Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow)
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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 36 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
91%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (28)
- Large clear LCD (17)
- Good battery life (16)
- Compact (14)
- Fast shutter speed (14)
Cons
- Poor image quality (5)
- Short battery life (4)
- Poor in low light (3)
Best Uses
- Travel (22)
- Family photos (19)
- Sports/action (16)
- Video (16)
- Low light (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (15), Photo enthusiast (14), Pro photographer (4), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (21)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great camera, for its intended use.
I recently bought this camera for a family vacation to Cancun, Mexico. My primary camera is a Nikon digital SLR. It is important to note that this type of camera will not compete with...Read complete review
I recently bought this camera for a family vacation to Cancun, Mexico. My primary camera is a Nikon digital SLR. It is important to note that this type of camera will not compete with the SLR for performance and image quality. As for fun, well that's a different story. I have had the camera for a few weeks now and have taken it to the water slides as well as Cancun. I throw it in my pocket and hang out in the pool or film video going down a slide. It turns on quickly and focuses quickly too. Pictures are very good but it does have a few duds now and then. We went snorkeling as well and I was able to take a lot of underwater video and pictures. I never got my other camera's too close to the water so it's really cool seeing the kids from water level or below. We reviewed the pictures and the video and the quality is very good. One feature I like is auto lighting when shooting video. I started a video above water level in the pool and lowered the camera under water and the light came on immediately and helped with the image quality (provided you're within a few feet of the subject). I use a 16 GB class 6 SDHC card which works very well. It gives us plenty of video and picture capacity for a weeks worth of travel. I like the camera very much.
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Most Liked Negative Review
14 Megapixels not so good
When I purchased a 14 megapixel camera I expect to get a better image quality than a 9 megapixel. I purchased a Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 so I could take photographs underwater to 10 meters deep...Read complete review
When I purchased a 14 megapixel camera I expect to get a better image quality than a 9 megapixel. I purchased a Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 so I could take photographs underwater to 10 meters deep and use it in adverse weather conditions. Excited to upgrade to 14 megapixels I was disappointed when I compared side by side with my Fuji Finepix E900. I programmed both cameras at 80 ISO placed them on tripods next to each other and shot the same scenes. Although on the LED the Lumix looked better when I downloaded both camera's images and brought them up in Photoshop the Panasonic had halos around the high contrast areas such as a pine needle or leaf against the sky. Even the resolution in the continuous tone areas were not up to par with the Fuji E900. Do not buy the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 for anything more than underwater photography. Have a back up fair weather camera for landscapes and portraits even if the fair weather camera has 5 million fewer pixels.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good pictures
- Tough
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
- Not GREAT pictures
- Not the best interface
- Too many useless configs
Best Uses
- Beach
- Camping
- Diving
- Skiing
- Snorkeling
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I bought this to ski and to take to the beach.
Its very tough, seems unbreakable. The rubber protection that comes with it is very useful.
But its a very compact camera, with small lenses, so you cant expect awsome quality on your pictures. But it does perform very well, despite the size.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
- Snorkeling
- Swimming Pool
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I am not a professional photographer, however this camera it is easy to use and I am very happy with the picture quality. I also have used this camera to take a video of my kids playing in the snow great quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
- Underwater review screen
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
Takes decent pics, is fast and easy to manage. Haven't taken it underwater yet though...
Have to say the screen that pops up everytime you turn it on to "review" underwater precautions is extremely annoying.
Other than that, is great.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Depth Range
- Water-tight Seals
Cons
Best Uses
- At the river
- Beach
- In the boat
- Snorkeling
- Trampoline
- Water skiing
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
takes very quick clear photos,water proof, HD recording, super simple to use, easy to transfer the data onto the computer, great for wakeboarding, snow skiing, in the boat, at the beach, dont have to warry about it breaking.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
Best Uses
- Never paddle without it
- Ocean
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
As a professional of 25yrs I had always meant to buy a little "snappy" to have on my belt but never bothered as I didn't think the quality was acceptable.. after seeing several people on the beach (where I mostly work) with the waterproof TS2 I thought it might be handy .. the camera has more than impressed me & is now a constant companion I have actually purchased 3(2 as gifts)the shockproof & waterproof design make this the perfect go anywhere camera when you don't want to carry the heavy DSLR's. For what it is & how it performs this is one of the best value buys available today!
- 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 (Yellow):
I have shot some images and videos under the water.
it is A shock & water proof camera, so I carry this to fishing, camping, beach.
nice color so easy to find in the nature even if you lost.
easy operation too.
the only complain is the camera doesn't have regular USB port, so you have to use special type of USB cable provided by PANASONIC(included in the box)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
Cons
- Complicated Controls
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I was looking for a camera that could go a lot of places. Owned a Canon ELPH 1000. Great camera, but I was always worried about it. Went diving in the Bahamas and wanted to take a camera snorkling. So I seached between the Olympus 8010 and the TS2. Decided to go with the TS2 based on price and other reviews. I am not a photographer, even on an amature basis, but I wanted a camera that was able to use quickly, easy to carry and store and took great pictures Everyone one with these big SLRs seems like a waste for what I wanted. I don't want to have to lug 20 lbs of camera around disneyland. I wanted one to pull out of my pocket quickly, take the shot, and put it away. My kids move to fast to wait to pull a big camera out etc.
