Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ30 Digital Camera

The NEW Panasonic DMC-TZ30

Super Zoom Camera TZ30 - Featuring 20x Optical Zoom, 50p Full HD Video Recording and Built-in GPS Function

The DMC-TZ30 incorporates a 20x optical zoom LEICA DC lens from 24mm ultra wide-angle (35mm camera equivalent: 24-480mm), featuring Nano Surface Coating technology that minimizes ghosts and flaring. The new lens system makes the unit's overall length short to fit in the compact body despite its versatile zoom range. The 20x optical zoom increases its power to 40x equivalent with the Intelligent Zoom. This is an extensive zoom function using digital zoom with minimum deterioration of image quality thanks to the Intelligent Resolution technology.

The 14.1-megapixel MOS sensor boasts high speed signal output and high sensitivity image recording for making many advanced features possible. This enables the camera to record 10 fps in full resolution, and full HD video. The excellent S/N ratio of MOS sensor and the Intelligent Noise Reduction system in the Venus Engine makes both photos and videos shot at any sensitivity level from low to high with outstanding clearness. The DMC-TZ30 also boasts approx. 0.1 sec Light Speed AF that helps catching even the most fleeting photo opportunities.

The DMC-TZ30 is capable of recording full HD 1920 x 1080 60p (NTSC) / 50p (PAL) videos in AVCHD Progressive format. Upgrading the full HD recording capability from interlaced to progressive, subjects with fast motion or fine details are reproduced even more clearly. The DMC-TZ30 can also record full HD videos in MP4 format that has high compatibility with computers. Videos come with the high-quality sound system of Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator, zoom noise reduction system and Auto Wind Cut function.

With the DMC-TZ30, you can copy the map data of designated city to an SD Memory Card from the bundled map DVD which comprehends detailed map of approx. 90 countries worldwide on a scale of 1/25,000 or more precise. The geo-tagged images are automatically sorted and they can be played back along the map so that you can trace the memory of travelling along their footprints by scrolling the map in the camera. The LUMIX's GPS function also shows the name of the Country/Region, State/Prov./County, County/Township, City/Town/Village and Landmark.

The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) boasts double repression power compared to the MEGA O.I.S.. It is particularly effective for a low-frequency vibration, which is physically generated when pressing the shutter button or when shooting at night with a slow shutter speed. You get bright photos without blurring even from handheld shooting at slow shutter speeds. The Active Mode effectively suppresses blur in video recording especially at wide-angle while walking or playing with children.

The LUMIX TZ30 delivers high precision image quality to take your photography to the next level thanks to the renowned LEICA DC lens with an extended 20x Optical Zoom starting at 24mm Ultra Wide Angle and a new 14.1-megapixel high sensitivity MOS Sensor. The light-speed Auto Focus, intuitive automatic shooting modes and wide range of innovative features to boost your creativity, together with the high resolution wide-angle touch screen LCD, help you get that perfect shot every time. And for those wanting to record memories in motion, the LUMIX TZ30 offers exceptional quality video and sound recording that will never let you down.

Make every day magical

The LUMIX TZ30 is packed with features to ensure optimum quality you can always rely on. Whether you're taking shots on a walk in your local park, capturing scenes on a tropical beach or at your favourite sports event, you can achieve high precision results thanks to the exceptional Ultra Wide Angle LEICA DC lens and 20x Optical Zoom. You can even take stunning pictures at dusk as the TZ30's high sensitivity MOS Sensor helps you get outstanding results in dim light. And if you want to record your memories in action, the TZ30's high quality video recording will help you achieve the most impressive movies:

Quality photography within easy reach
An incredible 20x Optical Zoom lets you get up close and personal every time and achieves razor-sharp precision whether you are shooting distant wildlife or your child's smile. With the TZ30's Intelligent Zoom function, the zoom increases its power to the equivalent of 40x with minimum deterioration of image quality thanks to its Intelligent Resolution Technology.

High precision detail
Featuring a 24mm Ultra Wide Angle LEICA DC lens, renowned for its exceptional quality and unique to LUMIX, every detail of those special moments will be captured to perfection. The lens' Nano Surface Coating also ensures flaring and ghosting are minimised, boosting the camera's stunning optical performance.

Crystal clarity, whatever the situation
A new 14.1-megapixel high sensitivity MOS Sensor, together with the performance of the Venus engine, gives you stunning image quality even in low light conditions. The newly-improved noise reduction functions, Intelligent NR and Multi-Process NR, also help you to achieve crisp shots in dim light.

Let high quality movies tell the story of your life
Featuring 1,920x 1,080 50p Full HD AVCHD video recording and a stereo microphone, the TZ30 allows you to shoot outstanding movies. You can even get high precision results from a distance as the optical zoom innovations are also available for video shooting.

High speed, high performance

Speed is of the essence for exceptional, instinctive photography and the LUMIX TZ30 is packed with features that ensure every special moment is swiftly and perfectly recorded. With an impressively high speed and extremely precise Auto Focus, the TZ30 allows you to take shots of fast moving subjects with incredible detail. Whether you're taking pictures of sprinting athletes, or of your favourite racing driver in action in Le Mans, those once-in-a-lifetime moments can be beautifully captured:

Instinctive photography
You'll never be disappointed by seeing your special moments out of focus again thanks to the LUMIX TZ30's Light Speed Auto Focus. Achieving focus in just 0.1 seconds, you'll be able to catch even the most fleeting of photo opportunities

Breath-taking shots, at the touch of a button
The LUMIX TZ30's continuous shoot mode allows you to achieve the ultimate action photography in high resolution. With 10 fps (Frames Per Second) continuous shooting at the touch of the button, you're sure to get that perfect shot every time - whether you're capturing a snowboarder on the slopes or your child's first sports day.

Effortless Quality

The LUMIX TZ30 is intuitive and versatile meaning that you don't have to be a professional to achieve breath-taking results. Whether you're an avid photographer with years of experience on your side or someone who very rarely takes pictures, you can achieve stunning shots with ease thanks to a wide range of innovative modes:

Stunning shots on the move
An improved POWER O.I.S capability in movie mode helps to prevent the effects of handshake, even when using high-powered zoom, assisting you to achieve blur-free footage without a tripod. Whether focusing on the detail of a delicate flower in high-zoom mode, or capturing a night scene on holiday, you'll be able to take stunning shots without a tripod. The new active mode also stabilises the image automatically while walking and shooting.

Intelligent photography
The LUMIX TZ30's intuitive iA (Intelligent Auto) features make it easy to capture great shots. Face Recognition will remember your friends and family, adjusting the camera's settings accordingly, and thanks to the Intelligent Scene Selector, the camera will automatically switch to the appropriate mode according to the subject in focus. The Auto Retouch mode meanwhile means you can optimise your shots' contrast and brightness with just the touch of a button, helping you achieve the results you want.

Map out your photographic history
The LUMIX TZ30's enhanced GPS functionality allows you to automatically record your location by GPS when taking a picture and view the map and associated photos directly on your camera. The geo-tagged images are immediately sorted and can be played back along the map so you can trace the memories of your photographic journey directly on your camera, or share it with friends and family via online mapping tools.

Stay in control
The TZ30's versatile controls allow you to take shots the way you want to. Shoot with the camera's button system, or by using its intuitive three inch wide angle touch screen LCD with all the touch controls you expect from your high quality photography equipment.

Express your creativity

The LUMIX TZ30 boasts a wide range of creative modes that help you introduce your own personality when capturing shots. The TZ30 is packed with impressive features that enable you to add artistic flair to how you record your memories - so whether you want to capture moments in 3D or take a stunning panoramic shot, there's something to suit every creative style. Every moment is unique and with the TZ30, your photography can be as well:

Showcase the world as you see it
With the LUMIX TZ30's new High Dynamic Range feature, natural looking images can be captured automatically even when shooting against the light. Three images are shot consecutively at different exposure levels and overlaid to produce the image exactly as you remember it.

The world in widescreen
The Panoramic Shot mode enables you to take stunning panoramic pictures simply by swivelling the camera. It works by taking pictures one after another while the camera is swivelled; when the shooting ends, consecutively shot images are joined to produce a single panoramic picture. So whether you are shooting views of Mont Blanc from a chair lift or if you want to capture the whole of the Eiffel Tower from street level, you can achieve stunning results every time.

Add your personal touch
The Creative Control/Creative Retouch feature allows you to add some artistic flair to your shots with many creative modes including soft focus, toy effect, miniature effect and retro. You can also add more personality to your movies thanks to the LUMIX TZ30's High Speed Video mode which lets you capture super slow-motion videos where you can playback effects that cannot be seen with the naked eye, while 3D mode will allow you to produce high quality 3D still images without additional accessories.