3" LCD - 12x Optical Zoom - 3648 x 2736 Image - 1280 x 720 Video - HDMI - PictBridge - MPN: DMCZS3S See Product Details
Description
The ZS3 records HD motion images at a smooth 60 frames per second with 1280 x 720 resolution. It uses the AVCHD format,via AVCHD Lite, which stores less data than other formats and thus lets you shoot more minutes of HD motion images before running out of memory.
Quick Glance
Memory Type: Secure Digital (SD) Card
LCD Screen Size: 3"
Camera Type: Compact Camera
Megapixels: 10.1 Megapixel
Image Stabilization: Optical
Lens Mount: Fixed
Optical Zoom: 12
Weight: 7.20
Summary
Product Title: Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 Megapixel Compact Camera - Silver
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Power Score: 4.3 | 7 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CCD
Effective Megapixels: 10.1 Megapixel
Total Pixels: 12.7 Megapixel
Lens Features
Camera Type: Compact Camera
Lens Mount: Fixed
Optical Zoom: 12x
Digital Zoom: 4x
Max Aperture: 3.3 1/f
Focal Length: 0.16" to 1.94"
Storage
Memory Card Support: Secure Digital (SD) Card
Installed Memory: 45 MB
Other Features
LCD Screen Size: 3"
Image Stabilization: Optical
Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 1280 x 720
Flash: Auto Flash
Interface Connection: 1 x USB, 1 x Audio/Video Out, 1 x HDMI, 1 x DC Power In
Dimensions
Height: 2.35"
Width: 4.07"
Depth: 1.29"
Weight: 7.20 oz
Reference
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: Sensitivity: Auto High Sensitivity Mode: Auto (1600 - 6400) ISO 80 ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 1600 ISO 3200 Menu Languages: English Spanish
Software Included: PHOTOfunSTUDIO v3.0 ArcSoft (MediaImpression / Panorama Maker) USB Driver QuickTime
Camera Modes: Intelligent Auto (iA) Mode: Face Recognition (Still) Optical Image Stabilizer (Still & Movie) Intelligent ISO Control (Still & Movie) Face Detection (Still) Scene Modes: Portrait Soft Skin Transform Self-Portrait Scenery Panorama Assist Sports Night Portrait Night Scenery Food Party Candle Light Baby 1 Baby 2 Pet Sunset High Sensitivity Hi-Speed Burst (Image Priority / Speed Priority) Flash Burst Starry Sky Fireworks Beach Snow Aerial Photo Pinhole Film Grain Underwater
Viewfinder Type: No
Product Series: ZS
Lens Construction: 10 Elements in 8 Groups
Autofocus Points: 11
Maximum Image Resolution: 3648 x 2736
Maximum Frame Rate: 60 fps
Number of Batteries Support: 1
Battery Built-in: No
Battery Rechargeable: Yes
Battery Include: Yes
Longest Shutter Speed: 8 Second
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/2000 Second
PictBridge: Yes
HD Movie Mode: Yes
THE GOOD: Long and wide-angle zoom lens in a compact body; 720p movies; lens can zoom during movie capture. THE BAD: Very few manual controls. THE BOTTOM LINE: As long as you dont want much in the way of manual features, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 is a very nice camera that can handle a variety of shooting situations.
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The Panasonic DMC-ZS3 is a terrific all-around camera that does nearly everything well. It’s extremely versatile because of its 12x optical zoom lens, which offers a range of 25-300mm and...
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Panasonic practically created the pocket long-zoom digital camera category represented by the Lumix ZS3, and they continue to perfect it. Its 12x zoom and simple design will win you over right away, and the performance from its 10.1-megapixel sensor will make you want to take the Panasonic ZS3 along wherever you go. It's hard not to love a digital camera that takes you from a very wide 25mm out...
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