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The shutter has switched places with the mode dial but this feels more natural. The camera offers a 1280x720 30fps (720p) HD video in AVCHD Lite with stereo and a mini HDMI output. Shot-to-shot takes a bit more than 2 seconds with burst mode from 1.9 to 2.3 frames per second. Design: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 fits in an attractive, compact body and comes in blue, silver, black and red, featuring a large 3-inch LCD. Weighing in at 7.7 ounces with dimensions of 2.4 inches by 4.1 inches by 1.3 inches, the camera would fit nicely in a jacket pocket. Specifications: With 10MP and a 12x Optical zoom the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 packs a little bit more power with the same angle of view for 16:9 and 4:3 aspect modes. Performance-wise it powers on and shoots in about 2.3 seconds. The camera's Q menu offers options for LCD brightness, aspect ratio, picture size, intelligent exposure, white balance, ISO sensitivity, AF mode and burst shooting. Photo quality is quite good for its class. Features & Performance: While the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 offers basic exposure compensation, macro, flash, and self-timer modes, it will also automatically choose standard or tele-macro zoom.
The lens covers a nice focal range, 25-300mm-equivalent, with maximum aperture at f3.3-4.9. The images taken on these cameras have excellent color, are well saturated and sharp. All in all, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 is the perfect upgrade from point-and-shoot enthusiasts who want an automatic model with more power.
A mode switch dial allows you to go from camera and movie modes to program exposure modes.
