For me, this the BEST travel camera. I am a Pentax DSLR user, and a a GRii user. among others. This camera is just amazing. ( Mine is the Leica C-Lux) basically very similar.
I cant decied between this and sony rx100 vii or the canon 7 or 5 mark... habe you tried them? I want it for family life and vacations... which one has the best scene modes?
I have been searching for a new camera and was really hesitating to make the splurge to get this one. Your review not only confirmed my positive thoughts but really allayed my negative concerns, especially with regard to low light shots. The SNAP approach you present is absolutely brilliant and has helped me select this camera over the Canon Powershot G7 Mark II. Brilliant review, thanks!
same for me Nicholas... sealed the deed for me! Travelling in a couple of weeks... went out and purchased yesterday... I just need a crash course in driving it! lol. I don't think its difficult... it's more my ability to retain instructions. Excited though :-)
Any noticeable improvements over the TZ100/ZS100? Same sensor, slightly better battery life and 5x more zoom as far as I can tell. Anything else? I wonder if its worth upgrading.
Great review. Many years ago I was looking for a compact just to keep in my bag. There was only 2 things it had to have - 1 a fast start up, and 2 a decent optical zoom. I bought the Lumix ZS8, and have never regretted it. It's been a great little camera and is still going strong. I think Panasonic Lumix is the unsung hero of the compact camera world. Looking at this review, it might be time to upgrade.
I really like the look of this, especially with the zoom! I just have a weird fixation on Sony cameras after my a7 iii despite hating their menus. But nothing can compare in versatility at this price and size it seems
You should also indicate the focal lens used in the photos that appear in the video, to check the zoom quality. Due to the reduced depth of field of the video images, I imagine that you have used a full frame camera. It does not add anything to see all the backgrounds out of focus in this video; you are not doing portrait! Thanks for the review.
Excelent.... you focus on the important aspects of this camera not talking so long. Moreover you take different kind of pictures and show them. Congratulations
Thanks so much for this! I think the image quality, from the images you have posted, is quite amazing for this little guy. I have to ask. Are these straight out of the camera as shot? Any processing that you did to them prior to posting them? Also, how good, or bad, is the EVF, maybe in comparison to say the Sony RX100 VI or VII? Would you prefer those Sonys overall over this Pany if you had to choose between them?? I'd really appreciate it if you could let me know, or if anyone else out there has had experience between the latest RX100's and this I would love to hear about it!!! And again, thank you!!!
Thanks for this video! What did you use to shoot it? Actually, I fully intend to use the TZ200 instead of my DSLR, because I simply no longer want to carry the latter around. Also, I have regarded this video on my laptop and I have no problem at all with the pictures at 1600 ISO. It's a really nice camera - if only the manual were better written...
@@art4kuwait There is noise present but its not bad. If you are taking long exposures shoot low iso and long shutter on tripod. I used mine for my first travel to UK and France. I came back with many great photos.
Thanks for such a great report on this camera I am still tossing up shat to go for as after my stroke I am a lot weaker on one side and finding it hard o use my Olympus OMD 5 MK II so I am hunting for something I can replace it with within reasonable price limited been looking at the TZ110 , TZ220, LX10 and the LX100 boy oh boy oh through the Canon g7x MK II as well. What do you think also what is that red strap you have the camera attached to looks perfect as will rest my hands for a while stay safe see ya
I have this camera, but believe it is the 202? Maybe that's the European number? It's wonderful for travel. I put it in my backpack, a guidebook and a bottle of water and I'm good for a day out on the city. Impressive images for such a small camera.
Just watch your review. This camera being 6 years old is still available on the market unlike the Sony RX. Any issues during your entire ownership? Dust on sensor problems?
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that was my question too because it looks like it connects to the tripod screw at the bttm..which looks like it feels more secure than the actual strap connection. Did you ever find it?
Excellent presentation - good overview of the features and superb images! Well done.As one zooms out to maximum focal length, one can expect a decrease in image quality. On the older ZS100, image quality dropped off much more than expected. The images that you present in this video seem to maintain Image Quality pretty well as the lens zooms out. Am I correct in this? Thanks!
This is the Black Rapid Breathe Cross Shot in Orange, no longer listed by BlackRapid straps, but there are newer versions of the Breathe line available.
Hi . I really hope you can help with some advice on this camera. I didn't get a user manual with it and I cannot enable the digital zoom on the camera Ive tried in the menu but the digital zoom icon is blanked out . Sorry that im not very camera savvy but this is really bugging me. Thanks in advance
Great review! Is the Sony RX100 mark 7 worth the premium price difference considering the performance? In Croatia, the mark 7 Sony is double the price of the Panasonic and since I'm an amateur photographer and use everything in Auto 90% of the time, would the Panasonic be ok for my needs?
Thanks for this video. Panasonic has a interesting lineup or line of camera products. The menu system, 4K, Post Focus/Focus Stacking, Panasonic Touchscreen are excellent. Bridge: Hope #Panasonic #Lumix will update the FZ2000/FZ2500/FZH1. Advanced Compact 1" sensor size: All-in-on-Body - Would be very interesting if Panasonic could combine all the good features of Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 in one body and add : * Articulated TouchScreen ( Tilting or fully articulated). I think Vloggers love fully articulated. (LX10 = Yes - EVF, ZS200 = No) * EVF (LX10 = No - ZS200 = Yes) * Hotshoe ( (LX10 = No - ZS200 = No) * Mic jack (LX10 = No - ZS200 = No) * Headphones jack (LX10 = No - ZS200 = No) * Flash (LX10 = Yes - EVF, ZS200 = Yes) * Focal Length : 20mm to XXmm (FF Equivalent) - Smarphones still cannot beat digital cameras with their optics. I think the 1" sensor, compact offering opportunities to do live feed, the new Shoot+Edit_in_camera+Share (apps getting better) are a good way to put a technology gap between smartphones and digital compact cameras. The All-In-One-Body is a key. Thanks.
Great video! One note though.. I think you underestimate cell phones these days. The photos I've seen people get with the P20 Pro are outstanding. 6 seconds of long exposure handheld is no joke :)
I have the TZ100 and the TZ200 on order from Amazon.. (unavailable at the moment).. whenever the tilting screen is introduced to the TZ series.. I'll upgrade again... Cheers from Dj.
Reading all your comments, one could believe there was no serious camera before the tilting screen was introduced... Many photographers would disagree and so do I.
This could be the all-in-one-camera for a lot of photographers, but the lens should be a little brighter. I know, it's a 24-360mm but if you can't get any backround separation, it looks like an image of a smartphone just with less grain. Also the EVF is to small. My mom bought the RX100 VI because of the bigger EVF. The price of the TZ200 is unmatched, it's close to be a steal for the money, but maybe they should make it a little bit more expensive and correct the little flaws.
In Australia, this camera is still $1000 that is more than enough for a compact as far as I am concerned and do not feel they are worth that much and wonder how much the stores tack on for their percentage.
I watched the video twice and found it informative, but I still felt dissatisfied. For instance, I found that most of not all of the example pics would badly need further editing, including cropping, highlights and contrasts. Actually, I felt underwhelmed by the output of the camera as in this vid. I have been using Lumix TZ's (with smaller sensors) for many years with very good results, and just judging from the vid, this seems like a step back - and I refuse to believe that! I particularly missed a discussion of the depth of field, especially during the night shots and the portraits, as the 1-inch sensor should come into quite dramatic play. Care to comment? Thanking you in advance!
Yet you failed to mention exactly what Lumix TZ camera you were using..... I ask as I am looking to purchase a camera and this one TZ220 has been recommended to my at my local camera shop.
@@Deb.-. tz31 which works fine to this days, although it is impossible to find charging cables. tz70, that broke down very quickly due to mechanical failure, TZ 202/200 now. The 200 has a lot of annoying issues: - very sensitive to dust, I carry it around in a sealed small plastic bag at all times - autofocus often just doesn't work, very confusing menus. The camera shuts down and has to be retarted frequently. - customer service non existent/dismal. In addition, panasonic cameras have a reputation of being extremely delicate to handle, so third party shops will often refuse to even have a look at it. They prefer sturdier Canon etc. - very slow to store raw files. - electronic view finder (EVF) too small. When using the EVF, the main screen turns off - only it doesn't. It does turn black, but it is still sensitive to touch. So when using the EVF wit your left eye and you accidentally touch the main screen with your nose or cheek, it'll change options in random ways. If that happens I have to restart the camera hoping that the changes weren't "stored". - very difficult to keep the camera still with full zoom when it is windy as you won't have a good grip on it. Also don't forget that the number of pixels stored is way smaller with zoom, going from around 20MB to around 6MB fully extended. This is of course no exclusive panasonic problem but represents an issue of all compact zoom cameras. It does mean though that you can forget going for bigger prints when using your zoom.
@@Deb.-. actually when I wrote the first question, I hadn't bought it. I did buy it later, and all that became a reality. Almost every picture has to be retreated in post production. I am looking at a system camera now, and I think I need one with an optical viewfinder.
@@preferreduser6601 Thank you for both of your replies, for some reason, they didnt come up in the notifications and was just rewatching this video again. I have been told by two people now that the TZ220 here in Australia, is not that great with both people after having used them for some time but within warranty returned them with full money back. One was looking at purchasing a Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II The other person changed to a Panasonic DC-LX100 II ... she said it is much better,, her main cameras are Olympus brand and seems she is a serious photographer unlike me. At the moment I am able to perhaps purchase both 2nd hand.. either a Canon GX7 Powershot Mark II $500 or Panasonic DC-TZ90 LUMIX $350 What do you think would be better? I would appreciate your advice if you care to give it. ,,, I am such a procrastinator... my biggest downfall in life.
@@Deb.-. with my experience I'd say no to the tz 90. Incidentally, my tz 202/200 now broke down completely with the focusing and zoom process jumping back and forth. I have to get it to a specialist... Canon is generally more solid, I don't know the specific model, but I saw a very solid Power shot recently, let me check the type you mentioned.
•Does the screen have multitouch? •Can we turn off the auto-retracting of the lens? •And can we assign aperture and shutter speed and/or ISO to Fn buttons, and control those parameters by pressing a Fn button and then rotating the dial?; cause I want to use the ring for focusing
I purchased a book a PHOTOGRAPHERS GUIDE TO THE LEICA C-LUX from Barnes and Noble. It is basically the same camera. The manual that comes with the camera sucks. Check AMAZON or BARNES & NOBLE.
Sure! Remember that the Moon is bright (especially when about 50% full-full)-no need for high ISO-spot meter and experiment. And shoot RAW to help get detail in shadows and control highlights. And much better to shoot it during high pressure, in stable air. Cold, frosty night perfect. And look out for bright "super moons" too! Lots of great advice on line about exposures etc. A crescent Moon looks great because of less direct light and long shadows. You'll be fine :)
Maybe some people don't use it in dusty environments (as suggested in the user manual) or simply look after their cameras!? I have a TZ30 that is 6 years old and been all over..... (ex army) no dust issues.. at all,,,, same same for my TZ18 (in some ways better than my TZ30) my first supper-zoom from Panasonic also no dust issues and is even older. I still use both cameras and get better shots than some people with cameras with all the bells and whistles. A camera is a tool to get a picture, the picture is a result of how you use it. A good tradesman never blames their tools. There's a joke in there somewhere!?
@@GoA7250 There are some models that are real dust magnets! No matter how well you protect them. My lx100 was one of these candidates... A real panasonic issue. But MY zs 200 works just fine and doesnt have the issue. But some do...
I enjoyed your video but am puzzled and poor at maths ..OK I have a TZ10 and a TZ 30 which produces great shots .The zoom on the TZ 30 is 20x optical and that is a very old model ... The night shots here are good but can honestly say the TZ30 beats the rest which was not impressive nor as good and at the price Question .I loathe touch screen they get messy plus my finger tips are skin n grafted so not good ...for such ...Can it be turned off and controlled manually ? Also the battery .What is this this new trend I have at least 4 batteries as video eats a lot . Imagine having to charge .Would rather remove replacing with a full one and be sure of my day .... Have I missed the point with this camera ? Love panasonic but to date see nothing special .in what they are bringing out .Save for bridge cams which are too heavy to take around each day ... Like your video and welcome your feedback *
I think the noise reduction for large prints is better. I also have a TZ30 and a TZ18. In some ways the 18 is better and has an intelligent/digital zoom up to 30X zoom at a push of a button. I'm struggling to justify the upgrade to be honest. That said, the 4K photo stacking in camera looks interesting. The camera will take 49 (from memory) shots at every possible focus point and allow you to pick the shot with the exact point of focus you want or stack the pictures for an incredible depth of field. The 4K also gives you the ability to get action shots not possible with the 30. Like this: th-cam.com/video/PONhnMAD11s/w-d-xo.html
Just returned from a trip to Vietnam and Cambodia and bought this as a back up to my Canon 5D mk iv, I thought I would leave it on Auto, but for some reason it set the ISO at its highest rating of 12,500. The results are completely unusable the noise is ridiculously bad, strange thing was this was in good and poor light but it sett the shutter sped also 1/2000 sec and 1/3000 sec, so there was no need for such high ISO settings. Im only just back and now going to take the camera out for a test locally to see what was wrong. I have 2 previous TZ models very old the TZ3 and a TZ7 both produced excellent results, so I have to say I'm very disappointed
Did you end up being satisfied with the camera or not? I'm tempted by this as 1inch, good zoom and its only £350. I have an FZ330 which is equally garbage if left on auto. The image sharpening and noise reduction is a bit high even if i turn the settings to minus. It sets iso far too high. I basically have to use manual and raw with all settings at minus. It is very good if i do but i feel you should be able to be a bit more lazy with it.
U R NOT ME I feel sorry for you, spending your time on here being aggressive and nasty towards people because you haven’t got anything better to do with your life. Don’t waste your time replying to people’s comments if you’re not going to add anything of value. Use your small walnut size brain to go outside take some photographs and try enjoy life.
The strap in question is the Black Rapid Breathe Cross Shot in Orange, it is not available from BlackRapid any more but there are newer versions of the Breathe available.
Thanks for watching. Smartphone cameras are undoubtedly very handy but there's always a place for a dedicated camera. We did a quick check of phones vs Lumix to compare. At the time this camera came out (2018) the Samsung S9+ had a 12megapixel sensor (vs 20 megapixel on the TZ200) and no optical zoom which is fairly limiting. Fast forward this year (2023) the latest Samsung S23 Ultra now has four cameras including a 10x optical zoom but that is on a 10 megapixel sensor: half the resolution of the Lumix TZ200. We think there will always be space for both especially for photographers who want the image quality of a physically larger sensor in their camera, something that (for now) few smartphone makers have featured in their phone releases.
One of the better reviewers i've watched on youtube. Keep up the good work.
Couldn't have asked for a better review or a better presenter!
What a beautiful city!!
This is a well thought out and all encompassing review of this camera. Well done! 📸
Glad you enjoyed it!
For me, this the BEST travel camera. I am a Pentax DSLR user, and a a GRii user. among others. This camera is just amazing. ( Mine is the Leica C-Lux) basically very similar.
I love your compositions.Your black and whites are especially stunning.
Thank you Scot, glad you enjoyed watching.
Yes, I have the Leica C-Lux. The battery life is EXCELLENT!
Really nice videos and stills. You have a good eye for capturing the energy of street scenes. I was surprised how well the night stills came out!
Thank you so much. Everything tolled and showen in less then 10 minutes.
Our german vlogers are just talking so much with no result. :-)
I cant decied between this and sony rx100 vii or the canon 7 or 5 mark... habe you tried them? I want it for family life and vacations... which one has the best scene modes?
I have been searching for a new camera and was really hesitating to make the splurge to get this one. Your review not only confirmed my positive thoughts but really allayed my negative concerns, especially with regard to low light shots. The SNAP approach you present is absolutely brilliant and has helped me select this camera over the Canon Powershot G7 Mark II. Brilliant review, thanks!
same for me Nicholas... sealed the deed for me! Travelling in a couple of weeks... went out and purchased yesterday... I just need a crash course in driving it! lol. I don't think its difficult... it's more my ability to retain instructions. Excited though :-)
@@sue_p6035 Are you still happy with your Lumix TZ220,,, I am a little reluctant to purchase it.
Any noticeable improvements over the TZ100/ZS100? Same sensor, slightly better battery life and 5x more zoom as far as I can tell. Anything else? I wonder if its worth upgrading.
Great review.
Many years ago I was looking for a compact just to keep in my bag.
There was only 2 things it had to have - 1 a fast start up, and 2 a decent optical zoom.
I bought the Lumix ZS8, and have never regretted it. It's been a great little camera and is still going strong.
I think Panasonic Lumix is the unsung hero of the compact camera world.
Looking at this review, it might be time to upgrade.
i want to go to Malta because of this.
I really like the look of this, especially with the zoom! I just have a weird fixation on Sony cameras after my a7 iii despite hating their menus. But nothing can compare in versatility at this price and size it seems
YES!! We have to stop comparing cameras to smart phones! The latter are for tourists getting pictures. The former are for enthusiasts taking photos.
A tilt, rotating, touch screen, weatherization, faster Fstop range like F2-F11 would be stellar.
If only it has the flip screen
How's the image stabilization?
Excellent introduction…Thank You.
Thanks for watching
You should also indicate the focal lens used in the photos that appear in the video, to check the zoom quality.
Due to the reduced depth of field of the video images, I imagine that you have used a full frame camera. It does not add anything to see all the backgrounds out of focus in this video; you are not doing portrait! Thanks for the review.
Excelent.... you focus on the important aspects of this camera not talking so long. Moreover you take different kind of pictures and show them. Congratulations
Thanks so much for this! I think the image quality, from the images you have posted, is quite amazing for this little guy. I have to ask. Are these straight out of the camera as shot? Any processing that you did to them prior to posting them? Also, how good, or bad, is the EVF, maybe in comparison to say the Sony RX100 VI or VII? Would you prefer those Sonys overall over this Pany if you had to choose between them?? I'd really appreciate it if you could let me know, or if anyone else out there has had experience between the latest RX100's and this I would love to hear about it!!! And again, thank you!!!
Next on my list. Best in its class for sure....
Below the rx100 lineup
So what camera are you using to film yourself using the TZ200?
Thanks for this video! What did you use to shoot it? Actually, I fully intend to use the TZ200 instead of my DSLR, because I simply no longer want to carry the latter around. Also, I have regarded this video on my laptop and I have no problem at all with the pictures at 1600 ISO. It's a really nice camera - if only the manual were better written...
Great review. I own the previous model, TZ-110 and really enjoy using it. The quality is perfect for a travel camera.
Walking Man Video how is the noise night and indor pix
@@art4kuwait There is noise present but its not bad. If you are taking long exposures shoot low iso and long shutter on tripod. I used mine for my first travel to UK and France. I came back with many great photos.
I have a lumix lx10 and it s great in low light but is the lumix 200 the same
@@art4kuwait They are similar, just different focal lengths
Thanks for such a great report on this camera I am still tossing up shat to go for as after my stroke I am a lot weaker on one side and finding it hard o use my Olympus OMD 5 MK II so I am hunting for something I can replace it with within reasonable price limited been looking at the TZ110 , TZ220, LX10 and the LX100 boy oh boy oh through the Canon g7x MK II as well. What do you think also what is that red strap you have the camera attached to looks perfect as will rest my hands for a while stay safe see ya
Have you done a video on the 4K post focus picture stacking?
I have this camera, but believe it is the 202? Maybe that's the European number? It's wonderful for travel. I put it in my backpack, a guidebook and a bottle of water and I'm good for a day out on the city. Impressive images for such a small camera.
Just watch your review. This camera being 6 years old is still available on the market unlike the Sony RX. Any issues during your entire ownership? Dust on sensor problems?
Nice one, how is the bokeh for portrait photography?
A very good camera and great review! A real good has done sample photos!
Informative, entertaining with great images. Thanks mate awesome review.
I have shot movies hand-held with this camera (the Leica C-Lux in my case) and they are excellent.
I also have the C-Lux. Did you shoot HD or 4K?
I'm trying to decide between this and the TZ95 for a variety of holidays. Anyone got any advice which would be better for my overall needs ?
I am curious to know what you decided to buy, why, and are you happy with it? Look forward to your reply.
@@Deb.-. Hi I got a fab deal on a Panasonic FZ 2500, and it's AMAZING 😍
Lx200?
Thank you, well done
Hey! Ive been there.
Makes me want to be a cat in Valletta, Malta.
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This was a great review.
Where can I have the amazing orange stripe you using? Thank you
i wish it had a mic input, i had a question, can i feed this camera out to a capture card
What a great review.
Thanks. I have been looking for a review like this one.
This is a very good review.
Did you use a tripod for the 1/10 shutterspeed shots?
where can we get this nice orange camera strap? :)
that was my question too because it looks like it connects to the tripod screw at the bttm..which looks like it feels more secure than the actual strap connection. Did you ever find it?
Excellent presentation - good overview of the features and superb images! Well done.As one zooms out to maximum focal length, one can expect a decrease in image quality. On the older ZS100, image quality dropped off much more than expected. The images that you present in this video seem to maintain Image Quality pretty well as the lens zooms out. Am I correct in this? Thanks!
What shoulder strap are you using?
This is the Black Rapid Breathe Cross Shot in Orange, no longer listed by BlackRapid straps, but there are newer versions of the Breathe line available.
Nice review, thanks!
Panasonic refuses to give me the LX200, 😔.
Great review. Thanks
Super fotos and review!)
what about Panasonic Lumix FZ2000? which one bettter ?
what camera were they using to film you?
Thanks for posting this. Competition for my Sony RX100. What drone are you using?
No tilt for travel camera, no competition
@@shaolin95
The RX100 doesnt zoom as much. No competition indeed...
Nice review - would have liked to have seen a little more on the video, particularly the IBIS/I.S
tz200 or fz2500????
Hello good info however i do have one good question. At the end of 360mm is it possible to shoot portrait with blur background as in half body ?
No reason why you shouldn't at f5.6.
Hi . I really hope you can help with some advice on this camera. I didn't get a user manual with it and I cannot enable the digital zoom on the camera Ive tried in the menu but the digital zoom icon is blanked out . Sorry that im not very camera savvy but this is really bugging me. Thanks in advance
Get the manual online from Panasonic
One nice review. Thx.
Could not agree more!
Great review! Is the Sony RX100 mark 7 worth the premium price difference considering the performance? In Croatia, the mark 7 Sony is double the price of the Panasonic and since I'm an amateur photographer and use everything in Auto 90% of the time, would the Panasonic be ok for my needs?
Did you do any decision? I'm thinking same
would you still recommend this camera? for US$400
Absolutely!
@@WexPhotoVideowas the zs200 used to film you reviewing it??
Thanks for this video.
Panasonic has a interesting lineup or line of camera products.
The menu system, 4K, Post Focus/Focus Stacking, Panasonic Touchscreen are excellent.
Bridge: Hope #Panasonic #Lumix will update the FZ2000/FZ2500/FZH1.
Advanced Compact 1" sensor size: All-in-on-Body
- Would be very interesting if Panasonic could combine all the good features of Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 in one body and add :
* Articulated TouchScreen ( Tilting or fully articulated). I think Vloggers love fully articulated. (LX10 = Yes - EVF, ZS200 = No)
* EVF (LX10 = No - ZS200 = Yes)
* Hotshoe ( (LX10 = No - ZS200 = No)
* Mic jack (LX10 = No - ZS200 = No)
* Headphones jack (LX10 = No - ZS200 = No)
* Flash (LX10 = Yes - EVF, ZS200 = Yes)
* Focal Length : 20mm to XXmm (FF Equivalent)
- Smarphones still cannot beat digital cameras with their optics.
I think the 1" sensor, compact offering opportunities to do live feed, the new Shoot+Edit_in_camera+Share (apps getting better) are a good way to put a technology gap between smartphones and digital compact cameras.
The All-In-One-Body is a key.
Thanks.
Awesome. Great camera, review. Well shot.
what's the price like ?
Does it have Bulb mode?
any info of 120fps @ 1080p?
Great video! One note though..
I think you underestimate cell phones these days. The photos I've seen people get with the P20 Pro are outstanding. 6 seconds of long exposure handheld is no joke :)
I like my P20 Pro, but even with the color correct off it’s still doesnt give you an honest image and the zoom isnt that great.
I was really expecting a tilting LCD. Shame. Probably won't buy one after all.
Yeah I agree.. it needs the tilting screen.. they'll be holding that back for the next model.. so we all go out and buy it..
Really? Hardly a deciding factor surely.
I have the TZ100 and the TZ200 on order from Amazon.. (unavailable at the moment).. whenever the tilting screen is introduced to the TZ series.. I'll upgrade again... Cheers from Dj.
Reading all your comments, one could believe there was no serious camera before the tilting screen was introduced... Many photographers would disagree and so do I.
This could be the all-in-one-camera for a lot of photographers, but the lens should be a little brighter. I know, it's a 24-360mm but if you can't get any backround separation, it looks like an image of a smartphone just with less grain. Also the EVF is to small. My mom bought the RX100 VI because of the bigger EVF.
The price of the TZ200 is unmatched, it's close to be a steal for the money, but maybe they should make it a little bit more expensive and correct the little flaws.
In Australia, this camera is still $1000 that is more than enough for a compact as far as I am concerned and do not feel they are worth that much and wonder how much the stores tack on for their percentage.
Is it worth the £750 price tag?
I watched the video twice and found it informative, but I still felt dissatisfied. For instance, I found that most of not all of the example pics would badly need further editing, including cropping, highlights and contrasts. Actually, I felt underwhelmed by the output of the camera as in this vid. I have been using Lumix TZ's (with smaller sensors) for many years with very good results, and just judging from the vid, this seems like a step back - and I refuse to believe that! I particularly missed a discussion of the depth of field, especially during the night shots and the portraits, as the 1-inch sensor should come into quite dramatic play. Care to comment? Thanking you in advance!
