Additional information
| Product Dimensions | 4.69 x 5.13 x 3.71 inches |
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| Item Weight | 1.36 pounds |
| ASIN | B01MS16V42 |
| Item model number | DC-FZ80K |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included) |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #921 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)#1 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | January 4, 2017 |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
JerryInLodi –
I’ve only had the camera for three days. I have to admit that the selection and menu choices were overwhelming at first, even with some familiarity with cameras. Panasonic has some features unique to its brand and learning the terminology took some time. Rather than read the online manuals, I watched some of the tutorials available on You-Tube. I found 16 dedicated videos by Graham Houghton on the use of the camera. I’m about a quarter of the way through. The claims that the camera doesn’t perform in various conditions just don’t seem to hold any weight when one learns how to operate the camera properly, especially the claim that it performs poorly in low light. I took the camera to the hockey rink and shot in the lighting available in sports mode and was able to capture some great shots. I played around operating the camera in different modes outdoors and shot a hummingbird in flight at 1/8000 of a second, freezing the bird’s wings in flight. Admittedly, the lighting was not in my favor from my vantage point but it was just a camera test, not an attempt at a prize winning photo. I took numerous photos of the same dahlias in different modes and ended up with a series of totally different interpretations of the same image.I also operated the camera at low light, using the setting recommended in the videos. The results were outstanding. I’ve yet to explore many of the camera’s other features such as post focusing and operating the camera remotely with my android cell phone.I shot over 330 images at the hockey game and still had half battery life left according to the display. I have not tried the camera in movie mode since I seldom shoot video. From what I’ve experienced so far, I believe my photos will well exceed my current exposures. I’ve barely learned the basics of the camera’s capabilities.With the huge amount of creative control, this is not a camera you can set down and then pick up a month later and remember how to operate all of its features. And even then, a quick review of the camera’s manuals or the videos may be necessary if all of the camera’s potential is to be used.While some camera fanatics may complain about the camera’s sensor size or some indistinguishable lens aberration due to the camera’s long lens, let’s face it, most of us will never have our photos printed as wallpaper murals. We view our creations on our cell phones, tablets, laptops, and TVs. The images created by this camera can be as stunning as any full SLR with thousand dollar lenses and are limited only by the shooters capabilities, not by the camera’s limitations.A nice feature that many bridge cameras do not have is a threaded front on the lend for filters. The shooter can add a polarizing filter or ND filters to extend shutter times to take specialty photos.If I had one negative thing to say, I would have appreciated a tilt screen since, when traveling and standing in crowds, it is sometimes helpful to hold the camera over everyone’s heads and shoot down at a high angle, using the tilt screen to focus. I can live without that one feature given all of the other features of this incredible camera.
Carrie D. –
After weeks of research and thinking about my activities and what would work best for me, I bought this camera. I’ve always loved my Canon DSLR, but for me to get the zoom I wanted, I would have had to invest in a very pricey lens. But, I don’t want to carry something that large and heavy on my hikes, so I was willing to give up some quality for convenience. I am very pleased with this Panasonic Lumix FZ80. You can point and shoot, or take the time to learn all of it’s capabilities that I’m used to with my DSLR. These few samples of photos were taken hand-held on auto mode and unedited. The shots show how far away I was, compared to zoomed in to 1200m. I’m impressed for the relatively inexpensive price at the results I’m getting with this lightweight camera that’s easy to take along on my activities. Are the photos as crisp as a DSLR with an expensive lens? No, but for me, a hobby photographer and avid hiker, this is working well so far for me.
Redcoat –
Pros:60X mechanical zoom!Optical image stabilization (very good and important on longer zoom hand held pictures)Auto focus (including macro)Can be automatic everything!Secure feeling holding with rubber ergonomic grip inlaysAll kinds of manual overrides, selections and controls to camera settingsGreat battery life, removable – can recharge in camera or in external chargerBuilt-in flash AND flash shoeTouch-enabled 3″ LCD panel (huge, bright and 1040 dots)Electronic eye-line viewfinderWiFi for all kinds of interface and control from a mobile smartphone or tablet* Downloading images* Taking pictures via a smartphone – full remote control from the smartphone• Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone• Saving pictures in the camera to a smartphone• Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services and other Web services• Adding location information to pictures in the camera from a smartphone• Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to yourpreference on a smartphone● Wireless printing● Sending pictures to an AV device● Sending pictures to a PCGood image quality (though not quite in league of top DSLRs)Image storage on standard Ultra SDHC removable memory card18.1 Megapixel image (good enough for 8X10 prints plus)Image stored as JPEG or RAW file(s)F2.8-5.9 Aperture (great for a zoom lens)Shutter speed range is 4 seconds to 1/16000 of a secondCorrect the focus AFTER taking the image!HDR shadow and bright area detail greatThis camera is also a movie camera! 4K PHOTO and 4K Post FocusConsumer reports this camera as advanced Point and shoot:* Highest on reliability (Canon second)* Highest on owner satisfaction (equal with Canon)Amazingly low price for what you are gettingCons:Heavy and rather large for an advanced point-and-shoot camera – needs a monopod for e.g. sports shootingImage good but could be better (not full-frame image – 1/2.3 sensor)Low-light performance not the greatestNot sealed against moisture, and dust/grit – watch out at the beach!!!
Max Pickelsimer –
I bought this camera because I wanted more performance than my iPhone without dropping a ton of money into a heavy camera that wouldn’t be practical for carrying on hikes. I’m just a little over a month into getting to know this camera and I couldn’t be more impressed. I’m attaching a few photos to show the experience I’ve had using this camera to date.
Jon R. Umble –
This is a great camera! I bought one almost a year and a half ago and have used it on average more than once per day. It still looks and works like new (the only sign of use is the letters of two of the buttons have rubbed off. The camera is well balanced and has a study grip. Although you can take pictures one handed with it, I find it better with two, especially when zooming. The batteries last a long time as well, considering how much I have used them (I can do over an hour of time lapse before the battery runs out). There are many great features about this camera that I like for bird photography.Amazing zoom-60x optical zoomStabilization- The stabilizer allows full zoom shots while keeping them steadyControl modes- aperture/shutter priority settingsRawBursts- the ability to take rapid bursts of pictures is usefulFlexible focus- the focus locks on an object (such as a moving animal) and refocuses if the object movesFunction buttons- these can be very useful for changing settings quickly, there are several function buttons that can be assigned a certain setting change eachTouch screen-also useful for changing settings quickly and focusing on specific points, another useful aspect is for deleting pictures rapidlyEye Viewfinder- great for sunny days or for saving batteryThose are features great for wildlife photography, but other features make the camera great for other types of subjects.
GPFord –
I’ll state at the outset that I am not a camera guru or expert so I won’t even attempt to provide a lot of technical detail about this camera. There are a lot of folks out there who do an excellent job of providing that sort of detailed information. In fact, I read a number of those reviews and found them very helpful. My decision to purchase the Lumix FZ80 was based almost entirely on the long telephoto lens. What I got in doing so was a heck of a lot more than a great zoom. I couldn’t be more impressed with the picture quality even when using it in maximum telephoto. Our home has a glassed-in porch that overlooks a lake, so most of the time I have the FZ80 set up on a lightweight tripod. Virtually all my picture taking is through the porch windows, and the results are stunning. I am continuously blown away at how sharp and bright the pictures are even when shot through triple-paned windows. The FZ80 is small, but not too small, light, and very comfortable in my hands when off the tripod. I love the FZ80 and highly recommend it for those like me who are rank amateurs but love taking nature and wildlife pictures. I realize that the FZ80 can do a lot more than what I’m doing with it, but I use it basically as a point and shoot camera and boy does it point and shoot. The FZ80 is exactly what I was hoping it would be and does exactly what I was hoping it would do.
