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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ6S 7.2MP Digital Camera with 6x Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver) | 
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| Brand: Panasonic
Category: Photography
List Price: $149.99
Buy New: $149.95
You Save: $0.04
New (16) Used (2) from $68.00
Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 17127
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 6
Display Size: 2
Maximum Focal Length: 36.6
Minimum Focal Length: 6.1
Maximum Resolution: 7
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 3.9 x 1.3 x 2.5
MPN: DMC-LZ6-S
Model: DMC-LZ6-S
UPC: 037988986194
EAN: 0037988986194
ASIN: B000MW3YCM
Release Date: March 10, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 7.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints | | • | 6x image-stabilized optical zoom; 2.0-inch LCD display | | • | Intelligent ISO Control (I.I.C.) reduces image blur from subject movement and low light | | • | Records full-size movies (no sound) in wide-aspect VGA (848 x 480) at 30 frames per second | | • | Stores images on SD/SDHC/MMC memory cards; 27MB internal memory |
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Product Description
6x Optical Zoom / 2" LCD / Mega Optical Image Stabilizer / High Sensitivity Mode / SD Memory Card Slot / PictBridge / USB
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| Customer Reviews: Read 14 more reviews...
 Doesn't have a built-in mic June 12, 2007
ah2k5 (VA, USA)
29 out of 33 found this review helpful
I'm still in the process of comparing all the different models (after reading millions of reviews I've already decided to buy a Panasonic) and thought I'd share my latest findings. Up till now I thought the only difference between the LZ7 and this was the size of the LCD but I just realized that the LZ6 doesn't have a built-in microphone therefore it does not record sound with the movies. Bummer. I also wish it came with built-in speakers to play back movies with sound and a viewfinder but those I think I can live without (other Lumix models don't have them either)
NO MIC - Good pictures September 9, 2007
B. Plett
25 out of 25 found this review helpful
This is a fine camera.
But there is one weird thing: it has Panasonic's well-known high-resolution video capabilities, but no microphone. Seems odd to have great video resolution (even widescreen) but no sound to go with it. This is not mentioned anywhere in product promotional literature. Buyer beware... ;)
So, if you want a digital camera that can pull double duty to record short video clips, take a look at the LZ7 instead: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ7K 7.2MP Digital Camera with 6x Image Stabilized Zoom (Black).
Other than a slightly smaller LCD and the sound issue, the LZ6 and LZ7 are the same camera. Thus, the remainder of this review is from my review for the LZ7 (which I purchased after re-selling the LZ6, since it couldn't do video).
1) Noise - the big problem reported by many Panasonic users is noise. I've found that keeping the camera set to 100 ISO is fine for reducing noise in general outdoor conditions. Indoors, there is some noise when using the flash or not, but it is not a show-stopper -- especially if you're planning on printing mostly 4x6 prints.
2) Size/Build - the camera is a bit bulky. It's nice for those of us with bigger hands. It won't fit in your pocket, but it's small enough to easily fit in a bag. It also feels a lot sturdier than most other compact digital cameras.
3) Zoom/OIS - The 6x zoom works really well in conjunction with image stabilization. I get sharper 6x 7.2 MP pictures than when I was taking 3x 3 MP pictures with a Canon PowerShot.
Another benefit of the zoom is that the camera has a larger-than-average lens (to let in enough light for zoom shots, I imagine). This is nice because it lets more light in for all pictures, which means you don't need the flash as much. I've even been able to take 6x zoom pictures in dusk lighting at 100ISO that come out reasonably noise-free!
4) Battery life - Battery life is good. Use NiMH; there's no good reason to use non-rechargeable batteries.
5) Saturation - a few other reviews have alluded to this. The colours produced by this camera are very vivid and striking.
Overall, this is a very nice 7 MP 6x zoom STILL camera. It's super-cheap, appears to be fairly durable, and very good zoom and image stabilization! But if you want video, go with the LZ7.
Nice camera May 7, 2007
AKMS (NJ, USA)
22 out of 26 found this review helpful
I got the camera right before my trip to Europe. Camera is compact and powerful. The only complaint - it does not have simple viewfinder, which could help during sunny days. Battery life with oxides is acceptable, but not as long as listed in the manual. We are talking about 1/3 of the listed number of pictures. But the convenience - just buy
batteries at the any news stand and recycle the old set. Also, I had to buy a simple belt pouch to keep camera handy, but may be it is just my habit to keep things on the belt (ebay, 9.98, s/h included). You need also SD memory. 2 gigs is more then you can wish. Also you could need `charger' just to view and maintain taken pictures without draining the batteries. I could use another camera with rechargeable battery for this. Now I am glad I have bought 2" display, but not 2.4. I save battery life and it is better during sunny days. I could compare with another Panasonic camera. THX
 Lot of features for the price! November 12, 2007
G. Morley (Salem OR USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Nice, small, good-looking, feature-laden camera. The 6x optical zoom is what really sold me! Power is supplied by 2 AA batteries, which is real convenient since they are cheap and abundant. Use rechargeable batteries and save a bunch of money over time. At 7.2 megapixels, your photos are detailed and the colors are rich. 11 x 14 enlargements are no problem when shooting at the highest setting. Image stabilization helps keep your shots sharp -- especially handy when you're using the 6x zoom (where hand-shake is magnified). My only gripe is that when you take a picture, it takes several seconds before it is ready to shoot again (I'm speaking of indoors with flash). For the price, I don't think there is a better camera on the market. I own three Panasonic cameras (all different models) and they have never given me any trouble.
This camera is user friendly July 18, 2007
Tony (The Villages, FL)
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I have enjoyed using my LZ6S because it was made to be user friendly while still having loads of features. You must use no less than a 2 Gig SD card with it but that gives you about 550 pictures at 7.2 pixels. It is medium sized and has no view finder or microphone but this is no problem for my use.
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