Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 - opinions?

[dean_ham]

Hi guys,

I'm after a point and shoot camera thats fairly compact, for generally taking photos on holidays and days out etc. I'm looking at spending around the £300ish mark but I have found a Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 with a PZX 14-42mm lens and possible extra spare battery for £255 (not sure if I'm allowed to link).

Would you recommend this as a good price or is it worth waiting to see what is coming out soon?

I really want a decent point and shoot camera this time around that's going to last me a few years!

Cheers

Dean

 

[lemonade]

I saw that on HUKD, all out of stock I think now. They are really good cameras but not exactly compact, an LX-7 would fit behind it size wise and an top P&S, I will be getting one myself although the Fuji X10 is tempting...

 

[dean_ham]

Yeah it was on hukd but the offer is back on. The fujifilm x10 looks nice. Ive just taken the plunge and bought it. If i dont get on with it ill just have to sell it on

 

[covenantuk]

I'd buy the Gf3 with the 14mm lens. £299 all in.

Easily able to put that combo in a coat pocket and you can pick up a 14-42mm kit lens off eBay VERY cheap as although serviceable they're not very well regarded.

I have the G3 and am tempted to get a GF3/14mm kit as backup camera