Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 Digital Camera (Silver)
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Great Camera Overall but NOT FOR LOW LIGHT
This is a great camera that I bring everywhere because it gives me DSLR quality photos, 4k video and fits in my pocket. The only place I WOULD NOT RECOMMENDbringing it to is the beach: So, if you happen to bring this camera to the beach, tiny grains of sand will get stuck in the lens and cause it to malfunction. Luckily, I bought the warranty and got my money back, but if you did not buy the warranty, you're screwed. Also, low light photos look s... Show More
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Nice camera
It's got a great zoom but not a simple camera for me to operate. I am not a techie and this camera has a lot of different ways to take photos that I have trouble remembering all the settings. I plan to keep it and use it when I can but will be looking for something simpler to use. I normally have at least two cameras so I don't have to mess with resetting it all the time. Old and senile can be a problem LOL!
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If the WiFi worked it would be almost perfect
I really like this camera. It's lightweight, small, and easy to use. The menu is nearly intuitive - I still had to use the manual to set up the 4K features, and to understand what all the icons do. It takes great pictures, even at full zoom. I'm very impressed with the zoom. I wish there were a few more "scene" modes, and the ones that are there could be described better, but I had to use one in a difficult situation where I was pressed for time,... Show More
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Great Little Walk Around Camera with 720mm (equivalent) zoom
It has a small sensor as found in many compacts plus a very long zoom. Might not be be a low light monster but grabs decent shots in daytime and lit rooms; a reasonable trade off for a super zoom in a pocket-size camera. When not using it as a coat pocket walk around camera, It sits in my bag's lens compartment next to a D750 for occasions when I need the equivalent of a 720mm lens. It has a load of features If you want to dig in, or just set it on IA and grab a quick shot.
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Wonderful little camera
I bought this as an upgrade from the ZS-50, which I have used for several years. Although I have a Canon 5D MKII, the Lumix is the camera I reach for. To get the equivalent zoom with the Canon, I would be using the 100-400 lens with 2x extender, which pretty much requires a monopod as well. The pictures I have taken so far are excellent and the increased resolution is a real plus. It was important for me to be able to shoot in RAW, and that featu... Show More
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Lumix
Not impressed, too many setting options , uses way too much battery and requires multiple batteries no matter how I set it up. Slowed shutter for most applications require shutter preference for many images. That being said color balance is quite good, scene selections work for many possibilities with reasonable results. Sharp image. Difficult to tell where buttons are at night, would be good if they were easier to feel. Slow to auto focus. Adequate to have as a handy purse camera.
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Was hoping for better pictures than my Samsung Galaxy phone
I bought this camera because I was in search of better pictures than my S8 phone. And the S8 pictures are far superior. Pretty shocked. Will be returning camera.
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A Good Travel Companion?
Like many Panasonic/Lumix cameras, this one comes loaded with features. Most of the settings youll need are one button push away and appear on the touch screen. The function buttons are also customizable. Another fine and useful feature is the remote control which connects your camera to your cell phone using the free Panasonic mobile app. The range is practical and latency in video mode is acceptable. Many of the cameras functions can be control... Show More
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WORKS VERY WELL
I purchased this camera for my wife, and she loves the quality of the images she takes, and the ease of operation. The one thing that I find bad (and maybe I'm missing it in the menu) but you can't set an ISO on this camera. Everything seems to be Auto. Otherwise, great choice and very happy.
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Great pocket camera
Great multi-function pocket camera when carrying my DSLR is not practical. Love the optical view finder for use in the sun.
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Poor flash design
The camera performs as advertised however the flash in very close to the hand grip and more so than not when taking a flash photo your hand tends to interfere with the flash. Very poor design. Would not recommend the purchase of this camera if you want to use it indoors & need the flash.
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Great new features
I have been using Panasonic cameras since 2004 and, have to say, this is the best of this style (so far). The tilt back is a very good addition for the low level shooting I often do. The extra weight gives it a good feel in your hands. My only gripe is the flash and right hand grip need a better design so that your finger doesn't block the lower right hand side of the flash.
