Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue)
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 is a compact 14.1-Megapixel digital camera with a 28mm 4.6x optical zoom lens designed for people with an active lifestyle. The camera is waterproof to 33' (10m), shockproof to 6.6' (2m), freezeproof to 14°f (-10°c), and dustproof. This makes the camera perfect for beach going, swimming, skiing, climbing, hiking or any other outdoor activity, or tough environment. Setting the camera for the perfect photo is easy with Beach, Surf, Snow, & Sports modes.
The camera has features that allow you to capture all the high-speed action. The camera has a fast start-up time and short release time lag so you do not miss the shot, while Sonic Speed AF and Optical Image Stabilization will keep your images sharp. If the image is better captured in motion, the camera can take HD movies. If it is starting to get dark, the camera even has a built-in LED light for capturing video. All of these features make the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 the take-with-you-everywhere camera, no matter where you go or what you do.
- 14.1-Megapixel High-resolution CCD
- The DMC-TS2 features a 1/2.33" CCD with effective 14.1-megapixel high-resolution.
- Leica DC Lens with Folded Optics Technology
- The DMC-TS2 features a high-quality Leica DC Vario-Elmar 28mm wide-angle lens with a 4.6x optical zoom (35mm camera equivalent: 28-128mm). The folded optics of shaft guide method is adopted to secure the toughness of the lens unit. This lens unit comprises 10 elements and a prism unit in 8 groups, including 1 ED lens and 5 aspherical lenses with 6 aspherical surfaces, passing Leica's stringent standards to deliver exceptional optical performance to the edges. The DMC-TS2 is drop proof from a height up to 2.0m in accordance with the "MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock" test standard. In addition to reinforcing the exterior of the camera with shock-resistant material, the DMC-TS2 uses folded optics to prevent its lens unit from taking damage when dropped during operation. The lens unit is protected by a supplementary damper to absorb the force from shock impact. All components, including the lens unit, are designed to endure temperatures as low as -10 °C making the DMC-TS2 freezeproof.
- 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
- The 28mm wide-angle lens lets you easily capture large groups of people indoors or expansive architectural structures and scenes with dynamic width and rich perspective, even from short distances.
- 4.6x Optical Zoom, 6x Intelligent Zoom, 9.8x Extra Optical Zoom
- Thanks to the newly incorporated Intelligent Resolution technology, the Intelligent Zoom feature is available with the DMC-TS2, extending the zoom ratio by approximately 1.3x and maintaining the picture quality even combining a digital zoom. This means the 4.6x optical can virtually extend to a 6x equivalent. Furthermore, the Extra Optical Zoom function extends zoom power to 9.8x by using the center part of the large CCD to bring subjects even closer when shooting at 3-megapixel resolution.
- Waterproof
- With waterproof performance to a depth of 33' (10m), equivalent to the "IEC60529 IPX8" standard, the DMC-TS2 supports active shooting on a beach, underwater, or in a pool. If the camera gets dirty, soil and dust can be washed off by using water.
- Shockproof
- The DMC-TS2 is shockproof from a height up to 6.6' (2m) in accordance with the "MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock" test standard. It lets you shoot actively while moving around with the camera in one hand.
- Freezeproof
- Freezeproof to 14°f (-10°c), the DMC-TS2 supports shooting while skiing, snowboarding or skating.
- Dustproof
- The DMC-TS2 is dustproof, equivalent to the "IEC60529 IP6X" standard. While hiking or playing sports, fine dust particles can enter through gaps in the camera body and cause malfunction. The DMC-TS2 can be used in these activities without problems.
- Sealed Design and Included Silicon Jacket
- If sand or other foreign matter becomes lodged in the rubber packing around the socket section or card/battery door, water can penetrate into the camera body and lead to a malfunction. The sealed body design of the DMC-TS2 prevents this, so you can use it safely at the beach or other sandy areas. The DMC-TS2 also comes bundled with a silicon jacket that prevents scratches.
- Beach, Surf, Snow Mode & Sports Modes
- The DMC-TS2 has 3 active outdoor scene modes - Beach & Surf, Snow, and Sports - that can be switched easily and quickly by turning the mode dial, ensuring that you don't miss sudden shooting opportunities. The Beach & Surf Mode is perfect for your beach activities, allowing you to use a single mode with optimized auto white balance both on the beach and in shallow water. To switch from still image shooting to motion image recording, simply press the Motion Picture Button. The camera selects the most suitable motion image scene mode to achieve a seamless transition from still to motion image recording.
- Sonic Speed AF
- The Sonic Speed AF system in the DMC-TS2 has a maximum speed of approx. 0.24 second (wide-end) / 0.28 second (tele-end) for auto focusing. It includes numerous re-engineering enhancements, including a higher-speed actuator, optimized algorithms and parallel software processing. The result is fast and accurate AF performance. You can quickly get moving subjects in focus, such as when you're shooting sports scenes.
- Fast Start-Up Time
- The previous linear processing program has been replaced with parallel processing to save 0.2 second off the start-up time. This has resulted in ultra-high-speed start-up of approximately 1.10 seconds.
- Release Time Lag
- The shutter release time lag is as short as approx. 0.005 second, making it easy to capture sudden, spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities.
- HD Movie in AVCHD Lite
- In addition to Motion JPEG images, the DMC-TS2 can record high-definition motions images in AVCHD Lite. It features almost double the recording time in HD quality compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format.
- LED Light
- The DMC-TS2 features an LED light that records beautiful motion images even in dusky underwater environments or at a nighttime camp. A convenient auto function also automatically turns on the LED when the ambient light becomes dim.
- Scene Mode for Both Photos and Movies
- The DMC-TS2, a hybrid still/motion image model, includes numerous Scene Modes for taking movies. Switching from still-image to movie shooting is seamless because the optimal Movie Scene Mode is automatically selected. The versatile Scene Mode range is a unique Lumix feature that handles just about any situation and subject type. By simply selecting a Scene Mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for you automatically, so anybody can take superb photos and movies with ease
- 2.7" 230,000-dot High-Resolution LCD
- The DMC-TS2's large 2.7" LCD features a high 230,000-dot resolution, and a wide-viewing angle that lets you frame your shot in a variety of ways for both shooting and viewing. Lumix's acclaimed Intelligent LCD function also automatically adjusts the brightness in 11 steps according to shooting conditions. In addition, the AR (anti-reflective) coating LCD minimizes glare and provides clear images, for high visibility even in outdoor brightness. This LCD provides sharp, clear images in virtually all shooting situations, ranging from nighttime to bright daylight scenes and from low-angle to high-angle shooting. And, it lets you share the fun of viewing images with family and friends.
- Extended Battery Life
- The energy-saving Venus Engine HD II image processing engine and the efficient, rechargeable lithium-ion battery - which has been slimmed down to fit into thinner camera bodies - work together to extend the shooting time of the DMC-TS2. This lets users take approximately 360 shots on a single battery charge.
- 3 Aspect Ratios
- The aspect ratio for the DMC-TS2 can be easily selected from 16:9 wide, 3:2 and conventional 4:3 to shoot in the framing aspect that best suits the photo's composition or purpose of use. The 16:9 ratio gives images that match the aspect ratio of an HDTV screen.
- Slideshows
- The DMC-TS2 can play a slideshow with music. Choose from 4 types of music: Natural, Slow, Swing and Urban. Then, select the transition effect to match your music. You can also use the optional RP-CDHM15/CDHM30 mini HDMI cable to connect the camera to an HDTV for breathtaking, large-screen viewing. For musical slideshows created with the included PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition, you can choose your favorite iTunes music file as background music and burn it onto a DVD disc as a MPEG2 file. It is also possible to upload the slideshow to YouTube.
