Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 features:
- 7.2 megapixels
- 10x optical zoom (35mm equivalent: 28-280mm LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR
- Image Stabilization (MEGA O.I.S)
- 3.0-inch LCD
- Camera dimensions are (W x H x D) 105.0 x 59.2 x 36.7 mm (4.20 x 2.37 x 1.47 inches) and it weighs 232 g (0.51 lb)
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TrustedReviews - 12 February’08 - has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and thinks this is an outstanding travel camera. Here’s a summary of their review -
“Here’s a travel camera you can easily tuck away in your pocket and when you pull it out you have a huge zoom and an easy to operate point-and-shoot digital camera. Don’t let the high price scare you off. This camera is a huge success for Panasonic in the travel camera area because its image quality is outstanding, it’s small and easy to use.”
DigitalTrends - 06 December’07 - has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and that when using flash camera operations slow down considerably. Here’s an excerpt for their review conclusion -
“The 7MP Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 goes for around $260 USD (silver), a bit more in different colors. At this price it’s a good choice for people who want to take a versatile digicam along on their travels. The 28mm lens is great for landscapes and people shots; it’s one of my favorite features on this or any point-and-shoot camera. Before you drop the bucks, realize it’s not the fastest model on the block with a continuous shooting mode (with flash) that’ll have you twiddling your thumbs. And that old Panasonic bugaboo of too much digital noise at high ISOs is still with us. If you can deal with these issues, check it out. “
ThinkCamera - 29 November’07 - has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and warns that the power button is super easy to turn on. so easy in fact that just putting the camera in a bag can trigger it. Here’s an excerpt for their review -
“It seems Panasonic has been listening to its audience. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 is less vivid than many previous Panny image makers. It still has that zing thing, but the highly saturated reds of previous generations are little more than a memory. In the main, tones are neutral and bright and it seems highlights are preserved whenever possible. There is a bracket mode, which can prove useful for images that turn either too ‘moody’ or too ‘high key’ (technical terms that can be neatly used to explain away under- and over-exposure).”
T3 - 14 November’07 - has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and appreciated the tight zoom and wide angle. Here’s an excerpt for their review -
“With a phenomenally good 3-inch LCD display on one end, a tremendous Leica 10x zoom on the other, and a pin-sharp imaging chip somewhere in between, Panasonic have done themselves proud with a near-perfect all-round compact camera. Now if only they could throw some more megapixels our way, we’d be stomping our way up the aisle.”
InfoSync - 28 October’07 - has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and comments that they really didn’t like the LCD. Here’s an excerpt for their review verdict -
“We loved the images we got with the TZ3, but we imagine that a couple factors, namely its bulk and weight, would prevent us from taking it everywhere. We loved the video mode, especially the high resolution, and also loved the variety of aspect ratios and resolutions for still images. If you can get over the size/weight issues, the TZ3 is an excellent camera that takes great pictures in most conditions.”
LetsGoDigital - 15 October’07 - has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and admit’s that Panasonic has hit a home run with travelers with this camera, it’s the right combination of zoom, speed and quality. Here’s an excerpt for their review -
“The most striking feature being the 28mm wide angle of course. The compact size, the MEGA O.I.S. image stabilizer and the large optical range together form an ideal combination for this camera carrying the title of Traveler Zoom. The Panasonic TZ3 offers a lot of ease and adds to effortless picture taking which is just what you expect and want from a handy compact camera. The camera is not perfect; the high ISO is still an obstacle for many manufactures and Panasonic is one of them. But in general there are so many plusses that the high ISO may be considered a minor detail. The Panasonic Lumix TZ3 is a winner among the Megazoom cameras and obviously entitled to carry the name of Traveler Zoom! “
PhotographyReview has a pro review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and writes;
“I would consider buying the TZ3 if I needed a point-and-shoot digital with a large zoom range. Personally, I would rather have a smaller digital camera that fits comfortably in my pocket. The TZ3 did fit in my pocket - but not comfortably. However, considering that the 10x zoom lens technically puts it in the “superzoom†category, it’s nice that it fits in a pocket at all. However, I would be willing to give up a bit of zoom for a camera that is easier to carry in a pocket. For those of you whose priority is a high quality, powerful zoom lens, the Panasonic Lumix TZ3 is a great digital camera.”
Stuff.TV has reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 and writes;
A multi-talented, versatile compact with great zoom and handy wide-angle talents. Picture quality isn’t top notch, but otherwise the TZ3 is a top alternative to a bridge camera.
Digital Camera Info - 7/20/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and thinks the camera offers a lot of improvements over the TZ1. Intelligent ISO Control, wider focal length, clipboard function, and higher ISO sensitivity are all welcome additions. Panasonic has filled a niche for travelers who need a high powered zoom in a compact body. The TZ3 with it’s image stabilized 10x zoom, impressive color reproduction, wide dynamic range, and solid video performance are a welcome improvement over the TZ1.
PC Authority - 7/12/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “Our main gripe is battery life. It will take some 250 shots without OIS turned on, but you must use it judiciously as, on heavy usage days, the small battery frequently ran out well shy of this figure.
But these are foibles you can live with. It takes great pictures, and while it’s bulkier than an IXUS 65 the superior lens, magnification and image stabiliser make it a great alternative.”
Imaging Resource - 7/7/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “We were impressed with the Panasonic TZ3’s images, but were interested to find that they actually looked better onscreen than they did printed. They’re still good either way, except for some muddiness in red areas as the ISO goes up. Still, for a 7-megapixel digital camera with a 10x zoom to produce quality 11×14 images: that’s worthy of note.”
Digital Reviews Network - 7/1/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “Apart from the fact that I would have preferred a more compact camera as a travel companion, this camera offers a lot of features for your money.
The quality of the pictures were quite good not in the least due to Leica’s involvement of course. There is a bit of a slowness in starting up but I certainly like the image stabilization on this model. What Panasonic has done well in the Lumix DMC-TZ3 is the combination of the scene modes, good handling, and a fantastic large bright screen, ensuring that you will have lots of fun exploring this camera and exploring with it.”
ePhotozine - 6/28/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “The Panasonic is a very capable camera that will be able to cope with all but the most unusual situations it will have thrown at it. In some ways the camera has too many features on it referring of course to the array of scene modes. Whilst these are handy, ask yourself if you will remember that you have a Starry night or Underwater mode on your camera.”
LapTop Magazine - 6/25/2007 - has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and they write, “Panasonic’s Venus Engine III image processor made the TZ3 a breeze to use and virtually eliminated shutter lag. The camera was also quick on the draw in our shot-to-shot tests, pausing between images for only about half a second. Along with wide-angle photography, the TZ3 can shoot in 16:9 mode, which is great for playing back images on a widescreen TV. The lens can also shoot in 4:3 and 3:2 aspect ratios. The TZ3 has so many scene modes (20 in all, including new pet and sunset modes) that the mode dial has two separate settings to handle all of them.
With a versatile wide-angle lens and helpful automatic controls, the TZ3 is definitely a camera that takes photography seriously. The best part is that you don’t need to be a serious pro to capture great pictures with it.”
Steve’s Digicams - 6/18/2007 - has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and they write, “Panasonic has created yet another appealing digital package that offers excellent performance, good image quality, loads of user-friendly exposure modes, a stylish and durable body. and lets not forget a powerful 10x optical zoom with their MEGA O.I.S. system. That said, I feel the Lumix DMC-TZ3 will make a great choice for anyone in the market for a versatile compact super-zoom model, with an affordable price tag (only US$349 or less.)”
What Digital Camera Magazine - 6/11/2007 - has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and they write, “With a sensible resolution and sensor size combined with a useful wide zoom the TZ3 ticks a lot of the right boxes. Our only niggle is the slightly aggressive image processing, but other than that it’s a cracker.”
Photography Review - 6/5/2007 - has tested the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and they write, “The camera has everything you need for fantastic travel photography in an almost ultra-compact design. Being able to zoom non-stop from a 28mm wide angle to 280mm telephoto, all with image stabilization and great image quality from 100-400, and even 800 if you expose the scene properly, will cover the vast majority of all photographic needs while on vacation, and the virtual distortion free wide angle shots means you won’t be doing any correcting of bent lines when you get home, and if you want something to carry around so you’ll always have instant access to the ability to record anything that might come up with little to no loss of quality due to the camera being a compact.”
Cameras.co.uk - 6/4/2007 - has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and they write, “The Panasonic DMC TZ3 is a very good digital camera. It has a long zoom lens, images stabilisation and a wide angle lens. It is pretty straightforward and easy to use. One of the biggest selling points of the camera is its compact body size.”
Computer Active - 5/9/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “While its styling is a tad underwhelming, the TZ3 still holds its own as the best compromise for those wanting an impressive zoom range yet a camera that slips comfortably into a pocket, and as such comes highly recommended.”
CameraLabs - 5/8/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and thinks noise becomes a problem above 200 ISO. they continue to write, “The lack of manual control can be annoying for enthusiasts, and the performance at 400 ISO is, like other Panasonic compacts, nothing to be proud of. But these are about the only downsides to the TZ3. Leave your creative options to various scene presets and limit the sensitivity to 100 or 200 ISO and you’ll enjoy some great-looking photos.”
PCMag - 4/23/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “As superzooms go, I couldn’t be more pleased with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3. With its very portable body and wide-angle zoom, this 10X optical superzoom is an excellent choice for most shooting situations.”
DigitalCameraReview - 4/18/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 is a welcome improvement from its predecessor, the TZ1. The 10x optical zoom lens provides excellent performance in a compact 7.2 megapixel digital camera. The 3 inch LCD provides a nice big screen for previewing and reviewing your images. Good image quality, good battery performance, and quick operation make this camera a good choice for someone looking for an ultra-zoom camera that doesn’t need manual exposure modes like shutter priority, aperture priority and so on.”
DCRP - 4/12/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “Something I tend to forget sometimes in this job is that photography is supposed to be fun. Like its predecessor, the TZ3 reminds me that there’s more to photography than test charts and Mickey Mouse figurines. It lets me have my cake and eat it too: I can take both wide-angle and super telephoto shots with one camera. I get a huge LCD, but it doesn’t suck up battery life like on most cameras. And so on. Yeah, it has its share of flaws, but it’s a heck of a travel camera, and its annoyances won’t affect the majority of TZ3 buyers. If you want an ultra zoom camera that can go almost anywhere, then the DMC-TZ3 should be high on your list.”
PhotoReview - 4/9/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “Overall, the test camera was quite responsive, offering fast and accurate autofocusing, even in relatively dim conditions, thanks to a built-in illuminator. Start-up time averaged less than two seconds and it took about the same time to process each shot. We measured an average capture lag of 0.5 seconds, which reduced to 0.1 seconds with pre-focusing. In continuous shooting mode, shots were recorded at 0.35 second intervals and a burst of five high-resolution shots was processed in less than two seconds.”
CNET - 4/6/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 puts a lot of lens into a small package. The wide-angle, high-zoom camera performs well and takes acceptable shots, though it’s hardly perfect. Its higher resolution, wider lens, and larger screen make it better than its predecessor in nearly all categories. Unfortunately, it misses one of the TZ1’s most fun shooting modes, and it keeps some minor image issues that, while improved over the TZ1, still cause problems. All that said, the DMC-TZ3 offers a lot of value for the money and easily trumps most other super zooms on size.”
Megapixel - 4/5/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “Negatives: Compression a bit too strong at the highest image quality - Sensitive to noise from 400 ISO and up - Low power flash - Positives: Good image quality with good light - Excellent stabilization system - Simple to use - Fast and responsive”
DPReview - 4/4/2007 - reviews the Panasonic DMC-TZ2 and writes, “It’s well priced and easy to use, and - as long as you accept that there are always going to be compromises with a camera like this - capable of producing excellent results for normal print sizes or viewing at normal magnifications on-screen. Bearing all this in mind, take a look at the sample gallery to see for yourself if the output quality is acceptable. For us, the performance and feature enhancements are just enough to make sure the question marks over the image quality don’t quite deny the TZ3 a Recommended rating.”
PopPhoto - 3/27/2007 - has tested the Panasonic DMC-TZ2 and writes, “All in all, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 has a great feature set, easy-to navigate menus, and great optics combined with true image stabilization in a compact, affordable package that is ready for just about any adventure. Toss it in the optional underwater housing, and this digicam is a capable world traveler, on land and at sea.”
PhotographyBlog - 3/26/2007 - has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-TZ2 and writes, “The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 is just a simple point and shoot camera in terms of creativity, with no control over aperture or shutter speeds, which is surely to prevent the TZ3 from treading on the toes of its bigger brothers, the FZ series of ultra-zoom cameras. Once you’ve tried the TZ3 though, you may find that the combination of focal range and compact dimensions is simply too liberating to ignore. This camera should definitely be at the top of your short list if you only require a point and shoot model. Panasonic have made some great improvements to an already effective design, which means that the DMC-TZ3 is highly recommended.”
Good Gear Guide - 3/15/2007 - has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 and writes, “Panasonic has stuck with their traditional control mechanism, which includes a five-way directional pad and a function wheel on top. It works well, and everything is within easy reach. The design is another area where Panasonic has really done a great job with this model. It is quite chunky by compact camera standards, but the fact that they have managed to cram a 10x optical zoom lens into a body this size is really impressive. It is definitely one of the smallest ultra-zoom models on the market.
Overall this is a great package. We were disappointed by the barrel distortion, but the crisp, clear pictures combined with multiple forms of image stabilisation make this a fantastic camera, particularly for travelers.”
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Videos
[Demonstration Video]
[Video Guide at Cameras.co.uk]
Specifications
[Official Panasonic Specifications]
Owners Manual
[Download English User Manual]
Press Release
SECAUCUS, N.J., January 31, 2007 — Panasonic today announced the 10x Optical Zoom Lumix DMC-TZ3 digital camera, the compact zoom model for its 2007 digital camera line. The new 7.2 Megapixel entry to the popular TZ family packages a 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens, Intelligent Image Stabilization, with the industry’s most advanced countermeasures against blurring, a 3.0-inch LCD, and a compact, stylish, Stainless Steel body.
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