Panasonic Lumix TZ81

24 - 720 mm, 18.10 Mpx, 1/2,3''

Product details

The compact Leica Vario-Elmar 30x-Zoom 3.3-6.4/4.3-129mm covers the wide range from 24mm super wide-angle to 720mm super telephoto (KB). The five-axis Hybrid O.
I. S. + Image Stabilizer effectively protects against camera shake and allows sharp, free-hand photo and video shots even with the longest focal length. The TZ81 uses an 18.1 megapixel high-sensitivity MOS sensor. This guarantees sharp and detailed photos and videos. The standard ISO range now includes ISO 80-6.400. The Lumix TZ81 also allows photo recording in RAW format to take full advantage of the sensor's quality reserves.

The Lumix TZ81 enables the recording of outstanding 4K videos with the quadruple resolution of Full-HD. But photographers also benefit from the strengths of 4K technology. With the 4K photo function, they simply separate the perfect moment out of 4K shots at 30fps - for example, exactly the fraction of a second in which the fingers touch the water surface during a dive. The desired single image is saved as a JPEG photo with 8 megapixel resolution - for printing, sharing and viewing again and again.
As a further 4K function, the post-focus function allows the focus determination after triggering. When shooting in 4K resolution, the camera detects up to 49 levels of sharpness from near to far. Afterwards, simply tap on the image area to be focused and save the image with the desired focus as 8 megapixel JPEG. Alternatively, several focus levels can be selected and subsequently joined to form a larger focus area by means of software (sold separately) ("Focus Stacking").

The Lumix TZ81 has an integrated viewfinder with eye sensor for safe and convenient image control. Back in the TZ series is the touch monitor including direct touch autofocus positioning and touch triggering. For better control, the focus area can easily be enlarged by Multi-Touch operation. The focus determination in the post-focus function is also conceivably easy with the touch screen.

For fast-response focusing, a linear motor is integrated that works with the fast hybrid contrast AF system with DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology. It calculates the distance to the subject 240 times per second. This is done by evaluating two images with different levels of sharpness, taking into account the data coming from the lens. The TZ81 achieves a super fast AF time of only 0.1 seconds. This advantage becomes more and more noticeable with increasing focal length.

A variable image design in an uncomplicated way allows for several wheels, knobs and a handy, practical rotating ring around the lens. It provides direct, intuitive control of commonly used settings such as aperture, shutter speed, focus, filter effects, and scene modes. The settings are displayed on quasi-analog scales at the bottom of the Live View screen.

Built-in WiFi connectivity lets you share pictures quickly with friends and family from anywhere in the world. The smartphone connection can also be used to store GPS data on the images.
In addition, the smartphone or tablet acts as a detached control monitor, allowing you to remotely control zoom, focus and shutter release without the camera itself being in range.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
10 FPS
Camera type
Compact camera
Camera equipment
Lens built-in
Wireless transmission
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
1/2,3''
Item number
5675784

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
DMC-TZ81EG-K
Release date
12.1.2016

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scene mode
Children
Landscape
Night
Night Portrait
Portrait
Rear light
Sports
Sunset
Scope of application
Travel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH
EU
Camera type
Compact camera
Camera equipment
Lens built-in
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Flash integrated
White balance
Automatic
Flash
Exposure type
Manual
Exposure compensation
± 5EV in 1/3 steps
Closure type
Mechanical-switch
Self-timer delay
10 s
2 s
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Slow synchronisation

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
18.10 Mpx
Image resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Image sensor type
CMOS
Image sensor format
1/2,3''
Min. ISO sensitivity
80
Max. ISO Sensitivity
6400

Camera lens properties

Focal length
24 - 720 mm
Min. focal length
24 mm
Max. focal length
720 mm
Optical zoom
30 x
Lens equipment
Image stabilisation

