Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 DSLR camera review

Does the first Micro Four Thirds camera impress?

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 DSLR camera. Cameras, DSLR cameras, Digital cameras, Micro Four Thirds, 12 megapixels, Panasonic 0

Reviewer: Chris Hall
Review Date: 12 June 2009
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Price as reviewed: £567.99
Latest price: £454.00

Our score

9/10

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