TZ7 records HD movies (1280 x 720-pixels) in AVCHD Lite, which lets you shoot beautiful HD video with almost twice the recording time compared to the conventional Motion JPEG.... more
Panasonic Lumix TZ7 Black
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lens into a stylish, compact body. It also allows you to record beautiful HD video with dynamic, true-to-life Dolby Digital Stereo sound. The AVCHD format allows ...
boasts a 10-megapixel CCD sensor and a 25mm wide-angle LEICA lens, allowing you to take still photos and moving pictures in HD format. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is easy to carry around, which means you'll be able to capture all of life's best moments with ease, while its 12x optical zoom seizes every last detail. One of the best features on the Lumix DMC-TZ7 is its 25mm wide-angle focal length. It's perfect for framing faces in crowds, even in the tightest spaces. The DMC-TZ7's set of photo and video scene modes lets you improve the quality of your work as they adjust your settings, taking into consideration lighting and exposure. In fact, with the Lumix TZ7, you can take masterpieces in all circumstances - no matter whether you're working on a self-portrait, an aerial photo, or a sunset. The DMC-TZ7 even includes an HDMi socket for viewing 1280 x 720-pixel footage on your TV screen.
complete with a 10-megapixel CCDsensor and a 25mm wide-angle LEICA lens, allowing you to take still photos andmoving pictures in HD format. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is easy tocarry around, which means you'll be able to capture all of life's best momentswith ease, while its 12x optical zoom seizes every last detail. One of the best features on the Lumix DMC-TZ7 is its 25mmwide-angle focal length. It's perfect for framing faces in crowds, even in thetightest spaces. The DMC-TZ7's set of photo and video scenemodes lets you improve the quality of your work as they adapt your settings,by taking into consideration lighting and exposure. In fact, with the LumixTZ7, you'll be able to take masterpieces in all circumstances - no matterwhether you're working on a self-portrait, an aerial photo, or a sunset. Finally, the DMC-TZ7 includes an HDMisocket for viewing 1280 x 720-pixel footage on your TV screen.
10-megapixel CCDsensor and a 25mm wide-angle LEICA lens, allowing you to take still photos andmoving pictures in HD format. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is easy tocarry around, which means you'll be able to capture all of life's best momentswith ease, while its 12x optical zoom seizes every last detail. One of the best features on the Lumix DMC-TZ7 is its 25mmwide-angle focal length - it's perfect for framing faces in crowds, even in thetightest spaces. The DMC-TZ7's set of photo and video scenemodes lets you improve the quality of your work they adapt your settingsby taking into consideration lighting and exposure. In fact, with the LumixTZ7, you'll be able to take masterpieces in all circumstances -whether you're working on a self-portrait, an aerial photo or a sunset. Finally, the DMC-TZ7 includes an HDMisocket for viewing 1280 x 720-pixel footage on your TV screen.
complete with a 10-megapixel CCDsensor and a 25mm wide-angle LEICA lens, allowing you to take still photos andmoving pictures in HD format. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is easy tocarry around, which means you'll be able to capture all of life's best momentswith ease, while its 12x optical zoom seizes every last detail. One of the best features on the Lumix DMC-TZ7 is its 25mmwide-angle focal length. It's perfect for framing faces in crowds, even in thetightest spaces. The DMC-TZ7's set of photo and video scenemodes lets you improve the quality of your work as they adapt your settings,by taking into consideration lighting and exposure. In fact, with the LumixTZ7, you'll be able to take masterpieces in all circumstances - no matterwhether you're working on a self-portrait, an aerial photo, or a sunset. Finally, the DMC-TZ7 includes an HDMisocket for viewing 1280 x 720-pixel footage on your TV screen.
