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ProductCode: panasonic_dmcfh7
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Name: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 (Lumix DMC-FS22 / Lumix DMC-FS22)
ShortSpecs:
    - 16 megapixels
    - 3″ screen
    - 28 – 112 mm (4×)
ReviewScore: 62
URL: /products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmcfh7
ReviewData:
    ExecutiveSummary: Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FH7 digital compact camera features a Leica 4x zoom lens starting at 28mm and 720p HD video recording. The 16MP FH7 comes with a similar feature set to the previously released DMC-FH5 but boasts a 3" touch-sensitive LCD screen. In out tests, we found that the FH7 is a perfectly capable camera, which combines impressively hassle-free handling with impressively reliable metering and white balance systems. You shouldn't expect to make large prints but if you're just looking for a capable point-and-shoot the FH7 is definitely worth considering.
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    ReviewSummary:
        GoodFor: Grab and social shots, and carry-everywhere photography, where a long zoom or manual control aren't necessary.
        NotSoGoodFor: Anything more critical, where the FH7's relatively low detail resolution at high ISOs, or restricted manual control, might be problematic.
        Conclusion: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 is a well-made, easy to use camera which is capable of delivering great pictures with a minimum of fuss. Image quality is very good in optimal conditions, but even when the light gets low, the FH7 can deliver acceptable results.
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Specs:
    Announced: May 12, 2011
    AperturePriority: "No"
    ArticulatedLCD: Fixed
    Autofocus:
        - Contrast Detect (sensor)
        - Multi-area
        - Tracking
        - Touch
        - Face Detection
        - Live View
    AutofocusAssistLamp: ""
    Battery: Battery Pack
    BatteryDescription: Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery & charger
    BatteryLifeCIPA: "260"
    BodyType: Compact
    BoostedISOMaximum: "6400"
    BoostedISOMinimum: "1600"
    BuiltInFlash: "Yes"
    BuyingOptions: Check prices
    ColorFilterArray: ""
    ContinuousDrive: 4.4 fps
    CustomWhiteBalance: "Yes"
    DigitalZoom: Yes (4x)
    Dimensions: 95 x 56 x 19 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.75″)
    DriveModes: ""
    EffectivePixels: 16 megapixels
    EnvironmentallySealed: "No"
    ExposureCompensation: ±2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
    ExposureModes: ""
    ExternalFlash: "No"
    FileFormat: ""
    FlashModes: Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
    FlashRange: 3.30 m
    FocalLengthEquiv: 28–112 mm
    Format: Motion JPEG
    GPS: None
    HDMI: "No"
    ISO: Auto, Hi Auto (1600-6400), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
    ImageRatioWh: 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
    ImageStabilization: Optical
    JPEGQualityLevels: Fine, Standard
    LiveView: "Yes"
    MacroFocusRange: 5 cm (1.97″)
    ManualExposureMode: "No"
    ManualFocus: "No"
    MaxResolution: 4608 x 3456
    MaximumAperture: F3.1–6.5
    MaximumShutterSpeed: 1/1600 sec
    MeteringModes:
        - Multi
    Microphone: Mono
    MinimumShutterSpeed: 60 sec
    NormalFocusRange: 50 cm (19.69″)
    NumberOfFocusPoints: "11"
    OpticalZoom: 4×
    OrientationSensor: "Yes"
    OtherResolutions: 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 3456 x 3456, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536,  2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480
    Processor: Venus Engine IV
    RemoteControl: "No"
    Resolutions: 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
    ReviewPreview: "62%DPReview score\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    \n                                        Read review ...\n                                    \n                                    \n                                        Sep 7, 2011"
    SceneModes: ""
    ScreenDots: 230,000
    ScreenSize: 3″
    ScreenType: ""
    SelfTimer: Yes (2 or 10 sec)
    SensorPhotoDetectors: 17 megapixels
    SensorSize: 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm)
    SensorType: CCD
    ShutterPriority: "No"
    Speaker: ""
    StorageIncluded: 70 MB Internal
    StorageTypes: SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
    SubjectSceneModes: "Yes"
    TimelapseRecording: "No"
    TouchScreen: "Yes"
    USB: USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    UncompressedFormat: "No"
    ViewfinderType: None
    WBBracketing: "No"
    WeightIncBatteries: 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)
    WhiteBalancePresets: "4"