2" LCD - 12x Optical Zoom - 3264 x 2448 Image - 640 x 480 Video - PictBridge - MPN: DMCFZ30K See Product Details
Description
The DMC-FZ30's Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens features 14 elements in 8 groups, including 3 aspherical lenses and an ED lens which helps to suppress the color bleeding that often occurs in telephoto shots, plus a 12x optical zoom . This combines with the large, 1/1.8 diagonal 8-megapixel CCD to give you enormous expressive power. The new Extended Optical Zoom, which minimizes the image degradation that normally occurs with digital zooming, gives you up to 19.1x power in 3-megapixel photos, and up to 15x power in 5-megapixel photos. Plus, the 12x optical zoom can be used together with the 4x digital zoom to produce a maximum of 48x zooming power.
Quick Glance
Memory Type: Secure Digital (SD) Card
LCD Screen Size: 2"
Camera Type: Bridge Camera
Megapixels: 8 Megapixel
Image Stabilization: Optical
Lens Mount: Fixed
Optical Zoom: 12
Weight: 26.08
Summary
Product Title: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30 8 Megapixel Bridge Camera - Black
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Power Score: 4.5 | 30 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CCD
Effective Megapixels: 8 Megapixel
Total Pixels: 8.3 Megapixel
Lens Features
Camera Type: Bridge Camera
Lens Mount: Fixed
Optical Zoom: 12x
Digital Zoom: 4x
Max Aperture: 2.8 1/f
Focal Length: 0.29" to 3.50"
Storage
Memory Card Support: Secure Digital (SD) Card
Removable Flash Memory Included: 32 MB Secure Digital (SD) Card
Other Features
LCD Screen Size: 2"
Image Stabilization: Optical
Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 640 x 480
Flash: Auto Flash
Interface Connection: 1 x USB, 1 x Audio/Video Out, 1 x DC Power In
Dimensions
Height: 3.37"
Width: 5.54"
Depth: 5.44"
Weight: 1.63 lb
Reference
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: Optical Image Stabilizer Conversion Lens Compatibility Backlight Compensation Unlimited Consecutive Shooting Still Image Recording with Audio: 5 Seconds Built-in microphone and speaker Extra Optical Zoom: 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 15.3x for 5 MegaPixels 19.1x for 3 MegaPixels, 2 MegaPixels, 1 MegaPixels 3:2 Aspect Ratio: 15.3x for 4.5 MegaPixels 19.1x for 2.5 MegaPixels 16:9 Aspect Ratio: 19.1x for 2 MegaPixels OSD Language: English Spanish Japanese Chinese (Traditional) German Italian French Sensitivity: Auto ISO 80 ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400
Software Included: ArcSoft PhotoImpression ArcSoft Panorama Maker ArcSoft PhotoBase USB Driver Lumix Simple Viewer Photo Fun Studio
Camera Modes: Scene Modes: Portrait Sports Food Scenery Night Scenery Panning Night Portrait Fireworks Party Snow Baby Soft Skin Starry Sky Candle Moving Image Playback Mega Burst Shooting Modes: Standard Mode: Up to 9 images at 3 or 2 fps Fine Mode: Up to 5 images Color Effect Modes: Cool Warm Black & White Sepia Playback Modes: 25, 16 or 9 -Thumbnail Display Zoomed Playback (16x max) Image Rotation Slide Show Favorite Pictures Resizing Trimming, Protection DPOF Setting
Exposure Control: Auto Program AE Aperture Priority AE Shutter Priority AE Manual Program Shift (P mode)
Viewfinder Type: Electronic
White Balance Modes: Auto Daylight Cloudy Halogen Flash White Set1/2
Product Series: FZ
Lens Construction: 14 Elements in 10 Groups
Autofocus Points: 9
Maximum Image Resolution: 3264 x 2448
Maximum Frame Rate: 30 fps
Battery Built-in: No
Battery Include: Yes
GPS: No
Memory Card Type Include: Secure Digital (SD) Card
Longest Shutter Speed: 60 Second
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/2000 Second
PictBridge: Yes
HD Movie Mode: No
Strengths: quality of workmanship, sharp pics at all ISO settings, great lens, well thought out controls, High resolution LCD and viewfinder, well balanced. Light weight for the size, sliky smooth zoom & focus.
Weakness: Manual is not very intuitive no ft/m readings on manual zoom (very minor gripe)
This may be the best camera made for the dollars. I have taken quite a few pictures including a lot of test shots just to see about this noise I have heard some reviewers talk about above ISO 200. True, all digital cameras with this size sensor will have some noise, but I did not notice that much noise at ISO 400 and none at ISO 200. I can make the camera have noise which I am almost thinking...
Strengths: Ergonomics are excellent. Feels good in my hands. I think it is just the right size for a camera. Easy to use. I was taking good pictures as soon as the battery charged. The manual is easy to follow.
Weakness: I wish they would include a larger storage card with the camera. Strap seems kind of flimsy, don't know if I would trust it around my neck.
I have followed discussions about the noise problems on this camera, but decided to check it out at the store. I rarely print 11 by 14's so the noise did not really make a difference to me. The features on this camera are really first rate and the lens makes taking pictures a lot of fun. I would recommend this camera to those who don't want to go the DSLR route, but still want a camera that they...
Strengths: Full spectrum of features and customizations, eaze of access to features, quick manual zoom, image stabilization, great video capability.
Weakness: Some petty items. See comments.
