Panasonic Lumix 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

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Pros

  • Easy setup (93)
  • Comfortable controls (92)
  • Bright lcd (91)
  • Well built / quality construction (77)
  • Easy to use (76)
  • Great picture quality (61)
  • Easy to keep clean (47)
  • Short lag time (21)
  • Good battery life (18)
  • High resolution (14)
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Cons

  • Long lag time (13)
  • Poor in low light (10)
  • Poor battery life (6)
  • No viewfinder (3)
  • Heavy / bulky (2)
  • Babies move blurr shots (1)
  • Bigger than expected (1)
  • Complicated controls (1)
  • Could use better flash (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (114)
  • Fun (91)
  • Family photos (58)
  • Art (25)
  • Photojournalism (21)
  • Outdoors (16)
  • Home (11)
  • Documentary (10)
  • Weddings (10)
  • Portraits (7)
 
 
 

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Now you can fit sweeping landscapes into a single frame with the 28mm wide-angle setting. Pull in subjects from far away to capture even subtle facial expressions with the dynamic 280mm telephoto setting. Ideal for traveling, Panasonic's DMC-TZ4 Lumix 8.1-megapixel digital camera combines a wide-ranging LEICA DC Vario-Elmar lens with a handy, compact body. The Extra Optical Zoom function also extends the zoom to as much as 15.9x, giving you even greater telephoto power. Set the TZ4 to iA mode and let the five Intelligent Auto functions team up to help prevent shooting errors. Intelligent Exposure corrects lighting differences, so images come out just the way you see them; Intelligent Scene Selector chooses the mode that best fits the situation; MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) helps prevent blurring from hand-shake; Intelligent ISO Control helps prevent motion blur; and Face Detection helps produce clear portraits by optimizing the focus and exposure settings. With a total of 230,000 dots, the big, bright 2.5" diagonal LCD makes viewing and shooting easier and more comfortable. The Intelligent LCD adjusts brightness automatically in 10 steps as the ambient light level changes, so images are clear, bright and easy to see day or night, indoors or outdoors. The Clipboard allows you to take photos of maps, timetables and other travel info. They are saved in a separate folder of the built-in memory to distinguish them from normal photos. You can print titles and other characters on the photos you shoot with the Title Edit and Stamp. This is great for creating your own postcards from a vacation trip. Input your departure date and destination with the Travel Date Setting. Later, during photo viewing, the camera will indicate on which day of the trip each shot was taken and the location.

Specification Description
Model DMC-TZ4, DMC-TZ4K, DMC-TZ4KRB, DMC-TZ4S
UPC 037988987689
*Megapixels 8.1
Analog Audio / Video (Mini) (1) Side Output
Anti Shake Mode Yes
Aperture f/3.3-8.0
Built-in Memory 24MB
Built-in Memory 27MB
Camera Color Black
Camera Color Silver
Color Black
color null
Compatible Battery CGAS007A/1B
Compatible with Macintosh Yes
Compatible with Windows PC Yes
Country Of Origin China
Digital Zoom 4
Digital Zoom 4x
Effective Megapixel Count 8.1
Electronic Flash Built-in
Exposure Modes Program AE
Flash Automatic
Flash Built-in
Flash Off
Flash On
Flash Red-Eye Reduction
Flash Slow Synchro
Focus Mode Auto Focus
Focus Modes Continuous
Focus Modes Macro
Image Format JPEG
Image Stabilization MEGA O.I.S
LCD Display Size (Inches) 2.5
LCD Viewer 2.5 Inch
Manufacturer’s Warranty - Hardware 90 Days
Metering Center Weighted
Metering Spot
Microphone Built-in
Movie Mode 320x240
Movie Mode 640 x 480
Movie Mode 848x480
Movie Mode Motion JPEG
Optical Zoom 10
Optical Zoom 10x
Optical Zoom 4X
PictBridge Compatible
Pixel Count 8 Megapixel
Print Modes PictBridge
Removable Memory Type MultiMedia Card
Removable Memory Type SDHC
Removable Memory Type Secure Digital
Resolution 8 MP and Over
Scene Modes Beach/Snow
Scene Modes Candle
Scene Modes Fireworks
Scene Modes High Sensitivity
Scene Modes High Speed Shutter
Scene Modes Kids & Pets
Scene Modes Night Scene
Scene Modes Night portrait
Scene Modes Party/Indoor
Scene Modes Portrait
Scene Modes Self-Portrait
Scene Modes Soft Snap
Scene Modes Sports
Scene Modes Sunset
Scene Modes Underwater
Select Camera Style Point & Shoot with Zoom Lens
Select Media Internal Memory,Multimedia Cards,Secure Digital Ca
Self Timer 10 Seconds
Self Timer 2 Seconds
Self Timer Yes
Sensitivity ISO 100-1600
Shutter Speed 8-1/2000
size null
sku 132626
skuprice 279.9900
Sound Yes
Speakers Built-in
Standard Warranty 1 Year Limited
Still Image Resolution (Max.) 3264 x 2448
Still Picture Capture Yes
Storage Media Type SD Secure Digital or MMC Multimedia Card
style PANDMCTZ4BLACK
taxable Y
USB Port (1) USB 2.0 High Speed
Video Movie Capture VGA - Up to 640x480
Video Output NTSC
Video Output PAL
Weight (Pounds) .48
White Balance Auto
White Balance Cloudy
White Balance Daylight
White Balance Halogen
White Balance Shade
White Balance White Set

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★★★★★
5.0
LOVE THIS CAMERA

"I've had this camera for a while now and love it more all the time. Just got back from vacation in Belize and took some outstanding quality pictures and I'm no pro! It's just that easy to get great shots. I even have the Panasonic 18x zoom but I love the 10x zoom more due to its user friendliness. The only reason I bought the 18x zoom was for the eye view finder. You've got a ton of settings for all types o..." Read Full Review »

May 20, 2008 by Jalexboo

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2.0
Questionable

"Was originally very excited about this camera. I wanted a good Optical zoom and high MP. The intelligent auto feature was appealing and got good reviews when I was researching the 'TZ#' family of Panasonic cameras before choosing the TZ4. I looked at the TZ5 in stores and was impressed during demo. I took a few pictures after purchase and was happy. First important use was my sons HS graduation. I used the intel..." Read Full Review »

May 31, 2008 by Ysage

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LOVE THIS CAMERA

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy to use
  • Good Value
  • High Quality

    Cons

  • No view finder -only LCD

    Best Uses

  • All types of shots
 

"I've had this camera for a while now and love it more all the time. Just got back from vacation in Belize and took some outstanding quality pictures and I'm no pro! It's just that easy to get great shots. I even have the Panasonic 18x zoom but I love the 10x zoom more due to its user friendliness …"  Read Full Review »

Caye Caulker, Belize

Caye Caulker, Belize
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Beached boat on Caye Caulker, Belize

Beached boat on Caye Caulker, Belize
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 20 2008
Jalexboo
Mobile, AL
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[15 of 16 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic Lumix 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black Review

Great Camera!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Compact size
  • Easy Setup
  • Easy to Keep Clean
  • More »

    Cons

  • No carrying case
  • No extra battery

    Best Uses

  • Fun
  • Home Outdoors
  • Travel
 

"Just took it on a trip to Yosemite and the pictures are fabulous. I love the compact size, the great zoom, and the viewing window is great size. I'm going to get one for my nephew for his graduation present. He will love it. "

Yosemite

Yosemite
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Another shot of Yosemite

Another shot of Yosemite
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 25 2008
RMMARKSMAN
BIRMINGHAM, AL.
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  • Casual user
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[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic Lumix 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black Review

Excellent Compact Camera

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable Controls
  • Easy Setup
  • Short Lag Time
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"I got this camera to use when hauling around my digital SLR would be too much... dog walks in a drizzle, skiing, strenuous hikes, casual social gatherings, and quick shots from the car while commuting to work. Its very easy to use, has a great zoom range, and takes excellent pictures. I'd be happie …"  Read Full Review »

Careening along in a light drizzle...

Careening along in a light drizzle...

Natural light only...

Natural light only...
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 7 2008
Chuck
Oregon
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic Lumix 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black Review

A whole lot for a great price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Easy Setup
  • Easy to Keep Clean
  • Strong Construction
  • More »

    Cons

  • Could use better flash
  • No view finder

    Best Uses

  • Fun
  • Photojournalism
  • Travel
 

"I own a Nikon D-70 SLR and a Nikon Coolpix 7900 and was looking for another NON- SLR with a longer zoom to fill the zoom void....



After shooting about 50 pictures I was very very happy with the results..The Leica Lens does the job with clarity contrast and color...The Zoom macro as well as the n …"  Read Full Review »

10x zoom outdoors

10x zoom outdoors
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  • 8 mp - 100ISO

15.9 extended zoom outdoors

15.9 extended zoom outdoors
  • 3mp - 250 ISO
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  • 3-5 mp max at xtend zoom
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 18 2008
Mike
Long Island NY
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[6 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic Lumix 8.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black Review

The Worldly Traveler's Best Friend

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Easy Setup
  • Strong Construction
  • Wide-Angle Lens

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Photojournalism
  • Travel
 

"I originally wanted a camera for online purchasing/selling. The opportunity arose to take a class abroad so my desires for camera options increased - as well as my price range.I was looking under $300 for a good novice model. The option of the wide-angle lens (28mm) drew me into the Panasonic Lumi …"  Read Full Review »

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The Tower of London
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Wroxton Abbey

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Aug 20 2008
The Worldly Traveler Known as Frank
Bernardsville, NJ
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