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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 reviews
You can find here the most interesting reviews / ratings from the well-known expert sites about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 Camera. Here are the reviewers:
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- 09 September 2011 - |
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- 0 |
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- 06 September 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 04 July 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 27 May 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 24 March 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 16 March 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 11 March 2011 - |
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- 4 |
Steves Digicams 's conclusion / rating - 09 September 2011 |
“ Panasonic's Lumix TS3 was created to be a go anywhere "tough" camera, and it has lived up to expectations. We had no problems with the camera in a pool, and it easily survived a fall from 5'9" while recording. On top of that you get a 12-Megapixel imaging sensor, Leica 4.6x optical zoom lens, Intelligent Auto shooting and full 1080p HD video capture with just one push of a button. The outdoor image quality was a little surprising, as it struggled a bit with the high contrast scenes, but once indoors it was back to the outstanding quality that we are used to seeing from Panasonic. With a MSRP of US $399.99, this is an excellent tough option for the money... ”
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- 0 |
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CNET 's conclusion / rating - 06 September 2011 |
“ Like all tough and waterproof cameras the FT3 has its downsides, but it's one of the best models you can buy. Primarily, the decision will come down to image quality — the FT3 is good, but not great at taking photos. The Sony TX10 edges it out slightly in this respect, but then it's not as strong or as fully featured as the FT3. The FT3 is available in silver, orange, red and blue, and Australia is also getting the optional marine case (AU$449), which extends the waterproofing to 40m, as well as a flotation carrying strap and case... ”
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ePhotozine 's conclusion / rating - 04 July 2011 |
“ Having recently reviewed the Olympus TG-610 my first thoughts when picking up the FT3 were that it didn't feel quite as strong and tough as the TG-610. During testing the FT3 performed and handled just as well with the main differences being features and therefore price. If GPS is important to you in a camera designed for an active lifestyle then the FT3 is the camera for you. If not, the TG-610 costs £100 less and has a macro LED light and TAP control.... ”
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PhotoReview 's conclusion / rating - 27 May 2011 |
“ Buy this camera if:
- You're looking for a slimline camera for snorkelling and shallow diving that can record HD video clips and good-looking still shots.
- You want good wide-angle coverage and competent image stabilisation for shooting both video and still pictures.
- You require a tough, waterproof, solidly-built camera with an easy-to-use menu system.
- You can live with high levels of automation.
Don't buy this camera if:
- You require PASM shooting modes.
- You want to shoot raw files (the FT3 can't).
- You want high burst capacity at high resolution.
- You prefer using a viewfinder.
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PhotoReview's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
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TechRadar 's conclusion / rating - 24 March 2011 |
“ If you need a hard-wearing compact and you're prepared to spend a little extra, the Panasonic FT3 should definitely be on your shortlist – otherwise, you may find the same money will get you an equivalent compact with a slightly larger LCD screen and none of the operation issues associated with sealing the camera against water... ”
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TrustedReviews 's conclusion / rating - 16 March 2011 |
“ In terms of default image quality the FT3 may provide similar results to your typical £199 point and shoot then, but for that extra £100 you're getting additional goodies such as its nigh indestructible construction, GPS which makes this a real tool for the traveller, 3D shooting mode (useful only if you own a compatible TV) and Full HD video clips, so you might feel the extra is worth paying anyway for both peace of mind and added creative flexibility. While we couldn't quite replicate exactly the full gamut of rugged tests required to take this camera to its limits it certainly survived the few trials we put it under. And based on past experience with the Panasonic FT2, we're sure The FT3 will be just as true to its hardy word... ”
TrustedReviews's rating: |
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- 4 |
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PhotographyBLOG 's conclusion / rating - 11 March 2011 |
“ Like its predecessors, in the FT3 we have a take anywhere, use (almost) anywhere pocket camera that combines resilience with apparent sophistication via the addition of latest must have features including GPS, Full HD video, HDMI output and 3D snapping. This very much makes it appear one of the most feature packed examples of its kind. The only grumbles we have include the fact that the camera is priced at a slight premium (of around £100) if its 'armour plated' qualities aren't a priority, but at least Panasonic has added in freeze-proofing since the camera's earliest incarnation. With Olympus having added a crush proof ability to its latest TG-810 rival so it can also be stood on by the average adult and suffer no ill effects, perhaps this another toughened feature Panasonic needs to shoehorn in to its next generation model to stay bang up to date competitive.
Again, as with the FT3's forebears, having a separate button for recording video is a touch that enables Panasonic to flog this camera as a dual purpose 'hybrid' device, when in truth its performance is no better nor worse than cameras that merely include a video option among the shooting mode settings and enable its operation via the same shutter release button as used for taking photographs. Good though to be able access the full extent of the optical zoom when recording 'movies', which isn't always the case.
As with the competing Olympus Tough range with which it shares certain bulked out physical characteristics, the FT3 will sell itself as a photographic device that will happily bounce around with the rest of your holiday luggage and still be fit for purpose when you arrive at your destination. With newly added GPS, there's also the added draw now of (potentially) never getting lost en route... ”
PhotographyBLOG's rating: |
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- 4 |
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