I bought my camera based on some excellent and well detailed reviews on this site. Two of the longer ones here (that I had printed for reference) pretty much reflect my sentiments. However... 1- I don't find the strap to be a problem as mentioned in one review. In fact I like the way it hangs. The review lead me to believe it hung sideways or something. It hangs pointing forward with a slight...
Strengths: High quality Leica lens. Excellent image stablization. LCD folds in for protection. Very high resolution LCD and EVF display. Manual zoom. Manual focus. Hot shoe. Metal body. RAW mode availabl
Weakness: Display gains down when using high shutter speed with flash. Supplied 32M SD card has to be a joke, right Panasonic? Propriatary battery.
Ok, I admit, it is NOT a dSLR. Most dSLR have a sensor that is much bigger than the one on the FZ30. Bigger sensors mean less noise. They also mean more money and smaller zooms. To get the same zoom coverage with a dSLR and additional lenses, you will be paying 4-5 times as much as the FZ-30. Do not be scared off by complaints about noise, however. Almost all the reviews that have complaints on...
Strengths: Great Camera! Very sophisticated with every advanced feature that you would want. But also is very simple to use in auto program mode. Rotating LCD helps protect it; it is bright & very easy to see.
Weakness: Cheap carry strap provided. 32MB SD card is useless. You must purchase another SD card if you plan to take more than 10 pictures at a time.
The 147 page manual is not as difficult to read as other reviewers have indicated. I haven't yet finished going through the manual to learn about all of the advanced features. But this camera seems to have several customizable features. At the same time, it is very simple to operate in the auto program mode. Just point and shoot and it produces the best pictures I have ever seen. I have not...
Strengths: Manual zoom/focus rings; good ergonomics; fast start up/autofocus time; hi-res. LCD tilts & usable in low light; 12X /8MP/OIS grabs most detail at telephoto; custom autofocus; DV quality video/sound.
Weakness: Noise levels a bit high; no distance indicator in manual focus; proprietary batteries; some frequently used settings buried on menu; no hi-speed USB 2.0 transfer; no option for wireless remote.
If you need a camera with the best ergonomics & ease of controls, that feels like a "pro SLR", one that is fast to turn on and focus, with good control over the autofocus system, being able to capture maximum details at telephoto, and look as impressive as possible, this pretends to be the perfect one. It's also very "expandable"- the front threads built right into the non-extending lens makes...
Strengths: Solid, good feel, intuitive controls, very well thought out and constructed.
Weakness: Must get used to focusing methods.
This camera has the heft and feel of an SLR. I like the zoom ring on the lens. Supports 16x9 aspect which is good if you've got a widescreen TV to show pictures on. Of note is that many of the controls you use occasionally are right at your fingertips. Very bright LCD and V/F with tons of information available. A single click gets you a histogram. This is a photographer's camera. They'll like the...
Strengths: 12x zoom, movie mode with sound, 8 MP image and the noise level is only bad if you are in the dark. Excelent manual/automatic controls, Leica lens & jitter control make this the best cam for the $$.
Weakness: It is not as good as some PROFESSIONAL SLR cameras in the dark but I would never notice this. It works great for my use indoors and out.
Having purchased a Cannon A-95 for use at work (engineering) I was elated to find this camera for not much more. This camera has all of the features any amature photographer would want and plenty they will not likely ever use. The 12x zoom is complimented by a very functional image stabilization system that has 2 settings. I have taken over 300 images in 1 week from macro-zoom to 12x birds in the...
Strengths: Beautiful design, intuitive controls, bright flip-down LCD, fast start-up, high-speed autofocus, support for RAW images, good battery life.
Weakness: Noisy images at higher ISO settings, no high-speed USB 2.0.
Having owned and loved a Panasonic FZ20, I was hesitant to upgrade to the FZ30. But once the box arrived, I knew I had made the right decision. The camera, a bit heftier than the FZ20 is both beautiful to hold and be-hold. Its striking design and elegance feels just right, a subtle but nonetheless necesssary improvement over the otherwise easy-to-hold FZ20. There are several new, noteworthy...
Testseek.com has collected 29 expert reviews for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30 and the average expert rating is 77 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30K receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 3.05 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #52 standard digital camera of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and...
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Offers a focus ring, 12X zoom, and dual control wheels. But images are noisy at higher ISOs and battery life is limited.
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The Panasonic DMC-FZ30 is an SLR-shaped compact camera utilizing a 1/1.8-inch CCD sensor and 12x optical zoom lens to create images up to 8 megapixels. Users can easily compose and view recorded images on the camera’s swiveling, 235,000 pixel 2-inch LCD screen. With a list price of less than $700, the FZ30 is a camera that promises versatility and large images for a lot less money than an SLR....
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30 is darn close to the perfect ultra zoom camera. It has a fast 12X optical zoom lens (though not as fast as on its predecessor), optical image stabilization, full manual controls, a high resolution LCD and electronic viewfinder, and a VGA movie mode. The big disappointment on the FZ30 was the higher than average noise levels, especially at high ISO sensitivities.
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Strengths: As I bought the camera only a couple of days ago, I can't really judge strenghts or weaknesses yet.
Weakness: It's a pity the LCD doesn't open sideways and doesn't rotate towards all sides, like Canon's LCD. I read somewhere that Canon has a patent on it, but I'm not sure if that's true.
I bought the camera because of its "completeness" and of course the Leica super zoom (although the lens is designed by Leica, it's actually not made by Leica but by a manufacturer in Japan -- I read this in another review and it seems to be true -- what doesn't mean that the lens is less staggering!). What I wanted to say about the EVF: Desperately searching for 2 days and nearly wanting to...
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