Pros: Starts quick. Can zoom while taking video. (That's a great feature they never advertise, but once you have it you can't get away from it.) Comes with Silicon Skin which is great for grip and so it doesn't slide around.
Cons: Takes good pictures and video. But so far, I wouldn't say "great pictures". Menus are mostly easy to use, but not quite as intuative as they could be. Not "crush proof". It is shock proof for drops, but not crush proof.
We are testing this camera out to see if my father in law can take it to climb Mt Everest.
So far I like this camera. I would rate it a 8.5 out of Ten. Still early on.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Battery Life
- Great Resolution
- High def video
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
High quality portable compact takes incredibly sharp pictures, high def video, rugged casing and waterproof to 33 feet. Great allrounder and perfect for travelling. Only possible downside is that it's a little chunky but I'm really picking holes here.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fast Moving Subjects
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
We bought this camera because it promised to be durable, waterproof and dust proof. It wore well in the dusty northern Nevada desert and proved right on all counts. If you take the time to familiarize yourselves with the basic instructions and functions, you'll find that figuring things out to be quite intuitive. The 32G SD card was more than enough to shoot high quality video and thousands of photos (many over 10 megapixels) at the Burning Man event. Its size made it unobtrusive and we could take professional grade photos in poor light conditions, without a harsh flash. Numerous features to discover, topped off by an unexpectedly good optical zoom. Great value on a camera we don't think will be obsolete in five years.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I bought this camera mainly it's waterproof for my trip to Hawaii (which hasn't happened yet). I wasn't expecting it would take nice pictures just like other cameras that aren't waterproof but I was impressed. Night shots are not the best, but definitely capture the essential. The pictures have great colors and are very vivid. I would definitely recommend.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
So far, so good. I've only had the camera for a about a week, but already, it's been awesome. I love the download option of "email" so that you don't crash somebody's inbox. I've only just started ot explore all the options - hope to take video this weekend.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
it's a no-fuse camera, good for simple and fast capturing of moments.
i bought this for 2 reasons: 1) it's weatherproof 2) it has a diving housing.
as expected, the camera is able to take photos in the pool, at the beach, etc. there's no worry about camera malfunctioning in the midst of fun.
and with its casing, i can now dive with the camera. pic quality is so-so, but it's my first time taking underwater photographer, and i'd think that i need more practice...and the fact that it does not have a protruding lenses, you won't get the problem of lens shadow...and after 2 dives of about 20m, i still have good battery life :)
overall, it's a good camera based on my first time use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Resolution
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Motorcycle riding
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I haven't had it in water yet. But I love this camera!. It is so simple to use and the pictures are fantastic. The color and resolution can't be beat. The controls are easy and spaced further apart than most cameras this size. It is easy even with my arthritic fingers. The only negative is the battery life. (Although I was playing around with it testing it quite a bit.)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good in Low Light
- Great HD video recording
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
This camera has it all, as simple as that.
Sharp images in photographing, good wide angle / tele (also in video recording).
It's also very stilish.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Good even for advanced
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Scuba
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
This camera is used with a underwater housing to Scuba dive with, it takes wonderful pictures as well as great HD video. With the software provided, you can edit still pictures even from the video, wonderful! The color even without a strobe was fantastic for a point and shoot. We will buy another after the first of the year, can't wait until next dive trip, this trip took video of whale sharks super!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- UNDERWATER
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
The best underwater camera. I had others, but this one is awesome!! I would buy this product again and again !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Poor Image Quality
- Poor Image Stabilization
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
Bought this for a two week vacation to Hawaii. The pictures of course were not as good as my slr but I would hope everyone would know that anyway. At first i was happy with the camera but after a few days(4) I was getting condensation on the lense. This made everything look foggy. After drying out of course it left water spots on the inside. Also it was not that easy to use underwater when snorkeling just wouldnt focus very well. Panasonic did tell me they would send me a new camera but who knows. I went with this one instead of the Olympus, bad call I guess.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
Cons
- Poor Image Quality
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Video
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
This thing is tough. It feels solid and I feel very comfortable letting my kids play with it. My 4 year old figured out how to shoot pictures or movies and review captures in minutes.
Shutter lag is acceptable. I like the colors it renders. the 'natural' setting appeals to me. menu system is simple and intuitive. Movies look great (mac users may have decoding/editing issues with avchd lite)
It does not have the best image quality. The flash is weak. I find taking potraits at the widest setting at about 2 feet away provides the sharpest shots. Under ideal conditions you can get really nice images but compared to my other canon point and shoots it falls short. It is chunky and not the most pocketable.
But my other canon died under abuse and my slr is there for quality images. So for me I am happy over all with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Battery Life
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I've been using it as a carry around p&s along with some video. It's super easy to use and I don't have to worry if my 2 year old picks it up and plays with it. I can use it for sport and activities all year round, no matter what the weather is like. A friend is using one of these for pov video footage that rivals any of the purpose made pov cameras, but has the advantage of being a great still camera as well. I haven't found anything I don't like about it yet.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Digital Camera (Yellow):
I am very happy with this Lumix camera. I can go swimming with it and not worry anymore about the camera since it is also shock proof. It also takes the photo quickly, much faster that other digital cameras in this class. It is easy to use which is a big plus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Brush
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- CD-ROM
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