A review by gemsarchitect on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 March 11th, 2009
Author's product rating:
Picture Quality
Good
Range & Quality of Features
Excellent
Ease of Use
Very Easy
Durability
Excellent
Overall Look & Design
Excellent
Value for Money
Good
Advantages:
25mm wide angle lens, IA mode, 12x zoom, compact design
Disadvantages:
Problem persists in higher ISO setting
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7
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Basic Ideas
Panasonic is a leading brand in consumer electronics market with almost all kind of products. We have seen that some of the digital cameras and handy cams are most popular from Panasonic and they are really rocking with excellent quality and features. Technology growth will never end up as it will remain continuous growing status. Whenever we buy most advanced products, there are some lacks of features which we really need or there are some more requirements. These requirements keep technology growth alive and we get something new every time. Now I am taking an example of digital camera, if we have a look on digital cameras of just before five years than we will see that there was nothing like quality or features. Those cameras were really very bad in terms of quality and peoples feel that nothing like quality in digital cameras. All photographers wanted to keep film cameras only. Digital cameras were only for fun and we got more and more excited due to its digital features which we never seen before. Most important point was its data storage in memory card and we don’t need any film role to store data. Second important and exciting point was its playback feature in which we can see out captured photographs as live and on spot without any problem like developing the film role.
Now the time has been changed. Almost all photographers have digital cameras. The most exciting changes done in terms of digital SLR cameras. Some time ago all photographers used to keep SLR film cameras and we were unable to see latest pictures of current news as on exact time. There were very less photographs published in newspapers. But now we are getting current news in seconds with all required photographs. All stuffs are due to digital technology.
The camera
Discussed lots about digital technology and now I am going to main point about this camera. Panasonic Lumix TZ7 is a name of new model from Panasonic inc. I also want to discuss some earlier models of this series to explain this model properly. Panasonic Lumix TZ-1, Panasonic Lumix TZ-2 and Panasonic Lumix TZ-3, these are the most discussed models of TZ series. What was the hot about these all cameras? That is definitely its compact travel design with long zoom lens and lots of features. Panasonic had put a new sensation in compact camera market with its long zoom range in ultra compact body. Another new sensation got in terms of optical zoom while movie recording. I don’t have proper idea that which model has been provided with this feature. I think some of from Panasonic Lumix TZ-1 or Panasonic Lumix TZ-2 has this. But I know that in last year Panasonic launched two new models with Panasonic Lumix TZ-4 and Panasonic Lumix TZ-5. Both cameras have similar kind of features but they are slightly different in terms of recording features, Display size and resolution. Panasonic Lumix TZ-5 that is also called as Panasonic Lumix TZ-15 in Asian market, has been provided with superb quality display with large 3.0-inch, 460,000-dot resolution screen. I had this camera and got very excited with this feature. But I was bit disappointed with its picture quality and lack of manual controls. Most important feature of this camera was its capability of optical zoom while movie recording. Zoom works slowly but it was really very exciting and useful. Lumix TZ-4 also called as Lumix TZ-14 in Asian market has similar kind of features with compare to TZ-5 but there are lacks of optical zoom in movie recording, not a good resolution screen size like TZ-5 and slightly lower resolution with 8 MP.
Now we have some more advanced and updated models of both of the cameras. This year Panasonic has launched two new models in TZ series with Panasonic Lumix TZ-6 and Panasonic Lumix TZ-7. There are not many changes over previous models but some changes really have worth.
First of all I want to discuss about its all important features and performances with results. Most important point that you will notice is its compact design. Ultra compact design and lots of features is really amazing for these models. 103.3 x 59.6 x 32.8 mm Size is an easily pocket-able and you will never feel that there is something disturbing you in your pocket. But for me it is slightly heavier that what I expected. Not a bad at all in terms of its size and it is really easily accessible while traveling. You can keep it with you every time and you will never miss any important shot due to its size. Its weight is about 230gm and not a bad or heavy at all.
Sensor
IF we have a look on its sensor resolution than there is slightly improvement over previous models. I am not interested with its resolution but you will really find it as exciting feature for you. There is a 10.1 Mega pixel sensor resolution in this camera. Panasonic Lumix TZ-5 has almost 9.1 mega pixel resolution and it has been upgraded with about MP in this camera. If we capture photographs in high resolution than we need more storage capacity to store that much of data. I don’t think that above 5 MP resolution is needed for daily routine photography. Higher resolution photographs are required for very large prints. Generally we use maximum A-4 size print for our routine life photographs. Maximum prints remain in 4x6 size and or post card size. For good resolution and quality print of up to A4 size, 5MP setting is good enough. If we capture higher resolution photographs than we need higher storage capacity in our PC. So it is not a wise decision to capture all photographs in 10 MP setting.
