Panasonic DC TZ202 Detailed Review

In additional DC TZ202 has a 1″ CMOS sensor with size of 13 x 9 mm² (0.52″ x 0.35″).

Picture of DC TZ202’s sensor compared to popular format.

Also 1-Euro coin has a diameter of 23.25mm.

The DC TZ202’s sensor has resolution of 20 megapixel.

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.

The DC TZ202 uses an electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2.33 megapixel, an excellent value for a viewfinder like this which makes the camera a joy to use.

The magnifcation is c. 0.53x, an average value for an electronic viewfinder.

The DC TZ202’s shutter speed varies from 1/2000s to 60s.

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.

The DC TZ202’s sensitivity goes from 80 ISO und 25600 ISO, a very useful and practical range.

The DC TZ202 supports all general exposure modes.

The Panasonic allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.

The DC TZ202’s auto focus processor uses 49 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).

Manual focus is also possible with the Panasonic, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom.

The DC TZ202 features a built-in flash with a range of up to 7m (23 ft.). That range will work for most situations.

A hotshoe is missing from the Panasonic.

The DC TZ202 features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 1.04 megapixel. That’s about average.

Unfortunately, the DC TZ202’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies.

The DC TZ202’s monitor can work as a touch screen, just like a smartphone. That can be very useful, for example to pick AF points, but keep in mind that touch screens usually don’t work when wearing gloves.

Display characteristics at a glance:

DC TZ202 video supported the resolution with 3840 x 2160 pixel.

ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone.

Panasonic DC TZ202 Video parameters:

The DC TZ202 has Wi-fi connection. You can transfer photos to a mobile or laptop using wi-fi.

For photo transferring users may use Bluetooth option.

Connect the Panasonic to a monitor or TV set over HDMI.

The Panasonic supports USB 2.0.

Connection parameters:

The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards.

Memory cards characteristics:

The Panasonic DC TZ202 has a BLG10E LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 370 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 DC TZ202’s battery battery parameters:

The Panasonic DC TZ202’s dimensions are 111.2 x 66.4 x 45.2mm³. (4.4″ x 2.6″ x 1.8″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is a reasonable 340 grams (11.0 oz.), lens included.

Here is front and top view of the DC TZ202:

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 DC TZ202 is not much bigger: