Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S 5MP Compact Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns.- Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Brand | Panasonic |
Model Name | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.5-inch |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 8 seconds |
Form Factor | Compact |
Effective Still Resolution | 5 |
Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
Optical Zoom | 10 x |
About this item
- Slim & compact 10x optical zoom (equivalent to 35mm to 350mm lens on 35mm film camera) with optical image satbilization
- World's first "high-angle" LCD mode from 2.5" LCD screen with power boost button for 40% brighter display.
- Venu Engine III allows satrt up time to just 0.5 seconds with a release time lag as low as 0.006 seconds.
- Leica DC Vario-element lens with a unique prism lens allows horizontal zooming within camera in such a small body.
- Crisp clear shots of moving subjects with ISO 800 setting/high sensitivity mode
Videos for similar products
Compare with similar items
This Item Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S 5MP Compact Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver) | Recommendations | dummy | dummy | dummy | dummy | |
Try again! Added to Cart Add to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart Add to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart Add to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart Add to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart Add to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart Add to Cart | |
Price | $144.95$144.95 | $217.31$217.31 | $64.99$64.99 | -7% $49.99$49.99 List: $53.99 | -10% $89.99$89.99 List: $99.99 | $154.73$154.73 |
Delivery | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2 | — | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2 | — | — |
Customer Ratings | ||||||
Zoom | — | — | 4.7 | 4.3 | 3.9 | — |
Picture quality | — | — | 4.6 | 4.3 | 3.9 | — |
Sold By | Antechquity | Amazon.com | GXJ-US | Yuruida | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
display type | — | LCD display | LCD | LCD | LCD | — |
display size | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches | 2.8 inches | 2.4 inches | — | 2.5 inches |
lens type | Zoom, Telephoto, Wide Angle | Zoom lens | Fisheye | — | Wide Angle | Zoom lens |
zoom type | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom |
shooting modes | Scene | Frame movie mode | Automatic | Automatic | Easy | Movie |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | Type C | USB | USB | USB |
video resolution | 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30/10 fps | 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30/10 fps | 4K UHD 2160p | 1080p | 1080p | 848 x 480, 30 fps, 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 30 fps |
optical zoom | 10 multiplier x | — | 16 multiplier x | — | 4 multiplier x | 3 multiplier x |
wireless tech | ✓ | ✓ | Wi-Fi | Radio Frequency | Wi-Fi | ✓ |
What's in the box
Looking for specific info?
Product information
Auto Focus Technology | Single, Live View, Contrast Detection |
---|---|
Display Resolution Maximum | 207,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.5-inch |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Effective Still Resolution | 5 |
White balance settings | Auto |
JPEG quality level | Normal |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Video Capture Resolution | 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30/10 fps |
Video Standard | AVCHD |
Viewfinder Type | LCD |
---|---|
Screen Size | 2.5 Inches |
Batteries Required? | No |
---|---|
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Are Batteries Included | No |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 3 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/MMC card, Internal |
Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Form Factor | Compact |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Lens Type | Zoom, Telephoto, Wide Angle |
---|---|
Optical Zoom | 10 x |
Digital Zoom | 4 |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Camera Lens Description | 35 Mm |
Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
Focus Type | Auto Focus |
Maximum Focal Length | 350 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 35 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 800 |
---|---|
Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 8 seconds |
Shooting Modes | Scene |
Model Name | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S |
---|---|
Brand | Panasonic |
Model Number | DMC-TZ1S |
Customer Reviews |
3.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #567,188 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #4,078 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
ASIN | B000EIVKPW |
Color | Silver |
Included Components | Battery Charger, Lens Cap, Battery, SD Card, USB Cable |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.41 x 1.57 x 2.28 inches |
---|---|
Item Weight | 0.55 Pounds |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Product Description
From the Manufacturer
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S 5MP Compact Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom features a refractive prism lens unit that allows zooming to occur horizontally within the camera. This makes it possible to pack a powerful 10x optical zoom -- equivalent to a big 35 to 350 millimeter lens on a 35mm camera -- into a compact camera. The Extended Optical Zoom function, which magnifies the image with minimal deterioration by using the center part of the high-resolution CCD, boosts the zoom power of up to 12.5x.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S produces crisp, clear shots of moving subjects with the ISO 800 setting and high sensitivity mode, thanks to the camera's Venus Engine III. The higher ISO setting lets you use higher shutter speeds to minimize the motion blur that can occur when you're shooting a moving subject, particularly in dim lighting. Even indoors, you can get crisp, clear, beautiful shots of children, pets and other subjects that won't hold still. You can also help avoid motion blur automatically by using high sensitivity mode.
Choose from several auto focus modes -- spot, 1-point (normal or high-speed), 3-point high-speed, and 9-point -- to suit the scene you're shooting. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S also introduces a unique linear AF system. Using a linear motor to drive the zooming, this system makes it possible to shift the 10x optical zoom from wide angle to full telephoto in a few seconds. You get the kind of quick zooming and fast focusing that lets you catch every shooting opportunity. Plus, the AF Assist Lamp helps when focusing in dimly lit places.
Thanks to the Venus Engine III, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1S takes just 0.5 second to start up after the power is switched on and has a release time lag as low as 0.006 seconds. The camera can also fire off consecutive shots at a swift three frames per second and offers unlimited consecutive shooting, so you can keep shooting until the SD memory card or built-in memory is full.
With its 2.5-inch diagonal size and 207,000 pixels, the high-resolution LCD monitor makes it easy to see text and small thumbnail images. Even bright sunlight isn't a problem. If it's difficult to see the display on a sunny day, simply press the power LCD button and the display becomes about 40 percent brighter. The world's first developed high-angle LCD mode also provides easier viewing when you're holding the camera high to shoot over the heads of people in front of you.
With a convenient built-in 14 megabytes of memory, you can take photos even when you don't have an SD memory card on hand. A travel date stamp function lets you input the time and date of your departure before you leave home, then you can use the camera to capture all the best moments of your trip. When you view the photos later, the camera will display them according to the day of the trip each photo was taken. You can even set the date and time for both your present location and your destination, choosing from 162 cities around the world in 32 time zones. A calendar view lets you arrange images you've shot by the day on which you shot them. This can be a big help when you have a large number of images to organize.
What's in the Box
DMC-TZ1S digital camera, battery charger, battery pack, lens cap, AV cable, USB cable, and strap.
Read about our customers' top-rated cameras on our review page: Point-and-Shoot Cameras
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the quality, image quality, and size of the digital camera. For example, they mention it produces excellent images, has an optical stabilizer, and is convenient to use. Customers are also impresseded with the 10x optical zoom and ease of use.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customers like the quality of the digital camera. They mention it has excellent lenses, an optical stabilizer, and is perfect. They also say the color is pretty accurate, and the video quality is amazing. Overall, customers find it a great point-and-shoot with outstanding zoom.
"...The scene modes are fine. They produce good exposures, but you have to really think about how to set up the camera for some shots that would be..." Read more
"...Focus is also a bit soft at maximum zoom. Exposure metering is quite good. The video capabiltiies are extraordinary...." Read more
"...kind of flash sync problem that resulted in 75% of flash pictures coming out completely dark...." Read more
"...You can even use it as a video camcorder with its zoom power. Quality is super, it has sound too. Not bad. Color is pretty accurate...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera. For example, they say it produces excellent images, takes extremely clear pictures, and has an image stabilizer. They also mention that the camera takes great pictures in daylight and that it takes true color photographs. The 5 megapixels show good detail in standard sized photos, and the start up time is incredible.
"...Because the camera has built in image stabilization, deeply zoomed pictures look terrific.Third, my wife finds it easy to use...." Read more
"The camera took great pictures in daylight, but had some kind of flash sync problem that resulted in 75% of flash pictures coming out completely dark..." Read more
"...However, as I said, the TZ1 can produce some excellent images. The "point and shoot" shooter will be extremely pleased with the results...." Read more
"The Panasonic Lumix line is truly remarkable. Between the Leica design approved lenses, the incredibly effective optical image stabilization and the..." Read more
Customers like the size of the digital camera. They say it has a convenient size and a small form factor. Some say that the camera is small, but not too small for an adult to hold and operate. They also appreciate the large, bright viewfinder and the fact that it fits easily in their purse or jacket pocket. The screen has s good size for previewing shots and the camera fits comfortably in your hand. However, some customers feel the charger is small and takes valuable space in tight suitcases.
