Panasonic DMC-FZ8 Specifications

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Model Name:	Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8
Prices:
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	DMC-FZ8
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	EVF
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$349.95
Street Price:	$231.84
Date Available:	2007-02-28
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	12.6 oz (357 g) includes batteries
Size:	4.4 x 2.8 x 3.1 in. (113 x 72 x 79 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	7.2
Sensor Format:	1/2.5 inch
Sensor size:	24.7104mm² (5.76mm x 4.29mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	1.88 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:	3072 x 2304 (7.1 MP, 4:3), 3072 x 2048 (6.3 MP, 3:2), 3072 x 1728 (5.3 MP, 16:9), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1360 (2.8 MP, Other), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1280 x 960 (1.2 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3)
Image File Format:	JPEG (Exif 2.2), RAW
Continuous-mode frames/second:	2.9
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	848x480 (30.00) 640x480 (30.00) 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):	36 - 432mm
Focal Length (actual):	6 - 72mm
Zoom Ratio:	12.00x
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 (wide) / f/3.1 (tele) - f/8.0
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:	4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	1, 3 or multi-point
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	EVF / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	EVF type, 0.44" 188K pixel color LCD
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):	2.5
Rear Display Resolution:	207,000 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
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, 1250, 3200* (High Sensitivity mode only)
Auto ISO Mode:	No
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, Flash, White Set 1/2
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, Starry Sky, Baby 1 & 2, Aerial photo, Snow, High Sensitivity, Beach, Sunset, Pet
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/Off
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Wide: 0.3 - 6.0m (ISO Auto) Tele: 0.3 - 5.4m (ISO Auto)
Max Flash Sync:
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	n/a
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 2.0 Full (LOW) Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):	DC input

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	1.68
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	3.91
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):	2.9
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	5
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):	0.58 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):	0.64 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.310 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.019 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	Full Autofocus High Speed Mode = 0.46s
Startup Time:	2.8 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.5 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	3.5 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	380 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1x 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, ArcSoft PhotoBase, ArcSoft PhotoImpression, ArcSoft Panorama Maker, USB Driver
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features: