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2023-08-23T08:12:22

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Upgrade from my previous camera

This replaces my older Panasonic Lumix camera, and I could not be more happy! I'm having a great time learning how to use it and adjusting to the differences. It's perfect for me, and I would definitely recommend the camera.

MICHAEL O.

2022-11-04T15:48:57

Rated 5 out of 5

I like it.

Seems great so far. Very fast, fairly easy to adjust. Wish it was dust and weather proofed a little.

Riley C.

2022-07-02T06:36:46

Rated 5 out of 5

BEST CAMERA I HAVE EVER OWNED

The best camera I have ever used!!! I have had Minoltas, Nikons, and a bunch of other cameras - this is by far the best one yet! It is easy to use, the controls and touchscreen are phenomenal, and the pictures and video are perfect!!!

Linda G.

2022-06-22T16:32:17

Rated 5 out of 5

DC-FZ1000M2 IS MY NEW FAVORITE CAMERA

I love this camera! I was replacing my beloved DC-FZ1000 that was damaged by my niece. I shopped around, purchased another 1000 used, returned that and spent the extra money on purchasing this new. Adorama's price and package that it came with was hands down the best price across the board. I also have access to someone to help me with the camera regularly, an extended 3 year warranty from Panasonic and just an overall FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE. Thank you Adorama!!!

LINDA G.

2022-06-12T08:21:52

Rated 2 out of 5

Focus issues

This camera has focus issues. I?ve tried everything I know to do to get a crisp image from it. Probably going to send it back.

Chad M.

2022-05-17T09:35:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Panasonic Perfect!!!

I purchased for a European Cruise as a lighter alternative to my other digital cameras and telephoto lenses. I could not be more happy. The camera is light and the lens zoom is just perfect. Even pictures taken through a tour bus window come out sharp when using the sports preset. This was the best camera purchase I have made in a few years.

Donna H.

2022-04-01T08:44:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice upgrade!

I had the original Lumix FZ1000 and really liked it. I stepped up to the mark ii and I think it is a very nice upgrade to an already good bridge camera. Has lots of features and an excellent zoom range. Perfect camera to grab and go. The overall kit has some really nice accessories in it. I especially like the nice battery chargers it came with. A complete kit to get you out and taking photos immediately.

LEE B.

2021-12-13T13:43:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Great versatile bridge camera for a decent price!

Outstanding purchase - great camera to carry on trips and the perfect complement to my Nikon D750 - it is much lighter and easy to carry around and very capable to handle just about any shooting situation. It is also reasonably easy to use.

STEPHEN C.

2021-12-07T15:31:51

Rated 1 out of 5

I hadit one day then returned

VERY LOUD LOUD autofocus and zoom during video. I kept the camera ONE day.

FRANCIS K.

2021-12-06T06:42:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice hybrid camera

It's a great hybrid camera with sharp lense.

Sasan A.

2021-11-11T04:25:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Takes awesome pictures

Great camera for the price

ARNOLDO F.

2021-08-20T06:48:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera without hauling around extra lenses

Great camera without having to haul around extra lenses. Had the FZ1000 and it was great, but decided to upgrade to the new FZ1000 II model. Adorama kit with all the accessories for the same price as the camera alone, what a deal ! ! Has a few new features that I want to try on our upcoming trips to Maine coast and Southwest National Parks. Can't wait to use it.

DARYL C.

2021-08-06T11:15:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

Very satisfied with Adorama?s service and the included accessories were exactly what I needed - a well thought out combination. Doing baby steps with the camera using the iA mode and getting some great perfectly focused pics at 400 mm lens setting. No hesitantly shopping Adriana in the future.

DAVID O.

2021-07-22T11:40:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Great update

I have the previous model, this quite a nice upgrade.

JIM B.

2021-07-04T08:34:05

Rated 5 out of 5

Camera? Camera!

Nice camera. Perfect lens for having everything you need in one place.

Patrick B.

2021-07-04T08:32:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice

Great camera with a huge value of add-ons. It was nice to be able to update my corel suite without actually having to cough up the cash.

Patrick B.

2021-05-20T15:29:22

Rated 4 out of 5

Off to a good start!

I?m steadily getting more and more pleased with my results of using this camera. There?s a bit of a learning curve to using it (and I?ve previously used a DLSR for years). But there have been helpful videos online and I found a third-party manual that explains things very clearly. And I keep taking pictures all the time, getting more comfortable with what the camera can do, and ending up with some really good photos, to boot! It?s a very powerful camera, and can really do a lot, probably more than I?ll ever need, but it?s proven to be a great walkaround camera for me, allowing me to get great landscape shots, but also some very up-close wildlife shots. The fact that I got the package with the spare battery was the wisest decision ever, and that spare has come in quite handy on some of my nature hikes. I really like the range of the lens, and I think having the 1-inch sensor helps the quality of my images.

