Panasonic DMC TZ58 Review

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The DMC TZ58 was presented by Panasonic in April 2015. It is a Superzoom Digital Camera.
Brand	Panasonic
Category	Superzoom
Date	04/2015

Sensor Properties
In additional DMC TZ58 has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 6 x 5 mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″). Also DMC TZ58’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 16 megapixel. The resolution is somewhat below average but will be sufficient for most purposes. Photos with this resolution can easily be printed to A3 size. The Panasonic supports taking images in RAW. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computer, using software like Adobe Lightroom or Panasonic’s RAW converter. This involves one extra processing step but almost always results in superior image quality. Some filters, like converting to monochrome (black and white) will only yield decent results when used with RAW images.
Format	Compact
Sensor area	6.17 x 4.55mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″)
Type	CMOS
Resolution (physical)	17.50 megapixel
Resolution (effective)	16.00 megapixel
Pixel size	1.79 µm²
Sensor cleaning
RAW support
Continuous	10 frames/second

Lens
Interchangeable
Focal length (min)	24mm
Focal length (max)	480mm
Aperture (max)	3.3
Aperture (min)	6.4
Viewfinder Properties
The DMC TZ58 does not come with a built-in viewfinder. The camera’s display is used to compose the photo. That can be cumbersome in broad daylight.

Shutter
The DMC TZ58’s shutter speed varies from 1/2000s to 4s. The highest shutter speed of the Panasonic is just 1/2000s. That’s no longer state of the art and may cause problems in challenging light conditions.
Max. shutter speed	1/2000s
Min. shutter speed	4s
Sensitivity Properties
The DMC TZ58’s sensitivity is from 80 ISO and 3200 ISO. Also, Panasonic’s sensitivity can be boosted to 6400. Therefore, ISO boosting will lead to growth noise.
Automatic
Min. sensitivity	80 ISO
Max. sensitivity	3200 ISO
Boost	6400 ISO
Exposure Modes
The DMC TZ58 supports all general exposure modes. The Panasonic allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.
Multi
Center weight
Partial
Spot
Auto Focus Properties
The DMC TZ58’s auto focus processor uses 21 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. in low light). The Panasonic doesn’t support manual focussing. That can be an issue if the auto focus has problems with your subject or lighting.
Type	Contrast Detection
AF points	21
Manual focusing

Flash Specs
The DMC TZ58 features a built-in flash with a range of up to 6m (20 ft.). That range will work for most situations. A hotshoe is missing from the Panasonic.
Built-in
Range	6.00m (20 ft.)
Hot shoe
Display Specs
The DMC TZ58 features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 1.04 megapixel. That’s about average. The camera’s display is articulated, a plus for selfies and other challenging situations. The DMC TZ58 does not feature a touch screen. Display characteristics at a glance:
Type	LCD
Size	75.00mm (diagonal) (3.0 in.)
Resolution	1.04 megapixel
Articulated
Touch screen
Video Specs
DMC TZ58 video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel. ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone. Panasonic DMC TZ58 Video parameters:
Max. resolution	1920 x 1080 pixel
…with frame rates	30 frames/second
External microphone
Connectivity & Wireless Specs
The DMC TZ58 has Wi-fi connection. You can transfer photos to a mobile or laptop using wi-fi. Connect the Panasonic to a monitor or TV set over HDMI. The Panasonic supports USB 2.0. Connection parameters:
WiFi
Bluetooth
NFC
Remote (wired)
Remote (infrared)
Apps
HDMI (standard)
HDMI (mini)
HDMI (micro)
USB 2.0
USB 3.0
USB Micro
USB Mini
USB-C
Custom

Memory
The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards. Memory cards characteristics:
Slots	1
Memory cards	SD SDHC SDXC
Battery
The Panasonic DMC TZ58 has a BCM13E LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 350 shots. It`s enough for one day or more. The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway. The DMC TZ58’s battery battery parameters:
Type	BCM13E LiIon
Removable
In-camera charging
Battery life	350 photos
Size
The Panasonic DMC TZ58’s dimensions are 107.9 x 59.9 x 32.1mm³. (4.2″ x 2.4″ x 1.3″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is only 248 grams (8.0 oz.), lens included. Here is front and top view of the DMC TZ58:


Dimensions Comparison
To put the size of the camera in context, here it is next to a typical ID card (c. 86mm x 55mm, about the size of a credit card). The DMC TZ58 is not much bigger: