Panasonic Lumix DMC TZ3

Résumé : Panasonic launched the TZ3 in January 2007 as the follow-up camera to the tiny ultra-zoom TZ1. The Lumix TZ3 has since become Panasonic's top-selling camera, according to company representatives.  Equipped with a 10x optically stabilized lens, this ...

Conclusion : The Panasonic TZ3 is an excellent performer with its impressive optics, accurate color reproduction, easy handling, and reasonable price

Résumé : It shoots far and it shoots wide. Could the TZ3 be the ultimate pocket snapper or is Panasonic trying to cram too much in?

Points forts : Unique wide angle and super zoom, fairly compact

Points faibles : Detail sapping noise reduction, lacklustre colours

Résumé : The Panasonic Lumix TZ3 is the sophomore version to last year's ultra-zoom compact TZ1. Tailored for the world traveler to the soccer mom, the TZ3 is targeted for movers and shakers who want the convenience of a point-and-shoot but the zoom ...

Points forts : 10x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization ; Nice LCD size and resolution ; Three aspect ratios ; Wide video shooting ; Plenty of scene modes including a Baby mode

Points faibles : Tiny buttons on the back of the camera ; Harsh Flash ; Weight of a half a pound versus lighter point-and-shoots ; Limited manual controls

Conclusion : Likes - 10x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization - Nice LCD size and resolution - Three aspect ratios - Wide video shooting - Plenty of scene ...

Résumé : Battery life is the only downside to this excellent compact camera.

Conclusion : Shooting at full telephoto would not be possible without the integral optical image stabiliser (OIS) – another benefit over the IXUS. This has two modes: MEGA OIS compensates primarily for handshake by measuring 4000 frames per second to eliminate ...

Résumé : Compared to the TZ1, there are considerable improvements; a big 3 inch screen, 28 mm wide angle with 3 formats, and especially a better noise control. Besides colors that are a little to flashy, the quality of images is in net progression.

Points forts : 10x stabilized zoom, Good noise control up to 400 ISO., Big high quality LCD screen, Simple use, Wide angle in three formats ; 16/9, 3/2 et 4/3

Points faibles : No manual adjustment, Significant smoothing out of details beyond 400 ISO, No zoom in video mode