Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 Digital Camera, 18.1MP, 30x Optical Zoom, 3" 920K-Dot LCD Display, USB, HDMI, Built-in Wi-Fi, Panorama, GPS - Silver

2016-02-08T11:47:29

Not quite what I had hoped from this camera after reading reviews on various sites. It's light and easily fits in a pocket but the photo results are disappointing. As many reviews state, there is a mega zoom feature on this camera but the focus time is very slow. In fact, the focus time is very slow with close up photos as well. This is my third Panasonic Lumix- it will probably be my last.

Bill W.

2015-04-08T21:00:00

The photos are good and with GPS, panorama, scene modes, Wifi, 30x zoom, view finder, HD slo-mo and full manual settings; what's not to like? Just a fantastic pocket camera. Now, if only the video was downloaded with the photos instead of being buried DEEP in a separate folder; it is annoying that I can erase all (including video) with ONE stroke. This is a software issue that several of the P&S mfgrs have. FIX IT!!!

TERRY A.

2015-04-01T21:00:00

I have not had a chance to use this product much but it seems to be a much improved version of the SZ20 which I have used. I like the viewfinder. The LCD screen seems much brighter and I presume that sunlight will affect it less.

DENNIS K.

2014-08-11T21:00:00

I needed a smaller camera when I didn't want to carry my dSLR and lenses. This is a great camera that works well on program setting along with other programmable features. Has an aperture adjustment that allows some control over program's depth of field choice. However, the auto format was usually exactly what the photo situation required. LCD screen is bright enough under almost all conditions. I used the small view finder in very, very bright conditions. Nice option. Very satisfied.

furiae

2014-06-16T21:00:00

Not what I was expecting. Lots of features. Great zoom. Soft focus. Takes shots when NOT in focus. Slow to focus. Pictures have a slight yellow tint. I thought this would be a good family vacation camera and a step up from my Leica D produced by Panasonic. Boy was I wrong. I wish the Leica had a stronger zoom then it would be great.

D G.

2014-03-31T21:00:00

My previous camera was an older version of the Panasonic Lumix DMC..It died and I am very happy with this new model..The best feature is the 30X lens...I have taken some wonderful wildlife shots and it does a great job with my granddaughters as well..To early to talk about the cons...none so far

HENRY G.