overview
Dive deep into the sea for some breathtaking shots with the Panasonic TS7A Waterproof Camera. It features an integrated Lumix DC Vario 4.6× zoom lens. The waterproof construction of the camera ensures functionality up to 101.7 feet below water. It can also withstand rough treatment to ensure durability. The 20.4 MP MOS sensor offers high-resolution pictures and UHD 4K videos at 30 fps. Additionally, the 4K burst recording modes provide continuous shots up to 30 fps. Your videos and photos have reduced blur when the POWER O.I.S. is enabled. The 3.0-inch LCD has the automatic brightness adjustment to offer a comfortable view of scenes. With the built-in Wi-Fi, you can transfer photos to linked smartphones. The integrated front LED makes it possible see in dim areas. You can capture approximately 300 photos by using the rear LCD and 250 shots with the electronic viewfinder on a single charge.
Optics and Focus
The built-in Lumix DC Vario lens offers a 35mm-equivalent focal range of 28–128mm, and adjustable aperture of f/3.3 on wide setting and f/5.9 on telephoto setting. Its optical design of 10 elements in 8 groups includes 5 aspherical lenses to correct spherical distortions at the edges. The Extra Optical Zoom function allows you to use the in-camera cropping and intelligent zoom functions. This Panasonic waterproof camera features the POWER O.I.S. to compensate for camera shakes while shooting handheld. You can expand the native ISO range to 6400 for working in low light. The camera accurately tracks subjects with its AF-S and AF focus modes. Additionally, the post-focus function lets you choose the point of focus after capturing the picture.
Sensor and Screen
The 20.4 MP MOS sensor is incorporated into this Panasonic camera for providing high sensitivity to light to support underwater photography and video capture. View scenes comfortably on the 3.0-inch LCD, which offers a screen resolution of 1.04m dots. Moreover, the LCD has a tempered glass protection to keep it safe from impacts. The automatic brightness adjustment balances the visibility according to the lighting condition. Alternatively, you may use the Live View Finder, which offers a 1.17m-dot resolution, for taking photos from an eye-level position.
Image and Video
The Panasonic TS7A waterproof camera takes stills in the JPEG format with a maximum resolution of 5184×3888 pixels. You can record UHD 4K videos at 30 fps and 24 fps. The Full HD 1080p recording function has a maximum frame rate of 60 fps that allows you to slow down the video in post-processing. With this Panasonic camera, you can capture continuous full-resolution shots at 10 fps. Three 4K burst modes are also included to record 8 MP shots at 30 fps. Various creative control modes and scene guides give versatility in your photography.
Other Features
The built-in Wi-Fi lets you transfer pictures to smartphones via the Panasonic Image App. You can also embed the smartphone location to the captured image. The front LED makes it easy to see obstructions in front when going through a dark area. An electronic compass and altimeter are also included to ensure easy navigation, whether you’re in a forest or swimming underwater. The camera remains waterproof down to 101.7 feet and freezeproof up to 14° F. Additionally, the camera withstands drops from 6.6 feet and pressures of up to 100 kgf.