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Love This Just Short of Perfect Long Zoom Camera
I consider myself a Canon person when it comes to cameras. I was really excited about and ready to press buy on the Canon sx730 in July due to the articulating lcd screen (finally!) and the 40x optical zoom, but after some meh reviews and shipping delays for the Canon, I started flirting with the competition, which led me to this camera. After taking a long, hard look at the specs, I came to the conclusion that the Panasonic offered superior valu... Show More
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Impressed with camera
I am more than an amateur, but I don't make a living with my photography. This is the first small camera I have owned. And the first non Nikon camera I have owned (unless you count homemade pinhole cameras or the Pentax K1000 from photography/art school). I am spending time acquainting myself to the camera before vacation to Portugal. I went to panasonic web page to view and print specific how to pages for camera - I wanted the advanced manual - ... Show More
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great little travel camera
Great little travel camera, produces great images when the light is there. Pros: Small will fit in your pocket,20mp sensor,long lens,easy to operated in IA. great feature set, will do a lot including post focusing,shoots in raw. 4k video,eye level view finder, and tilt touch screen Cons: Small sensor, IE poor low light performance. Flash is in the wrong place, very easy to cover with hand. Menu system could be better laid out. Requires a couple of days to figure it out.
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Nice upgrade from my old LUMIX
H I had a lumix camera for many years and was happy with the product. It dropped two years ago and I replaced the broken screen myself because it was very cost effective. It was never the same after replacing the screen so I elected to purchase a new camera with the newer features. So far so good although there are many more features that didn't exist in the old version and there is much more to try to understand and figure out which mode is better suited for the best results.
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Excellent telephoto properties for a modest price
This camera is small in size and has excellent telephoto features when shooting in adequate light. I photograph wildlife at modest distances in daytime conditions. I set it to auto-mode, so I don't have to fiddle with with settings while my subject gets tired of waiting around and flees the scene. In good light, automatic settings have kept the ISOs low, and noise to a minimum. I have taken over 10,000 pictures (many time lapse shots) without pro... Show More
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Needs better instructions.
The camera takes beautiful shots but the instructions are nothing less than laborious and hard to understand -- need to supplement it with YouTube videos and reviewer comments in order to get the most out of using it.
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Easiest Purchase!
Got the product I wanted at a good price and received a charger and battery for free. The free charger an battery were both Panasonic and made for this camera. That was so much more meaningful than the cheap off-brands that are sometimes free. Thanks.
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I've been waiting for this camera for years!
I have a big DSLR with multiple lenses, and I don't carry it around. I don't carry a smartphone now either. I have been watching compact cameras for a long time now, waiting for the right one. I wanted a long zoom, image stabilization, scene modes, great image quality, and small enough to fit in my pocket. Most important of all was a flip-up LCD. I can hold the camera at almost any angle - upside down, around corners, floor level, overhead...the ... Show More
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Fabulous camera, lots of features, but steep learning curve
I'm a fine artist who depends on taking many photos to use as references for my paintings. This is my third Panasonic long-zoom point and shoot. This model is filled with features, some super and some really superfluous. I don't like the touch screen, easy to touch something unintended and the touch points are really tiny. But you can turn this off, which I have. Photos are sharp and there are tons of options for extra effects or to modify the fi... Show More
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Faantastic camera, for me as a intermeditate photo freak!
BH has so far never let me down. This camera was the next step up from a Canon PowerShot SX130 IS,. Didn't want the bigger DLS camera's... this one still fits in a small purse but, gives me the best of all worlds!! I'm still going thru options and experimenting, still have things to learn!! It has been easy so far, like my Canon. Pic's are great. Will take a trip soon, then will know more! I'd imagine a experienced Photographer might want and expect more... for me an intermediate photographer it's perfect!!! It's taking me to the next level, with lots of options to help me grow!!!
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Excellent camera!
Takes beautiful pictures and is very compact. Great for vacations. The feature to wirelessly transfer images to your phone or ipad works perfectly. Battery lasts long. Durable. I highly recommend this camera.
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A work of science and art
The DC-ZS70 is well made and sturdy. It fits the hand well. Controls are logical and not cheap feeling. It is compact and enough weight to feel strong. Pictures are sharp and playback easy. Touchscreen buttons are useful. A great value that offers many features found in more expensive SLRs.
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