If you've not yet been swayed by one of Panasonic's interchangeable lens Lumix G compact system cameras, but would still like to achieve improved quality image, then the metal construction and comprehensively featured LX series is well worth checking out.

Relatively lightweight and compact dimensions for a metal build enthusiasts' camera; bright aperture lens; built-in visual effects; hotshoe and accessory port for attachment of optional extras; such as an EVF

Fixed screen LCD; priced not a great deal cheaper than one of Panasonic's interchangeable lens G-series compacts system cameras

If you've not yet been swayed by one of Panasonic's interchangeable lens Lumix G compact system cameras, but would still like to achieve improved quality image , then the metal construction and comprehensively featured LX series is well worth checking out.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 is a compact camera with full manual-controls and a bright stabilized ultra-wide 24-90mm F/1.4-2.3 lens. It has some excellent expansion options thanks to a hot-shoe and a port which supports an optional EVF, making it one of the very few compact cameras usable at...

Ultra-Bright F/1.4 - 2.3 maximum aperture; Very low image noise; Good lens sharpness; Low optical distortion; Excellent resistance to chromatic aberrations; Ultra-fast autofocus; Instant shutter-lag; Fast shot-to-shot speed; Smooth high-quality video capture; Excellent anti-reflective coating on

Below-average Auto White-Balance; Low color accuracy; Half-press required for; Slow optical zoom; Slow noise-reduction; Modal EC control; 1s Filming delay; 1s Missing from videos; Accident-prone aspect-ratio slider; Poor tripod mount placement; Short battery-life

Compact. A very fast lens that can shoot in very low light. Great Macro feature. Glad I bought mine. A shame they've discontinued it as I think they came close to perfection with this model!

If you've not yet been swayed by one of Panasonic's interchangeable lens Lumix G compact system cameras, but would still like to achieve improved quality image, then the metal construction and comprehensively featured LX series is well worth checking out.

Relatively lightweight and compact dimensions; Bright aperture lens; Hotshoe and accessory port for attachment of optional extras, such as an EVF

Fixed screen LCD; Priced not a great deal cheaper than one of Panasonic's interchangeable lens G-series compacts system cameras

I wanted a camera to drop in my pocket on my lazy no DSLR days. I picked this for the lens speed.
pros: fast lens. does nice macro, 4 custom settings.
a real aperture ring!!!
very good EVF which is an option.
the lens is very sharp.
several usable scene and artistic modes.

Easy To Use; Fast/accurate auto-focus; Good Color Wb; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; Good in Low Light; Great Zoom; Large Clear LCD; Nice Body Color; Short Lag Time; Small / Compact

Fixed Lcd Screen; Low Max Shutter Speed; No Viewfinder; Short Battery Life

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 may not score as highly as other recently reviewed cameras, such as the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Fujifilm X10, but it is still a very capable camera and the best Lumix LX camera yet.

Because the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 costs almost $500, there are quite a few photographers who won't give it a second glance. For beginners, this is probably a smart idea. However, if you have some photographic experience, the LX7 is well worth a second glance ... and maybe more.

As a point and shoot camera for those wanting to upgrade to something better or a smaller back up for someone owning a G-series compact, the LX7 cuts the proverbial mustard, but, despite being as consistently competent and reliable as one might hope, in present company doesn't have enough about it...

Polished and refined design; Excellent lens with ultra-fast aperture; Plenty of useful shooting features; Hotshoe accessory port can accomodate an EVF;

Screen needs to be even better to match its rivals; No articulating/flip-out screen; Smaller sensor than rivals;