Panasonic DMC TZ71 Detailed Review

In additional DMC TZ71 has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 6 x 5 mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″).

Also DMC TZ71’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 12 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.

The DMC TZ71 uses an electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 1.16 megapixel, an above average value for a viewfinder like this.

The magnifcation is c. 0.46x, an average value for an electronic viewfinder.

The DMC TZ71’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.

The DMC TZ71’s sensitivity goes from 80 ISO und 6400 ISO, a very useful and practical range.

The DMC TZ71 supports all general exposure modes.

The Panasonic allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.

The DMC TZ71’s auto focus processor uses 23 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 DMC TZ71 features a built-in flash with a range of up to 6m (21 ft.). That range will work for most situations.

A hotshoe is missing from the Panasonic.

The DMC TZ71 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 DMC TZ71’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies.

The DMC TZ71 does not feature a touch screen.

Display characteristics at a glance:

DMC TZ71 video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel.

ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone.

Panasonic DMC TZ71 Video parameters:

The DMC TZ71 has Wifi connectivity already built-in. Use Wifi to transfer images to a smartphone or computer and to remote control the camera. With NFC, camera and smartphone can be paired without the need for passwords.

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 DMC TZ71 has a BLG10E LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 300 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 TZ71’s battery battery parameters:

The Panasonic DMC TZ71’s dimensions are 110.7 x 64.6 x 34.4mm³. (4.4″ x 2.5″ x 1.4″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is only 243 grams (7.8 oz.), lens included.

Here is front and top view of the DMC TZ71:

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 TZ71 is not much bigger: