Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 > is a super-zoom compact camera with 4K video and is suitable for more experienced photographers who are looking for lots of zoom in a compact housing. The FZ300 features a 12.1 MP MOS image sensor that paired with the Venus Engine Image Processor can record video up to 60 fps. The camera has a super-zoom 25-600mm f/2.8 lens with 24x optical zoom and, of course, image stabilization.

Compared with the FZ200, there were some necessary improvements made that resulted in the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. For example, the housing is provided with a seal so that the camera is dust and splash proof. Furthermore, we find an improved OLED Live View Finder with a resolution of 1.44 MP and a magnification of 0.7x. The three inch LCD-screen of the FZ300 has free tilt and swivel movements, and has a resolution of 1.04 MP.

Sensor and shutter

The High Sensitivity MOS Sensor is paired with the Venus Engine image processor to provide optimal results in almost any situation. The DMC-FZ300 has an ISO range of ISO 100 to ISO 6400 so that even in low light conditions the images will be to be sharp and clear. The Panasonic FZ300 has both an electronic and a mechanical shutter, the electronic shutter provides a maximum speed of 1/16.000th second and the mechanical shutter has a maximum shutter speed is 1/4000th second. The electronic shutter has a still mode, so stills can be made.

4K Video and 4K Photo

The Lumix DMC-FZ300 can record video in Ultra HD (UHD) format with 30 or 24 fps in MP4 format. Of course can also be recorded in 1080p and 720p with the maximum number of frames per second than amounting at 60 respectively 120. The FZ-300 has an integrated stereo microphone as well as a 3.5mm jack for an external microphone.

In addition to video, the DMC-FZ300 also has a 4K photo function. In this mode the user from 4K recordings can select the optimum frame and save it as 8 MPJPEG images. Because, of this, you will never have to miss THE photo opportunity. The 4K photo function has three different modes: 4K Burst, 4K Pre-Burst and 4K Burst with Start/Stop mode. Ever tried to photograph a falling drop? You can with 4K Pre-Burst mode!

Leica 25-600mm f/2.8 zoom lens

The Panasonic FZ300 features a Leica Vario-Elmarit lens with 24x optical zoom and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. This lens is constructed with five aspherical and three ED (Extra Low Dispersion) lens elements to minimize chromatic aberration. The lens features a Nano Surface Coating to minimize lens flare and ghosting and enhance the contrast.

The built-in Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization Plus works on five axes and ensures that the most common forms of jitter are minimized. This makes it even possible to use the FZ300 with one hand and still shoot good, stable, sharp, and blur-free images.

Wi-Fi and Panasonic Image App

Of course, the FZ300 has integrated Wi-Fi. In combination with the Panasonic Image App, thus, images can be transferred to a smartphone or tablet, but the camera can also be operated remotely. The Image App is available for iOS and Android.

Features of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 Compact Camera

• Super-zoom compact camera
• 24x optical zoom
• Turn and tilt LCD screen
• 4K video and photo function
• Bright Leica lens
• 5-axis image stabilization

In the Box

• Battery Pack
• Battery Charger
• USB Cable
• Lens Hood
• Lens cap
• Lens cap string
• Shoulder strap
• Software on DVD