Panasonic DMC-FZ30

Panasonic has once again shown its dedication in the digital camera segment with the recent release of three new and improved digital cameras based on LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lenses. The new cameras are the FX9, LX1 and the FZ30 models. We have featured the LX1 in our August First Looks coverage and today, our focus is on the more powerful, FX30. Just like the LX1, the FZ30 also has a resolution of 8-Megapixels and comes with a larger 1/1.8-inch CCD that captures finer details. Let us update you on the improvements that make this a noteworthy camera in our opinion.

Product Specifications

• - Imager: 1 / 1.8” Type CCD (8.3 million total pixels
• - Aperture Range: F2.8 – F3.7
• - Shutter Speed Range: Manual: 60 – 1/2000 sec; Other modes: 8 – 1/2000 sec
• - Scene Modes: Portrait, Sports, Scenery, Night Scenery, Night Portrait, Fireworks, Party, Snow, Self-Portrait, Food, Baby, Soft Skin, Candle, Starry Sky
• - Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400
• - Movie Recording (with audio): 640 x 480 or 320 x 240, 30/10 FPS, limited by storage.
• - Built-in Flash Range: 0.3 - 7.0m
• - Recording Media: SD/MMC card (32MB SD Card supplied)
• - Dimensions: 141 x 86 x 138mm
• - Weight: Approx. 740g (with battery)

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