Panasonic LUMIX ZS100 4K Point and Shoot Camera, 10X LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT F2.8-5.9 Lens with Hybrid O.I.S., 20.1 Megapixels, 1 Inch High Sensitivity Sensor, 3 Inch LCD, DMC-ZS100S (USA SILVER)

First off, phones can't match the versatility of a small, dedicated camera that offers a large sensor (lets more light in, which allows for better exposure and better low-light performance) and great zoom. This camera is easy to use, takes great photos (even just keeping it on the automatic setting), and can appeal to beginners and enthusiasts alike. I am most impressed with:- Low-light performance- Zoom - Even at full zoom, photos maintain their quality with this camera- Portability - Perfect for travel or just a quick hikeThe bottom line is (generally) with cameras and camera equipment, what you pay for is what you get, and this camera packs so much into such a small package, the value is outstanding. If you truly want control over your photos and the improved versatility I mentioned above, you should look no further. Bring your phone as a backup, but it cannot compete with the overall quality this camera offers.

Love this camera but was disappointed with the auto focus speed. Once focused it is spot on however. It's great in low light and the ISO choices are many. The zoom is adequet but wish it were 15x like my panny fr1000. The camera is very slippery and hard to hold so l bought an aftermarket adapter for the grip and thumb rest and now it feels very secure in my hand. This can be purchased online a a very affordable price. Overall a very nice camera and images are very good.

Yes this is it! I had ordered the ZS70 before but found out that I accidentally hit the buttons on the back wrong who are close together and it messed up my settings. I loved it for the 30 x zoom. So I sent it back and replaced it with the ZS100.The buttons are placed different and I can handle it better. Unfortunately I lost the long zoom, but with the setting EX, it will zoom up to 20 x and this is enough for my travel pictures.It is a sweet little thing. I am a Nikon person (I own 2) but for travelling (flying) they got too heavy and bulky. So I was searching for a potent travel camera. With the Lumix, the Leica lens got my attention.It is known as the best lens on the market. So I own one now!Update:I honestly tried! I did not do well with this camera. When I travel, I want to be sure when I turn it on that the settings are still where I had it before. I messed up important shots, because I must have accidentally touched the screen or one of the close together buttons on the back. I need reading glasses for close up and are not always able to put them on before I take a photo, especially driving a Segway.The Camera has so many exciting features and I am sure it is a very valuable camera for somebody adventurous.Now I am going back to what I know best!

I was a Nikon shooter and have owned several DSLR bodies and lenses. But ever since the iPhones came out, I just wasn't using all of my "good" photography equipment as often as I should. The iPhone cameras had become "good-enough" for what I photograph (school events, concerts, vacations, family, etc...). Currently, I carry an iPhone 6 and feel that its picture quality has exceeded most 2/3" sensor point-and-shoot cameras. Still - I often miss the detail of the DSLR sensor, clarity of true optical zoom, and the DSLR's superior low-light capability.That's where this Panasonic fits in. I've been looking for a pocketable travel camera that can bridge the gap between an iPhone 6 and my Nikon DSLRs. My requirements were as follows: small camera body, attached lens (so it can be used at concerts), 1" sensor, and a generous zoom range.What's so important about the sensor size? A camera with a larger 1" sensor is able to capture more photo detail with less noise than the usual 2/3" size. This is most noticeable when taking photos in low light. The Sony RX 100 III and Canon G7x are the benchmarks for the 1" sensor cameras, but I needed a longer zoom in order to shoot concerts, and sports. As far as I can tell, the Panasonic is unique in this price range for the combination of the 1" sensor and longer-than-the-competition zoom.Likes:* Solid Feel* standard micro-USB cable* Larger 1" sensor (larger than the majority of point-and-shoot models)* Longest zoom in this price range amongst its peers* RAW+JPG option* 4K Video* Touchscreen* Electronic Viewfinder* physical lens-ring control* thumb-wheel control* Smartphone integration (I can only test the iPhone app) - Live real-time camera controls, transfer photos and videos, GPS tagging* Fast menus* Fast focus* Custom White Balance* Full manual controls* Customizable Dials* Create features such as Post Focus and 4K PhotoDislikes: (these are really first-world problems)* no flash hot shoe (but its competitors may not have one either)* no external microphone option (but its competitors may not have one either)* It barely fits in my front-jeans pocket. I have to be careful not to scratch it with the metal rivet on the jeansPanasonic has this very interesting feature called Post Focus. The camera will rapid fire a series of shots using different focal points and let the user choose what to focus on AFTER the picture has been taken. Another unique feature is 4K Photo, the camera will basically take 4K video and let you extract high-quality 4K stills from the stream. I can see this being extremely useful with fast moving kids and pets.I plan to add more to this review in the future...but for now, I've attached some photos samples. I've also included a size comparison between the iPhone 6 and Panasonic. As well as low-light comparison shots between the iPhone 6 and Panasonic in a poorly lit room. All shots including the low-light shots were hand-held without a tripod.So far, every camera feature appears to work as advertised. There were comments on another website about wifi problems, I had none. The wireless bridge between the camera and iPhone worked every time. Note: I do have a dual-band router and although the 2.4Ghz channel was found, the 5Ghz was not. That may be why it didn't matter in my place.

Bought this because I didn’t want to bring my “big” camera to Hawaii. I should have just brought the big one. This is uncomfortable to use and hold. I’m a small person with small hands and it STILL was difficult to hold. Trying to use the modes on it was impossible. The learning curve on this camera is steep. I read the manual, practiced at home, and STILL struggled to get the camera settings correct. I use a Canon 7D in manual mode and understand how to use a camera, but this camera was NOT user friendly at all. Many of my pictures were blurred because of delayed shutter speed (I do like the instant gratification of that REAL shutter click on a DSLR), focal points were all over the place. Extended zoom was finally figured out, but the quality of images at the extended point was fair at best.This was a once-in-a-lifetime, 25th anniversary trip, and I’m glad I had my phone to take pictures with, because I wouldn’t have many memories with this camera. Wish I could send it back.