Panasonic DMC-FZ50 Specifications

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Model Name:	Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	DMC-FZ50
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	EVF
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$649.95
Street Price:	$509.99
Date Available:	2006-09-30
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	25.9 oz (734 g) includes batteries
Size:	5.5 x 3.4 x 5.6 in. (141 x 86 x 142 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	10.1
Sensor Format:	1/1.8 inch
Sensor size:	38.1976mm² (7.18mm x 5.32mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	1.97 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	4:3, 16:9
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	3648 x 2736 (10.0 MP, 4:3), 3600 x 2400 (8.6 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 3584 x 2016 (7.2 MP, 16:9), 3248 x 2160 (7.0 MP, 3:2), 3072 x 1728 (5.3 MP, 16:9), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 2560 x 1712 (4.4 MP, 3:2)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.2), Raw
Continuous-mode frames/second:	2.3
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	848x480 (30.00) 640x480 (10.00) 320x240 ()
Movie File Format:	QuickTime Motion JPEG
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:
HD Video Out:
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a
Lens:	LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	35 - 420mm
Focal Length (actual):	7.4 - 88.8mm
Zoom Ratio:	12.00x
Aperture Range:	Wide: F2.8 - F11; Tele:F3.7 - F11
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	5 cm to Infinity 2.0 in to Infinity
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	2x / 4x fixed
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	1-point, 1-point high speed, 3-point high speed, 9-point, Spot
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	EVF / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	0.44" Color EVF (235K Pixels)
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	2.0
Rear Display Resolution:	207,000 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:
Selfie Screen:
Max Playback Zoom:	16.0x
Top Deck Display:

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):
Minimum ISO (native):
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200* (high sensitivity mode)
Auto ISO Mode:	No
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, Flash, White Set 1, White Set 2
Shutter Speed Range:	1/2000 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Intelligent Multiple, Center Weighted, Spot
Program Auto Exposure:	No
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Panning, Food, Party, Candle, Fireworks, Snow, Starry Sky, Baby1, Baby2, Snow, High sensitivity
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Wide: 0.3 - 7.4m; Tele: 0.3 - 5.6m
Max Flash Sync:
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	Raw
Movie File Format:	QuickTime Motion JPEG
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 1.1
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):	DC In

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	1.25
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	4.98
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	Yes
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	2.3
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	3
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.44 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):	0.52 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.290 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.024 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:	1.4 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.7 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	4.5 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	360 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium Ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:	LUMIX Simple Viewer, PhotofunStudio viewer, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 2.0SE, ArcSoft Camera Suite (ArcSoft PhotoImpression, ArcSoft PanoramaMaker), Adobe Reader, Quick Time, USB Driver
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features: