The Panasonic Lumix TZ6 is a great little camera that I have used to compliment my large DSLR (a Nikon D90 I have also reviewed), which is too big and expensive to be taken everywhere.
Specification
The TZ6 is compact camera with 10.1 MP, which is plenty of pixels for all but the larger ... Read review
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Advantages: Fantastic little camera with 12 x zoom & 10.1MP (better than TZ5), but cheaper than TZ7 Disadvantages: No HD movie mode, not very cheap
The Panasonic Lumix TZ6 is a great little camera that I have used to compliment my large DSLR (a Nikon D90 I have also reviewed), which is too big and expensive to be taken everywhere.
=== Specification ===
The TZ6 is compact camera with 10.1 MP, which is plenty of pixels for all but the larger prints and harshest crops. This means that in normal conditions there will never be pixelation, in fact too many megapixels squashed ... ...PowerShot SX200 IS), so the Panasonic Lumix TZ range pretty much has the market to itself. The TZ6 has the advantage over the TZ5 with and extra 1 megapixel and 2 x zoom, as well as a slightly different styling. As far as I have seen the TZ6 is not thatmuch more expensive than the TZ5, so I found it worth getting the newer model. The TZ7 is the most recent release in the series and is almost exactly the same as the TZ6 both with 10.1 MP and 12x zoom ... more
The Panasonic Lumix TZ6 is a great little camera that I have used to compliment my large DSLR (a Nikon D90 I have also reviewed), which is too big and expensive to be taken everywhere.
Specification
The TZ6 is compact camera with 10.1 MP, which is plenty of pixels for all but the larger prints and harshest crops. This means that in normal conditions there will never be pixelation, in fact too many megapixels squashed onto a sensor can actually reduce the image quality. The most important feature of this camera is the 12x zoom, 25mm wide angle, Leica lens. Leica is a quality brand, and this lens is no exception, it produces quality images and the lens slides out of the camera quickly and smoothly. There is no lens cap, but slide across covers, as in most other digital compacts.
Design
For such a versatile camera, it is extremely compact at 2.35” x 4.07” x 1.29” and weighing only about 0.45 lbs - it is basically a lens attached to an LCD screen. This size is very useful as it can be easily kept in a small bag or coat pocket,and is robust enough to be carried around all day, so you never miss a shot. The 2.7 inch LCD screen is large enough to browse pictures and bright enough to easily compose images.There are some disadvantages to this small size as the camera does not have space for a viewfinder, which can be difficult in very bright conditions, but actually does not really bother me. The other aspect of the design that could be improved is the buttons - they are very small, and even though this camera is very compact, there is plenty of room for bigger buttons that would be easier to use.
Ease of Use
This camera is very easy to use as everything can be set to automatic, there is a simple on off switch and a camera / playback mode switch along with a standard dial to select for different modes. The dial allows you to select auto mode, movie mode, scene mode (where you choose and appropriate scene from the menu), my scene mode and intelligent auto. I ave never actually used the 'my scene' mode, but it allows your to preset some setting and then quickly access them without having to go through menus. The mode I use most of the time is intelligent auto, this mode lets the camera decide which scene mode is appropriate, automatically switching between scene like portrait, landscape and macro. The camera actually shows you a little symbol for the mode it has chosen in the corner of the screen so you can go into a different mode if you disagree, but I haven't had to do this.
Comparisons
There are very few other 12 x zoom compacts (I can only think of the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS), so the Panasonic Lumix TZ range pretty much has the market to itself. The TZ6 has the advantage over the TZ5 with and extra 1 megapixel and 2 x zoom, as well as a slightly different styling. As far as I have seen the TZ6 is not thatmuch more expensive than the TZ5, so I found it worth getting the newer model. The TZ7 is the most recent release in the series and is almost exactly the same as the TZ6 both with 10.1 MP and 12x zoom - having seen them together in a shop, they look like carbon copies. The main difference on the TZ7 is the new HD movie mode, which is a feature I would like, but I can't justify spending a significant amount extra for this one feature, as still image quality is the most important aspect for me. The only other improvement I can find on theTZ7isaslightly better LCD screen, but I don't think this is worth shelling out for.
Conclusions
There are many cheaper digital compacts on the market, but not with the amazing image quality and zoom of the Panasonic TZ range. If movie mode is not particularly important to you, I think that the TZ6 (with image quality equal to the latest model) is the best compromise between price and features.
Advantages: Sturdiness, Ease of use, Autofocus Tracking Disadvantages: Overshadowed by the TZ7, Tries to do everything for you
...is only around £40. The Panasonic Lumix TZ6 and TZ7 are similar stable-mates, with the TZ7 being the superior of the two.
