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Panasonic Lumix TZ5
Panasonic Lumix TZ5
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A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 5 out of 5
"Meets & Beats my expectations"
  • 2 out of 5
"Not recommended for Kids/Indoor pics"
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Answered Questions for the Panasonic TZ5

Q: the specs say max movie length 5 sec however it is touted as a great video capable camera. Is that based on the on board memory and not the card?
A: When using a 16GB SDHC card, I got a maximum length of 8m 27s recording... read more
Q: I just bought a TZ5 from Japan. But the language setting is in Japanese. Does anybody know is there any possibility to set it to English and how?
A: First put the mode dial at the top in Normal Picture mode (the camera icon). read more
Q: My old Panasonic could not focus at night. Does this have focus assist for dark shots?
A: the new intelligent auto mode gives great night shotshere are some exampleshttp://www.flickr.com/photos/23810317@N04/2537652944... read more
Q: which to buy: Panasonic TZ5, Sony T300 or Olympus stylus 1010:
A: TZ5 isnt exactly a fit in every pocket size camera, but it comes under ultra-compact... read more
Q: I want a slim camera with 8 MP and at less 5x optical zoom
A: Hi Jane,In my opinion, Canon is the best point and shoot. Obviously that's just my... read more
Q: Display date on photos
A: Then I've got an even better solution for you. Get the PhotoTrackr by Gisteq. It's... read more
Q: Panasonic TZ5 vs Samsung NV24HD?
A: Well, I can say that comparing the TZ5 to a different Samsung model, they were... read more
Q: What file format (.mov, .avi, etc.) does the TZ5 shoot video in ?
A: hello jjtheb tz5 uses quick time .mov files so it is directly compatabile with iphoto... read more
Q: SD Extreme III card trouble or is it the camera?
A: I think the Extreme III is compatible with this camera, actually. Not sure about your... read more
Q: shifting the TZ5 autofocus "sweetspot" for off-center compositions?
A: Auto focus options for this camera are:? Face? 9-point? 3-point high speed? 1-point high speed... read more
Q: Would this camera work for Outside sporting events
A: hello gary the tz5 is great camera for outdoor sports eventshere is a link to... read more
Q: how is the Pan Lumix TZ5 on battery usage?
A: hello martha the tz5 uses it own rechargeable batterywith aa batterys always go for rechargables... read more
Q: Is there a viewfinder?/
A: hello karenno only a lcd screen... read more
Q: Panasonic TZ5 vs Kodak Z1285?
A: I think 12Mp is way too much to use for snapshots. You're falling into the... read more
Q: Panasonic TZ5 vs Fuijifilm f100fd?
A: In my opinion, the TZ5 is a better camera overall. And the fact that it's... read more
Q: Lumix TZ5, FZ18, Fuji S1000, Sony H10
A: First thing to ask that Wolf Camera guy is what is the "spiff" on the... read more
Q: Which to buy: Panasonic Lumix TZ5 or Canon SD1100?
A: I'm also looking for a camera with a lot of the qualifications you have listed. read more
Q: if I have a high speed 4gb memory card
A: According to Kingston:SDHC Card Capacity* Video***Extended*** 9Mbps HD Standard*** 13 Mbps HD High***4GB* 68 min. read more
Q: Is there any difference between the lumix DMC tz5 and the tz5k?
A: "k" in tz5k reflects the body color, i.e. "Black" .. apart from that i.e. body... read more
Q: Which is better overall, the Panasonic Lumix TZ5 or the Canon SD890 IS?
A: for comparison, you may want to check out this resource. It takes pictures with each... read more

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Open Questions for the Panasonic TZ5

Q: so, which one did you choose?? How did it go???
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Q: just started using camera... I had several phots that had a gold tone to them. Did I have a wrong setting, you think?
3 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Looking for a camera that will allow me to take detailed photos of animal tracks- But which?
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Q: Replacement Battery
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Q: I need a small camera for rock concerts. It can't be easily knocked out of my hand. Stabilization required. Great pics. Big LCD. lots memory
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How do I keep my pictures in order on my memory card?
5 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: Which is better?? 4:3 or 3:2 ??
10 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: what is the difference between this camera and the TZ4?
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Q: Delay on the TZ5.
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Q: does this camera take as good pictures as the canon sd890 ?
10 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: Does the Lumix TZ5 have a view finder
5 points for best answer - 6 replies
Q: Still imagine capture from video?
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Q: When will TZ be released for public ?
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Q: venus IV engine better than venus III
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Q: DOes TZ5K perform well in low light?
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