The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 features a 10x wide-angle optical
zoom Leica DC lens (equivalent to a 28mm-280mm
zoom on a 35mm film camera) in one of the smallest
body for an ultra zoom. And you do not even need a lens cap: the lens retracts into the stylish body with an integrated lens barrier protecting it. The long zoom reach allows
you to bring distant subjects close while the
wide-angle lens allows you to include all your
friends in the picture or capture an architectural
or expansive landscape in a single shot.
Shake Detection in the TZ5 features the MEGA O.I.S.
(Optical Image Stabilizer) system to fight against
hand-shake, the major cause of blurry images.
In addition, Motion Detection compensates for the other
major cause of blurry images --subject movement
-- with the Intelligent ISO Control function which
detects subject movement and adjusts the ISO setting
and shutter speed to best suit the movement and
light conditions automatically. Together, they
form Intelligent Image Stabilizer.
Scene Detection allows the camera to automatically determine the scene mode to use: Scenery, Portrait, Macro, Night Scenery or Night Portrait.
Face Detection detects and tracks up to 15 faces, and provides optimum AF/AE/flash control.
Light Detection automatically brightens images in the shadows.
Venus Engine IV in the TZ5 allows
high-sensitivity recording up to ISO 6400 with an improved noise reduction system.
Intelligent Auto Technology (iA) combines the 5 detection functions (Shake Detection, Motion Detection, Scene Detection, Face Detection and Light Detection) to let the camera select the best mode and exposure.
A high resolution (460K dots)
extra large 3.0-in. LCD monitor makes composition
easy. Battery life is approximately 300
pictures on a single charge (CIPA standard).
The TZ5 is compatible with the optional
marine case DMW-MCTZ5 which is safe to a depth
of 40 meters.
If you like the idea of an image
stablized long zoom with a wide-angle coverage
in a relatively compact body, the Panasonic
Lumix DMC-TZ5 may just be what you need --
available in black, silver or blue (and brown in some countries).
For about $50 less, you can also purchase the DMC-TZ4 which has 8.1MP resolution and a 2.7-in. (230K dots) LCD.
Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / White Set
White Balance Adjustment (±10 steps, except for Auto Set)
Exposure
Program AE
Rec Mode (Mode Dial)
Intelligent AUTO, Normal Picture, Motion Picture, Clipboard, Scene Mode 1,Scene Mode 2
Scene
Modes
Dial:
Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Self-Portrait, Food, Party, Candle Light, Fireworks, Starry Sky, Beach, Aerial Photo, Snow, High Sensitivity, Baby1, Baby2, Sunset, Pet, Hi-speed Burst, Underwater, Multi Aspect
Light Metering
Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
Exposure Compensation
1/3 EV step, -2
- +2 EV
Backlight Compensation
Yes (at Intelligent AUTO Mode)
Auto (AE) Bracketing
±1/3 EV - 1 EV step, 3 frames
Shutter
Speed
8 - 1/2,000 sec
Starry Sky Mode: 15, 30, 60 sec
Self
Timer
2 sec / 10 sec
Auto Review
1 sec / 2 sec / zoom / Hold
Color
Mode
Black & White, Sepia, Cool, Warm, Natural, Standard, Vivid
Recording Format
Still Image: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 standard), DPOF corresponding
Image with Audio: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 standard) + QuickTime
Motion Images: QuickTime Motion JPEG
Image Quality
Fine / Standard
Recording Image
Size
Still Image
4:3 Aspect Ratio:
3,456 x 2,592 pixels,
3,072 x 2,304 pixels,
2,560 x 1,920 pixels,
2,048 x 1,536 pixels,
1,600 x 1,200 pixels,
640 x 480 pixels
3:2 Aspect Ratio:
3,552 x 2,368 pixels,
3,072 x 2,048 pixels,
2,560 x 1,712 pixels,
2,048 x 1,360 pixels
16:9 Aspect Ratio:
3,712 x 2,088 pixels,
3,072 x 1,728 pixels,
2,560 x 1,440 pixels
1,920 x 1,080 pixels
Motion Picture*
(QuickTime Motion JPEG)
4:3 Aspect Ratio: 640 x 480 pixels, 320 x 240 pixels 30 fps, 10 fps
16:9 Aspect Ratio: 848 x 480 pixels 30 fps, 10 fps
HD (16:9 Aspect Ratio):
1,280 x 720 pixels 30 fps, 15 fps.
(Max. recording time depends on Memory Card Capacity, Max. 2 GB for a motion picture)
Creating still pictures from a motion picture
Burst Shooting
Mode
Full-Resolution Image, 2.5 frames/sec
Full-Resolution: Max. 5 images (Standard Mode) / Max. 3 images (Fine Mode) (recorded in 2 M for 4:3, 2.5 M for 3:2, 2 M for 16:9)
Hi-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6 frames/sec
Approx. 25 shots when using the built-in memory.
Approx. 25-100 shots when using an SD/SDHC Memory Card.
* Maximum is 100 shots.
・The recording resolution is selected from 2 megapixels (4:3), 2.5 megapixels (3:2), or 2 megapixels (16:9).
・The number of consecutive shots is limited by the shooting conditions,
card type, and card condition.
・The number of consecutive shots may increase immediately after the card is formatted.
Unlimited Consecutive
Shooting
Yes
Intelligent Exposure
Yes
Digital Red Eye Correction
Yes
Easy Zoom/
Zoom Resume / Zoom in Motion Picture
Yes / Yes / Yes
Still Image Rec. with Audio
5 sec
Audio Dubbing
Max. 10 sec
Real-time
Histogram
Yes
Composition
Guide Lines
Yes
(2 patterns)
Built-in
Memory
approx. 50 MB
Scene
Mode Help Screen
Yes
Auto
Angle Detection
Yes
Travel
Date / World Time
Yes / Yes
Title Edit
Yes
Text Stamp
Yes
Built-in Flash
Auto, Auto / Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync. / Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
0.6 - 5.3 m (Wide / ISO Auto), 1.0 - 3.6 m (Tele / ISO Auto)
Viewfinder
No
LCD
3.0" Polycrystalline TFT LCD (460,000 dots)
Field of View : approx. 100%
AUTO Power LCD Mode, Power LCD Mode, High Angle Mode
Playback Mode
[REC] / [Play] Selector switch
30 - thumbnail display, 12 - thumbnail display, Calendar display, Zoomed playback (16x Max.), Playback of favorite pictures, Image rotation, Resizing (selectable number of pixels), Trimming, Protection, Aspect conversion, DPOF print setting
Creating still pictures from a motion picture, Dual image playback
Slideshow Mode
Yes (duration & effect with music adjustable)
Category Playback
Yes (in Slideshow Mode and normal playback)
OSD Language
English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Netherlandic, Thai, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian, Japanese, Swedish, Danish, Finnish
*Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the OSD languages on the products that are available in your market.
DC Input, AV Output (NTSC / PAL), HD AV Output (Component), USB2.0 High speed
Direct
Print
PictBridge
Power
Li-ion Battery Pack (3.7 V, 1,000 mAh) (Included)
AC Adaptor (Input: 110 - 240 V AC) (Optional)
Battery Life (Approx.)
300 pictures
(CIPA standard**)
Included Accessories
- Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Battery Carrying Case,
AC Cable
-
AV Cable, USB Connection Cable
_ Strap
- CD-ROM: PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer-, ArcSoft (MediaImpression / PanoramaMaker), USB Driver
*Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the standard accessories on the products that are available in your market.
214 g (0.47 lb)
240 g with Battery and SD Memory Card (0.53 lb)
MSRP
US
$349.95 / CDN $399.99
* In Motion Picture Mode, when you set the picture quality to [30 fps VGA], we recommend using a high speed SD Memory Card with "10 MB/s" or greater displayed on the package.
** Shooting conditions: 23 °C (73.4°F) with 50% humidity; LCD on***; using Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Card; starting to shoot 30 seconds after turning on the power; shooting once every 30 seconds with the flash in full operation for every other shot; changing the zoom setting from telephoto to wide, or wide to telephoto, for each shot; and temporarily turning the power off after each 10 shots (long enough to lower the battery temperature).
•This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You can only use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory cards. (When using a SDHC Memory card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)
•The battery life differs depending on the condition stored or used or environment. •The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. ***The number of recordable pictures decreases in Auto Power LCD Mode or Power LCD Mode. •CIPA is an abbreviation of “Camera & Imaging Products Association”. •Operating Temperature: 32°F–104°F(0°C–40°C) •Operating Humidity: 10%–80%
•Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. •Design, functions, and specifications are subject to change without notice. •Some sample images are simulated. •Some accessories are not available in some countries.
Product technical specifications (including MSRP and Included Accessories) are as represented by the manufacturer and subject to manufacturer's change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. Product color availability and included accessories may also differ by country or area. Please verify the latest specs from the appropriate manufacturer's site.
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