Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 was introduced in November 2013 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 was introduced in January 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/1.7-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 80 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 23 Focus Points (23 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points (11 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 4.4 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1
      4. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2.

      PROS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low DxO Overall Score - 52
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      •   23 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.4 fps

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic LF1
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
      Larger Sensor 1/1.7-inch vs 1/2.33-inch
      Lower Native ISO 80 vs 100
      RAW Support vs
      More Focus Points 23 vs 11
      Single Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 200 mm vs 112 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 7.1x vs 4x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/3.1
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.9 vs f/6.5
      Min Macro Focus Distance 3 cm vs 5 cm
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/1600 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 10.0 fps vs 4.4 fps
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      HDMI Output Mini vs
      Speaker Mono vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Internal Storage 87 MB vs 70 MB

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      Pentax K-70
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Sigma SD9
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      APS-C

      3 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Casio EX-ZR10
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a7R IV
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      Panasonic FH2
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.1 Megapixel vs 14.1 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 vs 4320 x 3240
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo
      Lighter 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz) vs 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 250 shots vs 270 shots

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2.

      Panasonic FH6
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Panasonic FH1
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.1 MP

      Panasonic FH8
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      1/2.33-inch

      16.1 MP

      Panasonic FH3
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Panasonic FH7
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      1/2.33-inch

      16 MP

      Panasonic FH5
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      1/2.33-inch

      16.1 MP

      Fujifilm X-M1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon G11
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      1/1.7-inch

      10 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO6,4006,400
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz)121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
        Internal Storage87 MB70 MB
      WEAKNESSES Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
        Small Sensor1/1.7-inch1/2.33-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12.1 Megapixel14.1 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life250 shots270 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 has a 3.0" screen with 920k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2.

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 41.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400 and expands to 80 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 is equipped with Venus Engine IV processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432,3232 x 3232, 3648 x 2736, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1, and up to 1/1600 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 can shoot continuously up to 4.4 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and 3.30 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2..

      Physical Parameters

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 body has dimensions of 103 x 62 x 28 mm (4.06 x 2.44 x 1.1") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 body has dimensions of 94 x 54 x 19 mm (3.7 x 2.13 x 0.75"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 weighs 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 weighs 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz).

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      103 mm

      62 mm

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      54 mm

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      Size comparisons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      GOOD
      70
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.4 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.4 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      GOOD
      72
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      GOOD
      74
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz)
      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and give them scores of 65 and 52 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      OVERALL
      65
      OVERALL
      52

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Low DxO Overall Score - 52
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      GOOD
      70
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.4 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      72
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      GOOD
      72
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      GOOD
      75
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      44
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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