What is included with camera purchase? Does anyone know if the charger and battery come with the camera that is bought on amazon, or is it just the camera and i would buy everything separate? Thanks for any info! What is included with camera purchase? Does anyone know if the charger and battery come with the camera that is bought on amazon, or is it just the camera and i would buy everything separate? ... » Read More What is included with camera purchase? Does anyone know if the charger and battery come with the camera that is bought on amazon, or is it just the camera and i would buy everything separate? Thanks for any info! « Show Less
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It does not, but I've made a downloadable PDF version at http://tinyurl.com/ZS5manual which you can print out if you want. Interestingly, the box says it comes with it, but mine was sealed when I got it and there was no manual.
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Does this camera come with a printed instruction manual? I know the zs6 does not. I like having a paper manual to refer to, especially on a complex p
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I am looking to purchase this camera & just got off the phone with panasonic tech support.No,it does not come with an advanced owners manual,but one can be purchased for $22.16 +sh.I am now going to search net to see if advanced manual can be downloaded,it seems that all electronics today come with a very rudimentary how to book that explains just the very very basics.I have found & downloaded manuals for verizon phones & tomtom gps products,good luck doing this if you are not interested in paying exorbitant prices for info that should be included with product.
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http://camera.manualsonline.com/np/usermanuals/mfg/panasonic/dmczs5__digicam
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According to what I have seen, the battery pack, charger, AV and USB Cables, and free software are all standard.
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Greetings Sahm, Thank you for your interest in ordering form our company, and for contacting us regarding your concerns. We are pleased to inform you that all the original manufacturer accessories are included with the camera body( battery, charger, cables..) As always, your satisfaction is our ultimate goal and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us again. Best Regards, Customer Service Team SuperFinds
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Great camera kit....it does include battery and battery charger. But I agree with Texas1, I would still buy an extra battery. It comes with a USB digital card reader instead of a USB cable.
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The base camera package is the camera, charger, battery, a level 4 or 6 memory card, and a computer cable. This supplier does include at the advertised package price all the stuff you see in the picture. I think it comes to about $20 more than the base camera alotment. Do you need all the extra stuff? Probably not, but it's lots of little things you may appreciate. If you want all the extras it's just $20. But I do suggest that you get from amazon two really good level 10 memory cards. Most retail stores only carry the level 4 cards, which cause delays in the shooting time and processing. I've only been able to get the level 10 cards on the internet, and they are worth the $10-$20 (depending on storage size you desire).
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Trick question! You charge the battery to charge the camera. I believe the charger comes with the box, if not they are widely available for cheap prices.
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A battery and charger comes with the camera. The included battery will allow immediate use. What does not come with the camera is the memory chip......Without it, you cannot store any pictures.
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The charger is internal to the camera - and you need to plug the charging cable into the cable and into a wall socket. Amazon offers an external charger for about $6 extra which makes things a lot more convenient -especially when you start working with an extra battery. I love the camera!!! Ken in St. Paul
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It comes with a charger. If you didn't get one you should contact Amazon for a return or Sony to see if they'll send you one so you don't have to return it to get a completely new camera.
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It comes with the camera, a battery and a charger. You do need to get a memory card. Perhaps a carrying case. Perhaps another battery if you plan to take the camera for extended trips.
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The battery is included, along with a charger, but you will want to buy a memory card that is sold separately. The battery life is great, I purchased the SanDisk one recommended to buy with the camera.
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Did anyone get an answer for this yet? I wanted to the buy the camera and extra battery at the same time.
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The charger and batteries are sold separately. the bonus is that the batteries and charger are still cheaper on amazon. When I bought mine i bought 1 charger and three batteries. Great tool!!
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Hi, I had purchased this camera about two months ago from the same source. Yes, a Canon battery and charger are included in the package. I also purchased a second battery from another source and I'm glad I did. Videos, flash photography, and multiple shot mode all eat into battery time.
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Charger is included, but you will have to plug the camera in to charge. No separate charger just to charge the battery.
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The Camera came with a separate battery charger. I bought an extra battery so its easy to not miss a picture because you forgot to charge or it ran out.
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Yes, if you order it directly from Amazon (not a 3rd party seller), the box includes rechargeable battery and charger. I have heard that 3rd party sellers who appear to have very low prices sometimes sell "grey market" cameras (no US warranty) and take out the battery and charger.
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I am currently selling mine with the charger (and a lot of extra accessories) with the camera but amazon does sell them separately as well.