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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Black)

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  • Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
  • Intelligent Auto (iA) mode , Face Recognition feature
  • 12x MEGA optical image-stablilized zoom , 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens
  • 10.1-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-size prints
  • Capture HD video in AVCHD Lite format
  • 10.1-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-size prints
  • 12x MEGA optical image-stablilized zoom; 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens
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    Product Description

    The new Lumix ZS3 features 10.1-megapixels, a 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens and 12x optical zoom, meaning it has added 2x optical zoom to the award-winning TZ-series camera, yet reduced its size. The ZS3 also features a Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens and High Definition (HD) video recording ability, known as AVCHD Lite.The ZS3 is the world’s first digital camera to feature HD video recording in AVCHD Lite. Compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format, AVCHD Lite allows longer recordings with breathtaking HD visual and audio quality. This combined with a well-considered control interface, which includes a dedicated movie recording button on the camera’s back panel, makes the ZS3 a hybrid model that performs admirably for both still and motion image capture.

    From the Manufacturer

    The new Lumix ZS3 features 10.1-megapixels, a 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens and 12x optical zoom, meaning it has added 2x optical zoom to the award-winning TZ-series camera, yet reduced its size. The ZS3 also features a Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens and High Definition (HD) video recording ability, known as AVCHD Lite.

    The ZS3 is the world’s first digital camera to feature HD video recording in "AVCHD Lite." Compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format, AVCHD Lite allows longer recordings with breathtaking HD visual and audio quality. This combined with a well-considered control interface, which includes a dedicated movie recording button on the camera’s back panel, makes the ZS3 a hybrid model that performs admirably for both still and motion image capture.

    The ZS3 also expands Panasonic’s popular Intelligent Auto (iA) mode with the addition of Face Recognition--a feature that "remembers" faces from previous shots. When a registered face appears in the frame, the camera will prioritize focus and exposure to capture it beautifully. With Face Recognition, when a familiar face is recorded several times, the camera will prompt the users to register the face. Once registered, if the face appears into the frame again, the camera will display the name specified for that person and prioritize focus and exposure so that the registered face is bright and sharply focused.

    New this year to the ZS-Series, iA mode is also available in Movie Mode. It automatically selects the most suitable Scene mode and helps to correct handshake, focus and brightness problems - making iA mode your one-stop solution to capture beautiful still and motion images. In Movie Mode, the ZS3, Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) helps prevent handshake when using the high-powered zoom. Face Detection automatically detects a face in the frame and adjusts focus, exposure, contrast, and skin complexion so it turns out perfectly. Intelligent Exposure continually checks the ambient light level and adjusts the exposure setting as conditions change to prevent blown highlights and blocked shadows. And Intelligent Scene Selector automatically switches between Normal, Portrait, Macro, Scenery, and Low Light modes according to the situation to optimize visual quality.

    The imaging power of Lumix has further evolved with the Venus Engine HD, which boasts two CPUs to provide approx. 2.4x processing capability and support for AVCHD Lite and HDMI output. It integrates all the advanced functions and camera operations with high performance and low-power consumption. In image processing, luminance noise and chromatic noise are reduced separately before and after signal processing. This is further refined by separating noise two-dimensionally into high-frequency and low-frequency noise. The circuits then effectively reduce only the low-frequency noise to minimize the unwanted noise and help produce beautiful, sharp still and motion images.

    Playback with the ZS-series is also easy. Simply insert the camera’s SD memory card into the VIERA HDTV’s Image Viewer SD Card slot for a photo slideshow. Alternatively, connect the camera via an optional HDMI mini cable, the DMW-HDC2, to a VIERA Link-equipped Panasonic VIERA HDTV and use the television’s remote control to run mixed slideshows of photos and videos. The ZS3 features a 3-inch, high resolution 460,000-dot Intelligent LCD with a wide viewing angle, improving visibility during recording and playback.

