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Panasonic Lumix TZ99 — Silver reviews
Brand: Panasonic
Current — New UK retailer availability verified. Checked 22 Oct 2026, 23:24 UTC
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Manufacturer model codeDC-TZ99E-S
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About the Panasonic Lumix TZ99 — Silver
Panasonic Lumix TZ99 — Silver is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 20.3; image sensor size: 1/2.3-inch. This entry covers manufacturer model code DC-TZ99E-S. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Panasonic Lumix TZ99 — Silver, the recorded details include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 20.3; sensor type: High Sensitivity MOS Sensor. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixels
- 20.3
- Sensor type
- High Sensitivity MOS Sensor
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.3-inch
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3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
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Panasonic Lumix TZ99 — Silver specifications
Manufacturer model code: DC-TZ99E-S · Verified UK retailer product record · Checked 11 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Camera type | Compact camera |
|---|---|
| Megapixels | 20.3 |
| Sensor type | High Sensitivity MOS Sensor |
| Image sensor size | 1/2.3-inch |
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Display1 detail
| Display diagonal (inches) | 3 |
|---|
Camera, image & video11 details
| Exposure Compensation | 1/3 EV step, +/-5 EV (+/-3 EV for motion picture) |
|---|---|
| Exposure Modes | Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual |
| Image Stabilisation | 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S (not available for 4K video) |
| Lens Elements | 12 |
| Lens Groups | 9 |
| Max Aperture ~ Tele | 6.4 |
| Max Aperture ~ Wide | 3.3 |
| Optical Zoom [x] | 30.0 |
| Resolution | 1,840k dots |
| Shutter Speed Max | 1/2,000 |
| Shutter Speed Min | 4 seconds |
Connections & wireless1 detail
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, microHDMI typeD, USB Type-C |
|---|
Design & dimensions3 details
| Product colour | Silver |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 112.0 x 67.8 x 43.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 322.00 |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| File Formats | JPEG (DCF/Exif2.31), RAW |
|---|
Further product details5 details
| AEB [Bracketing] | 3, 5, 7 images in 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV step, Max. +/-3 EV |
|---|---|
| Card Format | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
| Flash Type | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| ISO Max | 3200 |
| ISO Min | 80 |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Package type | Camera with built-in lens |
|---|
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