Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black)
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- B&H # PADMCZS30B
- Mfr# DMC-ZS30K
Product Highlights
- 18.1MP High Sensitivity MOS Sensor
- 20x Leica DC Optical Zoom Lens; 24-480mm
- 3.0" 920k-dot Touch-Screen LCD Display
- Full HD 1080p/i Video with Stereo Mic
- Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
- Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization
- 10fps Burst Shooting at Full Resolution
- Manual Exposure Control
- 14 Built-in Creative Effects
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The black Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera from Panasonic is a versatile, high-quality compact camera with a 20x optical zoom lens, manual exposure control, Wi-Fi connectivity and touch-control LCD screen. Its 18.1MP MOS sensor and new Venus Engine image processor provide low-noise images, accurate colors and fast performance and its 20x optical zoom lens stretches from ultra wide-angle to super-telephoto lengths for a wide range of shooting applications. This Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens offers the 35mm equivalent focal length of a 24-480mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.3 at the wide-angle end. This aperture is wide enough to capture low light action and the camera's Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization will compensate for camera shake to provide clear photos and videos when shooting at the telephoto lengths that this lens offers. If you need to reach a bit further, a 40x Intelligent Digital Zoom feature is also available. Aspherical and Extra-low Dispersion lens elements and Nano Surface Coating minimize aberrations and flaring for sharply rendered images.
Full HD 1080p video recording with built-in stereo sound is supported by the ZS30 and a dedicated one-touch button will take you instantly from photo mode to video. You can also shoot still images while recording a video without cutting the video. Slow- and fast-motion video and multiple lower resolution recording is also possible and 5-Axis Correction minimizes blurring across the entire shooting range. A 3.0" 920k-dot Touch-control LCD screen is provided for composition and playback. You can control autofocus, zoom, shutter and playback with simple gestures on the touch-screen. It also features an auto level gauge to keep your images straight.
The DMC-ZS30 has built-in Wi-Fi and by downloading the Panasonic Image App to your iOS or Android smart phone or tablet, you can wirelessly send your shots to your device for instant sharing and storage. The App also allows you to use your device as a remote control for shooting and viewing photos and HD video. NFC (Near Field Communication) allows you to connect camera to phone with just a touch and sharing images with a friend's phone is just as easy. Direct upload to social networking sites, auto transfer and wireless TV playback are all possible with the Image App. The camera also has built-in GPS with geo-tagging, mapping and compass functions.
The ZS30 offers full resolution burst shooting of 10 frames per second and its Intelligent Auto mode allows the camera to set the optimal adjustments while you compose and shoot. If you want your settings to be even more specific, 18 individual photo Scene Modes, such as Panorama, Sunset or Night Portrait, offer predefined settings that correspond to the scene you are shooting. High Dynamic Range is included to capture balanced shots of scenes that contain both dark shadows and bright areas. Four photo aspect ratios in multiple resolutions are available (4:3, 3:2, 16:9 and square-shaped 1:1) and manual exposure control is supported so you can adjust aperture and shutter speed to create images exactly the way you envision.
For expressive imaging, Creative Control and Creative Retouch allow you to add 14 artistic effects before or after you shoot, for example Retro look, Toy Effect or One Point Color. Creative Panorama offers the same effects on panorama images and Creative Control is also supported in video mode.
The DMC-ZS30 is conveniently powered by both a conventional AC adapter and via the USB input, so you can use your computer to charge your camera. PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 image management software is included with your purchase.
- 18.1MP High Sensitivity MOS Sensor and Venus Engine Image Processor
- A 18.1MP High Sensitivity MOS Sensor offers high-speed signal output and high quality image recording even in low light conditions. The new Venus Engine Image Processor is powerful enough to handle multiple operations simultaneously and provides the ability to process Full HD data at high speeds. Its Noise Reduction System keeps images clear even at high ISO.
- Leica DC Vario-Elmar 20x Optical Zoom Lens
- A 20x ultra wide-angle optical zoom lens provides the 35mm focal length equivalent of a 24-480mm lens, which incorporates shooting possibilities from ultra wide-angle to super-telephoto. At the wide-angle end, group shots, expansive interiors and exaggerated angles are possible and the 480mm telephoto capability will bring distant subjects in for their close-up. A 40x Intelligent Digital Zoom function is also available for even longer reach. To ensure sharpness and greater color fidelity, the lens' optical design features 3 aspherical and 2 Extra-low Dispersion lens elements and Nano Surface Coating on the lens elements improves clarity by reducing flaring and ghosting.
- Full HD 1080p Video with Dedicated One-touch Button and Stereo Sound
- Full HD 1080p Video recording is available with a dedicated button that switches you immediately from photo mode into video mode. Shoot in MP4 format for viewing on your computer or AVCHD if viewing with Blu-ray players or on a VIERA TV. Dolby Digital sound with a wind cut function provides stereo audio recording and Intelligent Auto, 20x Zoom and Creative Control Modes are supported in video. In Miniature Effect Mode you can create 10x fast-moving movies. HYBRID Optical Image Stabilization with 5-Axis correction provides movement compensation for smooth, blur-free videos and Level Shot Function keeps you shooting straight. Also, while shooting HD video you can simply push the shutter button to create a still image without cutting the video.
- 3.0" Intelligent Multi-touch LCD Display
- Composition and playback are viewed with the large 3.0" TFT Color LCD display with 920,000 pixel resolution. It provides 100% field of view and features multi-touch control including Touch AF, Touch Zoom and Touch Shutter.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
- The ZS30 provides Wi-Fi connectivity with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. By downloading the Panasonic Image App to your iOS or Android smart phone or tablet, you can not only instantly transfer images to your device for sharing, but you can use your device as a remote control to shoot photos and HD videos with the ZS30. NFC technology allows a simple touch of your phone to the camera to transfer images and auto transfer wirelessly sends images to your computer anytime you charge your camera via the USB input. The Panasonic Image App also provides instant sharing between friend's smart phones, direct upload to social network sites and wireless playback on compliant HDTVs.
- HYBRID Optical Image Stabilization
- The O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) suppresses the vibration from hand-shake, which is generated when pressing the shutter button or when shooting with a slow shutter speed. It provides clearer images with less blur. The O.I.S. also is effective with long telephoto shots, which are especially susceptible to hand-shake. HYBRID O.I.S. combines O.I.S. with 5-Axis Correction and provides clear images with smooth movement when recording video.
- Intelligent Auto
- In the iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode, the camera does all the work, leaving you free to compose your shot and capture the moment. Combining Automatic ISO and Exposure, Face Detection, Intelligent Scene Detection, HDR, HYBRID O.I.S. and all its assistive features into one mode, the camera's detection and correction functions adjust the camera to its best possible setting.
- Manual Exposure Control and Custom Settings
- The DMC-ZS30 provides easy-to-use manual exposure control. You can set the aperture to control the depth of field, and adjust the shutter speed to freeze moving subjects or create a motion blur that emphasizes the feeling of movement. Manual exposure allows for greater creativity and control and is the key to developing your shooting skills. Also supported are aperture priority, shutter priority and 4 custom exposure settings that you create to be available without the need to re-adjust settings.
- Burst Shooting
- The newly developed MOS sensor lets the DMC-ZS30 shoot 10fps (frames per second) in 18.1MP full resolution and 5 fps with continuous AF. Intelligent Burst Shooting in the iA Mode automatically sets the frame rate of burst shooting according to the subject's movement and in lower resolution, you can shoot up to 60 frames per second.
- Aspect Ratios
- The ZS30 shoots in four aspect ratios. Its native ratio is 4:3 and it also captures in 3:2, 16:9 and 1:1 at multiple resolution levels.
- 19 Scene Modes including HDR
- Scene Modes provide predefined settings to make shooting certain types of scenes easier. The Scene Modes are: Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Hand Held Night Shot, High Dynamic Range, Food, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Starry Sky, Glass Through, Underwater, 3D Photo. There is also High Speed Video mode which shoots video at a 10x fast-forward pace.
- Creative Control and Retouch Modes
- With Creative Control you can add 14 different expressive effects such as Sepia, Soft Focus and Miniature Effect to your images before you shoot. With Creative Retouch, add those same effects after you have shot your images. Creative Control is also provided when shooting panorama photos.
- GPS and GLONASS
- The GPS in the DMC-ZS30 complies with GLONASS (Global Navigation Satellite System) to further enhance its detection accuracy for pinpoint geo-tagging of your images. The camera's GPS function also provides mapping, compass and landmark information on your camera's LCD.