    Other features of the Lumix ZS3 include:

    • Increased Scene modes for both still and motion image shooting--optimized for a variety of situations. There are 26 scene modes for still image and 17 for motion image (Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self portrait, Scenery, Low light, Food, Party, Candle light, Sunset, High sensitivity, Beach, Snow, Aerial, Pin hole, Film grain and Underwater)
    • Two new My Scene settings let users assign their two most frequently used Scene modes to the setting, and with a simple switch, allow access to either scene instantly.
    • New Panorama Assist scene mode allows users to shoot a number of consistent photos, either vertically or horizontally, by aligning them according to a guide that overlaps the screen. Then using those photos and the bundled PanoramaMaker software, users can create dramatic panoramic images.
    • High-Speed Burst (Speed Priority) that fires off approx. 10 shots per second.
    • Menus are clearer and easier to navigate with the Display Size option.
    • Macro Zoom function lets users pull subjects even closer to capture dramatic close-up shots by using the 3x digital zoom in the wide-angle.
    • Bundled Software: The latest version of PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0 HD Edition allows users to view, edit and archive captured content with greater ease and fun. Still and motion images can be transferred to the computer via a USB cable for viewing and archiving. Using PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0 HD Edition, users can edit and remove unwanted portions of video clips recorded in AVCHD Lite. Contents recorded in AVCHD Lite can be burned directly onto a DVD disc or the software can convert contents to MPEG2 format. The software also incorporates the Face Recognition function, which recognizes registered faces in photos stored on the computer, making organizing and archiving photos with a specific person much easier. Additionally, motion pictures can be uploaded directly to YouTube.


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    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    774 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the picture quality, quality and zoom of the digital camera. They mention that it produces sharp night photos without using flash, has a high quality Leica lens and that it makes great quality movies with less storage needed. They also appreciate the ease of use and that the camera is excellent for inexperienced users. That said, some complain about the size.

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    392 customers mention333 positive59 negative

    Customers like the picture quality of the digital camera. They mention that it has a very good picture quality, HD video capture, and incredible sound quality. The advantage of the new ZS3 is the ability to do pretty sharp night photos without using flash. The optical quality out of this camera is AMAZING, and the LCD screen is excellent.

    "...- Very nice, high-resolution LCD. The resolution and size of the LCD makes it easy to compose pictures and a pleasure to review them...." Read more

    "...The videos have a great quality, can zoom during recording (most can't), and taking multiple photos in a row wasn't a problem...." Read more

    "...My landscape photos have such detail that it's hard to believe these were not taken with a more expensive SLR digital...." Read more

    "...and shoot that will give you sharp, crisp, accurate color and properly exposed photos that you will love to show off to your friends in a lot of..." Read more

    314 customers mention274 positive40 negative

    Customers like the quality of the digital camera. They mention that it has a high quality Leica lens, a 12x optical zoom, and HD video capability. Some customers also appreciate the build quality and compactness of the camera. Overall, customers find the product to be a superb digital camera and a great value.

    "...and size of the LCD makes it easy to compose pictures and a pleasure to review them...." Read more

    "...A big leap. The camera is small, functional, lightweight, and also takes digital video...." Read more

    "...video onto a giant classroom screen during a lecture and the quality was amazing. Everyone asked what type of camera I was using!..." Read more

    "...The great thing is inside the wide angle makes it a perfect camera for close in shots that I would not use my Nikon for because of the bulk...." Read more

    201 customers mention181 positive20 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the zoom of the digital camera. They mention that it has a great zoom lens and a compact body. It possesses the 12X optical zoom and AVCHD video capability, but it's at a lower price. Customers are also impressed with the picture quality and the ability to expand photos to 8x10 and 11x14.

    "...The zoom is very nice, and even at full zoom the details are very clear...." Read more

    "...The videos have a great quality, can zoom during recording (most can't), and taking multiple photos in a row wasn't a problem...." Read more

    "...as good as any point and shoot for all over image quality and has a amazing zoom for such a compact lens...." Read more

    "...To sum up here are Pros:- 12x optical zoom (also while filming)- 460K pixels LCD bright screen- stereo microphone-..." Read more

    183 customers mention147 positive36 negative

    Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that it is user friendly, excellent for inexperienced users, has minimal manual settings, and easy to manage. The scene selection is pretty good, and the size of the LCD makes it easy to compose pictures and review them. The Taking pictures and motion pictures is a breeze, and there is an intuitive menu/display info system.

