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Testseek.com have collected 78 expert reviews of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 / DMC-ZS3 and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 / DMC-ZS3.
Award: Highest Rated April 2009
April 2009
 
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78 Reviews
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The editors liked

  • The still image quality is outstanding
  • With excellent colour
  • Sharp focus and effective image stabilisation. Even at the full
  • Remarkable
  • 300mm extension images are sharp. Video quality is good
  • Even if it is not broadcast quality. Remember that you ...
  • 12x optical zoom
  • Optical image stabilisation
  • Useful autofocus tracking and face detection
  • Clear and vibrant pictures
  • 720p video capture
  • 300mm zoom lens (35mm equivalent)
  • Excellent face recognition and tracking
  • Intelligent ISO
  • Takes clear photos
  • 27 scene modes
  • Excellent LCD screen
  • HD video
  • Clean
  • Crisp images up to ISO 400

The editors didn't like

  • The price puts the camera up against some impressive entry level DSLRs
  • Any one of which will produce better images
  • Albeit without the benefit of portability and the video mode.
  • No manual mode
  • Awkwardly placed shutter button
  • Awkward placement of the shutter button
  • Very loose mode dial
  • Mode dial has a tendency to fall out of place
  • No manual controls
  • Zoom in movie mode is achingly slow
  • Flickering band across video

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  Published: 2009-06-01, review by: Cameras.co.uk

  • Abstract:  The Panasonic Lumix DMC TZ7 is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a 12x, ultra wide angle lens. Other features include High Definition movies with stereo sound. You can also zoom in and out while shooting a movie. I also like the high quality, 3 inch L...

 
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  Published: 2009-05-20, review by: CNET.co.uk

  • Build and finish; handling and controls; stills quality; movie quality; 12x zoom and super-wideangle lens
  • Slow zooming and AF in movie mode
  • Panasonic's Lumix DMC-TZ7 is a better camera than the TZ6, so why have we given it a slightly lower score? Because, although the TZ7's movie mode is great, the AF and zoom need to be quicker. But hey, you're getting a top-quality, 12x super-wideangle ...

 
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  Published: 2009-05-06, review by: stuff.tv

  • Compact size. Huge zoom range. Close-focus macro mode. HD video capture
  • Some minor control issues. Quite expensive
  • Pricey for a compact, but strong still and movie performance and a great zoom range makes this an impressive pocket shooter ...

 
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  Published: 2009-05-06, review by: techradar.com

  • Great LCD, Excellent image stabiliser, Sharp images
  • Mode dial switch placement

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  Published: 2009-04-28, review by: digicambuyer.co.uk

  • A real shame, as the majority of the specs are decent enough but the end quality and control issues arent quite up to standard...

 
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  Published: 2009-04-01, review by: expertreviews.co.uk

  • Abstract:  In most respects the TZ7 is the same camera as the TZ6, but it comes with various upgrades and extra features. Theres the same face-recognition technology discussed in the review of the DMC-FT1 on page 85. The LCD screen is up from 2.7in to 3in and...

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  Published: 2009-03-31, review by: digitalversus.com

  • HD video with zoom, Sound quality, Image quality, Wellconstructed, Nice definition screen
  • Scroll mode too loose, Screen jumps in low light, Large and heavy, No manual mode, Still very expensive

 
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  Published: 2009-03-21, Author: Cliff , review by: trustedreviews.com

  • Long, 12x zoom, Well built, HD video with stereo sound, Versatile, Good image quality for a compact
  • Smallish battery, Video clips limited to 15mins, Still only 'compact quality' images

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  Published: 2009-02-12, review by: techadvisor.co.uk

  • The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is set to be one of the best super-zoom, point-and-shoot compact digital cameras on the market. If youve been considering purchasing a new compact camera, its definitely plumping for this snapper — especially if you want...

 
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  Published: 2009-01-01, review by: practicalphotography.com

  • It’s easy to see why the LUMIX TZ7 won the Best Compact category in the 2009 Gear of the Year awards - it’s an excellent all-round compact, with a brilliant zoom range, first-rate build quality and is packed with an array of features.AT A GLANCEStre...

 
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