Product Description
DECT is a cordless phone protocol that has been very popular in Europe for nearly a decade. The FCC recently adopted this technology for use in the USA. It makes sense. Range is nearly doubled, sound is radically improved, and battery power is exponentially more efficient. 2 Digit Message Counter on Base Light Up Indicator w/ Message / Ringer Alert Expandable Up To 6 Handsets Handset Speakerphone 3-Way Conferencing Intercom or Call Transfer Between Handsets 3-Line Backlit LCD on Handset 50 Station Caller ID Memory 50 Station Phone Directory / Dialer Handset Locator Adjustable Ringer / Volume Control 15 Selectable Ring Tones Flash / Redial / Mute Clock & Alarm Bi-Lingual Menu Support (English / Spanish) Belt Clip Headset Jack Wall Mountable Rechargeable NiMH Battery Included
Customer Reviews:
Better than expected.......2007-09-16
I've been using this for a week now, and really like this phone. Good quality and the answer works very good. I have had bad luck in the past with voice quality in the recordings with other memory based answering systems. I really like the feature that lets each phone play the message being recorded while they are leaving it, so I can be across the house and don't need to run to the other side to determine if I need to pick up or not. Only Con on this is the poor wall mount configuration. My wall mount is fairly high but my wife says she can't see the buttons on the base if I put it there. I am 6'5" and its fine for me, but she is right. If you plan on wall mounting the base its probably not the best setup. And it looks pretty funny when you mount it too.
pretty good phone set.......2007-09-14
The best cordless phone set that we have ever had. Voice quality is very good. Phone book is easy. I probably should have given it 5 stars except that the range is not as far as I would like. We have an old 2-story house and have the base at one end downstairs. If you are talking at the other end of the house upstairs, you have a 50/50 chance of being able to converse.
Wow-ed in Wyoming..........2007-09-10
The Panasonic KX-TG1032S cordless telephone delivered on all the advertised promises. The real "proof of the pudding," sound quality, is exceptionally crisp and clear. Interference from a microwave was a factor in the cordless phone it replaced, but not with this unit. I would like to second the previous comments about ease of set-up and operation; I don't know how you could make it any easier. The feature that automatically replicates changes to one handset in the other is appreciated. I have yet to purchase any Panasonic product that wasn't first rate. Ignor the "good deals" on all those non-DECT phones that are presently being dumped by retailers and buy this outfit! You won't be disappointed.
Wonderful!.......2007-09-08
The phone was delivered as expected and the product was as described.
I would highly recommend this seller and product to anyone.
Crystal clear phone and compact answering machine.......2007-09-06
I had experienced alot of interference and scratchy connections with my 2.4 GHz phone. This phone is very clear and compact. I like the silver color. Easy to use and follow the setup instructions. It's a keeper!
Product Description
It's hard to hold a small camera steady. That's why the LZ70S features MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization), which automatically detects and compensates for hand-shake. You get clear, beautiful shots even when zooming, shooting macro close-ups, or taking night scenery. It's a perfect camera for anyone to use because it has been enginheered to deliver high performance with simplest use. Just set the mode dial to the heart symbol, aim and press the shutter button. The camera handles the complicated settings automatically. And with a simplified settings menu, there's no stress, no confusion and no worries. You can even compensate for backlighting by just pressing the cursor key. You'll find it easy to take clear, beautiful shots ? even if you know very little about digital cameras. Press the FUNCTION button and you can easily change settings such as auto focus, lighting metering, white balance, ISO sensitivity, image size, image quality and so on. There's no need to switch to the menu screen. The DMC-LS70 runs on two AA batteries, which you can buy just about anywhere. If your battery power is running low, just pick up a fresh supply. Or choose optional rechargeable AA batteries (and charger) that you can use over and over for additional value.
Customer Reviews:
Nice camera!!.......2007-09-17
I really like this camera a lot, it's small and compact, if you use panasonic rechargeables batteries you can take pictures for hours without having to turn off between takes, the size of the lcd screen is the rigth one, it's very easy to use and shoots nice videos too.
Excellent camera.......2007-09-15
Excellent product and the best value I found. Great lenses and features. Me and my family are thrilled to use it. You should get it with a memory card, which are quite inexpensive now.
Best Small Camera for the Money.......2007-08-26
I bought this as a second camera. For travel, I use a digital with a 10X zoom. It's great for trips, but it's a bit bulky, for family gatherings or formal events (when I am carrying a small purse.)
So I wanted a pocket sized camera, but since it is my second, I did not want to spend a lot. I looked around in stores and on line and quickly settled on this model. Why? It is nice and small and has all of the features I need. A 3X zoom is fine for the events I mentioned and at 7.2MP, the picture quality is excellent. It is also the only camera I found in this price range that had anti-shake technology. It has many options for flash, as well as a variety of shooting modes (like sunset, macro, portrait, sports and so on.) There are thinner cameras on the market, but at about 1.2 inches, it's still nice, small and lightweight.
It also used AA batteries. I will only buy cameras that take AA's, because you can get them anywhere, if you run out.
It has a couple of negatives. There is no sound in video mode. This is of no importance to me, but should be mentioned for other buyers. There is a nice LCD screen but no viewfinder. I'm an old photographer who is used to a viewfinder, so this takes getting used to.
On the whole it's a great camera that suits my needs well.
small, competent camera.......2007-08-25
This little Panasonic camera, (Lumix DMC-LS70S, what a stupid name for a camera, eh?) is, nonetheless, a decent-little picture-taker.
Thought it was "eating" batteries, but discovered I'd put in some old rechargeables; when I installed decent batteries, it was fine (NiMH rechargeables, of course--the only choice for digital cameras IMHO).
Thought I'd miss the lack of "regular" viewfinder (it's only got the LCD screen), but I haven't, so-far. Easy enough to see, unless in really bright light. Not a problem.
Snapshots on vacation turned out okay, nothing dramatic. I did some test shots, comparing this little camera (it's small, really teeny) to my trusty Canon PowerShot A550, and surprise! The pictures from this Panasonic were every-bit as good as the ones with my Canon (same subject, same lighting). I was honestly surprised, but the pictures don't lie.
It's a decent-little camera. Takes good pictures, which is the whole point, right?
p.s.- It is easier to take low-light pictures (without flash) with this Panasonic than any other digital camera I've owned--and, they come out better, too. Image stabilization, I suppose, is why. Whatever, it works well. My wife took some family snapshots with this camera, indoors, without flash, and they looked really good. Go figure.
Is a a beatiful camera!.......2007-08-23
I really have nothing to complain about it! is beatiful, battery life so dra is great!, I just wish I have the option not to use the lcd.
Product Description
5.8 GHz Phone with Digital Answering Machine / Talking Caller ID / Includes Two Handsets; Expandable to Four / Slow Talk / Speakerphone Talking Caller ID requires Caller ID subscription from your local phone service Call Waiting Caller ID shown on handset requires subscription from your local phone service Voice Enhancer Technology adds lost frequencies back to voices Light-up indicator with different colors for three frequently used numbers 50-entry phone directory 50-entry Caller ID memory Base unit and handset speakerphones Conferencing between base unit and outside line Jack for optional headset Built-in digital clock with alarm on handset Wall-mountable base unit NiMH rechargeable battery
Customer Reviews:
phone.......2007-09-19
I have been having trouble with static on the phone and not being able to hear very well when talking on it.
Best cordless phone.......2007-09-17
I have wasted more money on cordless phones and was at the end of my rope. I researched them on Amazon and came across this set. Well, it's everything everyone said it would be. My biggest complaint with all the others was the inability to hear anybody. Everyone in my family complained about it. This set is awesome! Everything is crisp and clear...and loud enough. It was an added bonus that the thing says the caller ID name out loud when it rings. I haven't even begun to set up any other features yet...I will eventually. But I'm ecstatic that we can finally hear our callers now!
Excellent Phone.......2007-09-14
I recently purchased this phone after having a 900 MHz phone. As a disabled person it is important that I have reliable communication devices. This phone has beaten my expectations. The clarity is excellent and loud enough so there is no loss of understanding the other party. I also love the fact that you can enter phone numbers in the phone book on one handset and then easily transmit them to the other handsets so you do not have to enter it multiple times. I also like the feature of being able to check messages from the remote handsets. I would highly recommend this phone to anyone looking to replace their present sets. 5.8 MHz is an excellent frequency which is high enough to reject all noises and I live in a high noise area between 4 major highways in central New Jersey. I have one handset on the first floor and the base on the second floor.
Great phones!.......2007-09-09
I am very happy with these phones! The intercom function is very handy, and my 12 year old daughter LOVES the speakerphone! My only complaint is that you can't turn the ringer off on the base. I can turn the ringer off on both handsets, but the base still rings out loud.
GOOD PRODUCT - EASY TO USE - SOUNDS GOOD.......2007-09-08
I am pleased with this phone system. It is easy to use and the sound quality is good. The "talking caller ID" feature is really a lot more useful than I expected. The only problem is that all inbound calls show up as "missed calls" even if you answer them. Other than that, the phone system works very well. Also, it is well priced when compared to other similar systems.
Average customer rating:
- good value
- better than advertised
- Very comfortable, accomodates all ear sizes.
- Best $20 ear buds.....EVER!
- Somewhat better than average
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Product Features:
- Premium sound quality, Compact size, and Sleek design
- Soft silicone ear buds provide a super comfortable, noise reducing fit
- High intensity listening experience with crisp, clear sound and deep bass
- Works with every iPod, mp3 player, CD, portable DVD, and Laptop
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Product Description
JBuds are the perfect companion for your iPod, mp3 player, laptop, portable DVD, MD, radio, or other audio devices, combining sleek design, premium sound quality, noise reduction, and maximum comfort.
The soft silicone earbuds fit perfectly inside your ears, allowing you to comfortably enjoy your music non-stop while blocking outside noise. The new JBuds give you a high-intensity listening experience with crisp, clear sound and powerful bass.
Includes 3 pairs of silicone earbud tips in small, medium, and large to assure the perfect fit! Generous 4.5ft wire with standard Y-formation to the earbuds. See pics for details.
Recommended by cnet, mp3 dot com, and many others. Black JBuds and Pink JBuds also available.
Customer Reviews:
good value.......2007-09-19
I've had the JBuds for nearly a year now, and they've held up well. I would say that the noise reduction is decent, but not as significant as with my battery-powered Sony MDR-NC6. Very comfortable and good quality manufacturing.
better than advertised.......2007-09-19
total noise reduction with excellent sound quality. You also get more than one cap for the head phones.
Very comfortable, accomodates all ear sizes........2007-09-17
I really like these ear buds. They are very comfortable and you can change the piece on the ends to fit the size of your ear. Three size choices which makes these very practical. With a good fit you will really get the best sound quality possible.
Best $20 ear buds.....EVER!.......2007-09-15
These are amazing. Forget the price tag (which itself is a bargain), these ear buds sound really good. I did a side-by-side comparisons with Apple (in-box), Creative (in-box), Phillips noise reduction and Sennheiser PXC 250 noise reduction and I could not believe that JBuds sounded better! The ambient noise blocking is pretty good too. However, I am not sure how well it will work in a plane. The in-ear fit is pretty comfortable. Although no audiophile, I am pretty fussy about my sound quality. JBuds definitely made me happy.
Somewhat better than average.......2007-09-14
The JBuds are an economic choice with reasonable performance. Their main weakness is overall frequency response which seems weak in higher frequencies. The ear buds are advertised as "noise-reducing", chiefly because the interchangeable caps are designed to fill the ear canal and block external sounds. The JBuds are nominally effective at this goal. Also, it took several days to get used to the feeling, because they rest in the ear canal, not on the outside. Incidentally, I have a Samsung MP3 player (which I love). The Samsung ear buds that came with the device were superior to the JBuds. In summary the JBuds are fairly good, especially considering the price.
Product Description
Panasonic's vision of the digital future is driven by the needs and aspirations of its business customers and millions of consumers around the world who use its products every day. The company shares their dream to live a fuller life by providing ways of working smarter and enjoying the rewards of technological advances.PRODUCT FEATURES:Two handsets expandable to four;Handset speakerphones;Caller ID;Large three-line backlit LCD;Clock with alarm;Three-color light-up handset indicator.
Amazon.com Product Description
Put a Handset in Every Room
With two handsets (one base and one charger) included and the option of adding up to two additional handsets--all while using only one base and one phone jack--go ahead and put one in the den, the kitchen, the master bedroom and the living room so you won't have to make a run for it when the phone rings.
Turn the Ringer Off...
Don't miss important calls when the ringer is off. The Light-Up Indicator at the base of the antenna will flash quickly to show that you have an incoming call, and it will flash slowly to let you know you have a new message in your voice mailbox
1. You can also choose up to three different light-up indicator colors to link to your pre-programmed phonebook data. Light-Up ID
1 requires corresponding Caller ID information to be received from an incoming call.
...Or Keep the Ringer On
With Ringer ID
1, you can choose from a downloaded or selectable ringer to link to your pre-programmed phonebook data, which also requires corresponding Caller ID information to be received from an incoming call.
Voices Come Through Loud and Clear
By simulating a band signal above and below the normal bandwidth limitations, Voice Enhancer Technology helps clarify and improve sound reception creating a natural-sounding voice that is easy to hear and understand.
Let the Kids Join the Conversation
With a Digital Duplex Speakerphone on the back of each handset, you can enjoy convenient, high-quality, hands-free conversations from any room in the house. So let the kids join in on the conversation with Grandma and Grandpa, or paint your nails while you chat with your best friend.
See Who's Calling, Even If You're Already on the Phone
We've all become accustomed to Caller ID and its ability to let us see who's calling before we answer the phone. But what happens when you're already on the phone and another call comes in on Call Waiting? Until now, you wouldn't know who was beeping in unless you answered it. With Call Waiting Caller ID
1, you get the best of both worlds. So now when you get a beep, you can see who's calling before you answer…but we'll leave that decision up to you!
Features (full specs coming soon)
- White Backlit Display
- Ringer ID
- Light-Up ID
- Voice Enhancer Technology
- Light-Up Indicator with Ringer (3 colors)/ VM
1 Alert
- Digital Handset Speakerphone
- Intercom between Handsets
2
- Spanish LCD
- Expandable Up to 4 Handsets
2
- Up to 3-Way Conference Capability
2
- Pure 5.8 GHz Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) Digital Technology
- Wireless Network Friendly
- Phonebook Sharing
2
- Built-In Clock with Alarm on Handset
- Ni-MH Battery Included
3
- Call Waiting Caller ID
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- 50-Station Phonebook and Dialer
- Headset Jack
- Wall-Mountable
- 2 Handsets Included (1 Base and 1 Charger)
1. Requires subscription to name-and-number Caller ID, call waiting and/or voice mail services offered by certain local telephone companies for a fee.
2. Requires optional accessory handset sold separately.
3. Ni-MH batteries have an advantage over Ni-Cd batteries in that they have high resistance to memory effect and are cadmium-free.
What's in the box
Two handsets, Charger, AC adaptor for base unit, AC adaptor for charger, two batteries, two handset covers (comes attached to handset), telephone line cord, Wall mounting adaptor
Customer Reviews:
I Have Always Liked Panasonic.......2007-09-10
We had a remote Panasonic phone that was over 20 years old with no problems. The battery was getting weak, and we needed a phone that would have caller ID options. Since I could trust Panasonic I checked all the reviews and found confirmation to my opinions, so we decided to purchase the Cordless with 2 Handsets. It has a nice ring, and voicemail settings are helpful. You can find cheaper cordless phones, but they will not be durable and dependable for the long haul.