Yet you failed to mention exactly what Lumix TZ camera you were using..... I ask as I am looking to purchase a camera and this one TZ220 has been recommended to my at my local camera shop.
@@Deb.-. tz31 which works fine to this days, although it is impossible to find charging cables. tz70, that broke down very quickly due to mechanical failure, TZ 202/200 now.
The 200 has a lot of annoying issues:
- very sensitive to dust, I carry it around in a sealed small plastic bag at all times
- autofocus often just doesn't work, very confusing menus. The camera shuts down and has to be retarted frequently.
- customer service non existent/dismal. In addition, panasonic cameras have a reputation of being extremely delicate to handle, so third party shops will often refuse to even have a look at it. They prefer sturdier Canon etc.
- very slow to store raw files.
- electronic view finder (EVF) too small. When using the EVF, the main screen turns off - only it doesn't. It does turn black, but it is still sensitive to touch. So when using the EVF wit your left eye and you accidentally touch the main screen with your nose or cheek, it'll change options in random ways. If that happens I have to restart the camera hoping that the changes weren't "stored".
- very difficult to keep the camera still with full zoom when it is windy as you won't have a good grip on it. Also don't forget that the number of pixels stored is way smaller with zoom, going from around 20MB to around 6MB fully extended. This is of course no exclusive panasonic problem but represents an issue of all compact zoom cameras. It does mean though that you can forget going for bigger prints when using your zoom.
@@Deb.-. actually when I wrote the first question, I hadn't bought it. I did buy it later, and all that became a reality. Almost every picture has to be retreated in post production. I am looking at a system camera now, and I think I need one with an optical viewfinder.
@@preferreduser6601 Thank you for both of your replies, for some reason, they didnt come up in the notifications and was just rewatching this video again.
I have been told by two people now that the TZ220 here in Australia, is not that great with both people after having used them for some time but within warranty returned them with full money back.
One was looking at purchasing a Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II
The other person changed to a Panasonic DC-LX100 II ... she said it is much better,, her main cameras are Olympus brand and seems she is a serious photographer unlike me.
At the moment I am able to perhaps purchase both 2nd hand.. either a
Canon GX7 Powershot Mark II $500
or
Panasonic DC-TZ90 LUMIX $350
What do you think would be better? I would appreciate your advice if you care to give it. ,,, I am such a procrastinator... my biggest downfall in life.
@@Deb.-. with my experience I'd say no to the tz 90.
Incidentally, my tz 202/200 now broke down completely with the focusing and zoom process jumping back and forth. I have to get it to a specialist...
Canon is generally more solid, I don't know the specific model, but I saw a very solid Power shot recently, let me check the type you mentioned.
•Does the screen have multitouch?
•Can we turn off the auto-retracting of the lens?
•And can we assign aperture and shutter speed and/or ISO to Fn buttons, and control those parameters by pressing a Fn
button and then rotating the dial?; cause I want to use the ring for focusing
is there a tutorial for the camera
I purchased a book a PHOTOGRAPHERS GUIDE TO THE LEICA C-LUX from Barnes and Noble. It is basically the same camera. The manual that comes with the camera sucks. Check AMAZON or BARNES & NOBLE.
Moon photography possible?
NETVO TV i've done a shot at 350mm with a little crop on mft. It should work; )
DontknowHZ no noisy image? And should I get LX200 or GX9 for learn photography n travel?
yeah, get the LX200...
Sure! Remember that the Moon is bright (especially when about 50% full-full)-no need for high ISO-spot meter and experiment. And shoot RAW to help get detail in shadows and control highlights. And much better to shoot it during high pressure, in stable air. Cold, frosty night perfect. And look out for bright "super moons" too! Lots of great advice on line about exposures etc. A crescent Moon looks great because of less direct light and long shadows. You'll be fine :)
Thanks for your fantastic and early review.Bye!
Adios!!
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Wier sehen Rim ?
Cool
TH-cam hands LOL...the bounce elbows....oldie but good for a laugh.
Too bad the focal length of your stills is not shown
Why is nobody mentioning the dust problem with these lumixes
Maybe some people don't use it in dusty environments (as suggested in the user manual) or simply look after their cameras!?
I have a TZ30 that is 6 years old and been all over..... (ex army) no dust issues.. at all,,,, same same for my TZ18 (in some ways better than my TZ30) my first supper-zoom from Panasonic also no dust issues and is even older.
I still use both cameras and get better shots than some people with cameras with all the bells and whistles.
A camera is a tool to get a picture, the picture is a result of how you use it.
A good tradesman never blames their tools.
There's a joke in there somewhere!?
@@GoA7250
There are some models that are real dust magnets! No matter how well you protect them. My lx100 was one of these candidates...
A real panasonic issue. But MY zs 200 works just fine and doesnt have the issue. But some do...
I enjoyed your video but am puzzled and poor at maths ..OK I have a TZ10 and a TZ 30 which produces great shots .The zoom on the TZ 30 is 20x optical and that is a very old model ... The night shots here are good but can honestly say the TZ30 beats the rest which was not impressive nor as good and at the price Question .I loathe touch screen they get messy plus my finger tips are skin n grafted so not good ...for such ...Can it be turned off and controlled manually ? Also the battery .What is this this new trend I have at least 4 batteries as video eats a lot . Imagine having to charge .Would rather remove replacing with a full one and be sure of my day .... Have I missed the point with this camera ? Love panasonic but to date see nothing special .in what they are bringing out .Save for bridge cams which are too heavy to take around each day ... Like your video and welcome your feedback *
I think the noise reduction for large prints is better.
I also have a TZ30 and a TZ18.
In some ways the 18 is better and has an intelligent/digital zoom up to 30X zoom at a push of a button.
I'm struggling to justify the upgrade to be honest.
That said, the 4K photo stacking in camera looks interesting.
The camera will take 49 (from memory) shots at every possible focus point and allow you to pick the shot with the exact point of focus you want or stack the pictures for an incredible depth of field.
The 4K also gives you the ability to get action shots not possible with the 30.
Like this: th-cam.com/video/PONhnMAD11s/w-d-xo.html
Just returned from a trip to Vietnam and Cambodia and bought this as a back up to my Canon 5D mk iv, I thought I would leave it on Auto, but for some reason it set the ISO at its highest rating of 12,500. The results are completely unusable the noise is ridiculously bad, strange thing was this was in good and poor light but it sett the shutter sped also 1/2000 sec and 1/3000 sec, so there was no need for such high ISO settings. Im only just back and now going to take the camera out for a test locally to see what was wrong. I have 2 previous TZ models very old the TZ3 and a TZ7 both produced excellent results, so I have to say I'm very disappointed
Did you end up being satisfied with the camera or not?
I'm tempted by this as 1inch, good zoom and its only £350.
I have an FZ330 which is equally garbage if left on auto. The image sharpening and noise reduction is a bit high even if i turn the settings to minus.
It sets iso far too high.
I basically have to use manual and raw with all settings at minus. It is very good if i do but i feel you should be able to be a bit more lazy with it.
I really like to buy this camera,but no flip up screen,for me this is big con of this camera.
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Nothing understands your porridge language! Hey militia, use this "Google translate" program!
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Nice! Sony rx100 killer!
In what way? Video continuous autofocus, slow-mo 1080P capture (not to mention HFR), frame rate, faster lens, more useable zoom range?
yes
and don't forget OVERHEATING!!!!!
You can buy two RX100s for price of this though and have change. Is it worth it?
U R NOT ME I feel sorry for you, spending your time on here being aggressive and nasty towards people because you haven’t got anything better to do with your life. Don’t waste your time replying to people’s comments if you’re not going to add anything of value. Use your small walnut size brain to go outside take some photographs and try enjoy life.
Maybe the next camera will have USB-C
Can you give info on the orange camera leash?
The strap in question is the Black Rapid Breathe Cross Shot in Orange, it is not available from BlackRapid any more but there are newer versions of the Breathe available.
i am maltese :)
the LX10 is a much better device than the TZ100 and 200...
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It's pretty much obselete now with the rise of smartphone cameras!
Thanks for watching. Smartphone cameras are undoubtedly very handy but there's always a place for a dedicated camera. We did a quick check of phones vs Lumix to compare. At the time this camera came out (2018) the Samsung S9+ had a 12megapixel sensor (vs 20 megapixel on the TZ200) and no optical zoom which is fairly limiting.
Fast forward this year (2023) the latest Samsung S23 Ultra now has four cameras including a 10x optical zoom but that is on a 10 megapixel sensor: half the resolution of the Lumix TZ200.
We think there will always be space for both especially for photographers who want the image quality of a physically larger sensor in their camera, something that (for now) few smartphone makers have featured in their phone releases.
..?.. It is very tiring to watch you fighting with the 'fokin' orange safety harness! Yeah, Matt... Why?..
Worse than the older one
hardly...
Great review. Thanks