Thank you very much for the positive feedback I have been getting about my articles. And it is because of the positive comments that I want to discuss something different about the FZ-28 camera today. As you know by now, I have become a great fan of the FZ28, after years of buying the Canon S_IS models. I love the FZ28 images and HD video capability. However, I dont want anyone to think that I think the FZ28 is a perfect camera without its share of flaws. So for fun and enlightenment, I thought I would mention the things that BUG ME about the FZ28, despite me overall loving the camera!
First thing I have to mention is the Self Timer duration settings. Ugh. You only get the choice of 3 seconds or 10 seconds. Thats it. No custom setting. And on the 10 second setting, you have the choice of it taking 3 shots after the 10 second delay. Now those 3 shots will be about 3 seconds apart from each other, which is just enough time to alter your pose and position inbetween shots, which is very fun and useful. But the Canon models offeres a Self Timer mode where you can make the dely as many seconds as you want. I always found 20 seconds to perfect to get everyone set in place, kids and babies to look at the camera, etc. The maximum of 10 seconds you get with the Fz28 is barely enough for you to go run and get into place.
Next bugaboo I have with the FZ28 is its somewhat inconsitent white balance and multi-zone focusing. Now please, don't let these things worry you about the FZ28. When you are talking about an under-$400 camera, there is only so much you can expect, from any maker. Now 95% of the time, the FZ28 gets it right I'd say, and when it does'nt, it still makes a nice photo, it just might not have the same 'look' as some similar shots you took at the same session.
Now that I have the two main issues mentioned, I have two more petty, unimportant issues I'll mention for sake of those who respectfully like to fuss over petty issues, because afterall, its your hard-earned money you are spending and you want as close to perfection as possible...and I don't blame you one bit!
The FZ28 connects to your PC with a proprietary USB cable, which only fits the Panasonic. If you loose it or break it, you will not be able to run up to the thrift store for a regular USB cable for 99-cents! You are going to have to buy one from Panasonic, or Ebay for at least $10. Again, not a big deal at all, but WHY-O-WHY don't they just keep is simple for everyone??? I mean, if your like me, you have at least a DOZEN extra USB-to-D (or is it B) cable, used by many cell phones, MP3 players, most Bluetooth headsets, etc.
Lastly, and this just may be me, but the user-friendliness of the FZ28 menus are quite stiff and dull, not that the Canon's were all that warm&fuzzy. I just wonder why makers would not make really nice menus for everyone? It does not cost anymore whatsoever.
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