Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 Camera Review

There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 manual and always important Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 lens which makes the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 kit or bundle, is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 Digital Camera Specifications

General Model Number DMC-FZ2
Camera Format SLR-style
Currently Manufactured No
Retail Price $456.00
Price Update Date 2005-11-18
Date Available 2003-08-23
Remote Control No
Tripod Mount Yes
Operating System Windows
Weight 340 g
11.9 oz
Weight With Batteries? No
Size 114 x 83 x 70 mm
4.5 x 3.3 x 2.8 in
Image Capture Image Resolution 1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480
Movie Resolution 320x240
Aspect Ratio 4:3
CCD Sensor (Megapixels) 2.11
CCD Size (inches) 1/3.2"
CCD Filter Type RGBG
CCD Manufacturer Unknown CCD
Movie Audio Yes
Lens Focal Length (35mm equivalent) 35 - 420 mm
Zoom Ratio 12.00x
Digital Zoom Yes
Digital Zoom Values 3x (see notes)
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus Type Auto w/ spot AF
Manual Focus No
Normal Focus Range 30 cm to Infinity
12.2 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range 5 - 99999 cm
2.0 - 40815.9 in
Max Aperture f/2.8
Aperture Range Description f/2.8 - ???
Lens Thread Type None
Display Optical Viewfinder Yes
Optical VF Type Color EVF (adjustable)
LCD Viewfinder Yes
LCD Size (inches) 1.5
LCD Resolution (pixels) 114000
Exposure ISO Settings 50, 100, 200, 400
ISO Rating Max 400
Number of White Balance Settings 5
White Balance Settings Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Halogen / White Set
Manual White Balance Yes
Longest Shutter Time 8
Shortest Shutter Time 1/2000
Exp Adj Range 2.0 EV
Exp Adj Step Size 0.33 EV
Metering Modes Intelligent Multiple / Spot (Spot Mode)
Spot Metering Yes
Aperture Priority Yes
Shutter Priority Yes
Full Manual Exposure No
Self Timer 2 or 10
Flash Internal Flash Yes
No of Flash Modes 5
Flash Modes Auto, Auto / Red Eye Redux, Slow Synchro / Red Eye Redux, Forced On / Off
Flash Range Description Unknown
Ext Flash No
Image Storage Usable Memory Types SD/MMC
Uncompressed Format None
CCD Raw Format No
Compressed Format JPEG
Movie File Format Quicktime
Connectivity Video Out Yes
External Connections USB 1.1
Other Connection DC In
Included Software Unknown
Performance Timing Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) 10.0
Power Battery Form Factor Proprietary
Usable Battery Types Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included Proprietary Lithium Ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included Yes
More Information Notes & Features Price estimate of US$456 based on conversion of Japanese price of ¥49,800 ignores exchange rate fluctuations, taxes and duties. Digital zoom is limited to 3x in single shot mode, or 2x variable in consecutive shot mode.

When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 Power Grip

Before you purchase, check to see what Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 camera or Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push.

All in all the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2 powergrip digital camera.

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