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ProductCode: panasonic_dmcts3
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Name: Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 (Lumix DMC-FT3)
ShortSpecs:
    - 12 megapixels
    - 2.7″ screen
    - 28 – 128 mm (4.6×)
ReviewScore: 72
URL: /products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmcts3
ReviewData:
    ExecutiveSummary: The DMC-TS3/FT3 rugged compact inherits core features from previous generation of weatherproof compacts and adds a built-in GPS function, a compass, altimeter and barometer. The body also gets a cosmetic makeover offering a better grip while retaining its pocketability. It is dustproof, waterproof up to depths of 12m (40 feet), shockproof against a drop of up to 2 meters (6.6 ft), and freezeproof down to -10 degrees C (14F). Along with the still photography features, the camera offers full 1080i60 HD video recording capability along with Panasonic's latest Active mode for less shaky videos and a 3D photo mode.
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    ReviewSummary:
        GoodFor: High quality everyday photography and videography in virtually any situation.
        NotSoGoodFor: Users who do not want to adjust manual settings, as the DMC-TS3 has some nice features that must be turned on manually, like its LED light.
        Conclusion: The Panasonic DMC-TS3 is one of the best-featured and best-performing cameras in the 'rugged' compact camera class. It is capable of delivering consistently high quality images and video in just about any circumstances, and its operations are very straightforward.
    ASIN:
        - B004KKZ0JC
        - B004KKZ0J2
        - B004KKZ0JM
Specs:
    AEBracketing: ""
    Announced: Jan 25, 2011
    AperturePriority: "No"
    ArticulatedLCD: Fixed
    Autofocus:
        - Contrast Detect (sensor)
        - Multi-area
        - Center
        - Tracking
        - Single
        - Continuous
        - Live View
    AutofocusAssistLamp: ""
    Battery: Battery Pack
    BatteryDescription: Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery & charger
    BatteryLifeCIPA: "310"
    BodyType: Compact
    BoostedISOMaximum: "6400"
    BoostedISOMinimum: "1600"
    BuiltInFlash: "Yes"
    BuyingOptions: Check prices
    ColorFilterArray: ""
    ColorSpace: ""
    ContinuousDrive: 3.7 fps
    CustomWhiteBalance: "Yes"
    DigitalZoom: Yes (4.6x)
    Dimensions: 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″)
    DriveModes: ""
    Durability: Waterproof, Shockproof
    EffectivePixels: 12 megapixels
    EnvironmentallySealed: Yes (Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Dustproof)
    ExposureCompensation: ±2
    ExposureModes: ""
    ExternalFlash: ""
    FileFormat: ""
    FlashModes: Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
    FlashRange: 5.60 m
    FocalLengthEquiv: 28–128 mm
    Format: MPEG-4, AVCHD
    GPS: Built-in
    GPSNotes: and Barometer, Compass and Altimeter
    HDMI: "Yes"
    HeadphonePort: ""
    ISO: Auto, Hi Auto (1600-6400), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
    ImageRatioWh: 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
    ImageStabilization: Optical
    JPEGQualityLevels: Fine, Standard
    LiveView: "Yes"
    MSRP: ""
    MacroFocusRange: 5 cm (1.97″)
    ManualExposureMode: "No"
    ManualFocus: "No"
    MaxResolution: 4000 x 3000
    MaximumAperture: F3.3–5.9
    MaximumShutterSpeed: 1/1300 sec
    MeteringModes:
        - Multi
    Microphone: Mono
    MicrophonePort: ""
    MinimumShutterSpeed: 60 sec
    NormalFocusRange: 30 cm (11.81″)
    NumberOfFocusPoints: "11"
    OpticalZoom: 4.6×
    OrientationSensor: "Yes"
    OtherResolutions: 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1600 x 904, 1504 x 1504
    Processor: Venus Engine FHD
    RemoteControl: "No"
    Resolutions: 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
    ReviewPreview: "72%DPReview score\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    \n                                        Read group review ...\n                                    \n                                    \n                                        Aug 17, 2011"
    SceneModes: ""
    ScreenDots: 230,000
    ScreenSize: 2.7″
    ScreenType: TFT LCD
    SelfTimer: "Yes"
    SensorPhotoDetectors: 13 megapixels
    SensorSize: 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm)
    SensorType: CCD
    ShutterPriority: "No"
    Speaker: ""
    StorageIncluded: 19 MB Internal
    StorageTypes: SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
    SubjectSceneModes: "Yes"
    TimelapseRecording: "No"
    TouchScreen: "No"
    USB: USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    UncompressedFormat: "No"
    ViewfinderType: None
    WBBracketing: "No"
    WeightIncBatteries: 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz)
    WhiteBalancePresets: "4"
    Wireless: ""
    WirelessNotes: ""