Panasonic LUMIX FZ300 Long Zoom Digital Camera.

 

Panasonic LUMIX FZ300 Long Zoom Digital Camera .

Features 12.1 Megapixel, 1/2.3-Inch Sensor, 4K Video, WiFi, Splash & Dust proof Camera Body, LEICA DC 24X F2.8 Zoom Lens - DMC-FZ300K - (Black) USA. 

Brand	Panasonic
Model Name	PANASONIC LUMIX FZ300
Form Factor	SLR-like-compact
Effective Still Resolution	12.1
Special Feature	image-stabilization
Optical Zoom	24 x
Color	Black
Connectivity Technology	USB, HDMI
Screen Size	3 Inches
Photo Sensor Size	1

	Lats price:$447

About this item

• 4K video and 4K photo: Panasonic’s exclusive 4K photo technology uses 30 frames per second in high resolution 4K ultra HD video to extract them as photos; You’ll never miss that moment again
• Leica DC Vario  Elmarit lens: 24x zoom (25 600 millimeter with Full zoom range F2; 8 aperture for enhanced low light shooting meeting the stringent quality standards established by Leica
• High image Quality: The 12.1 Megapixel high sensitivity MOS sensor with the venus engine excels in diffraction compensation, yielding images that are crisp and Free from artifacts associated with small aperture settings
• Rugged Camera Design: Splash Proof/dust proof rugged camera design with tight seals on every Joint, dial and button, so it stands up to harsh weather conditions and challenging
  
• 5 Axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer Plus: Reduces blur from 1 handed video shooting by compensating for 5 types of movement; Level shot function detects horizon line and maintains it, even if the camera is tilted

 

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Article 4K video and 4K photo: Panasonic's exclusive 4K photo technology uses 30 frames per second in high-resolution 4K Ultra HD video to extract it as photos; Never miss this moment again Leica DC Vario  Elmarit  lens: 

24x zoom (25,600 millimeters with full F2 zoom range; aperture 8  for improved low-light shots that meet Leica's strict quality standards. 

High image quality: the  12.1 Megapixel High Sensitivity MOS Sensor with Venus Engine features  Diffraction Compensation and produces sharp images without the  artifacts associated with small aperture settings Rugged Camera Design: 

Splash and dust resistant rugged camera design with airtight seals on all joints, dials and buttons to withstand harsh and challenging weather conditions5-Axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer Plus: 

Reduces camera blur in one-handed videos Compensating 5 motion modes recording; The Level Shot feature detects and maintains the horizon line  even when the camera is tilted

 

Product Description 

 

 

The Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ300K Long Zoom Digital Camera offers 4K video capabilities and a Leica DC lens with 24x zoom and a bright F2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range. Capture moments with superb 4K picture performance both on video and exclusive. 4K photo. 

The 4K photo function can be used in three different modes, so you can capture the perfect moment with a high burst rate of 30 frames/photos per second.

 

4K video offers a much more immersive viewing experience that is four times larger than Full HD, resulting in a much higher level of detail. Built into a rugged, splash-proof and dust-proof camera body. 

The Leica lens offers 5-axis hybrid optical image stabilization that ensures stable photos and videos, and a highly sensitive sensor with excellent image quality in low light conditions. 

The Lumix FZ300 digital camera features a comfortable grip that fits in your hand and intuitive operation. Remote control with the Panasonic Image
app on your Wi-Fi enabled smartphone or tablet.

View the image, adjust the focus or trigger the shutter remotely, then transfer the images to share on social media. With the creative panorama function, you can create dynamic panoramic photos simply by rotating the camera. 

Panasonic's Depth From Defocus (DFD) autofocus (AF) technology instantly calculates the distance between the foreground and background and quickly focuses on the subject in one continuous, rapid motion. Disclaimer: 35mm camera equivalent: 25600mm.

The 4K photo function extracts megapixel photos from a 4K video stream up to QFHD: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 30 fps, 100 Mbit/s. 

The 4K photo function extracts megapixel photos from a 4K video stream up to QFHD: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 30 fps, 100 Mbit/s. Or 5-axis hybrid. Works for video recording except 4K video recording.

Zoom Intelligent Zoom 2x, Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) 1.23x, Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) 1.95x.

 

 DMC-FZ300K_Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300K 4K 24X F2.8 Long Zoom Digital Camera Producing professional-quality multimedia images has never been easier  than with the Panasonic DMC-FZ300K. 