Objective 2 properties

Aperture
f/3.3 - 6.4
Focal length
4.3 - 129 mm
Optical zoom
30 x

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
1040000 Pixels
Display functions
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
1166000 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus
Minimum focus distance
3 cm
Autofocus areas
49 x

Performance

Shutter speed
1 - 1/16000 s
Min. shutter speed
4 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/16000 s
Continuous shooting mode
10 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Max. refresh rate
25p
Max. frame rate
4K (25fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Number of storage compartments
1

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG
RAW
Video file formats
AVCHD
AVCHD Progressive
mp4

Durability

Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
Micro HDMI (Type D)
USB multi

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Battery properties

Power capacity
7.38 Wh

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
1 x power supply
USB cable
Wrist strap

Product dimensions

Width
38 mm
Length
112 mm
Height
64 mm
Weight
282 g

Package dimensions

Length
13.50 cm
Width
12.50 cm
Height
8 cm
Weight
494 g

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 8.Olympus
  • 9.Kodak
  • 10.Goxtreme
  • 10.Panasonic
  • 12.Easypix

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Sony
  • 7.RICOH
  • 8.Panasonic
  • 9.Olympus
  • 9.OM System

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Sony
  • 8.Olympus
  • 9.Panasonic
  • 10.Nikon
  • 11.RICOH
Source: Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good84/100
Good77/100
Stiftung WarentestSingle testReleaseJuly 2016

Gute kleine Kompaktkamera mit Superzoom, gutem elektronischen Sucher, manuellen Funktionen und Netzwerkfunktion. Guter Monitor, schnelle Kamera, grundlegende Handgriffe funktionieren einfach, für eine Kamera mit starkem Zoom ausgesprochen leicht und flach, viele Extras und Funktionen.

Good75/100Rank 3 out of 10
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Computer Bild10 Reisekameras im TestReleaseJuly 2016

Bei Tageslicht Top-Bildqualität, Videos mit 4K-Aufnahme, schneller Autofokus, gute Ausstattung mit großem Zoom, kleiner Sucher.

Without ratingNo ratingRank 4 out of 5
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Avguide.chTest von fünf Fotokameras für Reise und FerienReleaseJuly 2016

Bei Tageslicht liegen die 18-Megapixel-Fotos bei Kantenschärfe und Bildrauschen auf einem erfreulich hohen Niveau. Bei Dämmerlicht und Aufnahmen in Innenräumen ab ISO 800 fällt die Qualität sichtlich ab, vor allem im Telebereich. Weitwinkelaufnahmen sind meist noch zu gebrauchen...

Very good93/100
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dkamera.deSingle testReleaseJune 2016
  • PositiveMit 24mm sehr brauchbarer Weitwinkelbereich
  • PositiveDie Digitalkamera liegt sehr gut in der Hand
  • PositiveHervorragender optischer Bildstabilisator bei Fotos
  • PositiveSehr hohe Bildrate im Serienbildmodus (im Labor bis zu 10,5 Bilder/Sek.)
  • PositiveVier frei belegbare Fn-Tasten vorhanden
  • PositiveFrei belegbarer Einstellring am Objektiv
    Very good89/100
    CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseMarch 2016
    • PositiveScharfer Sucher
    • PositiveSchnelle Serienaufnahme und Autofokus
    • PositiveUltra-HD-Video inkl.Foto-Modi
    • PositiveViel Zoom
    • NegativeStromhungriger und kleiner Sucher
    • Negative...der aber im Tele zu Schärfeverlust führt

    Die Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ81 überzeugt im Test als starke Reisezoom-Kamera mit 30fach-Zoom. Auch die restlichen Extras wie elektronischer Sucher, Touchscreen und vor allem Ultra-HD-Video inklusive Foto-Modi finden Anklang. Lediglich die Bildqualität kann mit der insgesamt sehr Ausstattung und Geschwindigkeit nicht ganz mithalten. Für eine Kamera dieser Klasse geht?s dennoch in Ordnung.