- Title Edit / Text Stamp
- The Title Edit function in the playback mode lets you edit the titles of any photos you want. You can also enter your destination and travel date into the Travel Mode in advance, or enter the birth date and name of your subject in the Baby Mode or Pet Mode. The title, date of travel information, name, age based on the birth date, and date of shooting are displayed during playback, and can be printed on photos.
- Clipboard
- The Clipboard function is incredibly handy for the maps and time schedules that are so important when traveling. By snapping photos of them and adding them to the clipboard, you can retrieve them instantly with the Mode Dial. Because it takes a little time to retrieve images from an SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card, the images are stored in their own special folders in the built-in memory.
- PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition
- The latest version of exciting software PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition comes bundled with the DMC-TS2. With quick start-up and fast read-in of images, the PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition makes it possible to sort and organize photos not only of those newly taken but also of those stored in your computer. The Face Recognition function recognizes the faces in the image to automatically sort the photos by the registered faces, without necessitating picking out each photo one by one when you only want images of a specific person. You can also enjoy slideshows with a variety of effects and use your iTunes music library as background music and burn it onto a DVD disc in MPEG2. Motion images can be uploaded directly to YouTube using the built-in YouTube uploader even in HD (High Definition) quality. It also lets you create a 360-degree rotation panorama file in MOV, which is especially easy if Panorama Assist Mode in the camera is used. The software is of course compatible with the Windows 7. Experience and feel the outstanding benefits of the PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition. It will allow you to view, edit and archive your captured photos and motion images with greater ease and fun.
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 14.1 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 14.5 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.33" Primary Color Filter |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: MJPEG, MPEG-4 AVCHD |
| Max Resolution | 14MP: 4320 x 3240 @ 4:3 |
| Other Resolutions |
10MP: 3648 x 2736 @ 4:3 7MP: 3072 x 2304 @ 4:3 5MP: 2560 x 1920 @ 4:3 3MP: 2048 x 1536 @ 4:3 0.3MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3 12.5MP: 4320 x 2880 @ 3:2 9MP: 3648 x 2432 @ 3:2 6MP: 3072 x 2048 @ 3:2 4.5MP: 2560 x 1712 @ 3:2 2.5MP: 2048 x 1360 @ 3:2 0.3MP: 640 x 424 @ 3:2 10.5MP: 4320 x 2432 @ 16:9 7.5MP: 3648 x 2056 @ 16:9 5.5MP: 3072 x 1728 @ 16:9 3.5MP: 2560 x 1440 @ 16:9 2MP: 1920 x 1080 @ 16:9 0.2MP: 640 x 360 @ 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
Leica DC Vario-Elmar, 10 elements in 8 groups 5 Aspheric, 1 ED EFL: 4.9-22.8 mm (35mm equivalent: 28-128 mm) Aperture: f/3.3 (W) - 5.9 (T) to f/18 |
| Zoom |
Optical: 4.6x Digital: 4x |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 0.98' (30 cm) - Wide Macro: 1.97" (5 cm) - Tele Macro: 11.81" (30 cm) - |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 80-1600 (High Sensitivity Mode: Auto, 1600-6400) |
| Shutter |
8 - 1/1300 seconds 15 - 60 seconds in Starry Sky Mode |
| Exposure Metering | Multi |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Program Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Halogen, Manual |
| Burst Rate |
Up to 1.8 fps at 14 MP for up to 3 frames Up to 6 fps at 3 MP Up to 10 fps at 3 MP |
| Self Timer | 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Remote Control | None |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Off, Slow Sync, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 0.98 - 16.73' (0.3 - 5.1 m) Telephoto: 0.98 - 9.19' (0.3 - 2.8 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 40MB |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Limited by Memory Card Capacity |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Mono |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Screen | 2.7" LCD (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 HDMI A (Full Size) DC Input Viera Link |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | ID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 3.6VDC, 940mAh |
| AC Power Adapter | AC Adapter (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.91 x 2.48 x 0.96" / 99.31 x 62.99 x 24.38 mm |
| Weight | 0.37 lb / 168 g (Camera only) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 120 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (104)
- Large clear LCD (43)
- Functional (42)
- Compact (41)
- Great resolution (40)
Cons
- Limited zoom (15)
- No viewfinder (13)
- Short battery life (9)
- Lag / shutter delay (6)
- Poor in low light (6)
Best Uses
- Travel (60)
- Sports/action (42)
- Family photos (39)
- Video (29)
- Snorkeling (28)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (48), Photo enthusiast (42), Semi-pro photographer (21), Pro photographer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (76), Yes (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
Stellar ... but not without flaws.
