![]() ![]() The only real cloud in the skies over XZ-1 land is the occasionally problematic lens flare. Exposure and White Balance are both pretty dependable, meaning you can point and shoot with a high degree of confidence. We're big fans of the bright and punchy 'Natural' mode and are pleased to see it become the default Picture Mode for iAuto mode. In general we've been very impressed with the XZ-1's image quality. Panasonic DMC GF2 (84mm equivalent, F5.6) The image quality isn't quite a match but the XZ-1 offers similar levels of creative control in a much smaller package. The large aperture diameter and long equivalent focal length mean that the XZ-1 can offer at least as much control over depth-of-field as an APSC or Micro Four Thirds camera when using their respective kit lenses. The ND filter allows the lens to be used with wide apertures, even in broad daylight, allowing full use of the shallow depth-of-field it can offer. It can also be used in situations in which you want to use a longer exposure than ISO 100 would allow - for emphasizing the flow of water, for instance. This is not an uncommon feature in this class but is particularly significant on a camera with a lens this bright as it lets you keep the lens as open as you want, even in bright light, without being too limited the 1/2000th sec maximum shutter speed. The XZ-1 has an optional 3-stop (3EV) ND filter engaged via the function menu. The camera itself captures stereo sound (unlike the PENs, which have mono microphones), and can be fitted with the SEMA-1 accessory for the use of an external stero mic.Ĭlick on the thumbnail to view the movie (caution: very large file) Depending on your perspective this restriction can be seen as a feature, lending a further effect to the videos that can be quite interesting. The resulting movies are still played-back at 30fps despite the slower capture rate, resulting in sped-up playback. Many of the filters are so processor-intensive that the frame rate of video capture is lowered. The camera is able to zoom and focus when shooting movies.Īrt Filters can be used when shooting movies, giving some interesting effects. Motion is conveyed well but the overall result is a little dull and fuzzy, in contrast to the super-sharp stills output. The video quality is good but not exactly stunning. The XZ-1 can shoot 720p HD movies at a frame rate of 30fps in the accessible but rather sizable Motion JPEG format. We're not sure how many people will happily spend another $200 on a 36R, given how big it is in comparison to the camera body. Owners of FL-36R and FL-50R flashguns gain the ability to take some well-lit (though the FL-50R doesn't work on the hot shoe, oddly). The XZ-1's great party trick is the ability to control the output of remote flashguns. Here Program mode has chosen ISO 200, which is already showing the effects of noise reduction in the fine detail. The built-in flash isn't very powerful, though the bright lens helps make the most of its power. ![]()
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