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title: "Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Black)"
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# 3-inch Clear LCD Display 10.1 MP High-Resolution 12x MEGA Optical Zoom Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Black)

**Brand:** panasonic
**Price:** AR$14383
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## Summary

> 📸 Capture brilliance, zoom beyond limits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Black) by panasonic
- **How much does it cost?** AR$14383 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- panasonic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted panasonic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **HD Video Ready:** Record vibrant HD videos in AVCHD Lite format to relive your memories in stunning quality.
- • **Ultra-Wide Perspective:** 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens captures expansive scenes, perfect for dynamic cityscapes or group shots.
- • **Zoom into Every Moment:** 12x MEGA optical image stabilization ensures crisp, blur-free shots even on the move.
- • **Picture-Perfect Clarity:** 10.1 megapixels deliver stunning detail, ideal for large prints and professional presentations.
- • **Smart Shooting Made Simple:** Intelligent Auto (iA) mode and Face Recognition technology guarantee flawless photos with minimal effort.

## Overview

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 is a sleek 10.1 MP digital camera featuring a powerful 12x MEGA optical image-stabilized zoom and a 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens. Its 3-inch LCD offers clear framing, while Intelligent Auto mode and Face Recognition simplify capturing perfect shots. It also supports HD video recording in AVCHD Lite format, making it a versatile tool for both photography and videography enthusiasts.

## Description

The new Lumix ZS3 features 10.1-megapixels, a 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens and 12x optical zoom, meaning it has added 2x optical zoom to the award-winning TZ-series camera, yet reduced its size. The ZS3 also features a Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens and High Definition (HD) video recording ability, known as AVCHD Lite.The ZS3 is the world’s first digital camera to feature HD video recording in AVCHD Lite. Compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format, AVCHD Lite allows longer recordings with breathtaking HD visual and audio quality. This combined with a well-considered control interface, which includes a dedicated movie recording button on the camera’s back panel, makes the ZS3 a hybrid model that performs admirably for both still and motion image capture.

Review: WOW...and I've just been using it for 2 weeks!!!! - I always wanted a real serious camera. Was thinking of getting into professional photography and so was seriously thinking of getting one of those photographer-type camera and lens, but with the prices of them bad-boys and my loss of interest in lugging something so big around me, I opted to just get want I always wanted (a compact camera with ALOT of Optical zoom!) and this is what I found! PROS*******PROS*******PROS**********PROS 1) ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM: 12X Optical Zoom! It's range is 25mm wide-angle to 12x telephoto. Now I've just had this camera for 2 weeks, but I took it on my vacation recently and was able to get amazing pics from the airplane as I flew over (what I believe is) the Grand Canyon and Colorado River...(plus I always read reviews on CNET.com and is STILL #3 from THE TOP 5 BEST ALL-AROUND CAMERAS - and that's good enough for me! [[...] 2) AMAZING MOVIE OPTIONS: - It records in HD (Formats are Motion-JPEG or AVCHD) - Digital Video Format (QuickTime & AVCHD Lite) - You can zoom while recording! - Has a dedicated button for recording movies 3) MANY, MANY Scene modes for great photos: - Portrait, Soft Skin, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, etc...(plus I especially love the 'Aerial Photo' Mode since I am always flying) [there is even a scene that distorts a portrait so the camera actually does make you 'lose' 10 pounds, lol. 4) LARGE 3-inch LCD window: My last camera had a 1.5 inch LCD, so YOU KNOW this is a huge jump for me!!! 5) Shooting Modes: There are six: - Intelligent AUTO (which does all the hard work for ya!) - Normal Picture (which is like the one before) - MS1 & MS2 (they stand for My-Scene-1 and 2):so can quickly pick scenes you used frequently - SCN (stands for Scene) and allows quick access to changing to a new scene - Clipboard: this is a neat one: it ONLY saves pics on the camera memora, but its for pics or documents you may always need access to (AKA, a train schedule, or your itinerary, etc..) 6) BRIGHT, AMAZING PICS/ VIBRANT COLOR 7) USES SD & SDHD cards (My memory card of choice!) 8) RECHARGEABLE AND AMAZING BATTERY LIFE: (plus, the battery charges MUCH faster than it losses charge, so a big plus there! even when taking video!) 9) Surprisingly great night pictures! 10) COMPACT! 11) SOooooo many more........(plus you can get it in other colors than the typical silver color. I purposely got the black one, and its a beaut!) CONS********CONS*********CONS*******CONS 1) No Memory card - Yeah, not even a 32MD one...which wouldn't do anything anyway. I have a 2GB card with mine! 2) Few Manuel Controls - Now this is a big set-back for this camera, one of the biggest I heard, but hey, I am no professional, I still don't mess with the ISO's and the exposures and such, so if the camera is already set to do its own hard work, then let it. THIS IS NOT A 'CON' for me, but just want you to know since it may be for you 3) No camera case - but that's not too much of a big deal 4) Can't think of anything else actually.... Hope this helps...I am SO glad I got this camera. I am still playing with it, so if you have any questions, ask away...I am SO glad I got it! It is worth every buck!!!
Review: Great little camera! - I spent a lot of time looking for the perfect camera -- one that takes great pictures & video, has a nice long zoom, is easy to use and portable. I had 2 digital cameras already, one being a Kodak 643 (reliable, but just okay) and the other a Nikon Coolpix S550 that was a big disappointment. Both cameras take pretty lousy pictures and video in low light, as does my Canon camcorder. This time I read lots and lots of reviews. I read reviews on camera websites, and I read consumer reviews on desertcart and other websites. The Panasonic Lumix ZS3 was, hands down, the winner for the type of camera I was searching for. I went to camera stores, too, and was told by one salesman at a major electronics store that, although his store didn't sell this particular camera, it was much better than the Canon that they did sell. He then reached into his pocket and produced his own camera...a ZS3! That was the deciding factor for me, so I watched the prices on desertcart and ordered my new camera in February when the price fell to $229. I certainly have not regretted my purchase. This camera is wonderful. The pictures are stunning, it works well in the automatic mode, and the HD videos are great, too. We have played videos on our 46" hi-def Sony TV, and they are gorgeous. My camcorder only gets used now on rare occasions when I need someone to take video at the same time I am taking pictures. Despite the fact that it has a 12x zoom, the camera is small enough to pop into my purse, or even in a jacket or pants pocket. The wide angle lens is great for group or outdoor shots. I would recommend buying at least one extra battery, as the supplied battery doesn't last terribly long. If you are looking for a camera that is easy to use and takes amazing photos and video, buy the ZS3. I can't wait to photograph fireworks on the 4th of July!

