Probably the Best Compact Camera out there......

 

Not actually a video( testing from my Lumix LX3. )

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

 Sorry for the title. Actually there is no overall “best camera”, “best laptop” or “best whatever”. It always depends on what you need. If you just need a compact camera to take some pictures of your family trips or your college parties, almost any camera will do the trick for a much lower price.

My LX3 motion picture project while driving.

 

 That said, if you are serious about learning photography you should probably get a DSLR. You can get a what ever branding  I own the Olympus E620 and I love it. Most of the pictures in this website were taken with that camera. 

 

Lumix LX3 with tripod.

 

 Then, why am I recommending the LX3? Simple. The only problem I have with my E620 (and any other DSLR for that matter) is the size. It’s not too big for a DSLR, but it’s not a gadget to carry everywhere.

So, if you want a portable camera which allows you to learn photography, the LX3 is for you. I won’t go too technical here, but let’s highlight some of the features

• 10 Megapixels (large enough for screen and print)
• Shoots in RAW
• It has manual exposure and manual focus modes, so you can learn all the basics
• And the automatic modes are really smart
• It’s actually a leica  and very good optics 
• Shoot Video (Motion Picture Mood)

Shot with my Lumix LX3 not shot while driving see above photo.......