which is better Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5S or Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1

i really would like to know which of these would be better i have done research and noted that one has better optical range but im really wondering about not only the zoom but quality of pictures such as blurry, redeye, and very importantly difference in low light situations if anyone can help id really appreciate it

Hi Josh,

According to user and pro reviews, in most respects the image quality is pretty similar between these two cameras. The main differences are the 1MP difference (6MP for the LZ5, 5MP for the TZ1) and the ultra zoom on the TZ1 (10x optical to the LZ5's 6x). Both zooms are stabilized, as Panasonic offers image stabilization on all of its Lumix cameras. The TZ1 costs a little more (about $30 higher at Amazon right now), but I think it's worth it. The 1MP difference won't make much of a difference in any respect, but the extra 4x zoom certainly will. Both cameras are going to have issues in low light, but that's common to all lower-end consumer digital cameras. You can do the usual things to alleviate low-light weakness (higher ISO, longer shutter speed, and, of course, flash).

My verdict is to go for the TZ1. Good luck!