Basic Specifications | |
---|---|
Full model name: | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Resolution: | 16.10 Megapixels |
Sensor size: | 1/2.33 inch (6.1mm x 4.6mm) |
Lens: |
10.00x zoom
(25-250mm eq.) |
Viewfinder: | LCD |
Extended ISO: | 100 - 6400 |
Shutter: | 1/1600 - 60 sec |
Max Aperture: | 3.1 |
Dimensions: |
3.7 x 2.2 x 0.9 in. (95 x 56 x 22 mm) |
Weight: |
4.4 oz
(126 g)
includes batteries |
Availability: | 03/2013 |
Manufacturer: | Panasonic |
Full specs: | Panasonic SZ3 specifications |
Panasonic LUMIX DMC-SZ3 Preview
by Roger SlavensPosted: 01/07/2013
With the LUMIX DMC-SZ3, Panasonic refreshes its compact travel line with an affordable, slim, long-zoom camera designed for stashing in your pocket or purse so you'll always be at the ready for capturing moments or making art when the muse calls. The Panasonic SZ3 features a 10x optical zoom (20x digital intelligent zoom) lens, ranging from 25-250mm (in 35mm equivalency), 10 frames-per-second continuous burst shooting (at 3 megapixels) and several creative filters and modes.
Measuring at 3.73 x 2.20 x 0.86 inches (94.8 x 55.8 x 21.9 mm) and weighing just more than 4 ounces, the SZ3 is truly petite. However, it boasts a 1/2.33-inch 16.1-megapixel CCD sensor that Panasonic claims outpaces the performance of its 14.1-megapixel predecessor. The new sensor is backed with high-speed signal input, high-sensitivity recording and Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. anti-shake technology. ISOs run from 100 to 1600 at full resolution, reaching 6400 in High Sensitivity Mode.
Though small, the Panasonic SZ3 is still big enough to host a 2.7-inch, 230,000-dot LCD screen on the back, in addition to that 10x optical zoom lens in the front. The LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens features a maximum aperture range of f/3.1 at wide angle and f/5.9 at telephoto, and is comprised of nine elements in seven groups.
The SZ3 incorporates the manufacturer's latest raft of filters and fun modes, called Creative Control and Creative Retouch. Creative Control lets you apply filters (such as Retro or One Point Color) before you take the image, and Creative Retouch adds such effects as Toy and Miniature in-camera after shooting.
While it's no high-end movie maker, the camera appears to be a capable video recording, shooting in 720p HD at 24 frames per second in Motion JPEG format. And the Panasonic SZ3 does all for zooming while recording, a nice touch.
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-SZ3 ships in March in blue, black and white. Pricing was not available at press time.
Buy the Panasonic SZ3
$128.00
20.1 MP (20% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
6% smaller
8x zoom (25% less)
$166.98 (25% more)
2 MP (19% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
Similar size
8x zoom (25% less)
$189.00 (34% more)
2 MP (19% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
9% larger
1x zoom
$288.00 (57% more)
18.2 MP (12% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
14% larger
2x zoom (50% more)
$284.50 (56% more)
20.2 MP (20% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
12% larger
12x zoom (17% more)
$136.95 (9% more)
20.1 MP (20% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
Similar size
8x zoom (25% less)
$319.00 (61% more)
20.2 MP (20% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
25% larger
25x zoom (60% more)
$232.95 (46% more)
16 MP
Also lacks viewfinder
48% larger
5x zoom (100% less)
$168.50 (26% more)
16.1 MP
Also lacks viewfinder
Similar size
4x zoom (150% less)
$386.95 (68% more)
16 MP
Also lacks viewfinder
46% larger
5x zoom (100% less)
$348.00 (64% more)
18.2 MP (12% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
45% larger
3x zoom (67% more)
$156.95 (20% more)
13.2 MP (22% less)
Also lacks viewfinder
58% larger
3x zoom (233% less)
$109.00 (15% less)
16.4 MP
Also lacks viewfinder
46% larger
5x zoom (100% less)
$301.98 (59% more)
20.2 MP (20% more)
Also lacks viewfinder
55% larger
5x zoom (100% less)
$368.00 (66% more)
18.2 MP (12% more)
Has viewfinder
45% larger
3x zoom (67% more)
$448.00 (72% more)
18.2 MP (12% more)
Has viewfinder
45% larger
3x zoom (67% more)
$229.00 (45% more)
16.4 MP
Also lacks viewfinder
46% larger
5x zoom (100% less)
$473.00 (74% more)
18.2 MP (12% more)
Has viewfinder
45% larger
28x zoom (64% more)
Follow Imaging Resource