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Hybrid Camera with 4K Video

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 is a feature packed 12.1-megapixel superzoom hybrid camera perfect for photographing or recording your favourite memories whether you’re out travelling or on a family weekend adventure. The Lumix camera was upgraded from the already powerful Panasonic DMC-FZ200 with a host of improved features. 


Leica Superzoom Lens with Fixed F2.8 Aperture

Featuring an extended 24x superzoom range from 25-600mm, the Leica DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens can photograph wide environmental and landscape photos, close up portraits, macros (as close as 1cm) and distant horizons with ease. The bright maximum aperture of F2.8 is available throughout the entire zoom range, giving users the ability to use shallow depth of field for beautifully isolated subjects. 


Powerful Image Stabilisation Technology

5-Axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilisation Plus allows users to product photographs and images that are stable and blur free even when shot handheld. 
 

MOS Sensor and Venus Engine Image Processing

A High Sensitivity MOS Sensor is paired with the Venus Engine image processor to provide up to ISO 6400 sensitivity to continue shooting even in low light situations. Images can be captured in either RAW or JPEG formats, giving users SLR-like post-processing flexibility.


Advanced 4K Video and Photo Features

An impressive 4K video offering allows users to record their favourite memories in ultra-high resolution (QFHD 3,840 x 2,160) at a cinematic 24p, 100Mbit/s. 
 
Panasonic’s innovative 4K Photo feature makes it easier than ever to capture the perfect moment. Extract a frame from an ultra-fast 30 frames per second burst sequence on the camera and save it as an 8-megapixel photograph (4K Burst, 4K Burst Start/Stop mode). Where full resolution is required, the camera fires as quickly as 12 frames per second, and is ready to shoot within 0.88 seconds of start-up. Never miss a moment! 
4K Pre-Burst records a sequence one second before and after the shutter button is pressed, ensuring even unpredictable shots are easily taken. 


Post Focus Function

A revolutionary Post Focus option allows photographers to capture a scene and decide the focal point later. The Post Focus combines the camera's existing Depth from Defocus autofocusing and movie capabilities to record roughly one second of MP4 video at 30 frames per second. During this recording, the camera's autofocusing system scans the lens around the subject, moving from the foreground to the background to cover the entire scene. In playback mode the focal point can then be selected by simply touching the point that you want to appear sharp. The camera automatically selects the optimum frame and gives you the option to export it as a 8 megapixel JPEG image.


High Speed Auto Focusing with DFD

Panasonic’s Depth From Defocus (DFD) technology provides lightning fast autofocus speeds down to 0.09 seconds, when used with the electronic viewfinder. Capture even the fastest moving sports and action! 


OLED Electronic Viewfinder

A high resolution (1,440k-dot) OLED Live View Finder with 10000:1 contrast helps users compose and frame their images even in strong sunlight. The large 0.7x magnification of the OLED LVF lets users see fine details and assess focus. Featuring a 3.0-inch 1,040k dot rear screen with tilt and swivel movements, users have the freedom to find unique perspectives and angles for their photo and video footage. Touchscreen functionality makes it even easier to control the camera and intuitively take wonderful pictures. 


Integrated WiFi 

With integrated WiFi and the ability to connect to the Panasonic Image App on a smartphone or tablet users gain the ability to remotely operate the camera, geotag location information to photos via GPS and to instantly share images and moments on social media platforms. 


Durable and Environment Sealed Design

The rugged splash proof and dust proof design of the Panasonic FZ300 ensures that users can continue shooting even in adverse weather conditions or during outdoor adventures.
 

Metrics

Dimensions (W x H x D)

131.6 x 91.5 x 117.1 mm

Weight

Approx. 691 g without Battery and SD Memory Card

Weight

Approx. 640 g with Battery and SD Memory Card

Optics

Pixels

Camera Effective Pixels

12.1 Megapixels

Sensor

Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter

1/2.3-inch High Sensitivity MOS Sensor / 12.8 Total Megapixels / Primary Colour Filter

Lens

Aperture

F2.8 / Multistage Iris Diaphragm (Still Image: F2.8 - 8.0, Motion Picture: F2.8 - 11.0)

Optical Zoom

24x

Focal Length

f = 4.5 - 108mm

Focal Length

(25 - 600mm in 35mm equiv. in 4:3)