## Features

- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
- Intelligent Auto (iA) mode , Face Recognition feature
- 12x MEGA optical image-stablilized zoom , 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens
- 10.1-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-size prints
- Capture HD video in AVCHD Lite format
- 12x MEGA optical image-stablilized zoom; 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens
- Capture HD video in "AVCHD Lite" format
- Intelligent Auto (iA) mode; Face Recognition feature

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001QFZMCO |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 4:3 |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection, Live View, Single |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 11 |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Built-In Media | USB Cable |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 25 Mm |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Micro Four Thirds |
| Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
| Compatible mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 2.3 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 321 Reviews |
| Delay between shots | 0.43 Seconds |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 460,000 |
| Display Type | Built-In |
| Dots Per Screen | 154922.45 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 10.1 MP |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 1600 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| File Format | JPEG |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | ["SDIO", "eMMC"] |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 4 |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 32 GB |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Flash Modes | Automatic |
| Focal Length Description | 25 mm |
| Focus Features | TTL |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00037988988372 |
| HDMI Type | Built-in |
| Hardware Interface | HDMI, SDHC, USB |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image stabilisation | Optical |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Normal |
| Lens Construction | MoreThanFiveElements |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DMC-ZS3-K |
| Maximum Focal Length | 300 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Maximum focal length | 300 Millimeters |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 45 MB |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 25 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
| Model Name | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
| Model Number | ZS3 Black |
| Model Series | ZS3 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 12 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 19 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Photo sensor technology | CCD |
| Real Angle Of View | 51.7 Degrees |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10, 2, 5 |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Series Number | 3 |
| Shooting Modes | Scene |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| Supported file format | JPEG |
| Total Still Resolution | 10.1 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 037988989010 037988988372 |
| Video Capture Format | AVCHD Lite |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | HD 720p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Zoom | Optical, Digital |

## Product Details

- **Compatible mountings:** Micro Four Thirds
- **Aspect ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo sensor technology:** CCD
- **Supported file format:** JPEG
- **Image stabilisation:** Optical
- **Maximum focal length:** 300 Millimeters
- **Optical zoom:** 12 x
- **Expanded ISO minimum:** 80
- **Metering description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Brand:** Panasonic

## Images

![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81nVQ4EmSAL.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Black) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81pX+53zbVL.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I need to shoot quickly several times at my baby niece as she moves all the time but it seems to take a long time to reset before each shot.**
A: If your SD card is not fast enough that could be cause. Remember that each shot needs enough time to be written to a file. I would suggest a Class 10 card but class 6 might be enough.  Check documentation for recommended card speed and if any mention of burst limitations. If you are using the steady shot function, that could well cost you some processing time.Also if using your flash that will slow you down especially if you are not close to subject.  Compare delay by shooting in daylight with NO flash.BTW Newer cameras can handle many more shots per second (referred to as Bursts). Hope that this helps.Michael

**Q: Does this model hace a size limit for the sdhc card? where can i find this out?**
A: No, not that I know of.  What ever size, 2gb, 16gb and I have a 32gb.  Have never had an issue with data.

**Q: What type of charger does this use?**
A: I have a Lumix Panasonic DE-A65 Battery Charger.

**Q: When recording fast drumming do you know if this camera records out of sync audio and video like my kodak z885**
A: I am not familiar with the Kodak z885 not the audio & video sync. Sorry.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW...and I've just been using it for 2 weeks!!!!
*by K***I on 28 September 2009*

I always wanted a real serious camera. Was thinking of getting into professional photography and so was seriously thinking of getting one of those photographer-type camera and lens, but with the prices of them bad-boys and my loss of interest in lugging something so big around me, I opted to just get want I always wanted (a compact camera with ALOT of Optical zoom!) and this is what I found! PROS*******PROS*******PROS**********PROS 1) ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM: 12X Optical Zoom! It's range is 25mm wide-angle to 12x telephoto. Now I've just had this camera for 2 weeks, but I took it on my vacation recently and was able to get amazing pics from the airplane as I flew over (what I believe is) the Grand Canyon and Colorado River...(plus I always read reviews on CNET.com and is STILL #3 from THE TOP 5 BEST ALL-AROUND CAMERAS - and that's good enough for me! [[...] 2) AMAZING MOVIE OPTIONS: - It records in HD (Formats are Motion-JPEG or AVCHD) - Digital Video Format (QuickTime & AVCHD Lite) - You can zoom while recording! - Has a dedicated button for recording movies 3) MANY, MANY Scene modes for great photos: - Portrait, Soft Skin, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, etc...(plus I especially love the 'Aerial Photo' Mode since I am always flying) [there is even a scene that distorts a portrait so the camera actually does make you 'lose' 10 pounds, lol. 4) LARGE 3-inch LCD window: My last camera had a 1.5 inch LCD, so YOU KNOW this is a huge jump for me!!! 5) Shooting Modes: There are six: - Intelligent AUTO (which does all the hard work for ya!) - Normal Picture (which is like the one before) - MS1 & MS2 (they stand for My-Scene-1 and 2):so can quickly pick scenes you used frequently - SCN (stands for Scene) and allows quick access to changing to a new scene - Clipboard: this is a neat one: it ONLY saves pics on the camera memora, but its for pics or documents you may always need access to (AKA, a train schedule, or your itinerary, etc..) 6) BRIGHT, AMAZING PICS/ VIBRANT COLOR 7) USES SD & SDHD cards (My memory card of choice!) 8) RECHARGEABLE AND AMAZING BATTERY LIFE: (plus, the battery charges MUCH faster than it losses charge, so a big plus there! even when taking video!) 9) Surprisingly great night pictures! 10) COMPACT! 11) SOooooo many more........(plus you can get it in other colors than the typical silver color. I purposely got the black one, and its a beaut!) CONS********CONS*********CONS*******CONS 1) No Memory card - Yeah, not even a 32MD one...which wouldn't do anything anyway. I have a 2GB card with mine! 2) Few Manuel Controls - Now this is a big set-back for this camera, one of the biggest I heard, but hey, I am no professional, I still don't mess with the ISO's and the exposures and such, so if the camera is already set to do its own hard work, then let it. THIS IS NOT A 'CON' for me, but just want you to know since it may be for you 3) No camera case - but that's not too much of a big deal 4) Can't think of anything else actually.... Hope this helps...I am SO glad I got this camera. I am still playing with it, so if you have any questions, ask away...I am SO glad I got it! It is worth every buck!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little camera!
*by S***Q on 2 July 2010*

