Panasonic Lumix TZ81
24 - 720 mm, 18.10 Mpx, 1/2,3''Product details
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.
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 |
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Category | |
Manufacturer no. | DMC-TZ81EG-K |
Release date | 12.1.2016 |
Colour group | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Scene mode | Children, Landscape, Night, Night Portrait, Portrait, Rear light, Sports, Sunset |
Scope of application | Travel photography |
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 |
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 |
Focal length | 24 - 720 mm |
Min. focal length | 24 mm |
Max. focal length | 720 mm |
Optical zoom | 30 x |
Lens equipment | Image stabilisation |
Aperture | f/3.3 - 6.4 |
Focal length | 4.3 - 129 mm |
Optical zoom | 30 x |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Resolution | 1040000 Pixels |
Display functions | Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 1166000 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Minimum focus distance | 3 cm |
Autofocus areas | 49 x |
Shutter speed | 1 - 1/16000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 4 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/16000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 10 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. refresh rate | 25p |
Max. frame rate | 4K (25fps) |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, mp4 |
Waterproof | 0 m |
Connections | Micro HDMI (Type D), USB multi |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Power capacity | 7.38 Wh |
Scope of delivery | 1 x power supply, USB cable, Wrist strap |
Width | 38 mm |
Length | 112 mm |
Height | 64 mm |
Weight | 282 g |
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.Olympus2.1 %
- 9.Kodak2.6 %
- 10.Goxtreme2.7 %
- 10.Panasonic2.7 %
- 12.Easypix4.3 %
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.Sony7 days
- 7.RICOH9 days
- 8.Panasonic12 days
- 9.Olympus13 days
- 9.OM System13 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 7.Sony4.5 %
- 8.Olympus5 %
- 9.Panasonic5.3 %
- 10.Nikon5.5 %
- 11.RICOH6.5 %
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.
Bei Tageslicht Top-Bildqualität, Videos mit 4K-Aufnahme, schneller Autofokus, gute Ausstattung mit großem Zoom, kleiner Sucher.
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...
- Mit 24mm sehr brauchbarer Weitwinkelbereich
- Die Digitalkamera liegt sehr gut in der Hand
- Hervorragender optischer Bildstabilisator bei Fotos
- Sehr hohe Bildrate im Serienbildmodus (im Labor bis zu 10,5 Bilder/Sek.)
- Vier frei belegbare Fn-Tasten vorhanden
- Frei belegbarer Einstellring am Objektiv
- Scharfer Sucher
- Schnelle Serienaufnahme und Autofokus
- Ultra-HD-Video inkl.Foto-Modi
- Viel Zoom
- Stromhungriger und kleiner Sucher
- ...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.