- Languages Supported
- English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Dutch, Thai, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian, Japanese, Swedish, Danish, Finnish, Greek, Vietnamese
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Pixels |
Actual: 18.9 Megapixel Effective: 18.1 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.33" MOS |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG, MPO Movies: MPEG-4 AVCHD |
| Max Resolution | 18MP: 4896 x 3672 @ 4:3 |
| Other Resolutions |
12MP: 4000 x 3000 @ 4:3 8MP: 3264 x 2448 5MP: 2560 x 1920 @ 4:3 3MP: 2048 x 1536 @ 4:3 0.3MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3 16MP: 4896 x 3264 @ 3:2 10.5MP: 4000 x 2672 @ 3:2 7MP: 3264 x 2176 @ 3:2 4.5MP: 2560 x 1712 @ 3:2 2.5MP: 2048 x 1360 0.3MP: 640 x 424 @ 3:2 13.5MP: 4896 x 2752 @ 16:9 9MP: 4000 x 2248 @ 16:9 6MP: 3264 x 1840 @ 16:9 3.5MP: 2560 x 1440 @ 16:9 2MP: 1920 x 1080 @ 16:9 0.3MP: 640 x 360 @ 16:9 10.5MP: 3664 x 3664 @ 1:1 7.5MP: 2992 x 2992 @ 1:1 6MP: 2448 x 2448 @ 1:1 3.5MP: 1920 x 1920 @ 1:1 2.5MP: 1536 x 1536 @ 1:1 0.2MP: 480 x 480 @ 1:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical, 5-Way |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
Leica DC Vario-Elmar, 12 elements in 10 groups 3 Aspheric, 2 ED EFL: 4.3-86 mm (35 mm equivalent: 24-480 mm) Aperture: f/3.3 (W) - 6.4 (T) to f/8.0 |
| Zoom |
Optical: 20x Digital: 4x Intelligent Zoom: 40x |
| Focus Range |
Wide: 19.69" (50 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 78.74" (200 cm) - Infinity Wide Macro: 1.18" (3 cm) - Infinity Tele Macro: 39.37" (100 cm) - Infinity |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100-6400 (High Sensitivity Mode: 1600-6400) |
| Shutter |
4 - 1/2000 sec 15 - 30 sec in Starry Sky Mode |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Multi, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| Shooting Modes |
3D Photo Food Landscape Night Landscape Night Portrait Night Scene Pet Portrait Portrait Soft Focus Sports Sunset Underwater |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
| Burst Rate |
Up to 10 fps at 18.1 MP for up to 6 frames Up to 5 fps at 18.1 MP for up to 100 frames Up to 40 fps at 5 MP Up to 60 fps at 3 MP |
| Self Timer | 2 Sec, 10 Sec |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Flash Modes |
Auto Auto/Red-eye Reduction Forced On Off Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 1.97 - 21.00' (0.6 - 6.4 m) Telephoto: 3.28 - 10.83' (1.0 - 3.3 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 12MB |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
| Resolution |
1920 x 1080: 30 fps, 60 fps 1280 x 720: 30 fps, 60 fps, 120 fps 640 x 480: 30 fps, 240 fps |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Up to 4GB Limited by Memory Card Capacity |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Stereo |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | LCD Display |
| Screen | 3.0" LCD Rear Touch Screen (920000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | AV Output, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes built-in |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 1x DMW-BCM13 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 3.6VDC, 1250mAh |
| AC Power Adapter | 110-24V AC (Included) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.3 x 2.3 x 1.1" / 108.3 x 58.9 x 27.7 mm |
| Weight | 6.07 oz / 172 g camera only |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (6)
- Good image quality (5)
- Image stabilization (5)
- Zoom range/performance (5)
- Easy to use (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Family photos (5)
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Video (3)
- Wildlife (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Alot Of Useful Settings
- Good battery life
- Great Slomo Footage
- Great Video Footage
- Long zoom
- Manual Exposure Controls
- Nfc Technology
- Wifi
Cons
Best Uses
- Beautiful Pics
- Filming From A Distance
- Filming Slomo
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
This is by far the best digital point and shoot camera on the market at this point. I have tried several before I settled on this one and Im glad I did. I mostly use this camera for filming and the footage looks beautiful. There are a lot of options you can do and use on this camera but the automatic settings alone work great. My favorite feature is that you can film 120 fps at 720HD for over 7 minutes at a time. This is an excellent feature for slow motion and the footage looks awesome. The battery is decent and the zoom goes from 24-480mm zoom which is a big help. If you are looking for a great small camera with a lot of options to take with you wherever you go, then this is the camera.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
I bought this camera to capture pictures for my website. What a great deal. I can pull an entire room into view or capture a full building with room to spare. It is so nice to be able to carry a quality camera from job to job. I wanted a point to shoot with high pix, strong zoom and ease of use and that's what was delivered to my front door!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (White):
This is a great camera. Very clear images and amazing night photos. Also the zoom is incredible!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Nice grip
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
- Zoom
Cons
- Low light video
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Pet photos
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
I own several cameras, including a couple of Canon DSLRs and a Sony mirrorless Nex5N.
