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Panasonic Lumix TZ5

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  • 5 out of 5
"Amazing zoom and quality"
  • 5 out of 5
"Impressive"
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With its 10x optical zoom, huge for its small frame, the Panasonic TZ5 is the brand's new best-in-class for compact superzooms. In addition to the lens, it features a 9.1 megapixel sensor paired with the new Venus IV image processing engine, which aims to significantly reduce image noise. A 28mm wide-angle lens means it's easy to get good shots of... read more

Specifications

  • 9.1 megapixels
  • 10x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom, 28mm wide-angle lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 30fps movie mode with sound; 720p HD output
  • Auto exposure
  • Auto focus
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Answered Questions for the TZ5

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 you will get about 200... read more
Q: Panasonic TZ5 vs Samsung NV24HD?
A: Well, I can say that comparing the TZ5 to a different Samsung model, they were about the same until your... read more
Q: Is there a viewfinder?/
A: hello karenno only a lcd screen... read more

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Open Questions for the TZ5

Q: My old Panasonic could not focus at night. Does this have focus assist for dark shots?
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Replacement Battery
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Q: Panasonic TZ5 vs Kodak Z1285?
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Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Panasonic TZ5

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3.5 out of 5 637 Store Reviews Circuit City $299.99 Go!
2.5 out of 5 642 Store Reviews Dell Electronics and Accessories $349.99 Go!
4.5 out of 5 344 Store Reviews Vanns.com $278.98 Go!
4.5 out of 5 147 Store Reviews OneCall $283.99 Go!
5.0 out of 5 2378 Store Reviews Crutchfield $299.99 Go!
4.5 out of 5 3635 Store Reviews Newegg.com $289.99 Go!
4.0 out of 5 4550 Store Reviews Best Buy $349.99 Go!
3.5 out of 5 3148 Store Reviews Buy.com $293.99 Go!
4.0 out of 5 1750 Store Reviews ButterflyPhoto $338.90 Go!
4.5 out of 5 7173 Store Reviews BuyDig.com $329.99 Go!

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  • 4.52 out of 5

Average rating based on 186 total reviews: 4.52/5

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  • 5 out of 5
Amazing zoom and quality (Skylar Hand - 7/13/08)

This camera is a dream come true for all those people who want to take phemnomenal pictures but are a bit nervous about paying $2000... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Impressive (Michael G - 7/13/08)

I did a lot of research before buying the TZ5, and it seemed to be overwhelmingly the best option for my price range. The picture... read more

  • 1 out of 5
Not so good (maisy - 7/9/08)

I really wanted to like this camera, but I don't. All the pictures come out dark and I have tried everything to make the pictures... read more

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