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Powershot s1 IS or Lumix FZ 3

Jun 6, 2005 4:36AM PDT

which is the better buy overall?

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(my plight)
Jun 6, 2005 4:41AM PDT

(I'm replying to my own post because I don't know how or if I can edit a previous post)

My budget (below $375 including necessary accessories) constrains me to the low or older model-end of the extended zoom camera spectrum.

Finally, it has come down to the s1 Is and the Lumix FZ 3 both of which have their good and bad points. (The s1 IS for instance lacks AF-assist, while the Fz 3 lacks manual focus. Which, in low-light conditions would be best to have? Manual focus or AF-assist)

Another snagging point about the S1 IS is its reported lower image quality. Is it that bad? Is the FZ 3 much better?

I really need the help

thanks

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Canon S1-IS - Panasonic FZ3
Jun 6, 2005 6:34AM PDT

When I look at sample photos taken of the same subject, I can not see any difference in quality.

Manual focus under dim light conditins would likely be difficult to do.

AF assist would be handier than manual focus.
Manual focus is seldom needed and AF assist is useful on every shot.

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