Panasonic DMC-ZS5 / TZ8

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 / TZ8

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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 / TZ8 features 12.1MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 12x optical zoom (25-300mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization to help reduce blurred shots due to camera shake, a 6.9-cm (2.7-in.) LCD display screen (230k-dot), and HD Movie 1280×720 @ 30fps.

Intelligent AUTO makes it easy for beginers while more advanced users will appreciate the availability of PASM modes. The Panasonic ZS5 / TZ8 boasts a Sonic Speed AF (Auto Focus) feature that enables super-fast response time. The camera’s quick response makes it easier to capture sudden, spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities – allowing users to lock on the subject in approximately 0.35 second (wide-end) / 0.41 second (tele-end).

The Panasonic ZS5 / TZ8 uses the SD / SDHC / SDXC (up to 64GB) memory card.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 / TZ8 is a super zoom digital camera that is ideal for those who desire a compact, flexible and powerful travel digital camera. Available in Black and Silver (country-dependent), priced at about US $299.95 (CAD $TBD).

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Panasonic ZS5 / TZ8	QuickFact™ Sheet
US \| CA \| UK
Image Sensor	12.1 Megapixel, 1/2.33-in. CCD
Optical Zoom	12x (25-300mm equiv.)
Max. Aperture	F3.3 – 4.9/ Multistage Iris Diaphragm (F3.3 – 6.3 (W) / F4.9 – 6.3 (T))
Image Stabilization	Lens-shift (optical): Power O.I.S. (Off / Auto / Mode1 / Mode2) Photo & Movie
Media	SD / SDHC / SDXC; Approx. 40MB internal memory
Shooting Modes	Intelligent AUTO, PASM, Scene Modes
Shutter Speed	1/2000 sec – 60 (Starry Sky Mode: 15, 30, 60 sec)
Continuous Shooting	2.3fps; High-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6fps at reduced resolution
Exposure Metering	Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
ISO sensitivity	Auto / 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 High Sensitivity (ISO 1600 – 6400)
Autofocus	CCD Contrast Detection Face / AF Tracking / 11pt / 1pt HS / 1pt / Spot
Macro	3 cm / 1.2 in.
White Balance	Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / White Set
Viewfinder	N/A
Display Monitor	2.7 in. LCD, 230k-dot
Movie	1280 x 720 pixels, 30fps
GPS	No
Battery	Li-ion (340 shots, CIPA) included
Dimensions (W x H x D)	103.3 x 59.6 x 32.6 mm / 4.07 x 2.35 x 1.28 in.
Weight (body only)	191g / 0.42 lb.
MSRP	US $299.95 / CAD $TBD / UK £ / €

*Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. Please consult manufacturer’s site for latest specifications.

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