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Panasonic’s 8.1-megapixel Lumix DMC-FS3 is an “no-frills” addition to the brand’s FS range of cameras, it has emerged.

According to Cnet, the camera’s strongest features include a flash exposure flexibility feature and a rapid startup time, and is “ideal if you are looking for an inexpensive shooter for casual shots”.

The review states the camera’s brushed metal finish offers a “classy” look and that well-labelled buttons allow users to easily determine their functions. It also praised Panasonic’s removal of the traditional function dial on the new Lumix DMC-FS3 in favour of a switch which can alternate between shooting and playback modes.

In addition, the camera features face detection functionality, as well as optical image stabilisation, intelligent ISO control, an intelligent scene selector function and a quick autofocus, which operates without the need to press the shutter button halfway.

Meanwhile, Hardware Zone reported earlier this month that the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS3 has a “slim, stylish profile”.