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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 reviews
You can find here the most interesting reviews / ratings from the well-known expert sites about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 Camera. Here are the reviewers:
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- 03 June 2011 - |
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- 0 |
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- 05 June 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 15 May 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 08 May 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 11 April 2011 - |
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- 0 |
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- 21 March 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 17 March 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 04 March 2011 - |
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- 3.5 |
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- 28 February 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
Steves Digicams 's conclusion / rating - 03 June 2011 |
“ Panasonic's Lumix ZS10 is a compact and incredibly versatile digicam. Sporting a 14-Megapixel imaging sensor, 16x Leica optical zoom lens, built-in GPS, Power O.I.S., 1080p HD movie recording and Panasonic's iAuto (intelligent auto) shooting mode, this is an outstanding choice whether you are an experienced photographer looking for a compact camera to carry, or a beginner looking for great features and image quality. With a MSRP of US $399.99 US, its quality, versatility and features are well worth the cost... ”
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- 0 |
Complete review here
ePhotozine 's conclusion / rating - 05 June 2011 |
“ When I first started reviewing the Panasonic Lumix TZ20, I was expecting the camera to be almost identical to the TZ18, apart from the addition of GPS. However, when I actually came to use it and see the results from the camera, I was impressed. The high speed shooting, improved screen, and Full HD video modes are great additions, and the use of a MOS sensor means that noise is much less obvious when compared to the CCD sensor in the TZ18 (although this could be due to stronger noise reduction). The 16x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation is very useful, with a wide angle view, and detail is good at both ends of the lens, producing very good images and videos. The camera is very easy to use and feels good with a solid design... ”
ePhotozine's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
Complete review here
PhotoReview 's conclusion / rating - 15 May 2011 |
“ Buy this camera if:
- You're looking for a pocketable super-zoom digicam with PASM shooting modes.
- You would like to record HD video clips with stereo sound.
- You could use the built-in geotagging system.
- You want good wide-angle coverage and competent image stabilisation for shooting both video and still pictures.
Don't buy this camera if:
- You want to shoot raw files (the TZ20 can't). ... ”
PhotoReview's rating: |
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- 4 |
Complete review here
PhotoRadar 's conclusion / rating - 08 May 2011 |
“ In the TZ20, it really seems as if Panasonic has pulled out all the stops. Serious upgrades to the Panasonic TZ10's feature set in the form of an expanded focal range, full HD video recording, touchscreen LCD and, yes, begrudgingly, a 3D mode, leapfrog Panasonic's travel zoom compact camera to the forefront of its competition.
And with the Panasonic TZ20 best price hovering just below the £300 mark on the UK high street, there's a lot of value for money to be had here.
Having the option for raw capture would be a very welcome addition, and some may be averse to the noise and smudging of details at higher sensitivities. But for all the capabilities and versatility the Panasonic TZ20 offers, it's quick AF, easy handling and overall strong image quality, it's hard to see why this latest Panasonic camera isn't the perfect travel camera... ”
Complete review here
Imaging Resource 's conclusion / rating - 11 April 2011 |
“ There's no doubt the Lumix ZS10 represents several important technological advances over last year's ZS7. GPS hasn't changed, but the 14-Mp MOS sensor and Venus FHD image processor do bring new capabilities to the small travel camera, most notably Full HD video capability and high-speed continuous modes.
But my experience with the Lumix ZS10 wasn't a happy one. Most of my images were flat and fuzzy. And I quickly grew annoyed with it.
The touchscreen interface seems emblematic of the Panasonic ZS10. I wouldn't have suspected it had one if I hadn't seen the stylus in the box. And I wouldn't have given it another thought it if I didn't accidentally fire the shutter. But when I used it to set focus, snap the shutter or zoom, I couldn't convince myself anyone would actually use these functions where they had an equivalent button.
Panasonic has employed the MOS sensor in its recent cameras for the express purpose of achieving Full HD 1080 video capture, and the tradeoff for now is in still image quality. We compared the image quality of the Panasonic ZS10 with that of the FZ100, reviewed late last year, and the ZS10's quality was better, despite using the same sensor technology. So we're happy to report that Panasonic's still image processing has improved, but its printed output is still limited to about 11x14, especially where hair is present in the photograph. We recommend printing no larger than this at lower ISOs, but you can also get a 5x7 from the highest ISO setting of 1,600, so it's not all bad news. The good news is that you can get better still image quality in the Panasonic ZS8, which uses a CCD sensor, but the main tradeoffs there are: video is limited to HD 720p, full-res burst speed is only 1.9 fps, and there is no GPS or touchscreen. Given that the ZS10's image quality is still significantly lower than its predecessor's (the ZS7), we can't recommend it highly... ”
Imaging Resource's rating: |
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- 0 |
Complete review here
CameraLabs 's conclusion / rating - 21 March 2011 |
“ After a modest update to its best-selling travel zoom last year, Panasonic has pulled-out all the stops for the latest Lumix TZ20 / ZS10. The lens range is broader, the video recording now at Full HD, the continuous shooting significantly quicker and the GPS landmark database roughly doubled in size. There's also now a touch-screen display along with new 3D and composite noise reduction modes, while the vertical streaking which plagued bright highlights in video on its predecessor has been banished. Really, what's not to like?
In these respects the Lumix TZ20 / ZS10 is a triumph, and show Panasonic (necessarily) raising its game in the face of increasingly tough competition. But as described in detail above, the Lumix TZ20 / ZS10 is not without its faults. Biggest of these is the image quality which when viewed at 100% can appear patchy and ill-defined even under good light at 100 ISO. Increase the sensitivity and it becomes even patchier. The new Handheld Night Shot mode does a fair job at minimising noise, but the bottom line is the TZ20 / ZS10 is not a camera for pixel-peepers who like to see crisp and clean details at 100% on-screen.
On top of that, the touch-screen can feel under-utilised. At one moment you'll enjoy tapping the subject you'd like the camera to focus on, then be perplexed at another as you're forced to laboriously enter text using traditional buttons.
The touch-screen inconsistencies are just that though, and shouldn't be a major stumbling block for anyone considering the TZ20 / ZS10. It could be done better - and hopefully should be with a future firmware update - but it's certainly not a deal-breaker.
The image quality however might be for some. This is a shame since there's so much that's really good about the TZ20 / ZS10, it's frustrating to find it let down in such a fundamental respect. Ironically, while unnecessary boosts in resolution are partly to blame, it's also down to the adoption of a MOS technology for the sensor. What it 'giveth' in 1080i video and fast continuous shooting, it 'taketh' away in photo quality. As earlier Lumix FZ100 owners realised, you can't have it all.
The question then becomes whether you're actually bothered by this, or if the undoubted benefits of the camera outweigh the quality issues. If you generally view your photos on screen at lower magnification, or make normal sized prints, then it could be a non-issue. Alternatively even if the quality bothers you, you may be happy to trade it for the big zoom, 1080i video, fast continuous shooting and GPS database packed into a pocketable camera. It really is something only you can decide, although you should of course also compare the TZ20 / ZS10 against its key rivals listed above.
Ultimately the Lumix TZ20 / ZS10 misses out on our highest rating due to disappointing image quality, but still earns our Recommended award because first, most of its target audience will be satisfied by its output, and second, there's simply so much else to like about the camera that the good outweighs the bad... ”
CameraLabs's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
Complete review here
TrustedReviews 's conclusion / rating - 17 March 2011 |
“ In offering up another dual operation Lumix - touch screen and/or physical controls - Panasonic is providing a 'best of both worlds' option that is actually simpler to use than you might imagine after an initial play. Not all of us might need the full extent of the zoom being offered here, but after you've used a broader than average focal range, going back to a compact with a 3x, 4x or even 7x zoom option feels a bit like trying to take pictures with one hand tied behind your back. Coming across as slightly more gimmicky are the functions that at first appear to be bulking up the specification list but you may well not be using everyday, such as the built-in GPS and 3D modes. But then again with both increasingly becoming must-haves on manufacturers' spec lists, they help make the camera as 'future proof' as possible... ”
TrustedReviews's rating: |
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- 4 |
Complete review here
Pocket-lint 's conclusion / rating - 04 March 2011 |
“ The Panasonic Lumix TZ20 has plenty of offer. It’s a big improvement over the TZ10 before it and we’re particularly fond of the newfound 16x optical zoom (24-384mm) lens. This provides a broad range to shoot with although, it has to be said, the overall final image quality at 100% isn’t the best out there - yet it’s ideal for day-to-day snaps.
Elsewhere the TZ20’s 1080i movie mode is excellent, GPS is great to have, full manual and automatic controls appeal to the more advanced snapper, the 10fps burst mode is very impressive for rapid shooting and, even though it’s not perfectly responsive, the touchscreen can add an extra dimension to the shooting experience. That’s more than we can say for the 3D mode, however, which won’t work for all situations based on its “two image method” of creation.
Overall, if you’re looking for an impressive zoom range in a relatively small package and want to capture some decent HD movies too then, assuming the current £349 asking price is no object, the TZ20 should certainly be seen as a front-runner... ”
Pocket-lint's rating: |
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- 3.5 |
Complete review here
PhotographyBLOG 's conclusion / rating - 28 February 2011 |
“ In the face of some tough competition, Panasonic have introduced a number of key features to their flagship travel-zoom camera to try and keep it ahead of the pack. The TZ20 notably offers a bigger 16x zoom, faster continuous shooting, full 1080i HD movies, a touchscreen LCD, 3D Photo Mode and faster auto-focus system, all at the same launch price as last year's TZ10 model. Only that rather high price tag and the good rather than excellent image quality prevent us from recommending the TZ20 even more highly.
In addition the TZ20 retains the creative A, S and M shooting modes, improved hand-holding Intelligent Auto mode, GPS tracking, effective anti-shake system, high-resolution screen and proven handling of its predecessor. All of this together with the new headline features adds up to a very full-featured camera that's also importantly intuitive to use for both beginners and more experienced photographers alike, a particularly difficult trick to pull off.
There is one key area where the Panasonic DMC-TZ20 sadly doesn't improve on its rivals or its predecessor, namely the poorer image quality once you venture above ISO 400. Noise is apparent at ISO 400 but becomes much more obvious at ISO 800 along with excessive smearing of finer details, with the fastest speed of ISO 1600 being something of a last resort. Although this is a similar performance to the year-old TZ10, we'd hoped for some improvements in this area.
Despite this and the £349 / £399 price, the DMC-TZ20 offers an even more compelling combination of size, features, image quality and handling than the TZ10. The ability to shoot good quality still images at up to 10fps and full HD video with the use of an ultra-wide and long telephoto zoom lens, all from a camera that you can easily fit in a pocket, goes a long way to justifying its cost. For a lot of people, the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 could be the only camera that you ever need... ”
PhotographyBLOG's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
Complete review here
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