Having said that, the extra features of the TZ7 are things I can quite comfortably live without, such as the superior video capability with stereo sound, an HDMI output, and the ability of the camera to recognise up to 15 of your friends when they appear in a picture. Why would I want that? I don't have 15 friends - and even ... ...The TZ6 is aimed at people who want to take nice pictures but don't really want to know how those pictures are achieved. Almost everything is designed to be automatic and intuitive, and there is some pretty impressive processing that takes place to make this possible.
Priced at around £250, it may be a little too much for the beginners out there, no matter how good it performs.
The metal body gives the Lumix TZ6 a robust feel that some plastic-bodied ...
rabidbadger 01.09.2009
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Advantages: Very easy to use. Takes superb quality pictures Disadvantages: Might be a bit big for some.
I'm really behind the times when it comes to technology and have never had a digital camera before, so after looking on various websites I finally decided on this one. Whilst I cant compare it to anything else and think it's brilliant.
As a novice when it comes to digital cameras I found this incredibly user friendly, although I would recommend going through the manual as there are a lot of features and functions that would have baffled me, but ... ...very straight forward.
The pictures are really clear, although one comment is that when viewing them on the screen the reds look very brigh, but it's fine when you print off the photos so maybe that's just a setting that I need to adjust.
The video mode is also excellent. I've been taking lots of film of my baby boy recently and the battery lasts for ages.
It's not as small as a lot of the other cameras I looked at but I wouldn't class it as overly ...
KoolKate 04.06.2009
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Advantages: small, great lens, easy to carry and use Disadvantages: no viewfinder and difficult to see the screen in bright light
I normally use DSLR's, but I wanted a compact camera for a touring holiday - didn't want to carry the weight this time.
I was attracted to this little camera by its 12 optical zoom and its Leica lens, so I expected it to be a good little point and shoot, but it has outstripped my expectations completely.
My first test for it was the Hampton Court Flower Show and it perfomed beautifully.
In the crowds it was literally reach out, point and shoot, ... ...were sharp and the colours beautiful.
Not only does it have an impressive zoom, it also starts with a great wide angle 25mm - perfect for landscape.
It is a well built piece of equipment, it starts up quite quickly - even for someone used to the instant reaction of a DSLR - and it feels solid and well built.
The battery lasts well - I take quite a lot of shots and use a lot of zoom, but it still manages about 250 pictures on a charge.
I did put ...
crystaldancer 10.09.2009
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Advantages: good quality pictures, great video recorder Disadvantages: pretty big, freezes sometimes
I used to have the TZ5 and i must say the TZ6 is a great improvement. There's a 12x, 25-300mm optical zoom lens, both wider and longer than the TZ5’s. Also the megapixels have increased from 9 to 10. Also the 720p HD video mode is recorded using the new AVCHD Lite format which almost doubles the recording time. This will come in very handy especially when going on holiday or days out. Also when recording, there is a new feature which cuts out very ... ...the video is brilliant. There is no freezing or jumping. The quality of the pictures are also very good. Just so clear with bright vivid colours. In addition the camera screen its self is good. A nice size and a good quality picture. '''disadvantages''' I think the camera could be improved by being made to look more attractive. Maybe in more colours. Also it isn't exactly the smallest camera. Finally i found that when looking through picutes videos ...
denney_owens 25.04.2009
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this is very good camera.I bought it about two months ago and it works grate and i have no problems jet.I like the big lcd screen a lot.The price is very good in my opinion. This is not the best camera for professionals but for me it is grate because it is very easy to use.The photo quality is fine.this camera gots a lot of grate functions and features like built-in speakers, face detection and automatic display brightness adjustment.The price is ...
pingvii 01.07.2009
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Certified for Windows Vista software and devices have undergone compatibility tests for ease-of-use, better performance and enhanced security.
Included Accessories
Battery case, hand strap
Cables Included
USB cable
A/V cable
Power
Power Device
Battery charger - external
Battery
Supported Battery Details
1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Environmental parameters
Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Manufacturer's product description
The DMC-TZ6's 2.7-inch LCD has a total of 230,000 dots for high resolution. It features the Intelligent LCD function. The Auto Power LCD function increases the backlight brightness in 11 steps according to the ambient light intensity. At the highest of these 11 steps, the LCD backlight becomes approx. 1.4 times brighter than normal. This makes both shooting and viewing photos easier and more convenient.
Good features and functions and of course a long zoom. 
