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Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle

This item may currently be in stock at your local warehouse for immediate purchase at a cash and carry price. Specifications: Effective Pixels: 14.1 MP 1/2.33” MOS Sensor Lens Specifications: 10x Optical zoom lens (25-250mm) 4x Digital zoom (40x total zoom) LCD Monitor: 3.0” TFT LCD (460,000 dot) Motion Video Quality: 1080p Full HD Video at 30fps Image Stabilization: MEGA O.I.S. ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 Images Per Battery Charge: Approx. 250 shots Dimensions: W 3.9” x H 2.4” x D 0.9” Weight: Approx. 4.7 oz. Storage Media: SD / SDHC / SDXC Features: 10x Optical Zoom in a Slim Body - The DMC-SZ7 features a powerful 10x optical zoom lens (35mm camera equivalent: 25-250mm). This gives you highly natural expressions from people and animals that you can't get close to. And its slim, compact body can easily go wherever you go – for both everyday snapshots and traveling. In addition, this single camera lets you record 10x optical zoom in video recording. 20x iA Zoom (Intelligent Zoom) - The iA Zoom (Intelligent Zoom) is an extensive zoom function using digital zoom, however, you can even draw the subject 2x closer than the original optical zoom with minimum deterioration of image quality thanks to the Intelligent Resolution technology. This means the 10x optical can virtually extend to 20x equivalent. 25mm Ultra Wide-angle Lens - The 25mm ultra wide-angle lens has about twice the shooting area as a standard 35mm lens. This enhances all kinds of shooting situations, like when you're photographing a group of people at an indoor party or shooting a large structure or sweeping landscape while traveling. New LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR Lens System - The new high-quality LEICA DC lens system is even more versatile with 25mm ultra wide-angle to powerful 10x optical zoom (35mm camera equivalent: 25-250mm). Comprising 9 elements in 7 groups including 4 aspherical lenses with 6 aspherical surfaces, adoption of ultra thin lens for its new structure optical system makes the unit's overall length short to fit in the slim body despite its versatile zoom range from ultra wide to telephoto. Passing Leica's stringent standards, the DMC-SZ7 boasts exceptional optical performance with stunning clarity with minimum distortion and flare. MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) - The MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) compensates for the blurring caused by hand-shake. Even slight hand-shake movement is accurately detected by a sampling frequency of 4,000 times per second, and compensated to produce sharp, clear images. 14.1-megapixel MOS Sensor - The DMC-SZ7 features the 14.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor that boasts high-speed signal output and high-sensitivity image recording for making many advanced features possible. It also allows shooting images up to ISO3200 in full resolution. Venus Engine - The DMC-SZ7's Venus Engine has quad-CPUs for processing large amount of full HD data at high-speed. At the same time, the multi-task image-processing engine, the Venus Engine realizes a super-fast response time. Intelligent Noise Reduction System - The excellent S/N ratio of MOS sensor and the Intelligent Noise Reduction system in the Venus Engine makes both photo and video shot at any sensitivity from low to high boast outstanding clearness. HDR - The DMC-SZ7 integrates HDR (High Dynamic Range) in the iA Mode. Two images consecutively shot at different exposure levels are overlaid to produce a single composite picture without whiteout (over-exposure) or blackout (under-exposure). 1920 x 1080 Full HD Video in AVCHD Format / MP4 Format - The DMC-SZ7 is an advanced photographic tool for recording not only great photos but also beautiful full HD 1,920 x 1,080 videos in AVCHD (MPEG-4 / H.264) format / MP4 format. The AVCHD format excels in the compatibility with AV equipment like HDTVs or Blu-ray Disc™ players. The MP4 format has higher compatibility with computers. High-quality Sound - The videos come with the high-quality stereo sound of Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator, to offer highly realistic sound to the motion images. The stereo microphone also comes with zoom noise reduction system. MP4 Format Recording - The MP4 format is suitable for editing videos on a computer or uploading those to websites. The DMC-SZ7 can record 1,920 x 1,080 full HD videos at 30p (NTSC). Panorama Shot - Panorama makes it possible to shoot a horizontal / vertical panoramic image with consequent shots taken by overlaying the previous image. 10 fps with 14.1-megapixel Full Resolution - The DMC-SZ7 can fire off up to approx. 10 fps in 14.1-megapixel full resolution. Great for capturing fast subject motion, such as sports scenes or animals. Intelligent Burst Mode - The Intelligent Burst Shooting is available on the DMC-SZ7. It automatically sets the frame rate of burst shooting according to the subject's movement – whether it moves fast or slow – utilizing the mechanism of Intelligent ISO Control Face Detection - Face Detection AF/AE - The Face Detection function detects faces anywhere in the frame and automatically chooses the optimal focus and exposure. The Face Detection also features the Digital Red-eye Correction (Red-eye Removal) in photo recording. LUMIX Image Uploader - You can upload images to Facebook™ (photos) and YouTube™ (videos) with simple operation. Large, 3.0-inch, 460,000-dot - The DMC-SZ7 has a 3.0-inch 460,000-dot LCD with a 100% field of view. LUMIX's acclaimed Intelligent LCD function also automatically adjusts the brightness in 11 steps according to shooting conditions. It lets you share the fun of viewing images with family and friends, too. What’s Included: Panasonic LUMIX SZ7 Digital Camera Battery Pack AC Adapter USB Cable Hand Strap CD-ROM Bonus Kit: 4GB SDHC Memory Card; Panasonic Lumix Camera Case Model: DMC-SZ7K
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Customer Reviews for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Review 1 for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Rating
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Anonymous
Location:Chicago, IL
Date:November 5, 2012

Not terrible, but certainly not great

Pros: small size very light, quick to power on, video quality above average, good zoom level
Cons: still shots not nearly crisp enough, not enough options to tinker with, battery life very average
"I had high hopes purchasing this camera, as I've owned 2 other Panasonic Lumix cameras and loved them both....but this one just fell short. It looks good on paper with full HD video and plenty of megapixels, but the still shots were very unimpressive in almost every lighting condition I took them in, ranging from sunlight to fluorescent light, to low light. Very soft edges, and even slightly zoomed in or blown up the pictures became very pixelated. I even had an 8x10 printed as a final test for whether or not I'd keep this camera....i didn't even have to look at it. The 4x6 photos I also printed looked bad before I ever got to the larger shot. very disappointed, as it was a great deal and I've loved the Lumix cameras for nearly 10 years. I replaced it with the Sony DSC-WX150 and am much happier with the still shots. Video on both is about equal; what you'd expect from a point-and-shoot that will almost fit into a cigarette pack."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Sanity
Location:LA
Date:September 21, 2012

Great little camera for the buck!

Pros: great size - easy to carry in any pocket., excellent quality lens and 10x optical zoom., easy to use with the auto iq settings., priced right compared to the competition.
Cons: rechargeable battery takes 3 hours to recharge.
Model Number: SZ7
"This is a solid camera in nearly all respects. The form factor is ideal...small enough to easily fit in any pocket...and yet not so small that the controls or screen are difficult to use. My thinking is that if it's easy to fit in your pocket you're far more likely to take it along....and the best camera in the world is still useless if it's left at home."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pastie
Location:Troy Michigan
Date:September 11, 2012

So Impressed!!!

Model Number: Panasonic Lumis SZ7
"This POINT & SHOOT camera is so slim, so lightweight, it places an explanation mark on ease. . AND with a Leica lenses, picture quality is assured. Wide Angle and a sensible 10 X telephoto. I had to have it! This from a Former Olympus Adict."
Review 4 for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
patsy6
Location:Santa Rosa Ca.
Date:August 31, 2012

Great small camera

Pros: 10x zoom, includes all needed accessories
Model Number: PANASONIC DMC-S27
"This is a great little camera with lots of features that make is easy for me to take photos.It's small enough to always carry in my purse. At my age(73) I appreciate a simple camera that takes wonderful spontaneous pictures."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
JimMor
Location:Treasure Coast, FL
Date:August 31, 2012

Great value for a great camera

Pros: small compact, great 3" screen
Cons: user manual complex
Model Number: SZ7
"This was a great purchase for the money. I got a 4gb SD card, camera case and a good little camera - just what I was looking for in that price range.
The camera has features that I most likely will never use, but it's nice to know they're there! The user manual is a little difficult to follow because of all the extra features.
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Review 6 for Panasonic Lumix SZ7 Digital Camera Bundle
Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
WalkingDiva2
Location:LA METRO
Date:August 30, 2012

I like it

Pros: good bargain priced camera
Cons: haven't found any
Model Number: Lumis SZ7
"It's compact and easy for me to use. So far it has met my expectations, no surprises."