Panasonic DMC-ZS7 Black

Panasonic DMC-ZS7 Black 12.1 Megapixel Digital Camera - DMCZS7K/ 12.1 Megapixels/ 12x Optical Zoom/ 4x Digital Zoom/ 16x Intelligent Zoom/ 23.4x Extra Optical Zoom/ 25mm Ultra Wide-Angle Lens/ HD Movie In AVCHD Lite/ Travel Mode With GPS/ 3.0" TFT Screen LCD Display/ Black Finish

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Panasonic DMC-ZS7 Black 12.1 Megapixel Digital Camera

25mm Ultra Wide-angle Lens
The DMC-ZS7 features a 25mm ultra wide-angle* 12x optical zoom f/3.3-4.9 LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens (35mm camera equivalent: 25-300mm). Incorporating Panasonic's advanced optical technologies, this lens system is comprised of 10 elements in 8 groups, with 2 ED (Extra Low Dispersion) lenses and 2 aspherical lenses / 3 aspherical surfaces while preserving compactness. This lens system enables a remarkable 25 to 300mm range of focal length in this compact body. The powerful zoom of the DMC-ZS7 can be freely controlled even when shooting motion images. Inheriting the fine rendering and outstanding quality of the LEICA ELMAR lens, this easy-to-carry camera delivers beautiful images any time, any place.

* Converted to standard 35mm camera equivalent, at the maximum wide position.

The 25mm ultra wide-angle lens* has about twice the shooting area as a standard 35mm lens. This enhances all kinds of shooting situations, like when you're photographing a group of people at an indoor party or shooting a large structure or sweeping landscape while traveling.

* Converted to standard 35mm camera equivalent, at the maximum wide position.

16x Intelligent Zoom / 23.4x Extra Optical Zoom
Thanks to the newly incorporated Intelligent Resolution technology, the Intelligent Zoom is available with the DMC-ZS7 which extends the zoom ratio by approx. 1.3x maintaining the picture quality even combining a digital zoom. This means the 12x optical can virtually extend to 16x equivalent. Furthermore, the Extra Optical Zoom function that extends zoom power to 23.4x* by using the center part of the large CCD to bring subjects even closer.

* At 3-megapixel resolution or less.

HD Movie in AVCHD Lite
In addition to Motion JPEG images, the DMC-ZS7 can record high-definition motion images in AVCHD Lite. It features almost double the recording time in HD quality compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format. Also, with the DMC-ZS7, it is possible to use the GPS (Global Positioning System) function to record data on the shooting location. You can view images for each geographical location by using the included software PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.1 HD Edition to manage the images by date and location.

Powerful 12x Optical Zoom
The addition of AVCHD Lite HD movie recording doubles the appeal of the DMC-ZS7. This single camera lets you capture virtually all images in their natural beauty. It gives you both motion and still images, and ranges from 25mm ultra wide-angle* shots of sweeping landscapes to powerful 12x optical zoom shots (35mm camera equivalent: 300mm) that pull distant subjects right up close. The mechanism design minimizes the noise of auto focusing or zooming.

* Converted to standard 35mm camera equivalent, at the maximum wide position.

High Quality Sound
A stereo microphone, featuring Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, on the upper body records dynamic, true-to-life stereo audio that brings out the power of your HD movies.

* Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Travel Mode with GPS for both Photos and Movies
By simply turning on the GPS function, the location data and time are automatically updated. Great for travel recordings. The DMC-TS7 camera is acclaimed as an excellent travel companion because of a wide shooting range and hybrid recording capability of high quality photos and movies. The DMC-ZS7 further enhances its value by adding a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) unit into the camera.

Place name information (Country, State, City and Landmark*2) is displayed on the shooting screen real-time and recording them on the photo/movie.
The area information: 173 countries or regions!
The landmark information: More than 500,000!
The area information covers 173 countries or regions for global use. Plus, more than 500,000 of landmark information covers 73 countries or regions.

You can playback the geo-tagged photo/movie by the recorded place names either in the camera or on computer via the included software PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.1 HD Edition.

Connect to a TV with an HDMI cable*3 to view your memories on a large screen.

*1 The information of movie is recorded in EXIF for the Motion JPEG files and in the maker note for the AVCHD Lite files.
*2 The information of Landmark may not be displayed depending on the country or region.
*3 Requires the optional RP-CDHM15/CDHM30 mini HDMI cable. The output resolution of the DMC-ZS7 can be selected as 1080i, 720p or 480p (576p in PAL system). Please confirm that the TV you are connecting to has an HDMI input terminal compatible with the selected signal. Depending on the cable used, this function may not be possible. Panasonic HDMI cables are highly recommended.

