In a nutshell: I'm thrilled. In addition to the TZ22 I have a FX 37 and a Nikon 5000D.
So, I am not a professional, but good pictures I recognize.
After I read the book by Frank Spaeth (I think is a must), I really terrific hammer out good photos.
Even to my Panasonic Plasma 50 ", als0 diagonal 122 cm, crisp images and really original. The videos are absolutely clear and without any lag.
In my opinion off the IA function, towards the P function. There is clearly more parameters can be changed (in the wonderful book by Frank Späth described and explained).
My conclusion: I would buy again at any time these really inexpensive camera. My FX37 has then cost just as much.
Compared with my Nikon D5000, I must say that I have a good alternative now, if I have no Lusten for but heavier SLR.
However, I think that, the SLR is more unbeatable in very large rooms such as churches or Sääle where a good flash is necessary.
The TZ22 make a lot of fun if you know how the individual parameters must be set. The results can truly amaze.
Test it!