Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3

rating: 5.00

10.1-megapixel effective recording * 12X optical zoom (4X digital/48X total zoom) * 3" high-resolution (460,000-pixel) LCD screen * optical image stabilization * wide-angle lens for shooting landscapes and large groups * 35mm equivalent focal length: 25-300mm * top JPEG resolution: 3648 x 2736 * face detection adjusts focus and exposure settings for better portraits * scene recognition identifies shooting conditions and selects optimal settings * intelligent ISO detects subject movement and adjusts camera settings to prevent blur * high sensitivity mode for better low-light and flash-free shooting * variable burst mode lets you select shooting resolution and speed (up to 5 frames per second)

Product Features
10.1-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-size prints
12x MEGA optical image-stablilized zoom; 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens
Capture HD video in "AVCHD Lite" format
Intelligent Auto (iA) mode; Face Recognition feature
Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
Technical Details
Sensor: CCD
Size: 1/2.33" CCD
Image Resolution: 3648 x 2736
Movie Resolution: 1280 x 720
Memory Included: 50MB Internal
Storage Media: MultiMediaCard
Storage Media: SD / SDHC Memory Card
Compressed Format: JPEG (DCF / Exif2.21)
Movie File Format: Motion JPEG
Optical Zoom: 12x
Digital Zoom: 85.6x
Focal Length: f = 4.1 - 49.2mm
Focusing Range: Normal: Wide 50cm / Tele 200cm
LCD Monitor: 3 inches
LCD Pixels: 460,000 Pixels
LCD Coverage: 100%
Maximum Aperture: F 4.9 - 6.3
Shutter Speed: 8 - 1/2000 sec.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 user reviews

"A superb camera in a small package. Great still photo quality and tons of pre-set variety. Excellent, sharp 24x zoom. Great night photos. Super-easy and high quality video. Macro function is very handy and excellent.
If you don't want to carry around an SLR but demand high-end results, AND you want HD video, this is the camera for you. I love this camera! "

--- NY composer rated: 5

"this camera has met all my expectations. takes quality, super sharp pictures even when using substantial zoom shots of my son playing tennis. intuitively easy use of functions. video capabilities were easy to use and also happy with results. i think that I made a good choice. "

--- George E. Lipinski rated: 5

"I have the TS1 with the AVCHD Lite like the ZS3 and now I can edit movies with the free Windows Movie Maker! The programs that come with the camera can't even do that! You must have Vista or Windows 7 sorry xp people. :( Finally no more $100 programs! "

--- J. Toren rated: 5

"I considered this and the Canon SC200IS. I went with the Panasonic and am convinced that I made the right choice. Couple of things that I had issues with. Make sure the SD card is Class 6. Shooting full quality HD video quit because the older cards I had could not keep up. Older cards are great for pictures.

Biggest thing I did not care for on the Canon was the pop up flash.

The Panasonic is a very solid offering. "

--- M. Urness rated: 5

"Short and simple review. Took over 480 pictures, only a few were out of focus, still had a small portion of battery left as well! Takes pictures pretty quick, focus is very quick for this type of camera, neat design, sturdy casing, neat/professional small packaging by Panasonic. This point-and-shoot hybrid is one of the best out on the market! I've tested numerous point-and-shoot based cameras and have to say this is just simply worth every single penny! I recommend getting a nice case, a spare battery, and a 8 GB memory card for endless fun! :) Trust me, you won't be sorry with your purchase. "

--- David Kemper rated: 5

$279.91@Amazon.com
$301.80@Buy

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