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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3
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alaScore 84

90 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 90 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Views about the zoom and portability are overall positive. The performance and usability also get good reviews, but some have doubts about the shutter and viewfinder. Opinions about the memory and durability are mixed.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 user reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the usability and reliability. The image quality and price also get good comments.

price, image quality, reliability, usability

89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Panasonic DMC LZ3

 

The Panasonic DMC LZ3 is a cheaper option for anyone looking for a bit of extra zoom. It has twice the standard amount offering 6x zoom. It is much less expensive than many cameras with a longer zoom.

Image stabilisation ; Aspect ratios ; Picture quality ; Longer zoom ; Ease of use

Red eye ; Shutter lag ; Small internal memory

The Panasonic DMC LZ3 is a very effective digital camera. It is one of the few digital cameras around offering increased zoom power (6x) at a reasonable price. This camera is very easy to use and also takes good quality photos.

Jun, 2006
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Expert review by (digicamreview.co.uk)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

 

Announced on the 4th of January 2006, the Panasonic Lumix LZ3 is a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 6x optical zoom lens and a 2" screen. The 6x optical zoom Lumix DC lens is equivalent to 37 - 222mm on a 35mm camera. The Panasonic Lumix LZ3 is...

Easy to use ; Rich, saturated colours ; Good macro mode ; Good battery life with rechargable AA batteries ; Optical image stabilisation - works well for low-light or zoom photography ; Fairly compact for a digital camera with a 6x optical zoom lens -...

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 is a decent digital camera - unfortunately little has improved since last years release of the LZ1 and LZ2 - and whilst they were good digital cameras last year - this year they, and the LZ3, are slightly lacking. The LZ5...

May, 2006
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Expert review by : Shams Tarek and Will Greenwald (cnet.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 review

 

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5

Optical image stabilization; long-range, relatively fast lens; lots of handy features.

Mediocre performance; cheap build quality; some problems with image quality.

Lackluster image quality and poor performance make the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 a disappointment.

Apr, 2006
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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

 

Physical Views The DMC-LZ3 compared in size to a standard CD disc. The 6-megapixel DMC-LZ5 and the 5-megapixel DMC-LZ3 Besides higher resolution, the LZ5 has a 2.5" LCD and records audio. Continue to Features & Controls Lumix DMC-LZ3 Specifications...

Mar, 2006
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Expert review by : Will Greenwald Shams Tarek (cnet.com.au)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

 

Lacklustre image quality and poor performance make the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 a disappointment.

Optical image stabilisation. Long-range. Relatively fast lens. Lots of handy features.

Mediocre performance. Cheap build quality. Some problems with image quality.

Lackluster image quality and poor performance make the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 a disappointment.

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by : Aimee Baldridge (imaging-resource.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 Digital Camera - Full Review - The Imaging Resource!

 

Available in both black and silver finishes, this Lumix has an understated look. Its lightweight plastic body is peppered with a moderate number of physical controls and a single silver and gray accent that extends from one side of the lens and curls...

Dec, 2006
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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

 

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 is a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 6x Optical Zoom lens. The Lumix DMC-LZ3 has optical image stabilization to combat camera shake, a 2.0 inch LCD display and is powered by two AA batteries. It also allows shooting with...

The Lumix DMC-LZ3 has optical image stabilization to combat camera shake, a 2.0 inch LCD display and is powered by two AA batteries

Jan, 2006
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ3

 

Optical zoom, very good.

Camera has no bad points. Instuctions could be made easier.

Jan, 2007
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ3

 

Bought primary for image stabiliser and large zoom capability.

Would have thought with a name like Panasonic,would have metal body and come with basic case.

Nov, 2006
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3

 

Panasonic once more time a high end camera. This camera has many great features. This have stylish design. anti-shake capabilities, solid image quality and raw capture facility.

Zippy performance ; Attractive design ; Raw capture ; Solid image quality

Large body ; Lots of noise at ISO 800 and above

Jun, 2008
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