    "...The resolution and size of the LCD makes it easy to compose pictures and a pleasure to review them...." Read more

    "...Ease of use is important, but let's face it, picture quality is more important than anything else...." Read more

    "...The 130 page instruction book was easy to navigate through, but it takes a while to familiarize yourself with everything this amazing little camera..." Read more

    "...Taking pictures and motion pictures is a breeze, and best of all, as in my old Panasonic camcorder..." Read more

    183 customers mention151 positive32 negative

    Customers like the size of the digital camera. They mention that it's small enough to carry around 24 hours, and is pocketable. The camera is a great portable HD camcorder and will save substantial memory card space. The LCD monitor on the SZ3 is large enough to review photos and videos. Customers also mention that the camera feels lighter than expected.

    "...that satisfies my need for both an "ultra zoom" as well as pocketable point and shoot, and that exceeds my expectations both in terms of features..." Read more

    "...A big leap. The camera is small, functional, lightweight, and also takes digital video...." Read more

    "...The large 3 inch LCD monitor on the SZ3 is large enough to review photos and videos so I could easily determine which photos and videos were worth..." Read more

    "...Camera is small taking into consideration it's 12x zoom and has a nice large LCD screen with excellent resolution (460K pixels)...." Read more

    93 customers mention83 positive10 negative

    Customers like the value of the camera. They say it's great for the money, has good price/performance, and is not as big or expensive as a high-end camera. The Lumix ZS3 is an affordable advanced wide angle to a large telephoto point and shoot, and comes with iMovie, the best inexpensive video editing software available.

    "...The Lumix ZS3 is a affordable advanced wide angle to a large telephoto point and shoot that will give you sharp, crisp, accurate color and properly..." Read more

    "...is the only camera on the market that successfully -- and at $240, affordably -- combines:..." Read more

    "...It his well made and feels like a high priced camera, which it is...." Read more

    "...It is worth every buck!!!" Read more

    103 customers mention49 positive54 negative

    Customers are mixed about the battery life of the digital camera. Some mention that it has an amazing battery life, while others say that it is eaten up even without zooming. The camera has a good deal, but there is no spare battery and the recycle time was a HUGE downer.

    "...If you are like me you will be disappointed with the short battery life after using a SLR so purchasing a second battery for me was a must...." Read more

    "...Another important feature of a portable camera is battery life...." Read more

    "...It has less rated battery life than the Lumix. Also, when shooting video, the Canon does NOT allow you to use optical zooming...." Read more

    "...Battery life is very good, but if you are planning on recording at a ball game or an amusement park, consider purchasing a spare battery..." Read more

    80 customers mention50 positive30 negative

    Customers are mixed about the shutter speed of the camera. Some mention that it is plenty fast in video mode, has a high-speed burst mode, and autofocus is very quick. However, others say that the shutter lag is long and the transfer may be a bit slow. The camera has lousy low-light pictures and is slow to recover to the next shot.

    "...The intelligent auto is amazingly smart and wicked fast (1.4 secs to turn-on and 0.4 seconds shutter lag)...." Read more

    "...The zooming works well in video mode - it is plenty fast and while I did notice an occassional tiny amount of refocusing during the ball game while..." Read more

    "...Transfer may be a bit slow. Hope this helps in case you think you may be stuck for a while... Now on to my original review (May 2009)......" Read more

    "...adjustment, HD video capture and incredible sound quality, a burst mode that seems to take about ten shots a second, the best optical image..." Read more

