Panasonic - Lumix DMC-TZ1 Reviews

Overall this camera is a great buy. The zoom and resolution allow for amazing nature pictures, as well as any highly detailed thing. The main drawback that I see is that it is difficult to take impromptu pictures. If you see something that you really like, first you have to take off the lens cap, turn the camera on, wait for it to register, then snap the shot and then again wait for it to register. Don't get me wrong, this process doesn't take minutes, I would just want it to be a little quicker so that perfect shot isn't gone before you know it. Otherwise, lightweight, easy to cary on hikes.… read full review »

Being a relatively newcomer to the world of digital photography I needed something idiot proof! I found it in the Panasonic Lumix DMC TZ1. I hate to read instruction booklets but found the one with this camera very understandable for the novice. My husband and I love to be outdoors. Hiking in the mountains or walking on the beach brings me great opportunities to use this camera. I love the compact size as I hate to carry extra gear. Just slip it in your pocket and you are prepared for whatever Mother Nature shares with you. The zoom feature is easy to use and right at your fingertip. I… read full review »

I agree that it is not very fast to respond, but the image stabilizer is fantastic. — This camera is great for nature trips where you don't want to carry a normal size SLR!! — The below picture was taken on a very windy day at the 12x setting without a tripod or other support. I was standing on a sand dune, so I was a little unstable as well. There are very thin antennas on the top of the light and they are sharp as a tack. — This photo was used in a calendar and it had more resolution than was necessary to print a high quality image. — The camera sports an awesome… read full review »

When I was shopping for a digital camera, I was looking for the highest possible combination of megapixels and optical zoom.  For the price, no other camera comes close to this Panasonic.  It also has the optical image stabilizer, which helps me get a clear picture at high zoom.  It is a nice compact size that easily fits into a pocket.  The pictures come out better than all of my friends' point and click digital cameras.  The only negative is the lack of a viewfinder.  In bright sun, it can be difficult to see the… read full review »

I love my new camera, its zoom is the best I have saw for this size of a camera, and the pictures are crisp and clear, great buy, I would reccomend to anyone... I love zooming in on things far away just to see what they are, I also love to take pictures of butterflies and flowers, and capturing them can be tough without the awesome zoom this camera has. Anyone that doesn't want to carry a huge camera with attachments this is the one for… read full review »

I almost didn't buy a digital camera because I am not electronic savy but went ahead when my son got married and have not regretted getting this camera. It is so easy to use and the pictures are wonderful — Panasonic - Lumix DMC-TZ1 —… read full review »

The camera has an awesome zoom, many snap options, and a large lcd screen.  Its still compact enough to put in your pocket or purse and the price is around $300...definitely recommend this… read full review »