Focal Length

(26 - 624mm in 35mm equiv. in 3:2)

Focal Length

(27 - 648mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9)

Focal Length

(30 - 720mm in 35mm equiv. in 1:1)

Focal Length

(28 - 672mm in 35mm equiv. in 4:3 4K Photo recording)

Focal Length

(27 - 648mm in 35mm equiv. in 3:2 4K Photo recording)

Focal Length

(27 - 648mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 4K Photo recording)

Focal Length

(30 - 720mm in 35mm equiv. in 1:1 4K Photo recording)

Focal Length

(27 - 648mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. Off / Level Shot function Off)

Focal Length

(30 - 720mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. On / Level Shot function Off)

Focal Length

(30 - 720mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. On / Level Shot function On)

Focal Length

(27 - 648mm in 35mm equiv. in 4K video recording)

Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)

29.4x (4:3 / 8M (M)), 46.9x (4:3 / 3M (S))

Intelligent Zoom

48x

Lens

LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT

Lens

14 elements in 11 groups

Lens

(5 Aspherical Lenses / 9 Aspherical surfaces / 3 ED Lenses / 1 Nano Surface Coating Lens)

Changing of Zoom Speed

2-Speed Zoom

Optical Image Stabilizer/Five Axis Correction

HYBRID O.I.S. +* / Yes*

Optical Image Stabilizer/Five Axis Correction

* Except for high-speed video recording.

Digital Zoom

Max. 4x (When Digital Zoom is used simultaneously with Intelligent Zoom, you can only increase the zoom ratio up to 2x.)

Conversion Lens Compatibility

Yes

Focus

Focusing Area

Normal: Wide 30 cm - infinity / Tele 200 cm - infinity

Focusing Area

AF Macro / MF / Intelligent Auto / Motion Picture: Wide 1 cm - infinity / Tele 100 cm - infinity

AF Assist Lamp

Yes (On / Off)

Focus

AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF

Focus

Normal / AF Macro / Macro Zoom, Quick AF, Continuous AF (during motion picture recording), Eye Sensor AF, Touch AF/AE Function, Touch Shutter, Touch Pad AF, MF Assist, Touch MF Assist,

Focus

AF+MF, Focus Peaking, One Shot AF (Set the Fn button in custom menu to AF-ON), Low Light AF, Starlight AF, AF/AE Lock Button

AF Metering

Face/Eye Detection / Tracking / 49-area / Custom Multi / 1-area / Pinpoint (Full area touch is available)

Shutter

Shutter Speed

Still Image:

Shutter Speed

Approx. 60 - 1/4,000 sec (Mechanical Shutter)

Shutter Speed

Approx. 1 - 1/16,000 sec (Electronic Shutter)

Shutter Speed

Bulb (Approx. 60 sec)

Shutter Speed

Motion Picture:

Shutter Speed

Approx. 1/25 - 1/16,000 sec (in 24p recording)

Shutter Speed

Approx. 1/2 - 1/16,000 sec (Creative Video M Mode / MF Mode)

Recording

Finder

Viewfinder

0.39" OLED LVF (Live View Finder) (1440k dots), Field of View: Approx. 100%,

Viewfinder

Magnification: Approx. 3.88x / 0.7x (35mm equiv.), Eye Sensor

File

File Format

Still Image: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.3) / RAW, DPOF

File Format

Motion Picture: AVCHD, MP4

Recording Modes

Mode Dial / Mode Button

Intelligent Auto, P, A, S, M, Creative Video, C (Custom), Panorama Shot, Scene Guide, Creative Control

Creative Control mode

Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Rough Monochrome, Silky Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Colour, Sunshine (22 filters)

Still Image Scene Guide

Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Handheld Night Shot, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome

Continuous Shooting Mode (Approx.)

[AFS] SH: 60 frames/sec*, H: 12 frames/sec, M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)

Continuous Shooting Mode (Approx.)

[AFC] H: 6 frames/sec, M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)

Continuous Shooting Mode (Approx.)

* Electronic shutter only.

4K Photo Mode (*2)

4K Burst: 30 frames/sec, max. 29 min 59 sec

4K Photo Mode (*2)

4K Burst (S/S): 30 frames/sec, max. 29 min 59 sec

4K Photo Mode (*2)

4K Pre-Burst: 30 frames/sec, approx. 2 sec

4K Photo Mode (*2)

(Depending on memory card size and battery power)

4K Photo Mode (*2)

Exif Information: Yes

4K Photo Mode (*2)

Selectable Aspect Ratio: Yes (4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9 / 1:1 are selectable)

4K Photo Mode (*2)

Exposure Mode: Program AE / Aperture Priority AE / Shutter Priority AE / Manual

4K Photo Mode (*2)

Marking Function: Yes (in 4K Burst (S/S) mode)

Motion Picture Recording (*2)

4K Video

3840 x 2160 pixels, 30p (4K: 100Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 30fps) (AAC)

4K Video

3840 x 2160 pixels, 24p (4K: 100Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 24fps) (AAC)

HD Video

1920 x 1080 pixels, 50p (FHD: 28Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 50fps) (Dolby)

HD Video

1920 x 1080 pixels, 24p (FHD: 24Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 24fps) (Dolby)

HD Video

1920 x 1080 pixels, 50i (FHD: 24Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 25fps) (Dolby)

HD Video

1920 x 1080 pixels, 50i (FHD: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 50fps) (Dolby)

HD Video

1920 x 1080 pixels, 50p (FHD: 28Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 50fps) (AAC)

HD Video

1920 x 1080 pixels, 25p (FHD: 20Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 25fps) (AAC)

HD Video

1280 x 720 pixels, 25p (HD: 10Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 25fps) (AAC)

STD Video

640 x 480, 25p (VGA: 4Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 25fps) (AAC)

High Speed Video

1280 x 720 pixels, 25p (HD: MP4) (Sensor Output is 100fps)

High Speed Video

640 x 480 pixels, 25p (VGA: MP4) (Sensor Output is 200fps)

Continuous recordable time (motion pictures)

AVCHD

FHD/50p: Approx. 170 min (rear monitor), 165 min (LVF)

AVCHD

FHD/50i: Approx. 175 min (rear monitor), 170 min (LVF)

MP4

4K/25p: Approx. 135 min (rear monitor), 130 min (LVF)

MP4

FHD/50p: Approx. 170 min (rear monitor), 165 min (LVF)

Actual recordable time (motion pictures)

AVCHD

FHD/50p: Approx. 85 min (rear monitor), 80 min (LVF)

AVCHD

FHD/50i: Approx. 85 min (rear monitor), 85 min (LVF)

MP4

4K/25p: Approx. 65 min (rear monitor), 65 min (LVF)

MP4

FHD/50p: Approx. 85 min (rear monitor), 80 min (LVF)

Exposure Parameters

Exposure

Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual

Exposure Compensation

1/3 EV step, +/-3 EV

Auto (AE) Bracketing

3, 5, 7 frames in 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV Step, Max. +/-3 EV

Light Metering

Intelligent Multiple / Centre Weighted / Spot

ISO Sensitivity

Auto / i.ISO / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200/ 6400

ISO Sensitivity

(Changeable to 1/3 EV step)

Picture Quality

Still Picture Recording

[4:3] 4000x3000 (12M) (L) / 3264x2448 (8M) (M) / 2048x1536 (3M) (S)

Still Picture Recording

[3:2] 4000x2672 (10.5M) (L) / 3264x2176 (7M) (M) / 2048x1360 (2.5M) (S)

Still Picture Recording

[16:9]4000x2248 (9M) (L) / 3840x2160 (8M) (M) / 1920x1080 (2M) (S)

Still Picture Recording

[1:1] 2992x2992 (9M) (L) / 2448x2448 (6M) (M) / 1920x1920 (3.5M) (S)

Image Quality

RAW / RAW+Fine / RAW+Standard / Fine / Standard

White Balance

Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set1 / White Set2 / White Set3 / White Set4 / Color Temperature

White Balance

(2-axis Adjustable)

Photo Style

Standard, Vivid, Natural, Monochrome, Scenery, Portrait, Custom, Cinelike D*, Cinelike V* * When Creative Video mode is selected.

Picture Adjustment

Contrast, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, Saturation*, Colour Tone**, Filter Effect**

Picture Adjustment

* Except for Monochrome mode. ** For Monochrome mode only.

Aspect Bracketing

-

Other

Digital Red Eye Correction (Red-Eye Removal)

Yes (On / Off)

GPS

-

Wi-FI

IEEE 802.11b/g/n

Wi-FI

2412 MHz - 2462 MHz (1-11 ch)

Wi-FI

WPA / WPA2

Wi-FI

Infrastracture Mode / WPS

NFC

-

Zoom in Motion Picture

Yes

Self-Timer

2 sec / 10 sec / 10 sec (3 images)

Self-Shot Mode

No

Playback

Display

Playback Mode

All, Slideshow, Filtering Play (Picture Only, Video Only, 4K PHOTO, Category Selection, Favorite), Calendar

Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback

12,30-thumbnails / Yes

Set Favourites / Rotate Image

Yes / Yes

Show Histogram/ Show Highlights

Yes / Yes

DPOF Print Setting / Set Protection

Yes / Yes

Edit

Retouch

No

RAW Processing

Yes

Resize/ Cropping

Yes / Yes

Copy / Title Edit / Text Stamp

No / Yes / Yes

Video Divide

Yes

Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture

Yes

PictBridge Support

Single / Multi / All / DPOF / Favourites

Setup

OSD language

Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified)

Others

Monitor

LCD Monitor

3.0" (7.5cm) Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display (1040k dots), AR Coating

LCD Monitor

Field of View: Approx. 100%, Wide Viewing-angle

Flash

Built- in- Flash

Auto*, Auto/Red-eye Reduction*, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off * For iA, iA+ mode only.

Built- in- Flash

Flash Synchro: 1st / 2nd Slow Sync.

Built- in- Flash

Synchronization for flash dimming and exposure compensation

Built- in- Flash

0.3 - 8.8m (Wide / ISO Auto), 1.0 - 8.8m (Tele / ISO Auto)

Media

Recording Media

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card (Compatible with UHS-I standard)

Built- in- Memory

-

Audio

Microphone / Speaker

Stereo / Mono

Interface

Interface

microHDMI (*3), AV Output (PAL / NTSC), USB (AV/USB Multi)

Remote Input

f2.5mm for Remote

External Microphone Input

f3.5mm for External Microphone

Power

Power

Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1200mAh, 8.7 Wh) (Included)

Power

AC Adaptor (Input: 110 - 240V AC)

Battery life (approx.)

380 pictures (CIPA Standard) (*1)

Standard Package

Included Software

PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.7PE

Included Software

SILKYPIX Developer Studio 4.3SE

Included Software

LoiLoScope (trial version)

Included Software

Adobe Reader

Standard Accessories

Battery Charger, Battery Pack, USB Cable, Lens Hood, Lens Cap, Lens Cap String, Shoulder Strap, DVD

NOTE

*1

NOTE

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

NOTE

- Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF) / Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.

NOTE

- Using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card

NOTE

- Using the supplied battery.

NOTE

- Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [ON].)

NOTE

- Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.

NOTE

- Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.

NOTE

- The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time.

NOTE

- If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases.

NOTE

- CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].

NOTE

*2

NOTE

- These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%RH.

NOTE

- The time available for recording varies depending on the environment, the interval between recordings, and the manner of use.

NOTE

- Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON] / [OFF], starting/stopping recording, zoom operation etc.

NOTE

- Use a card with SD Speed Class with "Class 4" or higher when recording motion pictures.

NOTE

- Use a card with SD Speed Class with "UHS-I Speed Class 3 (U3)" when recording motion pictures with [MP4] in [4K] or [4K PHOTO].

NOTE

(SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.)

NOTE

- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] in [4K] is 29 minutes 59 seconds.

NOTE

- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] in [FHD] [HD] [VGA] is up to 4 GB.

NOTE

- Maximum time to record High Speed motion pictures continuously is 7 minutes 59 seconds.

NOTE

*3

NOTE

For [4K] video output, use an HDMI cable that has the HDMI logo on it, and that is described as "4K compatible".
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 Digital Camera
Battery Pack (DMW-BLC12E)
Battery Charger
Lens Hood
Lens Cap
Lens Cap String
Shoulder Strap
USB Cable
DVD

Manufacturer Warranty

This product comes with a

12month Australian warranty

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