ebook Reader –
While this is no DSLR, it is a feature rich camera, that will give you what you need when packing a DSLR and its accessories would be inconvenient. I’ve been using SLR and DSLR cameras for a long time and I am impressed with all the software features that have been packed into this camera.I needed a new goto camera for when going out hiking and camping, in places where you diffently do not want to swap lenses. I found this one, and after receiving it, I am more then happy with it.It takes great scenic and nature photos, and the zoom is very impressive. As you see in the photos I posted, the aircraft shot is of a passenger plane flying at cruising altitude. I could only see the contrail with my naked eyes.This camera does take some learning, and reading the manual is a must, plus any extra documentation they have put online. The software and menus take some getting used toBut the end result is worth the extra effort of actually learning the camera and its features.
Minnie I. –
This is a pretty nice travel camera for the price. It’s about the size of a regular SLR, but lighter. Quite frankly, the 1200 mm zoom feature is what makes this camera attractive. It has its limitations to be sure–the depth of field doesn’t seem to change at all with aperture or focal plane adjustments, which is not really a problem in most cases. (You can add effects in Photoshop if you need to.) You get some noise with ISO above 400. But honestly, you can shoot in RAW, you can change saturation, contrast, etc. and you can get close up without the bulk of a heave 300 mm lens with an extender. The lens glass doesn’t have the same quality as a heavier “real” SLR lens, but this does a pretty nice job overall. So I’m taking this camera PLUS a small SLR camera with a an 18-55mm lens and a 55mm to 200mm lens on a trip to Europe and we’ll see how this does. Since the recommendation is just to keep it in Ai+ or Program, I can hand this camera off to my traveling companions without much concern. Graham Houghton’s videos on YouTube can be very helpful in understanding this the features of this camera, its limitations, and how to use it. One thing, it does seem to be a bit of a battery-drainer, so I would definitely get extra batteries!
Mike S –
I purchased the Panasonic Lumix FZ80 because of its zoom lens. With the long range zoom lens there is no need to purchase another lens. This camera is replacing my Canon Power Shot SX20 which would no longer hold its focus.The Panasonic Lumix FZ80 has every thing I need to take excellent picture up close and at a distance.I am still learning all of the features of this camera and have learned that it can take good pictures in dim light with the right settings. It can also take close up pictures and will be able to take even closer pictures since I purchased 4 magnification lenses. The more I learn about this camera and how to properly operate it, the more I am impressed and satisfied with my purchase. While one can just point and shoot with this camera and get decent pictures, this camera was made to do far more. If you purchase this camera, check out the dozens of YouTube videos to help you to get the most from your purchase. And remember that what applies to one camera regarding the settings also applies to all cameras.The only thing I miss from my Canon Power Shot SX20 camera, is the moveable viewing screen. The Panasonic Lumix FZ80, has a fixed screen. I would definitely purchase this camera again because of its rich features and zoom lens.
Neto –
Best gadget I’ve bought in a long time. The 4K footage is great and comparable with some other cameras I use.Got this camera as a cheap toy for a trip and I’ve been using even for work. It is terrible in low light, but will do great win good lighting conditions.Good Stuff:It records great footage in 4K.Pictures are good looking for a consumer camera.Awesome image stabilization.Great quick autofocus.Easy to use Auto Settings.GREAT ZOOM for this price.Small compact camera.Bad Stuff:Manual Settings are complicated to adjust (hard to focus or change exposure manually).Bad in low light (pretty normal with cameras with small sensor and small/cheap processor).Feels cheaply made (also probable because it is cheap).No live VIDEO output (the camera will output prerecorded footage or photos)No continuous Video recording (It will stop at 4 GB or close to it)Overall. It is a great camera, it will depend that you want to do with it. I use it to shoot nature video. and it’s been great.