Panasonic DMC-ZS3 Digital Camera Review

Panasonic DMC-ZS3

Digital Camera Review

4.6 The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 packs a lot of features into its small case: 10-megapixel resolution, a 12x zoom and high definition video. And we found that it has the performance to match, with sharp, colorful images and video.
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Introduction  
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 packs a lot of features into its small case: 10-megapixel resolution, a 12x zoom and high definition video. And we found that it has the performance to match, with sharp, colorful images and video.
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Section The Good The Bad
x Product Tour Metal body would stand up to heavy use Body shows scratches
x Color Color is pretty accurate in the Standard color mode Some issues with yellows and blues
x Noise Low noise at low ISO settings Significant noise at ISO 800 and higher
x Resolution Images are generally very sharp Images get soft at maximum zoom 
x Video Video is sharp and has good color No major problems
x Playback Big, bright screen, plenty of playback options No calendar view mode
x Hardware Long 12x zoom lens, tough case Lens cover is flimsy
x Controls Shutter and zoom controls are well placed Other controls need two hands
x Design & Handling Fits in the hand well Metal skin is a little slippery
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