Great 2-phone cordless from Panasonic.......2007-09-01
I have owned many cordless phones and disliked them all for one reason or another, until I got the Panasonic KX-TG6022B. Two phones and chargers, excellent sound, great battery life, ability to share phone books between the units (!), stands up vertically on its own, speaker phone really works well, well-lit LCD screen, ability to set different colors of the LED indicator, caller-ID shows your phone list name when there's a match, long-range operation. A bargain at $65, plus free shipping.
Good Phone.......2007-08-26
I didn't buy this phone through Amazon, however, I wanted to let people know that this is a great phone for the money.
Perfect for the wife........2007-08-26
I was trying to decide on a phone for my wife. Then I saw a 1 star rating for this phone so I read the rating. The rater said it dropped calls after 30 minutes of talking and I thought this would be perfect for my wife since she can talk for 2 hours so I bought it.
Good phone but hard to see messages.......2007-08-10
This phone has a nice clear signal and the handset is pleasant to use. My only complaint is that it is hard to see without looking very carefully whether you have any voice mail messages. There is no blinking light or anything like that to indicate messages - you have to look at the little monochromatic screen on the handset to tell, and that screen is darkened if the phone is not in use. I would like to be able to glance over at my phone when I come in to tell whether I have messages waiting, as I did with my last phone, rather than needing to remember to walk over and peer at the little darkened screen.
Product Description
Panasonic's vision of the digital future is driven by the needs and aspirations of its business customers and millions of consumers around the world who use its products every day. The company shares their dream to live a fuller life by providing ways of working smarter and enjoying the rewards of technological advances.
Amazon.com Product Description
Designed for use with any cordless phone possessing a standard 2.5 mm jack, Panasonic's KX-TCA60 is an excellent way for you to talk hands-free while you work. Its boom-style microphone adjusts to an optimum level for your mouth. The KX-TCA60 is reversible--you may wear it on either ear--and it uses a comfortable, lightweight design and offers a 4-foot cord with a handy lapel clip so you'll enjoy nearly unfettered movement while wearing it.
What's in the Box
Headset, a user's guide, and warranty information.
Customer Reviews:
works great.......2007-09-17
I bought this a couple of years ago after purchasing another brand. I could not hear the other person well enough with the other brand. Not a problem with this one and continues to work well.
OK headset.......2007-09-12
This headset is OK for the price. The loudspeaker part is fine, but the microphone is only OK, so my voice is soft and sounds a little different (but still understandable) for the person on the other end. If you want a better headset, I suggest paying a little more and getting the Plantronics M175. I have both of these headsets, and I think the M175 is worth the extra cost.
I loved it..........2007-08-30
This headset is wonderful.The sound is clear and better than the phone.
I dont care if it break I will buy it again. I'd use at work all day .
Great Value.......2007-08-30
I buy one or two of these Panasonic KX-TCA60's a year, since I tend to roll over cords and otherwise abuse my headsets. I've used them in a variety of cordless phones, and they're better than some headsets I've paid way more for, including my $39 Plantronics headset (which can't even match the volume or sound quality of this cheapo set).
Best quality for the price.......2007-08-26
I know that the sound quality of this headset is outstanding. Although my experience being on the other end of the line is limited, I have asked and been told that the quality on the receiving end is also very good. I have a portable AC unit that I run on hot days, which to me seems loud but I am told is not noticeable to the caller (or callee). There is no mute or volume control, but I use it with my cordless telephones that have those capabilities so that is not a problem. I suppose the next step for me would be a wireless solutions, but this works great for me: it needs no batteries and the price is right.
Average customer rating:
- Panasonic DMC-FZ8K - Great Camera
- Great Steady & well bulit Camera
- Smart and Fast Shooter
- It's a good camera
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8K 7.2MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black)
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- Includes Accessories - Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Lens Cap, Lens Hood, Lens Hood Adaptor, AV Cable, USB Connection Cable, Strap and CD-ROM
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Product Description
The DMC-FZ8 features the 12x Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens that packs the same zoom power as a big, clunky 400 mm-class film camera lens. This 12x optical zoom lens is super-bright at f/2.8 to f/3.3 with a focal length of 6 to 72 mm. Rotate the lever a small amount for slow zooming, and a larger amount for high-speed zooming. This makes it easy to zoom in and out quickly when you need to or to slow down for finer zooming control. Zoom Resume stores your zoom position (magnification) in memory, so you can shoot with the same zoom setting once the power is turned on again. This helps make sure you don't miss those great shooting opportunities. The CCDs used in most digital cameras have much smaller light-receiving areas than film does, so photos tend to have a high depth of field. You can snap photos that capture the subject in a clear, sharp focus while giving the background a beautiful soft focus. 0.44-inch Viewfinder Color EVF (188 K Pixels), 100% Field of View Image Sensor - 1/2.5-inch AF Assist Lamp ISO Sensitivity - Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1250 (High Sensitivity Mode - 3200)Dial - P (Program), A (Aperture Priority), S (Shutter Priority), M (Manual) Mode, Simple and SCN Scene Mode - Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Panning, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Food, Party, Candle, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow and Aerial Photo Shutter Speed Program AE - 1 - 1/2,000 seconds Aperture Priority AE / Shutter Priority AE - 8 - 1/2,000 seconds Manual - 60 - 1/2,000 seconds Built-in-Flash - Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync Red-eye Reduction and Forced Off Dimensions - Width 4.43 x Height 2.84 x Depth 3.11 inch (112.5 x 72.2 x 79.0 mm) Weight - 357 grams with Battery and SD Memory Card (0.78 pounds)
Customer Reviews:
Panasonic DMC-FZ8K - Great Camera.......2007-09-19
I purchased this camera back in July 2007 and have had it for about 2 months now. The previous camera I used was a Sony DSC-W5. I was looking for a camera with a zoom greater than 3x and an image stablizer. I reviewed and tested several cameras and finally decided on the DMC-FZ8K.
I am very happy with the camera. It takes great pictures, especially outdoors, and the 12x zoom is fantastic. I've had a few problems with indoor pictures being a little blurry but no more so than the Sony I had. The problem seems to be worse when the room is dark and the flash isn't used.
A few weeks ago my son & I went caving. I took the camera and took about 50+ pictures. In spite of the pitch-black darkness the pictures turn out quiet good.
The videos are great--much better than those I took with the Sony W5. The bad thing is that they are .MOV and can't be read directly into Movie Maker without converting. A 2gig memory chip will hold about 20-25 minutes of video.
Great Steady & well bulit Camera.......2007-09-19
I owned this camera when i had a problem with the Kodak Z712 IS. This camera really good to own. Well built which i don't feel with the Z712 Is. Great pictures and battery life is damm good. In case of my other camera i will spend my whole junk of money on buying Batteries.... Kodak is a battery burner compare to panasonic battery which gives me longer life.
Buy if you want a steady and affordable close to SLR camera. Go for it...
Smart and Fast Shooter.......2007-09-18
I've owned the FZ8K for about a week now, and I've taken about 2,000 pictures and videos with it. It has many very good points and just a few not-so-good points.
The good side:
Pictures are sharp and clear. The autofocus is smart and fast. The standard settings for sharpness, contrast, and color intensity work well for me. On previous cameras I had to use "vivid color" to get shots that I liked.
Set it to fast burst and you get up to 5 pictures in what seems like about two seconds. I've set the camera to operate silently, so that there are no clicking sounds to disturb my subjects.
The anti-shake feature works well. At mid zoom my hand-held videos are quite steady. At max zoom the videos aren't so steady but I wouldn't expect them to be. Still photos, however, taken on cloudy days, are sharp even at max zoom, which was a bit of a surprise. But don't expect miracles - nothing helps if the light level is too low.
The optical zoom feature is configured intelligently. If you shoot at less than 7 megapixels you get added optical zoom past the nominal 12x out to, for example, 14.4x at 5 megapixels. This is like cropping the central portion of the photo from 7 to 5 megapixels in an image editor, except that you don't have to shoot at 7 megapixels all the time (filling your HDD faster) to get that advantage.
The lithium-ion battery is a champ. I've taken over 400 shots, many with flash, before it even dropped from 3 to 2 bars. I use a couple of Lenmar batteries as extras, and they seem to work as well as the OEM battery.
The camera is reasonably small and light, and the two viewfinders work well.
The flash is strong and charges relatively quickly.
When you take a video the camera gives you a 640x480 jpeg of the first frame. I find this useful in reviewing videos because Windows XP doesn't give you a thumbnail of the Quicktime video mov file as it does with avi and mpg video files.
The not-so-good points:
Somewhat slow downloads to the computer. I've tried three cards in this camera. Two of them were 2-gigabyte SD cards rated at 110x and 150x. One is an 8-gig SDHC card rated as Class 6. Although none of them gives the camera a write problem, they all read slowly through the camera cable. I believe it is a USB 1.0 system. This was a disappointment. My older Canon SD-400 and Casio EX-S600 both download at USB 2.0, noticeably faster, even when the FZ8K is set to 5 megapixels.
The 5-shot burst mode has no memory feature. My old Minolta Z-2 has a feature that shoots continuously as long as my finger is on the shutter button, shows me each shot as it is taken, and then keeps only the last 5 when I release the button. This saves memory-card space. But I suppose, now that memory cards have gotten so big and so cheap, that the Panasonic way is not that much of a disadvantage.
Learning to use some of the features required me to read the manual. Not that great a hardship, but with other cameras I've been able to teach myself how to use them just by tinkering.
Overall I'd say this camera is well worth the price, under $250 as of the time of this writing. The Canon S5 is also worth considering, though it costs about $100 more. It offers the option of optical zooming during video shooting, which is a nice feature. I decided against it mainly because it uses NiMH batteries. Lithium-ion batteries, as used in this Panasonic camera, stay near full charge much longer.
It's a good camera.......2007-09-11
I was going to give this camera 4 stars because it does collect noise in shadows even at ISO 200 (100 isn't so bad). However, I decided to give it 5 stars for value.
When I bought this camera, I put it head-to-head with the Kodak Z712 IS. The kodak is a good camera with comparable quality and features. I eventually decided that I enjoyed using the panasonic more because of its high quality LCD screen, included rechargeable long-lasting battery, variable speed zoom, better feel (IMHO), and manual focus (a feature I could not find on the kodak and do not believe it has). I also like that the ISO is hidden away in the menu; I don't accidentally change it while I am taking pictures in manual mode. The kodak takes less-noisy pictures but uses a longer shutter speed to do it.
I really enjoy the portability of this camera. It weighs less than a pound and has a ton of features and options not found in a regular point and shoot. I like its intuitive controls. In the end, I decided the noise wasn't as big of an issue for me because I usually only print 4x6 photos. If I need to print bigger pictures, I can use Gimp (photo-editor) to easily soften the noise while preserving most of the detail. One major lacking feature in the panasonic is the inability to zoom (or shoot photos) during movie mode. If you cannot live without these features, do not get the panasonic. You could get these features in either the Canon S3 IS (zoom and photos) or the Kodak Z712 IS (zoom only).
X.......2007-09-10
My second Panasonic digital camera. I purchased it partly for the Leica lens system, and I have found it to be beautifully engineered by Panasonic in every respect.
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Product Features:
- Up-converts standard DVD to 720p/1080i high definition output via HDMI (6ft HDMI cable included); Progressive-scan component output
- Pure and clean 480i NTSC / 576i PAL over HDMI ideal for external video processor/scaler or high end display
- Official DivX Certified product, plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX 6) with standard playback of DivX media files
- DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), XviD, Audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD, WMA and other digital audio and video media/formats
- Excellent audio performance with Dolby Digital, DTS, Coaxial and Optical digital output, HDMI 1.1 multi-channel audio, 5.1ch and stereo analog output
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Product Description
OPPO Digital is a leading maker of next-generation digital electronics, dedicated to enriching people's digital lifestyles with technology and innovation.PRODUCT FEATURES:Superior compatibility with DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), DivX, Xvid, Audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD and other digital audio and video media/formats;Official DivX Certified product;High definition up-conversion with film-like picture quality to up-convert 720x480 interlaced video encoded on DVD discs to 480p/720p/1080i;Compatible with HDTV, HD-Ready TV, HDTV monitors and projectors;Built-in Dolby Digital decoder with individual 5.1ch and down-mixed stereo outputs;Enhanced dual-layer disc support with fast layer change;Special thin, flexible and strong disc tray. Can tolerate some bending without breaking;4-in-1 flash memory card reader;USB interface for expanded connectivity;Smooth and easy navigation of photo albums, music collections and video files on DVD, CD, flash memory cards and USB disks;Discrete ON/OFF remote control IR code for programmable universal remote controls.
Customer Reviews:
Very impressive player!.......2007-09-19
I bought this product with the understanding that it was an excellent value and provided stellar picture quality.
I was not disappointed!
I'm very pleased with the player and the upconverting on my 32" LCD looks unbelievable! I could never go back to standard definition.
Highly recommended.
+Amazing performance.......2007-09-18
I am using it as a transport only and it provides amazing performance with my high-end stereo components.
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DVD player.......2007-09-16
So far I love it. It really does make my standard DVDs look fantastic. It doesn't seem to make as big of an improvement on newer movies as it does on older ones. I hope it is reliable, because this DVD player will keep from buying an HD-DVD or a Blu Ray player for quite some time.
A jewel of a DVD player!.......2007-09-16
This is no doubt an excellent product. I bought it after reading all the experts reviews I could get. At first, I thought it was pure hype from manufacturers-sponsored publications. I misjudged.
The Oppo dv-970hd is what the experts claim it to be -- it has excellent sound and image, lots of nice features like zoom in remote that allows the user to adjust the image to the exact screen size, plays back DVDs of any regions, simplicity and lots more. All this adds up to money well spent. For the price, it is unbeatable. Highly recommended.
Excellent quality!.......2007-09-16
I purchased this DVD player with some doubt over its abilities to perform as advertised. It's truly amazing how excellent the image quality is. If you have an HDMI input in your TV use the included cable because with this player you will want to see it in all its glory. I would recommend this player to anyone. Besides the oddly configured remote I have zero complaints about this product! It's worth every penny!
Product Description
6x Optical Zoom / 2.5" LCD / Mega Optical Image Stabilizer / High Sensitivity Mode / SD Memory Card Slot / PictBridge / USB / 3.88'' x 2.45'' x 1.30''
Customer Reviews:
very nice cam.......2007-09-18
i bougth this camera after having a coolpix 4600 (nikon)
im very satisfyed, even though its a little bigger than i thought.
anyway i love it the quality is better, the zoom is super cool ... i love it ... ive always wanted a lumix and i never had the money to get one so qhen i saw this one at this price i didnt have to think it twice...
i so recommend this little toy...
Better than most Point 'n Shoot digicameras!.......2007-09-12
Great build quality. FAST! - Very minimal shutter lag compared to other point and shoot cameras that I have owned! I can easily live with this performance. Fast enough to catch action shots if prefocused. Optical zoom is very useful. A little bigger than compact, but features outweigh the size penalty. Still fits in pocket or purse easily. Great value at well under $200. Very happy after several weeks of many pics.
Very good value.......2007-09-09
This camera has met all expectations. Here are a few highlights.
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) The video is very good. This camera (LZ7) records sound, but it's little brother (LZ6) does not, saving you $20 or $30, but making it essentially useless as a video camera (unless you love overdubbing).
6) 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 camera. It's cheap enough to be "entry-level", appears to be fairly durable, has good video, and very good zoom and image stabilization!
A very good camera for good light.......2007-09-08
The camera behaves very well in good light.
in dim lighting the noise --and noise reduction-- effects make a bit of post processing necessary.
I really like the optical zoom and the small size.
Battery life is good for a 2 AA battery camera.
A good camera for spontaneous shooting.
Panasonic DMC-LZ7.......2007-09-06
Many reviews comment about the bulkiness of this camera. That's what drew me to the LZ7,... it's size. I have large hands and cannot curl my fingers around something small like many of the cameras currently on the market. I also wanted something that was easy to use and had buttons large enough for my fingers to be able to use them without me stopping to look at the camera controls every time I wanted to take a picture.
My main use of a digital camera is to take pictures of items that I put up at internet auction sites. I didn't need something that would have such a high optical zoom that I could count the individual stitches on the picture of a sweater. But I did want something that gave me a little more clarity than my current Olympus 1.3 Megapixel without going into debt to get one. I did a lot of research and came to the conclusion this camera should suit my needs nicely for several years to come. I checked it out at a local big box retailer and was pleased with how it fit in my hand. Buttons were easy to reach and use. The shutter button is located in from the edge just over 3/4 of an inch which allows my index finger to extend out comfortably as I press down.
This is my first camera without a viewfinder and that is a little hard to get used to but it's the way of the future. The screen is not quite 2 ½" diagonally but it is generous enough. I like how the camera freezes the shot and shows it on the screen for a couple of seconds before it goes back to live mode.
My Olympus required the card to be in the camera before I could take a picture. This one does not. It has a bit of built in memory which can be a good and a bad thing. It's great if you happen to forget to put the card back in and snap an important once in a lifetime shot but it's bad in the fact that once you take the shot you have to dig out the USB cable and connect the camera to your computer to get the picture. I usually use a card reader but I'll be searching for a USB hub soon since the only free USB slots I have are in the back of my computer and I often forget to put the card back in.
The thing about this camera that has impressed me more than anything else is the clarity and colors, especially in a shot that was totally lacking of light. In testing, I went into an interior room that has no windows. The only light was a small amount under the doors but not enough for me to see anything. I set the camera on normal mode, pointed the camera toward the interior of the room and pressed the button. When I looked at the picture I was amazed at how brightly lit and clear the shot was. Colors like light lavender, turquoise, ekru and bright yellow were exact. I doubt if I will have a lot of need to take pictures in total darkness but sometimes I get into a situation where the light is not always the greatest. I know this camera will be able to handle it and give me a great picture the first time.
One review I read stated to be sure to read the manual. That gave me the impression this camera was complicated. I have not read the manual yet and have been able to take pictures with no problem. I am sure I will be reading the manual when I want to take a picture with a feature I haven't used or to delve deeper into the many different options this camera has. The pictures, all of mine have been JPG, are clear and the colors vivid. The colors weren't so vivid for me in ISO mode but that's just one of 4-5 picture modes so you have plenty of options. I haven't had the opportunity to use Scene mode yet but in playing around with it I found it very simple to select from the multitude of options and having the option name right there on the screen helps, and the animations on the option icons is an fun touch. I really like the "Heart" (simple) mode. It's great for taking my auction pictures but I have found that the other modes (Normal, ISO, Simple and Macro) are all pretty much `point and shoot' simple. I am sure they can be more complicated and I know, when I want to get into the more complicated side of this camera, it will be waiting for me. Meanwhile, it and I are quite content using the simplistic controls of this Panasonic LZ7 to get some really great shots.
If you are looking for a camera that is a little too big to stick in your shirt pocket or your cosmetic bag or your wallet but don't want something that requires a PhD to operate, consider the LZ7. I'm sure glad I did!
Product Description
The DMC-TZ3 has been given a more luxurious touch with its stylish design and metallic, stainless steel exterior. The DMC-TZ3 features a 28mm wide-angle 10x optical zoom Leica DC lens (equivalent to a 28mm-280mm zoom on a 35mm film camera) in an ultra-compact body. With the high-power 10x optical zoom, you can get clear and beautiful shots even when you can't get close to your subject. The 28mm wide-angle lens lets you easily capture large groups of people indoor or expansive architectural structures and scenes. The 10x optical zoom lets you easily capture and magnify distant subjects. 3.0-inch Polycrystalline TFT LCD (230 K Pixels) Field of View - 100% Power LCD Mode, High Angle Mode ISO Sensitivity - Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1250 (High Sensitivity Mode - 3200) Li-ion Battery Life (3.7 V, 1,000 mAh) - 270 pictures Shutter Speed - 8 - 1/2000 seconds Starry Sky Mode - 15, 30 & 60 seconds Wide Aperture - F3.3 / F8.0 (2 steps) Tele Aperture - F4.9 / F11 (2 steps) Self-Timer - 2 & 10 seconds Scene Mode - Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Self-portrait, Food, Party, Candle, Fireworks, Starry Sky, Beach, Aerial Photo, Snow, High Sensitivity, Baby1, Baby2, Underwater, Sunset and Pet Dimensions - Width 4.20 x Height 2.37 x Depth 1.47 inch (105.0 x 59.2 x 36.7 mm) Weight - 257 grams with Battery and SD Memory Card (0.57 pounds)
Customer Reviews:
Easy to use. Great results........2007-09-15
I'm fairly handy with tech gadgets, but simple is better. I'm relying on "scene" settings so I don't need to tinker with ISO's, F stops and the like.
Kids running around: "sports."
Out on the town after dark with friends: "night portrait."
I can't imagine a more user friendly camera. Look forward to shooting snow, sunsets, fireworks, etc.
I'm getting used to not having a view finder, although still wish I had one, if only to steady the camera against my face. I guess advanced image stabilizing makes LCD screens and 10x zoom lenses more practical. Admittedly we greatly appreciate the 3 inch screen. Now the kids always want to see the shot right after it's taken. It's fun. The screen is glorious.
As far as motion pictures, I find it hard to believe people regularly use this camera in place of their camcorder; nonetheless, it is handy to have the capability on hand at all times.
The AV cable works well to plug the camera into the front of a big screen TV. We watched the pictures of a birthday dinner last night while we all ate cake back at the house.
I'm wondering when Lumix will put out a new version of this camera with more mega pixels. I notice when I blow up pictures on the computer screen, the quality quickly deteriorates. Where's the 10 or 12 MP pocket-sized Lumix with 10x zoom? I know, I want it all now.
Recommend you buy a USB card reader. They're cheap, and you can scroll from picture to picture with almost no lag time. Not so with the USB cable linked to the camera.
The 4GB card is great, but in hindsight, 2 2GB cards might have been more practical, if only to make it super simple to keep topics separate when, for example, viewing a slide show of the day's event with the participants. Guess I'll need to move further along the camera's learning curve to partition my card.
In sum, the camera is everything as advertised, and more.
The new Pnasonic Lumix DMC - TZ3A camera.......2007-09-14
I have many SLR cameras both Nikon and Canon and I bought this TZ3A as a pocket camera and I love it as a quality point and shoot camera. It has all the features I have on my SLR
cameras, a real quality lens for its size, and it does fit in my shirt pocket. It takes great pictures, and includes image stabilization, a large 28-280mm optical zoom (35mm equivalent), and a giant LCD screen on the back with no viewfinder which I find that not to be a problem. It takes fabulous images outdoors but the indoor images with internal flash are a little weak and there is no provision for an external flash. I can find no fault with the, by Leica, lens. The A on TZ3A model number stands for a blue color which has a nice textured finish. I have taken some serious contest quality photos with it and recommend it highly.
Great product for reasonable price.......2007-09-14
I recently went on a 3 1/2 week trip to Europe with some friends and I wanted a good, durable camera that was small enough to stuff in my purse but that also had a good optical zoom. This Lumix fit the bill perfectly. It's easy to use, has simple point and click as well as more complex features as you become more familiar with the camera. I spent about 10 minutes looking over the instruction booklet and off I went. The zoom totally lived up to its promise. The 10x was awesome and I got incredible shots with my friends coming to the conclusion they wanted 10x cameras too. Another big plus was the durability of the camera. I am less careful than I should be with my high tech stuff. I dropped the camera once (with the lens shut) and also managed to bash it against solid objects a couple other times and it still works great. The pictures themselves were crisp and clear and from my strictly amateur perspective, terrific.
Oh, and I was also very pleased with the battery. Even on a full day when I was out exploring ruins all day long--taking over 300 pictures plus a few short films--the battery was still 1/2 charged by the end of the day. And, once I started remembering I could actually take short films with the camera, I started using this feature more and more. It takes good films, you just have to make sure you pan the camera very slowly.
I would definitely recommend this camera.
Love it!.......2007-09-13
This is a great camera. I was going to get a digital SLR camera because I wanted a faster shooting speed, but after researching further I realized everthing I would give up. This is the best compromise between a compact and a larger SLR camera. I love the 10x zoom, it has a nice big LCD monitor to review pictures and position shots. I've become addicted to filming video clips of my kids and sending them to friends and family thru youtube. My only wish is that it could be faster when shooting multiple shots, but I think it is still better than most compacts. Also some pictures seem to come out a bit darker than I would like, but that might be the photographer. I'm a point and shoot kind of person.
Hopefully my last camera - great!.......2007-09-13
Some of the key features that brot me to this camera: 10x zoom, wide-angle 28mm starting point, compact size, Leica lens. Many other features such as the high-angle option for the LCD, allowing you to hold the camera over your head, proved very useful on our recent trip to France. It took wonderful, vivid fotos - 280 of them - on that trip, it performed beautifully, was easy and quick to operate - I loved it!
The lithium battery did run down thru the day from frequent open-close cycles as the camera would shut itself down between periods of inactivity. But I bought a spare battery for only $11 before we left so that was not a problem.
The battery was the only caution I would make with this camera. The flexibility offered by the zoom range, and the wonderful portability of its size, made this a perfect travel companion for me [as the TZ - Travel Zoom - designation apparently intended].
Bravo, Panasonic!
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