Testseek.com have collected 54 expert reviews of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5.
April 2008
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54 Reviews
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168 Reviews
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 is unique in the fact that it is heavier and larger than most other products in its range. Where most makers are trying to reduce the size of the camera and make it compact, the DMC TZ-25 goes exactly opposite to this trend. It has a measure of 103.3 x 59.3 x 36.5mm and a weight of 240 gms, making it almost double the normal compact camera weight.
The camera has a 9.1 megapixel resolution CCD sensor, a 4x digital zooming; it has a shutter speed of 1/2000 sec to 60 sec, face recognition software with self-timer, a 3inch TFT LCD display, and an automatic focal adjustment. In addition to all these, it has a 1280x720-pixel movie-capture quality, which is higher than most cameras. However, due to the large resolution and size, the camera does take more time in shots and between shots.
The editors liked
Movie-capture zoom ability
Good photo quality and resolution
10x optical zoom
User friendly interface
Comfortable handgrip slot
3 inch screen and high resolution
Wide lens with good quality
Excellent colour balance.
The editors didn't like
Microphone placing is not proper
Less detail in shots taken indoors
Low ISO capacity
Lower performance as compared to most others in its range.
TestSeek's Conclusion
The Panasonic Lumix DMC TZ5 is not entirely perfect, but does have most of its good points. The mega-zoom facility and the comfortable handling puts it among the top league of cameras in its range. All in all, the camera is a good buy if you overlook its bulk and low sensitivity.
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Published: 2008-06-24, Author: Lori , review by: CNET.co.uk
Attractive, functional design; generally above average photo quality for its class; nice, useful feature set; lens can zoom during movie capture
Aggressive smoothing reduces detail in indoor shots, even at low ISO sensitivities; modest performance; poorly placed microphone
Though it's not perfect, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5's compact mid-range superzoom feature set puts it in a class with just its sibling, the TZ4, and should deliver a satisfying shooting experience ...
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Published: 2008-06-23, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com
Attractive, functional design; generally above-average photo quality for its class; nice, useful feature set; lens can zoom during movie capture.
Aggressive smoothing reduces detail in indoor shots, even at low ISO sensitivities; modest performance; poorly placed microphone.
Though its not perfect, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5s compact midrange megazoom feature set puts it in a class with just its sibling, the TZ4, and should deliver a satisfying shooting experience. Specifications: Resolution: 9.1 megapixels; Optical zoo...
Abstract: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 has an extensive zoom range extending from very wide to telephoto angles of view. The 10x Leica DC 28-280mm (equivalent) lens provides focal lengths to suit almost every style and subject, in a single very useful unit. The ...
Abstract: In der Panasonic „Lumix DMC-TZ5“ steckt mehr als das schlichte Äußere erwarten lässt. AUDIO VIDEO FOTO BILD hat getestet, was das Test-Sieger-Modell neben einem zehnfachen Zoom sonst noch zu bieten hat.
Abstract: Nach wie vor gute BildqualitätDer 9-Megapixel-Sensor der TZ5 bringt gegenüber der TZ3 einen leichten Auflösungszuwachs, der aber in der Praxis nicht sonderlich viel Unterschied macht. Die Grundcharakteristik der Bildqualität ist bei beiden Kameras ähnl...
Abstract: Panasonic hat eine beliebte und ausgeklügelte Serie digitaler Kompaktkameras im Programm, sie ebnen sich damit den Weg zum Erfolg. Das dürfte einen positiven Einfluss auf ihren Marktanteil haben und Panasonic vielleicht dazu veranlassen, diesen Weg fo...
Abstract: Panasonic offer a successful and smart series of digital compact cameras and keep setting the world on fire. It will affect the market share in a positive way and obviously drive Panasonic to continue on this road and deliver many more Lumix cameras. T...
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 represents an incremental evolution of an already winning blueprint, retaining the fundamental design of the hugely successful TZ3 model, whilst adding a smattering of new features. Current owners of the TZ3 wont be clamou...
Stabilisation optique, Grand angle, Zoom optique x10, Ecran de 460 000 pixels
Un peu cher, Incertitude quant à la gestion du bruit dans les hautes sensibilités
Qui dit format compact dit concessions, que cela soit sur la focale, le zoom, les options, etc. Panasonic a décidé de nen faire quune seule sur le DMC-TZ5 : le prix. A 400 euros, il se place clairement dans les compacts les plus chers. Mais du côté d...
10x Leica lens still great, Fast AF and good allaround speed, Vibrant color with plenty of punch, HD movie recording capabilities,
Noise reduction still too intrusive, Some weird screen bugs in bright shooting situations, Macro mode dodgy at times, No manual controls, Panasonic Lumix DMCTZ5
Journalists covering the digital camera industry seemed to be almost universally disappointed that Panasonic didn't, for the second update in a row, listen to their pleas to include more user exposure control on the next TZ camera. The TZ3 sold well, ...
