Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20

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The TZ7 and TZ10 use the same batteries. I have both these models.

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It’s been really useful reading all the readers comments here. I have a Lumix TZ7, and a Lumix TZ 10. After reading all about the pros and cons of the TZ 20, the specs are maybe just to stay ahead of the competition. I have tried the camera, the 3D mode is interesting, the touch screen is a nuisance, but the comments about picture quality dropping with max zoom, and lens quality differing from the TZ7/10, maybe i will just stick to the 7 and 10., as the touch screen is enough to put me off. I will never ever part with the TZ7. p.s. My wife has a new Panasonic DMC FS 35. I can’t find any comments on this site about it.

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Dear All Please note

Panasonic DMC Tz20 is the third class camera d’note buy this camera
picture quality bade pure night mode allways dark picture only
i was sent to panasonic service center two time this camera for
repair within 6 months i sujjest to all of one please do not to go
with panasonic camera very badd camera i have no word for this
camera is my bp is go high after purchased this third class camera
oh my god very horrible camera buy any onether brand camera rather than panasonic DMC TZ20

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I have had a DMC TZ20 for almost 2 years and it goes everywhere with me as my second camera. It has taken thousands of images and I have yet to find a fault or annoyance with the camera.
I have read comments from other users about touch screen issues, but I’d had the camera for months before I even bothered to try using it. Having tried it, I felt more comfortable using the menu system as it was the same as the TZ10 I was used to. I still have my TZ10 but just leave it in my car as a spare and it never gets used because the TZ20 has not let me down.
Yes, the GPS is power hungry but I’m aware of it and have it ‘off’ most of the time. I always carry a spare battery (which is the same as for the TZ10), but on a days shooting of stills, I have never needed to change or replace the battery. No probs with noise, either from the sensor or on my zoomed images so I can’t find anything to complain about.
Very happy with the wide-angle which is great for photographing building and the 16x zoom has provided more that adequate pics of aircraft.
If I had to find fault, it would be that it does not take good macro shots in poor light and there you have it! Otherwise it is perfect for my needs.