Panasonic Lumix TZ5 ReviewRead this Panasonic Lumix review page to find out more about this model. The Panasonic Lumix TZ5 is one of the advanced models of the lineup that greatly improves an already impressive Panasonic TZ3 model by offering a higher megapixel count and adding some modern features to keep up with the competition. Camera Design
The Panasonic TZ5 looks a lot like the Panasonic TZ4 in practically
every aspect, but the black color is a bit darker. It has that same comfortable placeholder where the fingers can rest when holding the camera and the large lens takes up most of the right side. It is fairly smaller than other ultra-zoom cameras, but the back side has its differences. The screen surpasses the TZ4 weakness measuring 3.0 inches and perfectly covers that left side. Unlike other cameras with 3.0 inch screens, the resolution is greater having 460,000 pixels for sharper preview images. The button placements are no different and the switch to activate the view mode remains. The shooting mode wheel may require two-hand operation, but it shouldn't be used that much because of its automatic features. Camera Features
The Panasonic
Lumix TZ5 packs a lot more punch than previous models and is
considered to be the bigger brother of the TZ4 that launched alongside
it.Like the TZ4, the TZ5 uses a new Venus Engine IV processor which is considered a huge refinement that corrects noise a lot better in addition to reducing shutter lags and efficiently balances the exposure of images so they look balanced. One of the impressive features is the way it detects the scene to greatly simplify the shooting process. Additional scene modes are included for special occasions like the Candle Light mode which is actually a preset that applies ISO 400 at max while lowering the shutter speed and enlarging the aperture. To ensure that the image looks best, image stabilization prevents the image from getting blurry. The only downside is the lack of a manual mode. Some modes can be applied to any given seen like the Multi Aspect mode photographers that cannot or do not have time to select the aspect ratio. After each shot, three copies are generated each with different aspect ratios so a choice can be made. It also has a High-Speed Burst mode for it to shoot continuously at 6 fps. Face Detection works similarly to the TZ4 allowing 15 faces to be detected. Extra Features
Unlike the TS4, some extra features are thrown into the mix including
the E-Zoom which quickly transitions a
maximum zoom to a wide angle zoom with
the press of a button.High definition video recording is also possible at 30 frames per second although it requires a DMW-HDC2 do watch them on an HDTV display. The Panasonic TZ5 still boasts the same friendly interface that involves the dial and finally adds to the significant features that the older TS3 and lower-end TS4 lack. Click here to learn more about the Panasonic Lumix TZ5 Wish to know more about digital photography? Subscribe to the Digital Photography Tips 'n Tricks eZine or to my site blog. Go from Panasonic Lumix TZ5 Review Page to Your Digital Photography Homepage Go from Panasonic Lumix TZ5 Review Page to Your Digital Photography Homepage |
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