I spent a lot of time looking for the perfect camera -- one that takes great pictures & video, has a nice long zoom, is easy to use and portable. I had 2 digital cameras already, one being a Kodak 643 (reliable, but just okay) and the other a Nikon Coolpix S550 that was a big disappointment. Both cameras take pretty lousy pictures and video in low light, as does my Canon camcorder. This time I read lots and lots of reviews. I read reviews on camera websites, and I read consumer reviews on Amazon and other websites. The Panasonic Lumix ZS3 was, hands down, the winner for the type of camera I was searching for. I went to camera stores, too, and was told by one salesman at a major electronics store that, although his store didn't sell this particular camera, it was much better than the Canon that they did sell. He then reached into his pocket and produced his own camera...a ZS3! That was the deciding factor for me, so I watched the prices on Amazon and ordered my new camera in February when the price fell to $229. I certainly have not regretted my purchase. This camera is wonderful. The pictures are stunning, it works well in the automatic mode, and the HD videos are great, too. We have played videos on our 46" hi-def Sony TV, and they are gorgeous. My camcorder only gets used now on rare occasions when I need someone to take video at the same time I am taking pictures. Despite the fact that it has a 12x zoom, the camera is small enough to pop into my purse, or even in a jacket or pants pocket. The wide angle lens is great for group or outdoor shots. I would recommend buying at least one extra battery, as the supplied battery doesn't last terribly long. If you are looking for a camera that is easy to use and takes amazing photos and video, buy the ZS3. I can't wait to photograph fireworks on the 4th of July!

### ⭐ The worst camera I have ever owned!
*by C***0 on 31 December 2009*

To anyone out there considering this camera, ask yourself these questions: 1. Is picture quality important? 2. Do I want the subject of the picture to be in focus? 3. Do I EVER use my camera indoors? 4. Do I want to occasionally shoot high quality HD video with my camera? 5. Do I want the battery to last more than 2 hours when taking pictures/video? If you answered yes to any/all of the above questions stay FAR away from this camera. I don't recall ever being so dissatisfied with an electronics purchase. The pictures are almost all blurry (even with the auto mode IAF turned on). Any shots taken indoors are ridiculously grainy and very very poor quality. I know most ccd's for digital cameras suffer in low light situations, but this is by FAR the worst I have EVER seen. The flash makes many pictures look worse.. as everything in the foreground is awash with super bright light and everything behind the subject is pitch black. Red eye reduction works sometimes, but still drowns out the backgrounds. The camera is supposed to shoot HD video as well. There are notes on the box and the camera itself touting the AVCHD format (it also shoot motion jpeg but that is not HD). Let me be the first to say that my standard def camcorder takes better images in all lighting conditions (and that shoots at 640x480). Something that is touted as a feature for video is the ability to zoom while filming. Unless you want the noise of the lense moving to drown out the audio of what you are shooting, I wouldn't recommend using it. Last but certainly not least is the battery life...or more specifically the lack thereof. I have NEVER used a device, any device, that goes through batteries this fast. We charged the battery for a full 8 hours on Christmas eve in anticipation of using the camera all day. Not 2 hours in with mixed video and stills and the battery indicator is blinking on the display (it ran out 5 minutes later and shut off). Utterly ridiculous. To continue, the mode switch button feels like it belongs on a 5 dollar plastic toy. It feels as if it is going to break off with normal use. The only thing that is any good on this camera is the display on the back. Unfortunately what you see is NOT what you get. I have always been partial to Canon cameras. The model I replaced the Powershot A70 was an AWESOME camera. The images it took were amazing indoors or out. It would still be in use today if it had not broken (son dropped it accidently). That camera would last almost a WEEK on a single charge. My friend has a Sony (don't recall which model) and it takes MUCH better photos, MUCH MUCH better videos (in actual HD), and costs 129.00 less than this camera. I may have to look into that after I dump this thing on Ebay (unfortunately it is beyond the return period). I made the mistake of taking some outdoor photos when I first got the camera. They looked good. Unfortunately we don't hold Christmas or many other holidays (bar 4th of July) outdoors. I am just trying to figure out if I got a really bad camera in an otherwise great line, or if all these reviews are smoke and mirrors. I don't usually review these things, rarer still will I bad mouth something, however this thing has ruined 2 birthdays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas this year with photos that look like they were taken with a 6 dollar disposable camera. Sorry but I demand more, and I assume you do too. Stay FAR away from this camera if picture quality, indoor capabilities, battery life etc matter to you. You have been warned.

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