Panasonic refuses to Beta test their products with people who can honestly show then their flaws and great features.

If you are going to get this kind of camera, use the opportunity to learn more about photography and the many great features of this little powerhouse

But the zippy features and functions in this small package are impressive.

I'm only an amateur photographer but other poorly designed features include:-On/off button: its literally right next to the mode dial and before I even could turn the camera on since I was waiting for the battery to charge after removing it from the box, the switch went from on to off when I first turned the mode dial

Good quality and features

The Lumix ZS100 has dozens of amazing features and a seemingly infinite degree of flexibility and customization

The features are great

Amazing features and has a solid quality feel.

This camera is enough to make a seasoned DSLR user happy: excellent features, options, flexibility, and compact size that makes it easier to travel with.

Other features worth noting are the much-ballyhooed 4K and post-focus modes

Thinking about all the pros and cons of the camera that reviewers have mentioned AND that I have experienced, I am happy with my decision and would definitely recommend this camera to someone who wanted a compact, easy to carry and use camera with great features.

The most disappointing factor is the wifi function - it is by far the most exhausting features of any camera I dealt with

The ZS100 has many great features such as an improved EVF, 10X zoom, touch screen, 4K video

The Lumix does not have as fast a lens and is considerably heavier and larger, also the viewfinder is not as good as on the Sony; nevertheless I bought the ZS100 as it is much less