"...not the smallest camera on the market by any means, but it fits comfortable into my Levis. I use this camera all the time...." Read more
"...by the great feature set - optical image stabilizer, 10x zoom, small form factor (for such a large zoom)...." Read more
"...Ergonomically, this camera is a pleasure to use, even with my relatively large hands. All the controls on the back are well placed and accessible...." Read more
"...I wanted to like this camera, it is beautiful, jewel-like, and a pleasure to hold...." Read more
Customers like the zoom of the camera. They mention it has an outstanding 10x optical zoom, and is able to use zoom while taking video. The zoom switch comes to hand naturally, and the zoom speed is on the slow side. Overall, most are satisfied with the zoom capabilities of the product.
"...I use this camera all the time.Second, the ZOOM is amazing. 10x optical zoom on a camera that fits in my pocket!..." Read more
"...I was drawn in by the great feature set - optical image stabilizer, 10x zoom, small form factor (for such a large zoom)...." Read more
"...The 10x zoom is great, though zoom speed is a tad on the slow side. Focus is also a bit soft at maximum zoom. Exposure metering is quite good...." Read more
"If you want zoom power, this is one of your choice. It has 10x optical zoom. You can do much more than a regular 3x "palm" size point and shoot...." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that the menus are easy to understand, the instruction manual is easy to read and understand, and the camera is quick to turn on and use. Customers also say that the dials and menus can be intuitive and are easy for beginners to use, making it simple to point and shoot.
"...This says a lot. I'm the techie, but she thinks the dials and menus are intuitive and easy / quick to use...." Read more
"...fps burst mode, The selectable autofocus and exposure modes, the easy to use menues for lots and lots of other settings, the (relatively) high..." Read more
"...Start-up time is quite quick for a point and shoot. The 5 megapixel resolution is more than adequate for most purposes...." Read more
"...You can take multiple shoot with one button. Very easy to use.There are few things I don't like. There is no time stamp function...." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the digital camera. They mention that it has an outstanding battery life.
"...Battery life has been sufficient, but I would rather that it took standard batteries (AA's or AAA's) so that I wouldn't have to bring the charger on..." Read more
"...Not bad. Color is pretty accurate. Long power life, quick flash recharge. You can take multiple shoot with one button...." Read more
"...Battery life seems outstanding. I zoomed, shot and flashed pretty continuously for 3 days and the battery still had lots left...." Read more
"...The battery is only good for about 200 shots if you use the flash...." Read more
Customers like the features of the digital camera. For example, they say it has tons of features, is versatile, and has many customizable settings. Customers are also impresseded with the specialized modes, saying they're extremely useful. Overall, customers are happy with the quality, features, and technology of the product.
"...In summary, pictures are pretty good, the feature set is excellent, and the convenience is superb...." Read more
"...I was drawn in by the great feature set - optical image stabilizer, 10x zoom, small form factor (for such a large zoom)...." Read more
"...The camera is packed with features, and has many customizable settings...." Read more
"...I'm truly surprised that the quality, features, technology, and Panasonic name came at such a reasonable price...." Read more
Customers like the focus of the digital camera. They say that the autofocus is almost instantaneous, and they can take many pictures in rapid succession. They also appreciate the 3 fps burst mode, selectable autofocus and exposure modes, and easy-to-use menus. Customers also appreciate that the camera has an incredible start up time.
"...the 3 fps burst mode, The selectable autofocus and exposure modes, the easy to use menues for lots and lots of other settings, the (relatively) high..." Read more
"...Not bad. Color is pretty accurate. Long power life, quick flash recharge. You can take multiple shoot with one button...." Read more
"...The brilliant LCD takes the guesswork out of composition, and the many focus modes, coupled with the OIS, almost guarantee a good shot...." Read more
"...Autofocus is almost instantaneous and I can take many pictures in rapid succession. The quality is superb and 5 megapixels is all I need...." Read more
Reviews with images
-
Top reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
First, I believe that a camera should fit into my jeans pocket so that it will be with me when photo opportunities arise. It's not the smallest camera on the market by any means, but it fits comfortable into my Levis. I use this camera all the time.
