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Note: This camera was first sold in Mar 2006. It has been replaced by the Panasonic TZ3.
Panasonic Lumix TZ1

Panasonic Lumix TZ1

C+
HQ Grade: C+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"Best camera for traveller. Buy online."
  • 4 out of 5
"great camera! do buy one!"
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Editors' Comments

Look out for the Panasonic TZ1; this remarkable compact camera looks too small to contain the long-range 10x optical zoom that's hiding inside of it, but it does. With Panasonic's MEGA Optical Image Stabilization, you won't have to worry about the shakiness of typical ultra compacts; your long-range and regular shots will come out looking pristine... read more

Specifications

  • 5 megapixels
  • 10x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • auto focus
  • auto exposure
  • ISO 80-1600
  • JPEG file format
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Answered Questions for the TZ1

Q: Camera turns off when operating the Zoom
A: It sounds to me like a lens problem, more specifically something is wrong with the zooming mechanism in the camera. read more
Q: What is the difference between optical zoom and digital zoom ?
A: If you are new to digi-photo (as your question allows me to assume), this may be a better "layman's" definition. read more
Q: What is the shutter delay on this camera?
A: The Panasonic TZ1 is clocked at about .5 seconds shutter lag in high contrast, and about 1.2 seconds in low... read more

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Open Questions for the TZ1

Q: how can I set the camera to produce a resolution of 300 or 600
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Hi, we're going to Haiti for a month and need a digital camera that has a strong zoom, costs $150-$200 and has great memory and re-chargability.
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Recommendations for compact real estate appraisal digital camera???
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Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Panasonic TZ1

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3.0 out of 5 136 Store Reviews Amazon Marketplace Amazon Marketplace $299.99 Go!
4.7 out of 5 3929 Store Reviews Toyzz
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4.6 out of 5 1309 Store Reviews 47digital
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  • 4.25 out of 5

Average rating based on 329 total reviews: 4.25/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Best camera for traveller. Buy online. (tandavakrishna_tungala - 3/9/09)

I bought Panasonic Lumix TZ1 through ebay india for Rs.5,995/- only. I purchased this camera after careful study of several users rewiews on several compact... read more

  • 4 out of 5
great camera! do buy one! (chicagoan - 7/14/08)

technology improves vastly every day. i think a used tz1 camera is worth the purchase. the zoom is fantastic and the huge lcd screen is... read more

  • 4 out of 5
TZ1 great camera, but... (Bert Phillips - 11/20/06)

Small size, 10x zoom and rave reviews on this website were the factors that sold me on the TZ1. The ease of use and picture... read more

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