What is it: Compact superzoom digital camera with optical image stabilisation and 76mm display
What we think: A great improvement on its predecessor, with only minor image qualms spoiling the party
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 25 April 2007
Tags: Panasonic, Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3, image quality, LCD screen, resolution
We like:
Wide, powerful lens with little distortion; quick performance
We don't like:
No manual exposure controls; tiny buttons; no stop-motion movie mode
CNET UK judgement:
Though it leaves out one fun little shooting mode, the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 improves upon its predecessor in nearly every way
Full review:
Last year, Panasonic released the Lumix DMC-TZ1. The chunky little 5-megapixel camera contained a 10x zoom lens that let it fit snugly into the compact, high-zoom snapshot camera niche. It didn't exactly wow us, and we gave the camera a less than spectacular rating. Now Panasonic has released the Lumix £250 DMC-TZ3, taking the TZ1's basic design and improving nearly every aspect of it. Continue Reading...
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