With 4K PHOTO technology, you can record 30 frames per second in crystal clear 4K Ultra HD video and extract them as individual photos, so you'll never  miss that once-in-a-lifetime photo session.

A powerful 24x zoom with a constant f2.8 aperture allows you to shoot with confidence in low light  and without the risk of blurry results due to slower shutter speeds. or video, while intelligent 5-axis correction technology reduces blur by compensating for five different types of motion. 

Do you need a camera for your outdoor adventures?This long-zoom digital camera features a rugged, splash-proof and dust-resistant body, allowing it  to withstand some of the harshest environments.

 

 Review

 

I've only had this camera for 2-3 weeks so my experience is limited but so far I'm very happy with it. I previously had a fairly cheap digital camera  (GE X550) and  was looking for something that was a step up from trying to stay under $500 or $600. 

 

This camera has many fancy features. It has what you would expect from any camera  above the point and shoot level. Exposure Full Auto, Manual, Aperture Priority, or Aperture Priority.etc Features you would expect from any DSLR or mirrorless camera.

 

 It has many useful features. The choice of speed ranges from, don't quote me  the numbers, I think something like 5 shots per second  to maybe 20.) Auto Bracketing Mode: Click on an image and 2 more will be automatically captured, one with a slightly darker exposure and one with a slightly lighter exposure.

 

 (How much darker or lighter is a setting, and while I usually use 3, I also do 5 or 7.) Image stabilization, which works very well. I took some handheld night shots  with shutter speeds of 1 or 2 seconds and they came out with no noticeable blur.Ability to have a constant brightness in the viewfinder or  have the brightness reflect what the picture will look like. 

 

One thing  you might think of as cute fluff, but I think it's very useful: you can set it to display the image  on the LCD panel in the viewfinder, or you can  use the LCD panel but then automatically switch to the viewfinder when you watch it. . 

 

Or for me the most practical option of all: the LCD panel folds out (I'm supposed to protect the screen), so when the  LCD  panel is "open" it uses that, when it's closed it uses the viewfinder. Auto focus or manual focus.

 

(It has a feature they claim keeps a moving object in focus, I haven't tried using that.) Lots of other settings and options that I haven't (or haven't) played with much  understand :-).....

 

 

 

 It doesn't have interchangeable lenses, but the built-in lens has  a 20x zoom. The aperture varies from F/2.8 to F/8. Shutter speeds range from wide open to button release, I think 1/4000 second. You can choose between electronic and mixed electronic/mechanical shutter.Shutter speeds can be even faster when using the electronic shutter, but there are some caveats. (The "mixed" mode opens the shutter electronically but closes it mechanically. 

 

The camera  also records video. I've only played with it briefly, mainly wanted a stills camera so  can't say much about it. There are a ton of "creative" ones out there Options "how to take photos in sepia tones, very high contrast, soft focus, etc. .

 

The menus can be accessed  using the scroll keys or the touchscreen. The controls you'll probably want to use all the time to set the basic mode (S/A/M/P etc.), shutter speed, focus, zoom and a few others are buttons or knobs. General options can be quickly accessed via a few main buttons, e.g. B. ISO sensitivity, white balance and focus mode. 

 

And there is a customizable "quick menu". So if you routinely use a function, you can make it relatively easy to access without having to scroll through all the menus.Cons I noticed: You can't switch lenses. It has a zoom lens that is permanently attached. 

 

 

Its ability to provide shallow depth of field is limited. background, you may have a hard time pulling it off.I want to play with it some more. I'm sure a professional photographer could point out other limitations, but that's all I've  noticed so far.

 

 This camera is my first camera  (other than my phone). To say that I am absolutely in love with this camera is an understatement. All the photos I've taken so far have come out sharp! The little things in my house, including my cat who doesn't jump around with a phone much, totally come to life! I cried when my camera came in.

I scraped together every penny  to save up for this camera and I'm so glad I did. One thing I would have liked would have been a lens protector. I've seen mentions of UV lens protectors that are said to be absolutely wonderful. 

If you  get this camera, save a little more to get one.I'll buy one as soon as I can save. It is a very easy camera to learn, especially for beginners. I wish there was a camera cleaner included. 

Or things that told you what  to safely clean the camera with.Of course it's not water, but are eyeglass cleaners safe? Or is there a special camera cleaner? I'm not sure, but other than that I'm more than happy!

 

 

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