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7.2-Megapixel Digital Camera with 12x Optical Zoom, Silver

DMC-FZ8S
Features Lumix 174; 7.2-Megapixel Digital Camera with MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer, High Sensitivity Mode & 12x Optical Zoom, Silver

7.2-Megapixel Digital Camera with 12x Optical Zoom, Silver DMC-FZ8S

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    • Camera Type Super Zoom
    • KEY FEATURES .
    • Camera Effective Pixels 7.2 Megapixels
    • Optical Zoom 12x
    • Image Sensor 1/2.5"7.38 Total Megapixel CCD Primary Color Filter
    • Extra Optical Zoom 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 14.4x for 5 Mega, 18x for 3 Mega, 2 Mega, 1 Mega, 0.3 Mega3:2 Aspect Ratio: 18x for 2.5 Mega16:9 Aspect Ratio: 18x for 2 Mega
    • Focal Length f=6.0-72mm (35mm equivalent: 35-420mm)
    • Lens Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens
    • Lens Construction 11 Elements in 8 Groups (3 Aspherical Lenses/3 Aspherical Surfaces)
    • Aperture Range Wide: F2.8 - F8Tele: F3.1 - F8
    • Optical Image Stabilizer MEGA O.I.S. ( Mode 1 / Mode 2 )
    • Digital Zoom 4x(Max. 48x combined with Optical Zoom without Extended Optical Zoom)(Max. 72x combined with Extended Optical Zoom)
    • Focusing Area P/A/S/M/Intelli. ISO/Motion Pic.: Normal: (W)30cm/(T)200cm-infinityMacro:(W)5cm/(T)(except tele end)200cm-infinity. (T)Macro(at tele end):100cm-infinityMF/Simple mode: (W)5cm/(T)(except tele end) 200cm-infinity
    • PERFORMANCE FEATURES .
    • Conversion Lens Compatibility Yes
    • AF Metering 1 point1 point high speed3 points high speedmulti-pointSpot(position selectable by joystick except 3 points high speed)
    • Focus AFAF MacroMF SwitchableManual Focus (Joystick) Continuous AF On/Off
    • AF Assist Lamp Yes
    • ISO Sensitivity Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1250 (High Sensitivity Mode: 3200)
    • White Balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade /Halogen / Flash / White Set1/2 / White Balance Adjustment (2-axis adjustable, +9 steps each, Blue/Amber and Magenta/Green bias)
    • Exposure Program AE Aperture Priority AE Shutter Priority AE Manual
    • Exposure Compensation 1/3 EV Step, ± 2 EV
    • Backlight Compensation Yes (at simple mode)
    • Auto Bracketing ( AE) +1/3EV-1EV Step, 3 Frames
    • Light Metering Intelligent Multiple / Center-weighted / Spot
    • Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)/Rec. Mode Dial: Simple, P(Program AE), A(Aperture Priority AE), S(Shutter Priority AE), M(Manual Exposure), Moving Picture, Playback, Print, Intelligent ISO
    • Scene Modes SCN (Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Panning, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Food, Party, Candle Light, Fireworks, Starry Sky, Beach, Aerial Photo, Snow, High Sensitivity, Baby 1&2, Sunset, Pet)
    • Advanced Scene Mode No
    • Shutter Speed/Shutter System Program AE:1-1/2000secAperture Priority AE/Shutter Priority AE:8-1/2000secManual:60-1/2000sec.Starry Sky Mode:15,30,60sec
    • Self Timer 2 seconds / 10 seconds / 10 seconds / 3 images
    • Auto Review 1 sec/3 sec/zoom
    • Review 1x/4x/8x
    • Picture Adjustment Contrast: Low, Standard, HighSharpness: Low, Standard, HighSaturation: Low, Standard, HighNoise Reduction: Low, Standard, High
    • Color Effect Mode Cool, Warm, Black & White, Sepia
    • Color Mode No
    • Recording Format JPEG(Design rule for camera file system based on Exif 2.21 standard)DPOF correspondingimage w/audio:JPEG(Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif2.23 standard)+QuickTimeMotion image:QuickTime Motion JPEG
    • Image Quality Fine/Standard
    • Motion Image (Quick Time Motion JPEG) 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 640 x 480 pixels, 320 x 240 pixels 30 fps, 10 fps16:9 Aspect Ratio: 848 x 480 pixels 30 fps, 10 fps
    • RECORDING IMAGE SIZE ( Pixels) .
    • 4:3 Aspect Ratio (Still Image) 3072 x 23042560 x 19202048 x 15361600 x 12001280 x 960640 x 480
    • 3:2 Aspect Ratio (Still Image) 3072 x 20482048 x 1360
    • 16:9 Aspect Ratio (Still Image) 3072 x 17281920 x 1080
    • Motion Image (4:3 Aspect Ratio) 640 x 480, 320 x 24030 fps, 10fps
    • Motion Image (16:9 Aspect Ratio) 848 x 480 pixels - 30 fps, 10 fps
    • CONVENIENCE FEATURES .
    • Burst Shooting Mode Full-Resolution Image: 3 frames/sec or 2 frames/secFull-Resolution: Max. 7 images(standard mode), Max. 5 images(fine mode)
    • Unlimited Consecutive Shooting Yes
    • Still Image Recording with Audio 5 seconds
    • Audio Dubbing Maximum of 10 Seconds
    • Real-time Histograms Yes
    • Composition Guide Lines Yes (2 patterns)
    • Built-in Memory 27MB
    • Scene Mode Help Screen Yes
    • Auto Angle Detection Yes
    • Flip Animation Yes
    • Travel Date/World Time Yes/Yes
    • Text Stamp/Date Stamp Yes/Yes
    • Economy Mode Yes
    • STANDARD FEATURES .
    • Built-in Flash Type/Mode Auto, Auto/ Red-eye Reduction,Slow Sync./Red-eye ReductionForced On/OffFlash Output Adjustment (1/3EV step, -2 +2EV)Wide: 0.3 - 6.0mTele: 1.0 - 5.4m (ISO Auto)
    • External Flash No
    • Viewfinder 0.44" diagonal Color EVF (188k pixels)Field of view: approx. 100%
    • LCD Monitor 2.5" Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT LCD Display (207k pixels)Field of view: approx. 100%Power LCD Mode, High Angle LCD Mode
    • Playback Mode 25 or 9-Thumbnail DisplayCalendar Display, Zoomed Playback (16x max)Image Rotation Slide ShowFavorite Pictures ResizingTrimming, ProtectionDPOF Print Setting
    • OSD Language English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese
    • Recording Media Built-in MemorySD Memory CardSDHC Memory CardMultiMediaCard
    • Microphone Yes
    • Speaker Yes
    • Interface DC Input, A/V Output (NTSC), USB
    • Direct Print PictBridge
    • Color Silver
    • Power Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 710 mAh)(Included)AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC)(Optional)
    • Battery Life Up to 380 pictures(CIPA Standard)/380 pictures(with EVF)
    • ACCESSORIES .
    • Included Software ArcSoft® PhotoImpression™, SILKYPIX® Developer Studio Ver 2.0SE, ArcSoft® Panorama Maker™, USB Driver, Lumix® Simple Viewer, Photo Fun Studio
    • Standard Accessories Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Lens Cap, Lens Hood & Adaptor, AC, AV & USB Cables, Strap, CD-ROM
    • Dimensions (H x W x D) 2.84'' x 4.43'' x 3.11''
    • Weight 0.68
    • UPC 037988986156
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  • I am a professional photographer who is seriously considering switching to the Lumix mirrorless cameras. Does Panasonic have, or can you suggest, a web site that demonstrates how professional photographers are successfully using the Lumix professional cameras?
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    Have more questions concerning your Panasonic camera?

    Click here to visit the Panasonic Community to search for specific FAQs or tutorials for your product or ask questions directly to Panasonic or other customers.
  • How do I install firmware in my camera using an SD card?
    Digital Still Camera Firmware Update Guide.

    1) Preparation before attempting the update.

    A. Make sure the camera's battery is completely charged. If the battery is not completely charged the firmware update will not begin. Format the SD memory card in the camera, then take a couple of pictures.
    B. Turn off the camera.

    2) Copying the Firmware to your memory card.
    A. Download the latest firmware update for your model by clicking on the "Download Ver. X.X " link to a location on your computer (we recommend the "Desktop").
    B. If your computer has a media reader, please insert your formatted SD Card from your camera.
    C. Open the zipped firmware file that you downloaded to the desktop.

    D. For"PC" users, locate your SD Card by clicking on, or opening the"My Computer" or"Computer" on your desktop or your"Start" menu. For"Mac" users, can use"Finder" if the drive does not mount to your desktop.

    E."Drag" to Copy and Paste" the .bin file from the opened folder to the drive with the SD Card showing in your"My Computer" window for"PC" users and"Finder" or"Drive" in Macs. This will copy the file to the card.

    F. If you choose to leave the SD Card in your camera, connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. Turn the camera on and set it to"Playback" mode. Then select"PC" on the LCD screen. Drag the .bin file from the opened folder to the device that either says Panasonic or mass storage to complete the transfer.

    G."SDXC cards, 32GB or larger, require special card readers. Depending on your PC, and the age of its operating system, you may not be able to directly write to such large cards. If your PC asks you to format the card, DO NOT, this is one indication that your system is not compatible with the newer larger memory cards. In this case a smaller card, 16GB or smaller should be used.

    3) Updating the camera's firmware.

    A. Turn the Camera off, insert the SD Card if you copied the firmware to the card while inserted into the computer.

    B. Turn the Camera power on and press the"Playback" button. The camera's LCD screen should now be showing a screen asking if you desire to"Update" the firmware. Highlight"Yes" and press the"Menu/Set" button.

    C. When the Camera has completed the firmware update it will turn itself off and then back on.

    D. This completes the update process.

    4) Confirming the update.

    A. Turn the camera's power back on.

    B. Set to"Playback" Mode.

    C. Choose the"Setup" menu.

    D. Select Version Disp.
    Digital Still Camera Firmware Update Guide.

    1) Preparation before attempting the update.

    A. Make sure the camera's battery is completely charged. If the battery is not completely charged the firmware update will not begin. Format the SD memory card in the camera, then take a couple of pictures.
    B. Turn off the camera.

    2) Copying the Firmware to your memory card.
    A. Download the latest firmware update for your model by clicking on the "Download Ver. X.X " link to a location on your computer (we recommend the "Desktop").
    B. If your computer has a media reader, please insert your formatted SD Card from your camera.
    C. Open the zipped firmware file that you downloaded to the desktop.

    D. For"PC" users, locate your SD Card by clicking on, or opening the"My Computer" or"Computer" on your desktop or your"Start" menu. For"Mac" users, can use"Finder" if the drive does not mount to your desktop.

    E."Drag" to Copy and Paste" the .bin file from the opened folder to the drive with the SD Card showing in your"My Computer" window for"PC" users and"Finder" or"Drive" in Macs. This will copy the file to the card.

    F. If you choose to leave the SD Card in your camera, connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. Turn the camera on and set it to"Playback" mode. Then select"PC" on the LCD screen. Drag the .bin file from the opened folder to the device that either says Panasonic or mass storage to complete the transfer.

    G."SDXC cards, 32GB or larger, require special card readers. Depending on your PC, and the age of its operating system, you may not be able to directly write to such large cards. If your PC asks you to format the card, DO NOT, this is one indication that your system is not compatible with the newer larger memory cards. In this case a smaller card, 16GB or smaller should be used.

    3) Updating the camera's firmware.

    A. Turn the Camera off, insert the SD Card if you copied the firmware to the card while inserted into the computer.

    B. Turn the Camera power on and press the"Playback" button. The camera's LCD screen should now be showing a screen asking if you desire to"Update" the firmware. Highlight"Yes" and press the"Menu/Set" button.

    C. When the Camera has completed the firmware update it will turn itself off and then back on.

    D. This completes the update process.

    4) Confirming the update.

    A. Turn the camera's power back on.

    B. Set to"Playback" Mode.

    C. Choose the"Setup" menu.

    D. Select Version Disp.


    Require further assistance?

    Click here to visit the Panasonic Community to search for specific FAQs or tutorials for your product or ask questions directly to Panasonic or other customers.
  • What size SD Card can I use in my camera?
    Cameras with a manufacturing date of 2006 or before can only use Standard SD Cards (2GB Max).  Models manufactured from 2007 to 2009 can only use Standard SD Cards and SDHC Cards (32GB Max).  Cameras manufactured 2010 and later are also compatible to the SDXC memory card format. While your camera?s owner?s manual may state a maximum size, that size was the largest that was available when your camera was manufactured. Any currently available SDXC card, which will eventually increase to maximum of 2 TB is compatible. As the maximum size increases, to 2 TB, we do not anticipate any need for firmware updates. 

    Require further assistance?

    Click here to visit the Panasonic Community to search for specific FAQs or tutorials for your product or ask questions directly to Panasonic or other customers.
  • Why is the Flash option grayed out and the flash will not operate?
    When the electronic shutter is enabled or when the camera is placed in the "silent mode" the flash option is disabled (grayed out). You will need to turn off the "Silent" mode, depending on the camera model, select either "Camera Setup" or "Custom" in the menu.

    Require further assistance?

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  • What should I do to correct a "System Error Zoom", "System Error Lens", or "System Error Focus" message on my camera?
    We recommend you try removing the battery from the unit for approximately 60 seconds and reinstall the battery. If you still receive the "System Error *****" message you will want to consider having the camera serviced.

    For repairs and exchanges:

    Ship your product to:

    Panasonic Factory Service Center
    4900 George McVay Drive
    Suite B; Door-12
    McAllen, TX 78503

    Please include your name, address, telephone number, email address, copy of your purchase receipt (for warranty service), and a description of what is wrong with the unit. Freight collect shipments will not be accepted.

    Panasonic is not responsible for damage that occurs in transit. All contents should be packaged for safe travel to the service center. Customer should use a reputable small package shipping company that is able to provide a package tracking number and insurance (if customer should so desire to insure their package).

    Units that are abused, damaged, infested with insects, have corrosion, etc. will be placed out-of-warranty.

    Once your unit arrives at the facility, you may contact us for status at:

    Email: panacare@us.panasonic.com

    Note: Please reference your Service Job number when contacting. You will be contacted if there is any cost you are responsible for.


    Require further assistance?

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  • How do I turn off the "Flash" function?
    On most models, press the button just above "menu". It is labeled with a "lightening bolt". Pressing it will offer several options related to the flash operation.

    Require further assistance?

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