- Is the ZS99 worth it over a phone camera?
- If you need real optical zoom, yes. The 30x lens reaches 720mm, which no phone matches, and the stabilization holds up at long focal lengths. For low light and fine detail, a phone or a 1-inch compact will do better.
- How does it compare with the ZS80 or other travel zooms?
- It keeps the same 30x zoom concept and compact body as earlier ZS models, with a 20.3MP sensor, 5-axis Hybrid O.I.S. and 4K video. Rivals with 1-inch sensors beat it on image quality but give up most of the zoom range.
- Is the battery good enough for a day of travel?
- Expect a few hundred shots per charge, less with heavy zooming and 4K video. Carry a spare battery for full days out.
- Can it shoot video and stills at the same time?
- It records 4K video at 30p, and the 4K Photo modes let you pull 8MP stills from that footage at up to 30 fps.
- Does it have a viewfinder?
- No, framing is done on the tilting rear LCD. That is common in this class of compact travel zoom.
- What comes in the box?
- The camera, a battery, a charger or USB cable for charging, a strap and basic documentation. A memory card is not included, so buy one separately.
- Where is the Panasonic Lumix ZS99 Digital Camera (Black) cheapest?
- At Hot Rod Cameras, for $549.99, 21% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Panasonic Lumix ZS99 Digital Camera (Black)?
- Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 145 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Panasonic Lumix ZS99 Digital Camera (Black)?
- 8 stores we checked sell it, including Teds Electronics, ExcellentPhoto, Camera West, B&C Camera, Glazer's Camera.