Package Content:

Included Software:

• PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.1 HD Edition
• QuickTime
• Adobe Reader
  

Standard Accessories:

• Battery Charger
• Battery Pack
• Battery Case
  
• AV cable
• USB Cable
  
• Hand Strap
• CD-ROM

Specifications:

• Camera Effective Pixels 12.1 Mega Pixels
  
• Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter 1/2.33-inch / 14.5 Total Megapixels / Primary Color Filter
  
• Aperture F3.3 - 4.9 / Iris Diaphragm (F3.3 - 6.3 (W) / F4.9 - 6.3 (T))
  
• Optical Zoom 12x
  
• Digital Zoom 1 4x ( Max. 48.0 x combined with Optical Zoom without Extra Optical Zoom ) (Max. 93.8 x combined with Extra Optical Zoom)
  
• Focal Length f=4.1-49.2mm (25-300mm in 35mm equiv.)
  
• Lens LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR 10 elements in 8 groups (2 Aspherical Lenses / 3 Aspherical surfaces / 2 ED lenses)
  
• Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Power O.I.S. (Off / Auto / Mode1 / Mode2)
    
  • Photo & Movie
    
• Focusing Area Normal: Wide 50 cm - infinity / Tele 200 cm - infinity Macro / Intelligent AUTO / Clipboard: Wide 3 cm - infinity / Tele 100cm - infinity
  
• Focus Range Display Yes
  
• AF Metering Face / AF Tracking / Multi (11pt) / 1pt HS / 1pt / Spot
  
• Focus Normal / Macro, Zoom Macro, Quick AF On/Off (On in Intelligent Auto), Continuous AF On/Off , AF Tracking
  
• AF Assist Lamp Yes
  
• ISO Sensitivity
  • Auto / 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600
    
  • High Sensitivity (ISO 1600-6400)
    
• White Balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / White Set (Selectable at Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self-Portrait, Sports, Panorama Assist, Baby, Pet, High Sensitivity, Highspeed Burst, Pinhole, Photo Frame, High Dynamic, Underwater)
  
• Exposure
  • Program AE
    
  • Aperture Priority AE
    
  • Shutter Priority AE
    
  • Manual
    
• Exposure Compensation 1/3 EV Step, ± 2 EV
  
• Backlight Compensation Yes (only in Intelligent AUTO mode)
  
• Auto Bracketing (AE) +/- 1/3 EV ~ 1EV step, 3 frames
  
• Light Metering System Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
  
• Face Detection Photo & Movie
  
• Still Image Scene Mode Portrait,SoftSkin,Trans.,Self-Port,Scenery,Pan.Assist,Sport,Night Port/Scenery,Food,Party,CandleLight,Baby1/2,Pet,Sunset,High Sensitivity,Hi-Speed Burst,Flash Burst,StarrySky,Firework,Beach,Snow,Aerial,Pinhole,FilmGrain,High Dynamic,PhotoFrame,Underwater
  
• Movie Scene Mode Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Low Light, Food, Party, Candle Light, Sunset, Beach, Snow, Aerial, Pinhole,Film Grain, Underwater, High Sensitivity, High Dynamic(Standard, Art, B&W)(Activated by selecting Still Picture Scene Mode)
  
• Shutter Speed/Shutter System Still: 60 - 1/2000 sec Starry Sky Mode : 15, 30, 60sec.
  
• Shutter Interval approx. 1.0 sec
  
• Self Timer 2sec / 10sec
  
• Auto Review 1sec, 2sec, Hold
  
• Picture Adjustment
  • Contrast +2steps
    
  • Sharpness +2steps
    
  • Saturation +2steps
    
  • Noise Reduction +2steps
    
• Image Quality Fine/Standard
  
• Aspect Ratio 4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9
  
• Intelligent Exposure Yes (Photo & Movie)
  
• Real-time Histograms Yes
  
• Composition Guide Lines Yes (2 patterns)
  
• Scene Mode Help Screen Yes
  
• LCD Monitor
  • 3.0 " TFT Screen LCD Display (460K dots), AR Coat
    
  • Field of View : approx. 100% Wide Viewing Angle
    
  • AUTO Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode
    
• Playback Mode Normal Playback, Slideshow, Mode Playback, GPS Playback, Travel Playback,Category Playback, Favorites Playback
  
• OSD Language English, Spanish
  
• Recording Media Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
  
• Interface AV Output (NTSC/PAL, NTSC only for N. America), mini HDMI, USB2.0 High speed
  
• Viera Link Yes
  
• HDMI Output
  • Video: Auto / 1080i / 720p / 480p(576p for PAL)
    
  • Audio: Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator
    
• Power Supply
  • ID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack (3.6V, 895mAh) (Included)
    
  • AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional)
    
• Battery Life 2 300 pictures (CIPA Standard)
  
• Multi-Aspect Yes
  
• 2-Speed Zoom Yes
  
• Quick Menu Yes
  
• Continuous Shooting Mode
  • Full-Resolution Image, 2.3 frames/sec Max. 5 images-Standard, Max 3 images-Fine
    
