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Brand: Panasonic
Located in: Digital, Digital Cameras
Panasonic's DMC-ZS5 Digital Camera features a 2.7-in screen, 12x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom, 12.1 megapixels, several screne modes, face recognition, and more!
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.5 stars
(based on 11 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Compact(3), Easy to use(5), Good image quality(5), Good in low light(3), Image stabilization(7)
Best Uses:
Family photos(7), Landscape/scenery(8), Low light(5), Sports/action(3), Travel(9)
Describe Yourself:
Casual photographer(6), Photo enthusiast(5)
Was this a gift?:
No(4)
 
Great camera
By Tony the photogVerified Purchaser from Long Beach Ca. on 10/30/2010
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Digital zoom, Fast Auto focus, Image stabilization, Night shooting mode, Programmed scene shooting modes
What do you do with your digital images?:
Print using a home printer, Save to disk
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
8
Ease of Operation:
9
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
8
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
10
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
10
Overall Experience:
10
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast/accurate auto-focus, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom, Nice Body Color, Small / Compact
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Travel, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

Compact, easy to use out of box

 
Couldn't be happier!
By 56BellaireVerified Purchaser from Bellaire, MI on 10/29/2010
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Digital zoom, Fast Auto focus
What do you do with your digital images?:
Email to friends and family, Save to disk, Use in professional publications
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
8
Ease of Operation:
8
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
6
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
6
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
8
Overall Experience:
8
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Probably will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast/accurate auto-focus, Good Image Quality, Great Zoom, Large Clear LCD, Nice Body Color
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Travel, Work related photos
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

The Panasonic's have proven to be durable, fairly compact and easy to use!

 
This is my third Panasonic camera!
By tmrnttVerified Purchaser from Olympia, WA on 10/12/2010
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Auto focus, Automatic exposure control, Automatic flash, Continuous shooting, Digital zoom, Image stabilization, Night shooting mode, Programmed scene shooting modes, Red-eye reduction
What do you do with your digital images?:
Create photo albums, mugs, t-shirts using online photo sites, Email to friends and family, Save to disk, Use in personal blogs, web sites, and social media sites.
What was the primary reason for purchasing this digital camera?:
Own or have owned products from same brand
Overall Experience:
10
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Good Image Quality, Large Clear LCD, Small / Compact
Cons:
Lag / Shutter Delay, No Viewfinder
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Sports/Action, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

The DMC-ZS5 replaces my DMC-ZS3 which I gave to my son who needed to replace his camera. The first Panasonic camera which I bought 4 years ago has been given to another family member. I have also bought several Panasonic cameras to give as gifts as well as recommending them to friends who have bought them. I have owned several other brands of digital cameras previously. When the last "other brand" had problems, I did extensive research to find the best camera for my use and am an avid fan now of the Panasonic....great quality and easy to use.

 
Falling short indoors
By ErinVerified Purchaser from Hartford, CT on 9/30/2010
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Continuous shooting, Face detection software, Image stabilization, Manual focus, Night shooting mode, Programmed scene shooting modes, Red-eye reduction
What do you do with your digital images?:
Save to disk, Upload to online photo sharing sites, Use in personal blogs, web sites, and social media sites.
What was the primary reason for purchasing this digital camera?:
Picture Quality
Overall Experience:
8
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Probably will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Good Image Quality, Great Zoom, Short Lag Time
Cons:
Poor Flash
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Weddings/Events
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

Two drawbacks: not great performance indoors. Even if you adjust AWB, still image quality needs to be improved.
2 - Flash is odd in a way if you make a little step too close - everything is blown out, a little step too far - the flash is not strong enough

 
Great camera!
By Glencoe LadVerified Purchaser from Cleveland, OH on 9/24/2010
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Auto focus, Automatic exposure control, Automatic flash, Digital zoom, Image stabilization, Interchangeable lenses, Manual focus, Red-eye reduction
What do you do with your digital images?:
Display on digital picture frame, Save to disk, Use in personal blogs, web sites, and social media sites.
What was the primary reason for purchasing this digital camera?:
Recommended by friend or family
Overall Experience:
10
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Great Zoom, Large Clear LCD, Many shooting options, Small / Compact
Cons:
No Viewfinder
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Travel, Video
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
Yes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

I bought this camera for my wife for her birthday and she took it on our recent trip to Seattle and Vancouver. She loved it and I was jealous because it outperformed my digital SLR camera. Shhots great pics and video.

 
Very Good Purchase
By Malicious IntentionsVerified Purchaser from Mandan, ND on 7/5/2010
Pros:
Good Image Stabilization, Great pictures, Great Zoom
Cons:
Short Battery Life
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Landscape/Scenery, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

The pictures I have taken with this camera have been great - very pleased with the quality - I have read negative things about digital cameras in low light but I cannot confirm as I have taken very few indoors - The scene modes have been very helpful in taking better photos particularly the sunrise and sunset modes - The burst mode is great for catching action - I did not have much success so far with the fireworks mode, perhaps next year - In the auto intelligent setting the happy setting is great for vivid colorful photos - The macro setting is also very good - Not crazy about the software included to edit photos, perhaps I will get better with it as time progresses - The biggest beef I have with the camera is that it does not have much meat :) on it to hold, I am very conscious of how easy it is to drop and try to remember to use the wrist strap - I have owned the ZS5 for 3 weeks and am anticipating taking it to the badlands were I can really put it thru the paces - So far so good

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Great camera
By Montreal_is_greatVerified Purchaser from Montreal, Qc on 6/24/2010
Pros:
Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Landscape/Scenery, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

I don't know much about photography. I only want a camera that I can turn on and take good pictures without having to worry about the settings. I'm very happy about this camera.

 
Great Camera
By mom of a toddlerVerified Purchaser from seattle, wa on 6/10/2010
Pros:
Good continuous shoot, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD
Cons:
A little big, Cheap strap, Long lag time shutter delay
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Outdoors
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

The continuous shoot works well to capture a good picture of my toddler who won't hold still.

 
Great Camera
By New Camera from SC on 6/5/2010
Pros:
Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom, Short Lag Time
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Sports/Action, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

I love the camera! I am so happy with my purchase.

 
I love this Camera!
By Mark HVerified Purchaser from Houston, Texas on 5/26/2010
Pros:
Great Zoom
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Travel, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

This camera is light weight and the zoom lens retracts completely into the camera making it easy to pack away in my shirt or pants pocket. I am looking forward to taking some great 12 meg photos on my vacation and blowing them up to 16 x 20. Last night I hooked the camera up to my High Def Television and set the camera to play the photos on the card. The pictures were fantastic and the camera even furnished the background music! Another feature I like is the ability to take black and white photos.

 
This is a great little camera!
By RobineggblueVerified Purchaser from Minnesota on 5/18/2010
Pros:
Good Image Stabilization, Great Zoom, Short Lag Time
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Travel, Weddings/Events
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Panasonic DMC-ZS5 12.1mp Digital Camera - Silver:

This camera is very user-friendly and takes great pics. I used it for the first time at my daughter's wedding in Mexico earlier this month. I hadn't had much time to read all the instructions but was able to figure it out quite quickly. The images were nice except for a few that the sun was refecting on the subject
and I attribute that to operator error.

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