    It's David to Canon & Nikon's DSLR Goliaths
    4 Stars
    It's David to Canon & Nikon's DSLR Goliaths
    I have finally settled on a camera. I have tried many, from the higher echelons (Canon DSLRs) to the low-end (Canon SD1000), trying to alternately to get the most photo pizazz and then to just get the most enjoyment out of them as fast & painlessly as possible. It always seemed that it was one or the other: have a camera that could take good pictures with a long lens but put up with the hassle of transporting it and operating it, or have an easily-pocketable camera that will not be up to par in a lot of situations and thusly miss a lot of potential shots.Then my significant other stumbled upon these Panasonic Travel Zooms. I was apprehensive at first, so I let her be the guinea pig. After she received hers I took it away and played with it myself. I was impressed enough that although I had recently gotten a new DSLR (again) to replace a broken low-end Pocket Camera (SD1000) that I bought because I was initially tired of lugging around a large DSLR that I never took out of the bag in the first place, I decided to SELL the new DSLR and get one of the Panny's for myself.The largest lens you're getting for a DSLR is going to be in the 300mm range. To get much longer a reach you have to deal with an enormous lens that you probably can't afford and is too bulky to be with you at all times. With the Panasonic, I get the same focal range at the long-end -- 300mm -- and can skinny down to 25mm at the short end.The images are very good -- not as good as a good DSLR shot, missing some clarity at 100% magnification -- but for the needs of the masses they are far more than adequate in quality. The colors are realistic & warm. The videos are sharp and clear as long as you're not trying to focus on heavily backlit subjects, as the camera will choke on the dust on the lens that gets lit up. But otherwise, if you have a program that can load the videos you'll be impressed (iMovie '09 on the Mac can import them fine, VLC player can play them although in my experience isn't as good as iMovie's quality).I'm not going to delve into the specifics of each mode as it's been done many a time. Suffice to say that there's multiple modes and the "Intelligent Auto" mode is great for quickly getting good shots without fuss, which is sort of what this camera is all about and what other pocket cameras strive to be. Instead I want to explain my rationale for moving to this camera, and what functions and qualities I touch on will be touched on!I went back & forth from DSLR to pocket cameras. Reason being, I wanted at times to have fine control over my shots to really make them shine and wanted them tack sharp (DSLR), and at other times I just wanted to be able to take a picture and load it onto my computer and share it and look at it without loads of aftershot post-processing. It was always one or the other. The biggest problem was that the DSLR -- while it took great shots -- is bigger, bulkier, and requires more of you pre- and post-processing to get those shots. The pocket camera however, is easy to pull out and take that shot of the moment, and most of the time its quality is 80-85% at least of the shot you'd have gotten with the DSLR; its real drawback was the lack of effective range, and losing shots of BALD FREAKIN' EAGLES just beyond those trees, if only you had a DSLR and a lens...I tried to just jump back to a DSLR after playing around with a pocket camera until I killed it. I thought that for sure, I would be happier having the range, and I could put up with the initial time & effort investment as well as the post-processing requirements to have that extra 15-20% quality back. But I was wrong. As the saying goes, "the best camera is the one that you have with you," and to that I would add the trailer "and are willing to take out of the case."I settled on the ZS3 because it has successfully managed to fill the roles of both long-range DSLR & quick-draw pocket camera rather well with very insignificant costs: it's as pocketable as the pocket cameras but has the range of a long lens DSLR setup! the quality is better than a regular pocket camera if not quite on par with a DSLR rig, but for the slight (ever so slight) quality hit, you are removed from all the pre- & post-processing requirements of a heavier-duty camera setup.The HD video capabilities put it in a class by itself right now -- you can't get the lens reach AND video quality that this camera offers short of the Canon Rebel XTi (arguable) or the mid-range Nikon DSLRs right now, which to compete would need a good 300mm lens which would put the total cost well above the $1K mark with just ONE lens and only half the lens range of the Panny, and it doesn't fit in a pocket (unless you have extremely large, freakish pockets ;-) ).To me it seemed that in order to outshoot the ZS3 in both stills & motion pictures, I'd have to aim a little higher in the DSLR market than where I was and talk myself into investing more into lenses as well. All that money spent it would seem, just to equal the power & ability of what Panasonic was able to fit into my shirt pocket, and for 1/4 the proposed cost either Canon or Nikon was asking me for. It was a no-brainer.If you're in that boat, if you're looking to get that one shot that you missed with the other pocket cameras but you're also quite tired of carrying around a BIG DSLR and missing the shots anyway because you aren't taking it out of the bag, let me assure you that the ZS3 is a very capable shooter. The focus time leaves a little to be desired sometimes, but digital shots are dirt cheap with a 16GB card inside so I just try try again and I find I'm rarely disappointed at any missed shots. The sharpness I get is on par with my old Canon DSLRs and far exceeds my experience with other pocket cameras.I cannot recommend this camera enough. My only compliant -- besides the focus time -- is lack of GPS tagging, but alas, for the cost, I can't complain too much. If you're still lugging around that DSLR to take pictures of your dogs & family & your trips? Shame on you. this review was long enough that you should have hit "add to cart" a long time ago.
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