  • High-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6.0 frames/sec-Image
    
  • approx. 10 frames/sec-Speed
    
  • (recorded in 3M for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9)
    
• Focus Icon Select Yes
  
• Optical Zoom in Motion Picture Yes
  
• Macro Zoom Yes
  
• Orientation Detector Yes
  
• Playback Still Images with Audio Yes
  
• Playback Motion Picture Yes ( AVC HD Lite / Motion JPEG)
  
• Slideshow Mode All / Still Images Only / Motion Picture Only / GPS Area / Travel / Category / Favorites BGM Effect Natural / Slow / Swing / Urban / OFF)
  
• Show Histogram Yes
  
• Delete Image Single / Multi / All / All except Favorites
  
• Cut Animation Yes
  
• PictBridge Support Single / Multi / All / Favorites / DPOF
  
• AVCHD Lite REC NTSC / PAL (Depends on Region)
  
• One-Touch Movie Button Yes
  
• Movie REC Guide Yes
  
• Wind-Cut in Motion Picture Yes
  
• Flash Burst Continuous Shooting Mode Max. 5 images (Standard mode)
  
• Intelligent ISO Control Photo
  
• Face Recognition Photo
  
• Intelligent Scene Selector Photo (Portrait, Scenery, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Sunset, Macro) & Movie (Portrait, Scenery, Low Light, Macro)
  
• File Format
  • Still Image: JPEG(DCF/Exif2.21)
    
  • Image with Audio: JPEG (DCF / Exif2.21) + QuickTime
    
  • Motion picture: AVCHD Lite / QuickTime Motion JPEG
    
• Mode Dial / Mode Button Intelligent Auto, P, A, S, M, Custom, My SCN 1, My SCN 2, SCN, Clipboard
  
• Still Picture Recording 4:3 4000x3000(12M) / 3264x2448(8M) / 2560x1920(5M) / 2048X1536(3M) / 640X480(0.3M)
  
• Still Picture Recording 3:2 4176x2784 (11.5M) / 3392x2264 (7.5M) / 2656x1768 (4.5M) / 2048x1360 (2.5M) / 640x424 (0.3M)
  
• Still Picture Recording 16:9 4320x2432 (10.5M) / 3552x2000 (7M) / 2784x1568 (4.5M) / 1920x1080 (2M) / 640x360 (0.2M)
  
• Color Mode / Color Effect Standard, Vivid, Natural, Black & White, Sepia, Cool, Warm, Happy (only in iA Mode)
  
• Copy / Title Edit / Text Stamp Yes / Yes / Yes
  
• Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) 14.7x (4:3 / 8M), 18.8x (4:3 / 5M), 23.4x (under 3M)
  
• Digital Red Eye Correction (Red-Eye Removal) Photo
  
• Mode Switch [Recording] / [Playback]
  
• Zoom Resume Yes
  
• Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback 12,30-thumbnails / Max 16x
  
• Calendar Display Yes
  
• Set Favorites Yes
  
• DPOF Print Setting / Set Protection Yes / Yes
  
• Resize / Trim / Aspect Conv. / Leveling Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes
  
• Travel Date / World Time Yes / Yes
  
• Built-in-Flash Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off 0.6 - 5.3m (Wide/ISO Auto), 1.0 - 3.6m (Tele/ISO Auto)
  
• Built-in-Memory Approx. 15MB
  
• Microphone / Speaker Stereo(Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator) / Yes
  
• Intelligent Zoom 16x
  
• AF Tracking Photo
  
• Intelligent Resolution Technology Photo & Movie
  
• CRT(motion pictures)AVCHD Lite with picture quality set to [SH] Approx. 100 min
  
• CRT MOTION JPEG with picture quality set to [HD] Approx. 100 min
  
• Still Image with Audio Recording 5 sec
  
• Video Divide Yes
  
• ART(motion pictures)AVCHD Lite with picture quality set to [SH] Approx. 50 min
  
• ART(motion pictures) MOTION JPEG with picture quality set to [HD] Approx. 50 min
  
• Motion Picture Recording 4:3
  • VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30fps (Motion JPEG)
    
  • QVGA: 320 x 240 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
    
• Motion Picture Recording 16:9 WVGA: 848 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
  
• Motion Picture Recording HD Movie 1280x720 pixels, NTSC Mode: NTSC model: 60p(CCD output is 30p)/(AVCHD Lite, SH: 17Mbps / H:13Mbps / L:9Mbps )/ 30fps (Motion JPEG)
  
• GPS Yes

Approximate Dimension:

• Width: 4.07"
• Height: 2.35"
• Depth: 1.28"

Approximate Weight:

• Unit: 0.43 lbs
• Shipping: 1 lb
  

Warranty Information:

• Manufacturers Warranty(authorized online retailer): One Year Parts and Labor

 

 

 

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