But I've owned a Panasonic DMC-ZS7 for a few years and use it when I don't want/need to carry a camera bag for lenses, etc. It takes terrific photos in good light, though low light is a little iffy. Its best feature was video in low light - I've taken dozens of videos at concerts and have always been thrilled with the quality and clarity.
The ZS30 has a stronger zoom, higher resolution and a much nicer screen, though it still doesn't pivot for taking photos over the crowd.
The photos are rich, if a little warm when using default settings. The flash is strong and has a few different settings for taking shots of children and pets without all the red-eye.
Focus is quick and accurate, and the scene modes are interesting.
My only real concern is with the video. Even though it's capable of real HD, it doesn't perform as well as the ZS7 in low light. You can make changes to the settings to make it a bit better, but you basically have to put it in automatic mode to get the camera to adapt to changes in light/shadow.
Overall, I am enjoying the new camera and am looking forward to getting to know it a bit better.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Quality images
- Tons of Features
Cons
- Slightly Fragile
- touch screen navigation
Best Uses
- Artistic Photography
- Real Estate
- Sports Vacation
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
I wanted a simple, all-purpose camera for work & play. By day, I use this for real estate exterior & interior shots and I bought it for the low-light sensitivity and for the built-in HDR when shooting into backlight.
I've only scratched the surface of the manual user settings. The panorama shots are easy to take and translate well to the internet & print media. For weekend family shots, this worked better than expected at soccer games & practices - the zoom is ridiculously stable & clear and the burst shots made for pretty good action sequences. I find the iPhone app essential - especially as a remote control. You can hold the camera way up on a pole and view & shoot from the iPhone - much safer than standing on things to get the best angle in some cases. I wish the camera body was a little bigger for better handling - but I do appreciate the compact design for travel & on-the-go photo shoots. So far, I'm giving it 4.5 stars. The access covers for the cords & SD card seem very fragile so I hope they don't break off easily. That said, I did buy the extended warranty from B&H so hopefully I'm covered! The touch screen is decent, but clumsy compared to modern iDevices. Overall, very pleased, looking forward to improving as a photographer and getting great shots with the Panasonic ZS30.
Pros
- Gps
- Image Stablization
- Wifi
Cons
Best Uses
- Journalism
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
This is my fourth camera, and third Lumix from B&H. I keep upgrading for the new features such as GPS, WiFi and Image Stabilization. Plus the cameras are getting lighter with a more powerful zoom. Great images! And it doesn't hurt that the Lumix is being made in the former Leica factory. I doubt I will ever use all the great features available but I'm going to try! All the controls are right on the touch-screen. And being able to take a still photo while video taping is a good bonus. Get your hands on one of these. Price plus features, what a deal.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- monopod
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
This camera is an upgrade from my ZS19 and am very happy with it. I use it mostly for nature shots, especially close ups and landscapes (I keep the 1.7 telephoto lens on my DMC FZ150 for the long shots.
I haven't tried all the neat features yet, but if they work as well as the basics...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Leica Lens
- Optical Zoom Range
- Wi-fi capability
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- On-the-go
- Snapshots
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
I got this camera because I wanted a new point and shoot. I like the Wi-Fi capability and love the lens. It is very compact and easy to use with a lot of good features. I look forward to using it more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
An excellent update to my old Lumix DMC-ZS3, with a longer zoom, touch control, wi-fi, etc. Can isolate individual photos from video, and can touch screen to change focus area.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Poor Flash
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
Overall, great point & shoot camera!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
The camera is great and B&H service was super.
Every thing works as advertised. Holding the camera steady with zoom is difficult.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (6)
- Good image quality (5)
- Image stabilization (5)
- Zoom range/performance (5)
- Easy to use (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Family photos (5)
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Video (3)
- Wildlife (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 11 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-11
Pros
- Alot Of Useful Settings
- Good battery life
- Great Slomo Footage
- Great Video Footage
- Long zoom
- Manual Exposure Controls
- Nfc Technology
- Wifi
Cons
Best Uses
- Beautiful Pics
- Filming From A Distance
- Filming Slomo
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
This is by far the best digital point and shoot camera on the market at this point. I have tried several before I settled on this one and Im glad I did. I mostly use this camera for filming and the footage looks beautiful. There are a lot of options you can do and use on this camera but the automatic settings alone work great. My favorite feature is that you can film 120 fps at 720HD for over 7 minutes at a time. This is an excellent feature for slow motion and the footage looks awesome. The battery is decent and the zoom goes from 24-480mm zoom which is a big help. If you are looking for a great small camera with a lot of options to take with you wherever you go, then this is the camera.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
I bought this camera to capture pictures for my website. What a great deal. I can pull an entire room into view or capture a full building with room to spare. It is so nice to be able to carry a quality camera from job to job. I wanted a point to shoot with high pix, strong zoom and ease of use and that's what was delivered to my front door!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (White):
This is a great camera. Very clear images and amazing night photos. Also the zoom is incredible!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Nice grip
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
- Zoom
Cons
- Low light video
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Pet photos
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
I own several cameras, including a couple of Canon DSLRs and a Sony mirrorless Nex5N.
But I've owned a Panasonic DMC-ZS7 for a few years and use it when I don't want/need to carry a camera bag for lenses, etc. It takes terrific photos in good light, though low light is a little iffy. Its best feature was video in low light - I've taken dozens of videos at concerts and have always been thrilled with the quality and clarity.
The ZS30 has a stronger zoom, higher resolution and a much nicer screen, though it still doesn't pivot for taking photos over the crowd.
The photos are rich, if a little warm when using default settings. The flash is strong and has a few different settings for taking shots of children and pets without all the red-eye.
Focus is quick and accurate, and the scene modes are interesting.
My only real concern is with the video. Even though it's capable of real HD, it doesn't perform as well as the ZS7 in low light. You can make changes to the settings to make it a bit better, but you basically have to put it in automatic mode to get the camera to adapt to changes in light/shadow.
Overall, I am enjoying the new camera and am looking forward to getting to know it a bit better.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Quality images
- Tons of Features
Cons
- Slightly Fragile
- touch screen navigation
Best Uses
- Artistic Photography
- Real Estate
- Sports Vacation
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
I wanted a simple, all-purpose camera for work & play. By day, I use this for real estate exterior & interior shots and I bought it for the low-light sensitivity and for the built-in HDR when shooting into backlight.
I've only scratched the surface of the manual user settings. The panorama shots are easy to take and translate well to the internet & print media. For weekend family shots, this worked better than expected at soccer games & practices - the zoom is ridiculously stable & clear and the burst shots made for pretty good action sequences. I find the iPhone app essential - especially as a remote control. You can hold the camera way up on a pole and view & shoot from the iPhone - much safer than standing on things to get the best angle in some cases. I wish the camera body was a little bigger for better handling - but I do appreciate the compact design for travel & on-the-go photo shoots. So far, I'm giving it 4.5 stars. The access covers for the cords & SD card seem very fragile so I hope they don't break off easily. That said, I did buy the extended warranty from B&H so hopefully I'm covered! The touch screen is decent, but clumsy compared to modern iDevices. Overall, very pleased, looking forward to improving as a photographer and getting great shots with the Panasonic ZS30.
Pros
- Gps
- Image Stablization
- Wifi
Cons
Best Uses
- Journalism
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
This is my fourth camera, and third Lumix from B&H. I keep upgrading for the new features such as GPS, WiFi and Image Stabilization. Plus the cameras are getting lighter with a more powerful zoom. Great images! And it doesn't hurt that the Lumix is being made in the former Leica factory. I doubt I will ever use all the great features available but I'm going to try! All the controls are right on the touch-screen. And being able to take a still photo while video taping is a good bonus. Get your hands on one of these. Price plus features, what a deal.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- monopod
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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North Carolina with my Lumix
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
This camera is an upgrade from my ZS19 and am very happy with it. I use it mostly for nature shots, especially close ups and landscapes (I keep the 1.7 telephoto lens on my DMC FZ150 for the long shots.
I haven't tried all the neat features yet, but if they work as well as the basics...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Leica Lens
- Optical Zoom Range
- Wi-fi capability
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- On-the-go
- Snapshots
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
I got this camera because I wanted a new point and shoot. I like the Wi-Fi capability and love the lens. It is very compact and easy to use with a lot of good features. I look forward to using it more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
An excellent update to my old Lumix DMC-ZS3, with a longer zoom, touch control, wi-fi, etc. Can isolate individual photos from video, and can touch screen to change focus area.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Poor Flash
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Silver):
Overall, great point & shoot camera!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Best Uses
Comments about Lumix DMC-ZS30 Digital Camera (Black):
The camera is great and B&H service was super.
Every thing works as advertised. Holding the camera steady with zoom is difficult.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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