Second, the ZOOM is amazing. 10x optical zoom on a camera that fits in my pocket! Because the camera has built in image stabilization, deeply zoomed pictures look terrific.
Third, my wife finds it easy to use. This says a lot. I'm the techie, but she thinks the dials and menus are intuitive and easy / quick to use.
Fourth, the camera takes 16:9 aspect ratio movies (or regular 4:3 if you prefer). The image quality is much better than I expected. The image stabilizer probably helps improve the quality, but I have played the videos on our 42" TV. The quality appears just about as good as our normal cable signal. Definitely not HD, but good enough to share short videos with friends on a TV and more than sufficient for emails and YouTube postings.
Fifth, we have been very pleased with the image quality. Because we are amateurs, we take pictures under all sorts of less than ideal conditions (low light, moving subjects and cameras, long zoom shots from rocking boats, etc.). This camera's sharpness, colors, and details are better than any of the other digital cameras we've owned over the last ten years. A pro might not be satisfied, but we are.
Sixth, it works great with iPhoto, Mail, iWeb, and iMovie on our mac, so sending pictures or videos via email, making webpages from them, or editing them into movies / slideshows is very, very easy.
Battery life has been sufficient, but I would rather that it took standard batteries (AA's or AAA's) so that I wouldn't have to bring the charger on vacation. The charger is small, but takes valuable space in tight suitcases. At first, I was not thrilled with a manual lens cap. However, I veiwed this at a camera store before buying at Amazon. The salesperson convinced me that the integrated / automatic covers provide less protection and are likely places for mechanical failure. The big lens that lets the Lumix pull such a massive zoom definitely needs good protection.
The repair will take a full month. They had to order a board from Japan. I find it ridiculous that they have no stock of spare parts in the US.
This is my first Panasonic camera and likely my last. I've been very happy with four Sony digital cameras in the past.
What I like: The 10X lens (in a compact body), the Mega Image Stabilization (This is really a "great thing."), the 3 fps burst mode, The selectable autofocus and exposure modes, the easy to use menues for lots and lots of other settings, the (relatively) high sensor sensitivity, fast auto focus, convenience, etc.
If used within the very reasonable limits of the camera, the TZ1 produces excellent images. These limits include "only" 5 megapixels resolution. Even that was almost unheard of only 5 years ago. However, it is best not to crop the images too much. You can do the crop in camera though, which is a good thing. Another thing that could be a limitation for expereinced photographers is the lack of manual controls. The scene modes are fine. They produce good exposures, but you have to really think about how to set up the camera for some shots that would be rather routine with a camera with more manual controls, ie shutter and aperature modes or full manual. However, as I said, the TZ1 can produce some excellent images. The "point and shoot" shooter will be extremely pleased with the results.
That said, I gave the TZ1 "only" 4 stars. The camera is "noisy." I like to use existing light for most exposures,and turn off the flash. In high contrast photos and dim light photos - especially at the higher ISO setting, there is very noticable "noise." Minimize the noise by shooting mostly at the lower ISOs, and mostly keeping your prints to about 4X6 inches.
I bought this camera to stick in a pocket when I didn't want to carry the D-SLR kit. Limitations aside, the convenience of having an image stabilized, 10X lens, in a pocketable camera is a real boon. Since I bought the TZ1 I have actually taken far more pictures with it than with the D-SLR kit - mostly because it is so "handy." I've even taken some pretty good wildlife pictures with it, including a couple of bald eagles - because the camera was "in my pocket," and the D-SLR wasn't. In summary, pictures are pretty good, the feature set is excellent, and the convenience is superb.
I look forward the the "TZ2," which hopefully will address the noise problem, add a bit of resolution, and if not full manual controls, at least add shutter and aperature priority modes. - are you listening, Panasonic. In the meantime, the TZ1 isw a fine "point and shooter," - with a few limitations.
Buy it, stay within its limitations, and you will love it.