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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3S 7.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)

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  • 7.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
  • 10x image-stabilized optical zoom; 3.0-inch LCD display
  • Intelligent ISO Control (I.I.C.) reduces image blur from subject movement and low light
  • Records full-size movies in wide-aspect VGA (848 x 480) at 30 frames per second
  • Stores images on SD/SDHC/MMC memory cards
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Zoom, Wide Angle
Telephoto
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The DMC-TZ3 boasts 7.2 megapixels and a large, 3.0-inch LCD, and goes a step beyond their predecessor by featuring a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens. While the 10x zoom lets you take close-up shots even when you cannot move closer to your subject, the wide-angle lens is helpful in situations where you cannot step back or move away from the subject. With the TZ3, you can capture portraits of people with expansive scenery or large structures in the background, and you can zoom in or out to magnify a distant subject when desired.

Able to shoot from 28mm at the wide end to 280mm telephoto, this fit-in-your-pocket camera is fully equipped for any photo shooting situations you are likely to encounter on a journey. The TZ3 also incorporate the Intelligent Image Stabilization system, which comprises two features, Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) and Intelligent ISO Control, that together make it easy to capture beautiful photos every time you shoot. Mega O.I.S. compensates for the effects of hand-shake, making it possible to capture clear, crisp photos indoors, at night, or when taking macro close-ups or using high-powered zooming -- situations in which hand-shake is most likely to be a problem. Even Mega O.I.S., however, cannot suppress the motion blur caused by a subject moving as the photo is being snapped. That's where Intelligent ISO Control comes in. In this system, the camera's Venus Engine III image-processing engine detects whether the subject is moving and, as necessary, raises the ISO setting and shutter speed according to how fast the subject is moving and the light conditions. This happens automatically, so you can shoot without the bother of adjusting settings every time conditions change. Lumix and its powerful Intelligent Image Stabilization system do all the work for you. You enjoy easy, trouble-free shooting in any situation and get the satisfaction that comes with capturing clear, beautiful images.

Panasonic's Extended Optical Zoom function provides additional magnification to 15x when taking photos with 3-megapixel resolution. Also, the multi-aspect-capable CCD provides a larger recording area than ordinary 7.2-megapixel cameras, making it possible to capture images from 28mm to 280mm with any of three aspect ratios -- 4:3, 3:2 or 16:9.

Other features that improve usability and convenience include a Clipboard function that holds information, several new scene modes, and a Direct Print feature that allows quick, easy printouts. Also, the lens cap is now built into the camera itself and serves as an automatic protective barrier. Around 12.7 MB of built-in memory is provided, and the camera is compatible with large-capacity SDHC memory cards. Battery life has been extended, with the result that the TZ3 can take around 270 shots on a single charge (CIPA). Add these features up, and you can see why the DMC-TZ3 is perfect for capturing images you'll want to remember forever, such as the people you meet and places you visit on a trip.

DMC-TZ3 Highlights

28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens and 10x optical zoom in a compact, stylish body The 7.2-megapixel DMC-TZ3 packages a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens with 10x optical zoom into a stylish, compact body. Comprising 11 elements in nine groups, including an ED (extra-low dispersion) lens and three aspherical lenses, this advanced lens unit passes Leica's stringent standards and delivers an exceptional optical performance. The 28mm wide-angle lens makes it easy to fit the whole group into a photo indoors or to capture dynamic wide-perspective shots of a sweeping landscape or large architectural structure. Further, in 3-megapixel resolution mode, the Extended Optical Zoom function provides additional magnification, extending the zoom power from 10x to 15x by using the center part of the CCD. Using this feature in combination with the 4x digital zoom provides a total zoom factor of up to 60x.

Intelligent Image Stabilization: Mega O.I.S. for hand-shake, plus Intelligent ISO Control for motion blur Panasonic drew on its cutting-edge lens technology to invent Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), an optical image stabilizer that prevents blurring from shaky hands -- the leading cause of blurry images. In Panasonic's Mega O.I.S., sensors act at a frequency of 4,000 times per second to accurately detect even slight camera movement, such as from unsteady hands, and a corrective lens in the O.I.S. lens unit is shifted to compensate. With Mega O.I.S., it is easier than ever to capture clear, sharp, beautiful images when shooting telephoto shots, indoor portraits, illuminated night scenes or even the scenery you see from a train window.

While hand-shake is the single biggest cause of blurry images, it is not the only one. Another problem is the motion blur that can occur when a subject moves as the shot is being snapped. Incorporating Panasonic's Intelligent ISO Control, Lumix cameras are the first in the world to fight motion blur. This system detects whether or not the subject is moving. If it is, the system automatically raises the ISO setting accordingly, allowing the camera to shoot at a higher shutter speed. If the subject is not moving, the camera shoots at a low ISO setting and captures beautiful, natural-looking images. Intelligent ISO Control is included as one of the corrections in certain scene modes used to shoot subjects that are often moving, such as Sports, Baby and the newly added Pet mode. Simply select the mode that best suits the subject, and Intelligent ISO Control provides the optimal corrections, making it easy to capture crisp, clear photos.

With Intelligent Image Stabilization -- Mega O.I.S. to compensate for hand-shake plus Intelligent ISO Control to prevent motion blur -- Panasonic has taken image stabilization a leap forward and equipped the new Lumix TZ3 with the industry's most advanced countermeasures against blurring.

High-quality, high-performance image-processing LSI: Venus Engine III The TZ3 features the Venus Engine III, Panasonic's advanced image-processing engine that can record at a sensitivity setting as high as ISO 1250 with full resolution. Noise reduction is also greatly improved, with picture noise removed in stages during image processing. First, critical noise is roughly undraped and chromatic noise and luminance noise are separated. The chromatic noise, which has a greater effect on picture quality, is then selectively suppressed to a substantial degree.

With its multi-task image-processing capability, the Venus Engine III also boasts outstanding response time. Shutter release time lag is as short as 0.006 second and the shutter interval is as short as 0.5 second. This fast response makes it easy to capture sudden, spur-of-the-moment shots. In burst shooting mode, the TZ3 can fire off three shots per second at full resolution. Both models also allow unlimited consecutive shooting -- you can continue snapping shots until the SDHC/SD memory card is full. Thanks to the energy-efficient Venus Engine III imaging engine, the TZ3 offers a long battery life despite its large, bright LCD. The TZ3 can also take around 270 shots (CIPA) on a single battery charge.

28mm wide-angle with multiple aspect ratios Conventional cameras generally use almost the entire CCD area when recording an image, and the angle of view may be altered regardless of the photographer's intention. The TZ3, however, incorporates a 1/2.35-inch CCD with a total of 8.50 megapixels. This CCD, which is larger than those in conventional 7-megapixel class cameras, can reproduce images shot with the lens set from 28mm to 280mm in any of three aspect ratios -- 4:3, 3:2 or 16:9 -- so you can always capture dynamic, richly expressive shots with a wide perspective.

Large 3.0-inch LCD with advanced features for easy shooting and playback The TZ3 boasts a large, easy-to-see 3.0-inch LCD with outstanding 230,000-pixel resolution. Taking advantage of its big screen and high resolution, the TZ3 provides a dual image playback feature that lets you display two images at the same time, one above the other, and compare them. Also, to make image playback more entertaining, the TZ3 offers an amusing new Slide Change Effect feature in place of the monotonous frame-by-frame advance.

Also, the pixel-mixed readout method used by the CCD automatically increases the brightness of the live image on the LCD, making it much easier to shoot in low lighting. Thanks to the Power LCD function, which boosts the LCD backlighting by 40 percent, even shooting outdoors in bright sunshine is no longer a problem. The High Angle mode, which can be accessed quickly and easily via a dedicated button, makes the LCD screen extremely easy to view when the camera is held high, such as to shoot over a crowd.

Record clear, bright, wide-aspect VGA motion images -- ideal for widescreen viewing In addition to recording standard VGA (640 x 480) motion images at 30 frames per second, the TZ3 can record stunning wide-aspect VGA (848 x 480) motion images at 30 frames per second. These 16:9 motion images look extremely impressive on a wide-screen TV. The pixel-mixed readout method used by the CCD enhances image brightness, so the pictures you see are clear, bright and beautiful.

The TZ3 also offers an exceptional function that lets you select and display thumbnails of nine sequential frames from a motion image. This would be useful, for example, to analyze the way you swing a golf club or tennis racquet.

A variety of features for the perfect travel companion In addition to outstanding basic specifications, a host of traveller-friendly functions make the TZ3 the ideal travel companion. The camera body has been reduced in size to be more stylish and compact, and the lens cap is now incorporated into the body as a built-in automatic lens barrier.

The TZ3 also offers a new Clipboard function that lets you use the camera to hold and retrieve useful information on a trip. For example, you can quickly and easily take shots of a map or train schedule, and view them when needed. A wide variety of scene modes, including the new Pet and Sunset modes, also make it easy to get beautiful photos in a range of photographic situations. When used with the optional marine case housing, Underwater mode allows underwater shooting with optimal automatic settings that capture subjects and the surrounding water in beautifully natural colors.

Other great travelling features include the Travel Date Setting, which, once you have preset the date of your departure, records and displays the images in chronological order of your trip, and the World Time Setting, which lets you set the times and dates for 74 locations around the world.

The fun continues even when the shooting is done With the TZ3, the enjoyment of photography doesn't end when you're done shooting for the day. One additional function that broadens the fun of photography is Direct Print mode. To select it, simply turn the mode dial on the camera top. Then use a USB cable to connect the camera to a Pictbridge-compatible printer, and you're ready to print beautiful photos. Print all the images you shot or only your favorites, and make one copy or multiple copies as you wish. When you turn the mode dial, the mode selected is indicated on the LCD. This lets you change the mode to recording, playback or direct printing without taking your eyes off the subject.

Also interesting is the new Date Stamp function. In addition to showing the date a photo was taken, the TZ3 can show on which day of the trip a photo was taken. They can also stamp your baby's age in months on a photo, after you've taken the shots. These dates, which can be helpful when making a photo album, can be stamped on photos whether you print them yourself at home or have a photo shop do them.


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Customers like the picture quality, quality and zoom of the digital camera. For example, they mention that it takes great pictures, has a fantastic 10x optical zoom and is relatively compact. That said, they find it easy to use.

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150 customers mention120 positive30 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the digital camera. They say it takes great pictures in day light, and indoors. They also say every shot looks gorgeous and full of detail. The display is clear and bright, and the stabilization works awesome. The camera is designed for travel, and outdoor shots have been very good.

"...I have been very pleased with the Lumix. It takes *great* pictures (better than my Fuji, which was top rated by Consumer Reports), fits right in my..." Read more

"...The 7.2 Megapixel sensor provides adequate image quality...." Read more

"...The display is clear and bright. Stabilization works awesome. The leica lens is so clear, it's not rivaled by many. Battery life is very good...." Read more

"...Now for the good things: Great wide angle and excellent zoom, nice LCD screen, good size (main reason for upgrading from Canon S1-IS), good quality..." Read more

116 customers mention104 positive12 negative

Customers like the quality of the camera. They mention it's a very good little camera with excellent features for little money. They appreciate the superb lens, build, and finish. Some say that the quality is not great but very acceptable. That said, they say it'll operate better than new cameras and is an excellent camera for a casual user.

"...everyday occasions and ordinary travel photography, this is an almost perfect camera with an extreme zoom, small size, light weight and enough..." Read more

"...All in all, a very nice camera for it's age and cost." Read more

"...The noise has been drastically reduced, the lens is better, the sensor is bigger, and the processor is not only faster, but produces better pictures..." Read more

"...The IS (image stabilization) feature works great, but you will still need a tripod or other support if you zoom out to the full 10x...." Read more

90 customers mention82 positive8 negative

Customers are satisfied with the zoom of the digital camera. They mention that it has a 10x optical zoom, a large 28-280mm optical zoom range, and image stabilization. Some appreciate the flexibility and portability of the zoom range. Overall, most are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...fits right in my pocket, is extremely easy to use, has a 10x zoom, and has a long battery life...." Read more

"...travel photography, this is an almost perfect camera with an extreme zoom, small size, light weight and enough settings to cover most situations...." Read more

"...Now for the good things: Great wide angle and excellent zoom, nice LCD screen, good size (main reason for upgrading from Canon S1-IS), good quality..." Read more

"...The TZ3 has a high quality 10X optical zoom which is very nice and clear but does not allow active zoom while in the movie mode like the TZ5 does...." Read more

74 customers mention62 positive12 negative

Customers like the size of the digital camera. They say it's relatively compact, and would easily fit in a shirt pocket. Some like the feel and size of it, saying it fits well in their hand to take a more stable picture. They also mention that it records full-size movies in wide-aspect VGA.

"...fits right in my pocket, is extremely easy to use, has a 10x zoom, and has a long battery..." Read more

"...the Nikon S9 is that it's truly a "Super Compact" camera, easily fitting in a pocket...." Read more

"...photography, this is an almost perfect camera with an extreme zoom, small size, light weight and enough settings to cover most situations...." Read more

"...good things: Great wide angle and excellent zoom, nice LCD screen, good size (main reason for upgrading from Canon S1-IS), good quality look and feel..." Read more

63 customers mention63 positive0 negative

Customers find the digital camera very user friendly, even for those who are afraid of digital. They say the menus are easy to use and understand, and the functions are easy access and use. They also appreciate the simple instructions on the screen. Overall, customers are happy with the ease of use and functionality of the camera.

"...high-quality display 3-inch display, which makes shooting and reviewing photos very easy.Overall, I am extremely pleased with the Lumix...." Read more

"...Features are loaded and easy to use. The user interface in PANASONIC is clean and simple, i love it. The display is clear and bright...." Read more

"...I will keep using this camera because of its compactness and ease of use and since I spend alot of time outdoors, but will keep the Canon ready with..." Read more

"This camera is simple to use with a multitude of settings and options available for the more advanced user...." Read more

52 customers mention40 positive12 negative

Customers like the controls of the digital camera. They mention it has a nice range of features, the amount of configurable features is great, and the movie mode is great. They also appreciate the many different settings and the auto setting. The camera offers a wide range of shooting modes that make picture taking very easy and virtually error-free. Customers also mention that the 28-280 Leica lens is amazingly versatile and offers enough options for moderately advanced photographers.

"...The camera has a whole bunch of scene modes, but we don't really use them. And I'm not convinced that they really improve your pictures much...." Read more

"...So I took beach candids that were awesome.Features are loaded and easy to use...." Read more

"This camera is simple to use with a multitude of settings and options available for the more advanced user...." Read more

"...The TZ3 adds a very handy "function" button - or I should say function capability - the number of buttons is the same - which gives immediate..." Read more

44 customers mention44 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the digital camera. They say it has excellent features for little money, and is well worth the price. Customers also mention that the 3 inch LCD is all packed into a very affordable, well built pocket size package.

"...Fun, fun, fun, and a great value to boot!" Read more

"...Recommend you buy a USB card reader. They're cheap, and you can scroll from picture to picture with almost no lag time...." Read more

"...Once you spend the time with the manual, though, its well worth it!I would recommend getting the largest memory card you can afford...." Read more

"...and a huge 3 inch LCD all packed into a very affordable well built pocket size package...." Read more

29 customers mention24 positive5 negative

Customers like the build quality of the digital camera. They say it's solid, sturdy, and screams quality. The optical zoom is amazing and pretty stable, and it'll take a more stable picture. It also has a very nice stabilization processor that has worked wonders.

"...AND it's good quality, very good quality. So I took beach candids that were awesome.Features are loaded and easy to use...." Read more

"...good size (main reason for upgrading from Canon S1-IS), good quality look and feel...." Read more

"...thousands of photos and movie clips with the camera and found it very reliable and easy to use until the battery problem...." Read more

"...The camera is solidly built and heavy for its size. (It's got a lot of lens for such a small camera.)..." Read more

Lots of features, poor image quality
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Lots of features, poor image quality
This camera could have had it all. Panasonic packed more features into this camera than anyone could probably use. The lens is great, the zoom range is great, the amount of configurable features is great, and the movie mode is great. Unfortunately, I bought this camera to take pictures, and that is the one thing that isn't great.I get a new point-and-shoot camera about every 15 months. Early on, I stuck with Sony, then moved to Canon, which made the last three of my cameras. This was my first Panasonic, and I am not impressed. I took about 200 shots in and around my house and neighborhood. I used all the different settings and features, then went to look at the photos on my computer. From a distance, they look great. When you zoom in to 100% (so you see the actual resolution of the photo), the pictures are grainy, noisy, and blocky; even in bright light, even with the sensitivity turned way down.What good are all the bells & whistles when all the camera can give you is a lousy photo?(Note: I recognize that half of digital camera users don't care about image quality. Those people will love this camera, as the rest of the camera is great.)
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