A little background: I've looked around for a while for a decent rugged camera. I've played with a bunch of the Olympus Stylus Tough cameras, but their general photographic quality was so awful that...Read complete review
A little background: I've looked around for a while for a decent rugged camera. I've played with a bunch of the Olympus Stylus Tough cameras, but their general photographic quality was so awful that I preferred just keeping my old point and shoot in a mini pelican case and avoiding water. This camera's photographic quality and size (when compared to the Canon option) was just enough to take the plunge.
Overall, I'm very impressed and pleased with the purchase.
----The BAD-----
- No lens cap: Seriously? Really? Did someone think this made ANY sense? The decision to omit a lens cap/shutter is beyond me. When in wet environments you have to find something dry to wipe the lens. When it's in your pocket you're worried about scratching it up. I use an old Oakley sunglasses bag to store the camera ... which is a little silly for a "rugged" camera. This strikes me as the camera's biggest flaw.
-The second major issue is lens flare. Any direct sunlight fogs, flares, and totally kills image quality. Seeing that this is going to be used outside a lot ... it's annoying. It's easy to fix by using your other hand as a shade, but I use this climbing, etc... where one-handed operation is important. Most of the time though these are actions shots and the flare can add to the photo, so it's not a game killer.
- Connections: Doesn't use a mini USB port, which is common among many cameras and is just a small annoyance.
-Manual Controls?: doesn't seem that manual controls are a strong point of this camera, but I haven't cracked open the user manual ...
-Card formatting: Another BIG little issue is when a non formatted card is put in the camera, the camera just says something like "This card isn't setup for this camera." Leaving you to think that you're pretty much SOL....It doesn't ask if you want to format. Which is just dumb. You just have to dismiss the error and find the format card option, which is buried a bit in menus. Just one of those things though. I may have read a review here on someone who was livid because on their honeymoon they got this error and were unable to find the format card option, or just took the message on face value. This was the only MAJOR user interface issue that I have found so far.
----The GOOD----
- Battery Life: 3 solid days of canyoneering in Zion National Park with VERY frequent use didn't even bring the charge down to 50% ... good enough for me!
-Image quality: Pretty great given the camera's niche.
-Menus/Easy of Operation: I found this camera to be very intuitive. I always want the macro/flash settings easily accessible and they are! There is also this "Quick menu" or something which presents many of the cameras options in a very compact menu which I'm very impressed with.
-Video: Has some ADVHACQWERTY super video which I'm sure is cool, but is useless to me as you need some crazy super viewer to use it ... the MPEG quality is stellar for my needs. Even in low light. I use a 8GB card so file size isn't a big deal.
-The little LED light is kinda cool ...
- It's waterproof! I find myself doing stupid things like dropping it into puddles just cause i can and stuff like that. It's pretty awesome. I forgot I had the camera in my pocket and rappelled straight into a pool of water: no big deal. I've stood (or at least tried to) under 100ft+ waterfalls to see what kind of pictures / video would come out of it. It's just fun to have another option and a new world of photography to explore.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Hate it, don't buy
After my CanonSX200 got stolen and I read a lot of positive reviews I thought I'd give this unit a try. After all a little ruggedization certainly wouldn't hurt what with my children using it...Read complete review
After my CanonSX200 got stolen and I read a lot of positive reviews I thought I'd give this unit a try. After all a little ruggedization certainly wouldn't hurt what with my children using it ... going to the beach .... playing in the snow etc. And I've used Panasonic Video gear for years. All very good.