Zoom
Now have a look on zoom range for this model. I want to go back with previous model of Panasonic Lumix TZ-5. The Panasonic Lumix TZ-5 camera has good 10x optical zoom and due to its size and compact design, this zoom was really very exciting and important feature for the camera to get so popularity. Now Panasonic went ahead with one more step and they have provided 12x optical zoom in similar kind of compact body. Optical zoom and digital zoom are two different kind of features in which I hate digital zoom. Digital zoom is not recommended in any condition as it reduces the picture quality. Optical zoom is recommended in every condition as it doesn’t affect the picture quality. Digital zoom is only needed in very urgent situation where you don’t want to miss long distance shot without any tension of picture quality. Picture is more important than its quality, and you really want to use digital zoom than you can use this.
Other important point about optical zoom is its capability of using zoom while capturing movie. We have seen in earlier model with Panasonic Lumix TZ-5, and this camera was the second one to has optical zoom option in movie mode. Now Panasonic has given again new model with enhanced features and optical zoom in movie mode. This feature is really has worth and many of the users like to buy this camera due to its long optical zoom in compact design and its capability in movie mode also.
Focal length
Focal length is a very very important point of this camera. Take a look on its previous model Panasonic Lumix TZ-5, and that model was loaded with 28mm wide angle lens. TZ-5 model got huge response due to its wide angle capability also. Now Panasonic went ahead with one more step and they have provided 25mm wide angle lens in this camera. This feature will really attract you to buy this model. Due to wide angle lens, we can capture wider frame and need not to worry in group photo to miss some of your friends face. Very attractive and worthy upgrade has been provided in this model.
ISO Sensitivity
ISO sensitivity has not been changed in this model as it is similar to previous one. The range of ISO sensitivity is from 100 to 1600. I am not satisfied with any digital camera in terms of ISO sensitivity. We can take good quality photographs up to ISO 200 only. After that we will lose the quality of pictures and noise will increase as ISO increase. The ISO problem has been solved as a higher level in digital SLR cameras, where we can have good quality of photographs and there will be no noise visible till ISO 800. Here we have ISO capacity up to 1600, but that is rubbish and no need to capture image in ISO 1600 mode. This setting will completely ruin the quality. So if you want good quality photographs than keep this setting limited.
And Last
All important upgrades have been explained but I also want to discuss some other routine points also. Like this camera has very important Intelligent Auto mode. If you are a new in digital photography and don’t have any knowledge to operate camera, than need not to worry. Put camera in Intelligent Auto mode and forget everything about this, it will automatically adjust all settings and with provide appropriate quality photos.
Other important feature is its scene modes, if you want to capture any specific scene photo, than put camera in scene mode and forget all about other settings. This camera also has some important features like Auto angle detection, live Histogram, Intelligent Exposure, and Digital Red Eye Correction. Battery is similar like its previous models and it can capture up to 300 shots between charges. Storage card support is Secure Digital, Secure Digital HC (high capacity). SD cards are most popular and they are cheap also so that you can get higher capacity card with very affordable price. Over all this is a perfect travel camera with very exciting features and image quality. Recommended.
Advantages: zoom range, image quality, HD video, size, scene modes Disadvantages: battery life, noise at high ISO
...‘Pixel War’ between manufacturers and Panasonic had put a reasonable 6-7 million pixels in this camera I would probably have been able to make my money back by selling my photos – eventually! So why don’t I go into the settings and set the camera to take the picture at a lower pixel count – I hear maybe one of you ask? Well, unfortunately that doesn’t work! Sorry, the setting does work, but what I mean is that doesn’t cure the quality issue. That ... ...fortunate enough to have a Panasonic TV with full HD capability. I was, however, dubious of how good this quality could be from, what I’d call, the camera’s 2nd function. No need to be dubious though as the quality is excellent. Although not full HD is produces a very crisp, fluid picture which still amazes me. (One thing I am yet to try is stock video so maybe this camera does have money making ability. Hmmm.) What you lose from buying this instead ...
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I bought this camera from marks and spencers for £279.99. This camera is great due to all the features that it has. It has a great 12x optical zoom, which even at 9x or 10x zoom, the pictures look quite clear and well taken photos. It has a good image stabilisation feature which allows you to take photos even if the object of person is moving very fast. Its battery life is quite good compared to most ordinary cameras which allows you to take 250 ...
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Advantages: Portable with powerful zooming lens Disadvantages: Restrictions on using a replacing battery of other brand
As described in the title, Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is a compact digital camera with great zoom lens. After using it for four weeks, I cannot get rid of it. I highly recommend it to those who are looking for a digital camera for three main reasons. First, TZ7 takes nice pictures. With the lens from Leica, the quality of pictures is guaranteed. Before this one, I had used two digital cameras, including a Canon and an Olympus. TZ7 shoots better pictures ... ...And it has more options to adjust the sizes of the pictures. Second, it is awsome to have 12x optical zoom within its highly portable size. Before buying it, I did consider buying a DSLR. I had been struggling with the decision for a long time. Finally, I took TZ7 and I was not disappointed at all. Its merits of being portable without compromise in the optical zoom make it replaceable for a DSLR. Third, it can take videos of 720p with stereo sound. ...
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Advantages: The zoom, picture quality. Disadvantages: easy to drop, Abit small
In my oppinion this camera has done me miracles on my holiday, i went to australia and the picture quality was amazing, the zoom was very good as i had to zoom into areas in the mountains, i recommend this camera for outdoor use in nice wheather conditions. The Overall look and design of this camera was a nice clean look, it wasnt hard to use when i first used this camera, i think the value of the camera is exactly what i payed for, i have dropped ... ...it hasnt broke so the camera has good strength in my oppion, The camera is quiet small so it is easy to drop and its weight is very light so its not hard to drop it. the instruction manual was easy to read, and clear to understand in my eyes. ...
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It may be slightly larger than other compact cameras, but for its size its features and performance are amazing. This has replaced my old TZ3 which was damaged, and is a substantial improvement.
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Advantages: Great Zoom. Simple to use. Fabulous zoom & image stabalisation Disadvantages: A little bulkier than some
...TZ4 - Make it Snappy
A while ago we bought a Minolta Dimage E500 compact digital camera and although we were content with it, the images under low light could often be poor and the zoom was just too short
So I set about looking for a good compact camera with a long zoom after doing my research we opted for the PanasonicLumixDMC-TZ4 (in black) which we got from 7dayshop.com for £149 + £5 p&p.
The camera is a little larger (103.3 x 59.3 x 36.5 mm) than some of compacts on the market but that is the sacrifice for the larger 10x optical zoom (giving a range of 28mm - 280mm) but this does give it a solid feel which is further helped by the small handgrip moulded into the right hand side of the camera. The zoom is activated by mean of a left / right rocker switch on the top right of the camera with the shutter button in the middle...
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TZ7 records HD movies (1280 x 720-pixels) in AVCHD Lite, which lets you shoot beautiful HD video with almost twice the recording time compared to the conventional Motion JPEG. Optical zoom can be used when shooting motion images. TZ7 is also the world's first compact camera to feature Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator, which records dynamic, true-to-life audio that brings out the power of the HD video. The wind cut function minimises distracting sound from the background during audio recording.TZ7 is also the world's first compact camera to feature Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator, which records dynamic, true-to-life audio that brings out the power of the HD video. The wind cut function minimises distracting sound from the background during audio recording.
Additional features
Additional Features: Audio recording, USB 2.0 compatibility, built-in speaker, RGB primary colour filter, digital noise reduction, date/time stamp, DPOF support, digital image rotation, camera orientation detection, PictBridge support, histogram display, in-camera red-eye removal, resizing an image, automatic face tracking technology, face detection, built-in help guide, automatic display brightness adjustment
Self Timer Delay: 10 sec, 2sec
Self Timer: Built-in
Lens system
Features: Built-in lens shield, ED glass, aspherical lens
Lens Manufacturer: Leica
Lens Construction: 8 group(s) / 10 element(s)
Zoom Adjustment: Motorised drive
Optical Zoom: 12 x
Lens Aperture: F/3.3-4.9
Macro Focus Range: 3cm
Min Focus Range: 50 cm
Auto Focus Points (Zones): 11
Auto Focus: TTL contrast detection
Focus Adjustment: Automatic
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera: 25 - 300mm
Focal Length: 4.1 mm - 49.2 mm
Type: Zoom lens - 4.1 mm - 49.2 mm - f/3.3-4.9
Camera flash
Features: AF illuminator
Effective Flash Range: 0.6 m - 5.3 m
Red Eye Reduction: Built-in
Flash Modes: Fill-in mode, slow synchro, auto mode, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction