Best Panasonic Camera Gifts Ideas
Written by Peter Dam
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A photography-related gift is something any amateur or professional photographer wishes for. For beginners, a camera kit may be the gear they need to get to the next level. For professional photographers, a new lens hood may be the help they need to capture the next masterpiece. Because everyone is different and may wish for different things this year, we’ve put together a comprehensive list featuring the best camera holiday gifts from Panasonic and other providers.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 is a mirrorless camera for those who want clarity and sharpness even in the worst conditions. It has fast autofocus (0.04 seconds), 20fps burst shooting (60fps with locked focus), and image stabilization. In addition, Panasonic notes the G9 is splashproof, dustproof, and freezeproof! Furthermore, the G9 is capable of 6K photos and 4K videos thanks to its 20.3-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor, with 80 megapixels high-resolution JPEG/RAW in-camera image. It’s the best technology for the best photographers.
Lumix DC-G95 is the camera you want for outdoor action shots or vlogging. It has everything you need within reach and provides stability even when you don’t use a tripod. The G95 brings you high-resolution images and videos. Combined with the 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lumix G Power OIS lens, it provides a wide-angle perspective, perfect for outdoor photography.
If your photographer friend likes to capture moments, video, and audio on the go, this is the gift you’re looking for. DC-G100 is a compact mirrorless camera that fits in any pocket and lifestyle. It provides high-quality photos and videos in a “walk and shoot” mode. Perfect for street and travel photography, G100 and the 12-32mm lens make a versatile and light combo you’ll want to carry everywhere with you. Moreover, the package includes a tripod and audio accessories for vlogging.
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mirrorless Digital Camera
A full-frame mirrorless camera designed both for photos and videos is a gift for a multimedia photographer. Light, stable, and tough, like all Panasonic’s mirrorless cameras, the S5 is perfect for wildlife and sports photography. It incorporates deep learning technology to recognize people and animals and provide sharp focus. It’s fast, smart, and compact. It’s everything you wish for this year!
Beginners will love a point-and-shoot camera that provides high-quality images without too much fuss. The ZS100 allows you to shoot with confidence and create shareable photos. The 1-inch 20-Megapixel MOS sensor works perfectly day and night. You can even choose the focal point after taking the picture! The ZS100 offers a 10x zoom, 4K photos, and all the fun you can have.
If you think 10x zoom won’t be enough, take a look at FZ80, another point-and-shoot camera from Panasonic. The FZ80 provides 60x zoom thanks to its super long 20-1200mm lens. It’s great for close-ups and wide-angle shots, travels, and landscape photographs. You can connect it to your smartphone via WiFi and charge it via USB.
The Panasonic HC-V770 is a handheld camcorder that provides high-quality images and lots of fun. It incorporates HDR Movie technology and a BSI sensor with 6.03M effective pixels. At the same time, the camera provides 20x zoom, high-quality sound recording, and full-HD slow-motion recording. Add the fact that you can use your smartphone as a sub camera, and you’ll have the best gift in 2021.
It’s easier to record your travels and adventures when your handheld camera provides image stabilization and a 50x optical zoom range. Panasonic thought of everything in making this camcorder. The HC-V180K corrects the tilting and blurring caused by the camera moving. It also has a 28mm wide-angle lens for recording vast landscapes and plenty of filters for creative effects.
Panasonic Lumix DG Leica Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph. Zoom Lens
You need a wide-angle zoom lens for landscape photos, or for including everything in tight spaces. THe Leica DG Vario is versatile, durable, and enjoyable, with corner-to-corner sharpness. Moreover, it’s agile and provides a good companion for taking outdoor pictures in bad weather conditions. The Leica DG Vario weights around 300g but enhances your creativity unlimited.
If your photographer friend already has the Leica DG Vario lens, you can consider a compatible lens hood for it as a gift. This lens hood is designed for wide-angle zoom lenses and packs the quality and reliability of Panasonic products. A good lens hood may save you in many situations.
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm Lens
A prime lens (i.e., a lens with a fixed focal length) helps you create a cohesive body of work. The Leica DG Nocticron is the equivalent of an 85mm lens, a lens of precision and creativity. The f/1.2 aperture allows you to create a soft-focus and shallow depth of field. The Leica DG Nocticron will be a useful addition for a portrait or travel photographer.
The Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm is a high-speed zoom lens that provides the versatility of a zoom lens and the image quality of Panasonic products. It’s perfect for landscape photography as it covers wide-angle to medium telephoto focal lengths. The f/2.8 maximum aperture allows you to play with a shallow depth of field and take amazing photos in low lighting conditions.
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140mm Lens
Every photographer needs a telephoto lens from time to time. So why not use a zoom lens that provides a wide focal length range like the Lumix G Vario 14-140mm? It’s the equivalent of a 28-280mm lens (for 35mm cameras). The 10x zoom is helpful in any situation and the image stabilization provided by Panasonic cameras makes sure you deliver ultra-sharp photos.
The Lumix G series includes a telephoto zoom lens as well. The Lumix G X Vario 35-100mm can help you capture details from a long distance. The large f/2.8 aperture and the long focal length provide a shallow depth of field. Use it to create an atmosphere or hide a busy background.
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm Lens
The equivalent of a 100-400mm telephoto lens, this lens will make the most beautiful details stand out. The long focal length allows you to photograph wildlife too. Furthermore, the lens incorporates state-of-the-art optics and mechanics to deliver clear, sharp, and no-distortion images. The Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm weighs around 655g.
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm Lens
Here is a gift for wildlife or sports photographers. It’s the equivalent of a 200-800mm telephoto lens and weighs only 985g. Designed for nature photography, Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm incorporates the LUMIX 4K technology to provide the same quality for photos and videos. It’s versatile thanks to the wide focal length range but also resistant and performant.
Venus Laowa 7.5mm f/2 Lens for Micro Four Thirds Mount
The widest lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras, the Venus Laowa 7.5mm f/2 lens provides a 15mm field of view. It’s fast and light, which makes it perfect for astrophotography and landscape photography. The f/2 aperture will help you to take good shots in low lighting conditions.
Venus Laowa 24mm f/14 2x Macro Probe Lens
If your photographer friend is into close-up and macro photography, check out this probe lens that focuses from 2cm and provides a 2:1 magnification ratio. It’s perfect for photographing insects, small flowers, and even food. The Venus Laowa 24mm provides a deep depth of field and all the clarity you need. And the front barrel is waterproof!
Accessories are a perfect gift for photographers and videographers. The H&A OC-VM-100 is a professional microphone that mounts on camera and tripods and helps you increase the quality of the audio recording. It is compatible with a variety of cameras including Panasonic models. For an extra 76g weight, you can record much more than with the built-in microphone.
The Wireless GO is a microphone that works as a clip-on microphone or as a belt pack for a RODE lavalier. It’s small, light (weighs only 31g), and versatile. Thanks to wireless transmission, the microphone can stay on clothing, a camera strap, or the camera’s cold shoe. It has a 70m range, and the battery can work up to seven hours.
Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone
The Sennheiser MKE600 picks up the sound coming from the camera’s direction and attenuates the rest. This shotgun microphone weighs only 128g and is excellent for recording interviews, broadcasting, and filming, and it’s great for eliminating side noise. You can mount it on a camera or tripod.
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone
The Sennheiser MKH-416 comes bundled with an H6 Zoom recorder, designed to capture high-quality audio for film, video, and broadcasting. It is a great gift for someone who appreciates being outside and recording in unpredictable conditions. The mic is optimized for outdoor applications; therefore, it’s resistant to bad weather and extreme climate conditions.
Westcott FJ400 Strobe 400Ws with AC/DC Battery
A portable strobe is a powerful flash that gives you more creative freedom. FJ400 is complex but intuitive. You can choose between manual and TTL flash modes, use a high synchronization speed of up to 1/8000s, adjust exposure compensation, and much more. The strobe provides consistent color temperature (5500K) and 480+ full-power flashes per charge.
With such a wide variety of cameras, lenses, and accessories, it’s easy to come up with the right gift. Your gear picks will help enhance the creator's technical skills and artistic prowess. Investing in high-quality, versatile, and reliable gear, will be a good asset for years to come.
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