Anyway it arrived. It is rugged. I hoped that as I got used to the operation my pictures would improve. But no. The more I use it the more I hate it. The menu system is stupid, the auto settings (which is all it has) are awkward and don't produce good results. ( bearing in mind I wanted an Auto camera for snaps!). The images produced in good light are average at best, and almost unviewable if theyr'e taken in even slightly low light. The camera throws itself to a security camera looking ISO of 1600 at the slightest opportunity. (yes you can restrict it to 800, but the pis are still sub-par).
The best images it can produce (ie focussed and exposed at ISO100) are still horrid to look at. Fuzzy ... harsh ...
Buy a Canon ... any of my pics going back to my cheapest Canon point and shoot are nicer to look at than what comes out of this thing.
Now I'm toting around a heavy dSLR and lenses until I can replace the 'snap' camera. Maybe an iPhone 4 ... the examples I've seen from then beat the pants off this. Wish someone would steal it.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- Poor Image Quality
- Poor Image Stabilization
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I purchased the camera on 5/30/11 and it's back to the manufacturer on 8/15/11 because the camera won't power up (turn on!). After taking it to Hawaii and having it produce reasonably good pictures both at the beach and underwater, you could see a haze start to develop on the viewfinder, resulting in hazy or cloudy photos. This haziness came and went for the next week, then stopped. When I returned home, I noticed that camera wouldn't power up. I sent it back to Panasonic and am awaiting news on its repair or replacement. I think that this camera and similar have poorly constructed water seals, so that regardless of who is using it, it will eventually fail. I'm saying this because I also have an Olympus All Weather (1050 SW), and it has not had these kinds of problems.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
My husband and I bought the DMC-TS2 on recommendation from my uncle to take on our honeymoon to Jamaica. It was GREAT! We took it snorkeling, swimming, and kayaking. We didn't even have to worry about protecting it during the afternoon rain storms. The only time we got a fuzy picture was when we didn't wipe the salt water off the lenz. I can't imagine taking any other camera with us.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
It's a great waterproof camera! It's easy to use and have a great zoom.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Used this camera on a recent vacation to Hawaii. It took really GREAT photos as well as video. It did wonderful underwater. I followed the easy directions for after care in water and was SO easy. LOVE THIS LIL CAMERA!!!
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Incredible camera. Amazing technology crammed into this wee beastie. Lag time can be a pain and predicting your images can be hit and miss. Play with the functions, switch certain functions on and off and it can be sped up. Great in bright light, struggles with flash and speed in the dark. Under water amazing. Again, work with the settings. There's one in there to make it work really well! So many features. Incredible video. You can take this camera anywhere. 14.1mp, creates press quality images. Vivid colour and incredibly sharp Leica lens.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I have taken this camera to the springs three times and I love it. The pictures are fantastic, although they come out best when there's natural sunlight shining down. You have to load the CD to enable to video, and it takes some steps to upload the videos to places like FaceBook, but the videos come out clear and really nice.
I did buy a floating handle in case I drop it. The battery comes with the camera, but the card doesn't, so you'll need to buy that separately.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I had the DMC-TS1 and really liked it. I am going to take a trip this summer and wanted to up grade to the newer model. So far I really like it. It is easy to use, takes nice pictures and is more waterproof and rugged than the original.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I'm by no means a technical guru, but I bought this camera for an offshore fishing trip as well as the many camping/offroading trips I take every year. So far, I have ZERO complaints, it's takes fast clear pictures and I'm not worried about the toughness of the camera. It's sturdy, but not bulky and still fits in the back pocket of my jeans with no problems.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Swimming Pool
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I had this camera for about two weeks ago and have shot over 1000 photos and 3 hours of video in and out of the water. I did some shallow dives in a spring and the pictures and video was amazing!! I've got 2 kids and it takes great pictures having the stabilizer cause they can't keep still. I did some 16x24 photos of the kids which are in there rooms and around the house. The HDMI is amazing to show off the camera's slideshow, music and collage.
I would defiantly recommend this camera to be the best all around camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I am a fisheries technician in Alaska so this camera is mostly for work. The camera withstands all elements--rain, cold, dust, and bouncing around. I have not used this camera underwater yet but I am sure it will exceed my expectations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
- Little on the large side
- Noisy photos
- Shutter button is cheapy
Best Uses
- Bright sunny days
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Bought this for a trip to jamaica where i knew it would get wet and go underwater. I wanted something that i could turn on, push the button and get a good photo. this is not the one. The sunny day beach photos were fine. Any cloud cover or shade and the photos are very noisy. underwater photos were average, about 1/3 that i took out of a few hundred were actually keepable. it did hold up to the elements though, mud, water, ect... friend of mine went with me and just bought the sony tx10. it's nearly half the size, all the photos were leaps and bounds above the ts2 quality. only reason i didn't buy the tx10 was because all the settings are touchscreen and i figured it would be hard to see it out in the sunlight and the screen might not work well underwater but it was fine and easy to use. for $30 more. get the tx10. i sent the ts2 back to exchange for the sony tx10.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Picture Quality
Cons
- Leaks
Best Uses
- Beaches
- Boating sailing
- Snorkeling
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Used the camera for snorkeling. Didn't go more than 6 feet deep. Very happy with picture quality and ease of use. Took great care not to let anything on the seals. Only changed battery in the room and followed instructions to preserve the seals. Water still got in. I was able to exchange it for the same camera and getting the waterproof housing for it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
- Lake
- Swimming Pool
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Very rugged, handy and convenient, yet yielding excellent photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
- Leaks
- Too Heavy
Best Uses
- Snorkeling
- Swimming Pool
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
was a great little camera until I took it diving and it flooded at 15ft in under 10 minutes, even though it is rated to 33feet. Had good picture output in the times I used it before it flooded on me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
Best Uses
- Snorkeling
- Swimming Pool
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Used the TS2 on a recent trip to Cozumel. Had no problem in or out of the water. The underwater shots were as good as could be expected form a point and shoot
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Just bought this camera for a week trip to the Everglades. Haven't used it underwater yet, but land pictures are crisp and colors are sharp.
Menus are easy to navigate, similar to my previous Panasonic TZ1.
Remember that this camera is designed to work underwater so the zoom is not as large as other non-underwater cameras.
Can't give it 5 stars until I see how long the battery lasts with underwater use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
- Lake
- Swimming Pool
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I bought this camera for a trip I took with my wife and son to visit family in the Philippines. It works great. We also have a non-waterproof Panasonic camera that works better in low light, but that's to be expected because this one's lens is much smaller. But in clear water it works fantastic. In the ocean, there are too many particulates to get clear pictures at more than 3' away. I'm very happy to have bought this camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
Easy to use, small and lite !!!
Very good !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Image Quality
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I work as a carpenter in theatrical scene shops and have used this camera to take pictures while working, snowboarding in Colorado, randomly around the house, to sell my car, and while playing dodgeball. It hasn't let me down once. Impact/water/dust resistance are all great. Images are great. It is easy to use; I have no complaints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
- Kayaking
- Lake
- Ocean
- Snorkeling
- Snowboarding
- Swimming Pool
- Traveling
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Blue):
I am a swimmer and a traveler and have been thinking about getting a waterproof camera for over two years. On my last trip to BraziI I was around water (the ocean, tropical rain storms, waterfalls, streams, mangrove swamp, etc.) the entire time and my former camera was in constant danger of getting wet. The day after I arrived home I bought the Panasonic TS2 and find that it fulfills my needs for both waterproofness and compactness (easily fits into my pocket) along with the shockproof protection it offers and its dust proof design.
I love the ease of use, clear pictures it takes, and its video capabilities. I do not like being without a camera and I am worry-free about carrying my TS2 wherever I go. I have always had great experiences with Panasonic products and only wish the company made a car.
The one thing I would recommend is getting a clear plastic cover to protect the LCD screen from being scratched.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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