the 4.6x optical zoom limiting...
Easy to use and capable of great snaps, the FT2 is the finest rugged camera we’ve seen...
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The one time that almost all of us have a camera within easy reach is when we are travelling. A lot of us actually put off buying a camera until just before the big trip, to make sure we are getting the latest and greatest for the time that we need it...
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IndestructibleThe low-down: T in the TS2 stands for tough. This 14 megapixel camera with 28–128 Leica branded lens is waterproof to 10m, shock proof for drops up to 2m (onto plywood) and works in temperatures from -10 to +40°C. The body is nicely made and...
Like: The image quality can be good when due care is exercised. Like all compact cameras this one is unforgiving. ISO must be no more than 200. Exposure must be spot on – underexposure leads to noise, overexposure to loss of detail in highlights.
Dislike: The control buttons are too small for convenient use, even without gloves. The LCD is poor and pessimistic – images that look terrible reviewed on the LCD come up well on the PC...
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 is hard-to-beat as a take-anywhere point-and-shoot camera. Not only does it look and feel well built but it is also waterproof, dustproof, shockproof and freezeproof — ready to go where you want to go. Handling of an u...
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consumersearch.com Updated:
2011-09-23 12:29:51
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The rugged Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 (also called the DMC-FT2 in some regions) is critics' favorite waterproof camera. You can dive with it, ski with it, bring it to the beach or drop it on the pavement, and the Panasonic keeps on ticking. Experts say th...
Waterproof up to 33 feet, Weatherproof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, Shockproof to 6.6 feet, Dustproof, Good image quality, Superb HD video, with optical zoom...
Expensive, No lens cover, No viewfinder, Some users report leakage...
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When it comes to all weather cameras there aren’t too many to choose from but there are some pretty good and swanky models. For instance the recently reviewed Olympus Tough-3000 proved to be a versatile little camera and the Panasonic DMC-FT2 promises...
Good color reproduction, Sharp and crisp images, IS performs well, Excellent build...
Boxy look, Panning issues during video recording, Expensive...
Apart from the conventional VGA video recording the FT2 is also capable of recording videos in HD but at a scaled down resolution of 720p. Having said that the overall clarity of the video is a little disappointing as it doesn’t appear as crisp as a no...
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Take the zoom control, for instance. Most ruggedised cams eschew the standard circular zoom dial in favour of something less likely to snap off on a piece of Andean mountainside, and the FT2 is no different. But its zoom rocker is a lot more fingertip...
Hard as nails. Easier to use than most tough cam rivals. Takes lovely snaps...
Some may find the 4.6x optical zoom limiting...
Easy to use and capable of great snaps, the FT2 is the finest rugged camera we’ve seen...
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 began shipping from mid-March 2010, priced at around US$400. Four body colors are available: silver, blue, orange, and yellow.by David ElrichEver go to the beach and wish you had your camera? Since you're a sensible person you...
Waterproof to 10 meters (33 feet!), Shockproof from 2 meters (6.6 feet), Dustproof, Freezeproof, 720p AVCHD Lite movie mode (as well as Motion JPEG modes), Dedicated movie button, HDMI output, Wide-angle 4.6x zoom lens with effective optical image stab...
Detail is somewhat soft, even at low ISOs, Lens has low contrast and flare at telephoto, Slightly higher than average pincushion distortion at telephoto, No optical viewfinder, Flash is easy to cover accidentally, Flash is very weak, Higher resolution...
If you're heading to the wilds--even Disneyland or a State Fair--seriously consider the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 as a traveling companion. It can take a beating, moves easily from the pool to the patio, and takes quality photographs and better-than-aver...
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The $399.95 (list) 14.1-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 is an update to last year's DMC-TS1 ($399.95, )—although based on its performance, the TS2 is far more than an incremental update—it has all the makings of an top-notch point and shoot camera, w...
Excellent image quality. Fast performance.Simple operation. Spectacular 720p30 HD video capture. Waterproof to 33 feet. Drop-proof to 6.6 feet. Freeze-proof to 14⁰F. SDXC card support.
Pricey. No lens cover. Occasional lens fog during underwater use.
With top-notch image quality and an unrivaled HD video capture experience, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 is one of the best ruggedized cameras you can buy. Buy it now...
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Many tough cameras sacrifice image quality for robustness, but the TS2 seems to have the best of both worlds, shooting good looking photos and standing up to rough treatment...
Many tough cameras sacrifice image quality for robustness, but the TS2 seems to have the best of both worlds. In our tests, we found that it shot good looking photos with strong color accuracy, low noise and decent sharpness. It's also a robust cam...
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It hasn't taken Panasonic long to release their second all-action digicam, the Lumix DMC-FT2. Successor to the very good FT1 model that we reviewed just a few weeks ago, the Panasonic FT2 gains new freezeproof capabilities, better shock and water proo...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT2 follows a long tradition of incrementally improving on a previous model by adding a smattering of new features. Cynics may argue that there's not really enough new features on offer to justify the upgrade, but the inclusio...
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To complement the high-quality video capabilities, these hybrid LUMIX models also feature advanced audio capabilities, using Dolby Digital Creator to record true-to-life sound that enhances the effect of the HD video...
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