CHRISTOPHER D.

2021-04-07T09:34:29

Rated 4 out of 5

Very good bridge camera

This is a wonderful 1" sensor bridge camera with a wide zoom range, 24mm to 400mm equivalent. Useful for everything from landscape to portraits to wildlife to closeups. The focus staking feature is fun for closeup work. The size and weight are convenient, specially for all its capabilities. Image quality if very good with the 1" sensor, much better than smaller sensor cameras I'd used.

Ivan G.

2020-09-29T17:31:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Package!

The perfect upgrade to my very old Lumix - now I have the features available to fine tune my photos!

JUDITH W.

2020-09-22T14:33:24

Rated 4 out of 5

I would highly recommend this camera as a lightweight, very versatile camera for hiking and traveling.

I am very impressed with the camera. The changes from the FZ1000 (my previous camera) were exactly what I wanted, especially the focus stacking option. I was not impressed with some of the accessories included in the kit, mostly the FlashPoint timer and shutter release. I couldn't get the shutter release to work. After contacting the manufacturer I was told that the shutter release DOES NOT WORK WITH THIS CAMERA (not mentioned in the description of the product) but was included as a "freebie". Also, the camera case is for accessories only, not the camera.

NIKKI P.

2020-07-29T10:29:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Pnasonic Sumix FZ 10002

I have had the camaera 2 weeks. Very happy with the features, ergonomics and quality of my photos. Still learning how to use this. Wish there were more instruction manuals for all the details.

Steven M.

2020-06-23T08:12:00

Rated 5 out of 5

AAA Novice Rated

If you're looking to upgrade, this camera is a huge step up from a phone and other small sensor cameras. I love the zoom capability and various menu settings and options all in one package. This is the first camera I've had where I feel I can capture the image quality one should expect. I am a novice at best but can still capture stunning images!

WILLIAM H.

2019-10-18T08:51:17

Rated 2 out of 5

Sluggish & Overpriced

After doing what I thought was an "Upgrade" from the FZ300, then FZ1000, then this model, I'm totally confused. There is Nothing better about this camera than the previous models. 1) It's just as sluggish to start up as the other models. 2) The zoom is just as sluggish as previous models (whether you use the lens control ring or the top dial). 3) JPG picture quality is fuzzy. 4) Most pictures are over-exposed, blowing out highlights. For the amount of money this costs, you can do much better with other brands. This is going back where it came from...

data-bank-a

2019-07-07T09:42:27

Rated 4 out of 5

Panasonic fz 1000 M2

It's a bit heavy, and the telephoto is a bit hard to hold even with the excellent stabilizer. But it beats lugging at least two lenses around. It has a 1" sensor which some reviews say is BS-CMOS but Panasonic just says MOS. Whatever, the picture quality is excellent. All in all a great compromise to a DSLR.

GEORGE J.

2019-06-12T10:00:15

Rated 5 out of 5

A big improvement

I’m very pleased with this camera. I had a Fz1000 and this is a big improvement. The touchscreen and new features like focus stacking are nice. The controls are better, no more switches that accidentally turn off image stabilization or change focus and zoom functions. I like having the an extra f stop and the autofocus is much quicker and more accurate.

STEVE B.

2019-04-18T10:28:41

Rated 5 out of 5

I have no hesitation in recommending the Mark 2.

I traded in my Lumix FZ1000 for the Mark 2 version. I thought this camera would do better at video. I was not disappointed. There is a noticeable upgrade in the video performance over the FZ1000. Still photos are the same excellent quality. I have no hesitation in recommending the Mark 2. Dealing with Adorama was an excellent experience as always. This is not my first first purchase from them.

Jim O.

2019-04-18T05:34:47

Rated 4 out of 5

The first impression is to have a very tough and very light camera

This camera has all I need, it is light , it has long lens ( 400mm ) and it has amazing quality ! ( I had a D7100 he put my arm to sleep! ) It has many functions and it is possible to configure many of them! the rotating display is very convenient and the touchscreen display works very well. I left 4star because : this camera create the raw file RW2 and at moment need to convert this file and after is possible to work with software

Luca G.

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Panasonic FZ1000 II Specifications

Optics
  • Camera Effective Pixels

    20.1 Megapixels

  • Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter

    1" High Sensitivity MOS Sensor / 20.9 Total Megapixels / Primary Color Filter

  • Lens: Aperture

    F2.8 - 4.0 / Multistage Iris Diaphragm (F2.8 - 11 (W), F4.0 - 11 (T))

  • Lens: Optical Zoom

    16x

  • Lens: Focal Length

    f = 9.1 - 146mm
    (27 - 432mm in 35mm equiv. in 4:3)
    (25 - 400mm in 35mm equiv. in 3:2)
    (26 - 416mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9)
    (32 - 512mm in 35mm equiv. in 1:1)
    (26 - 416mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. Off / Level Shot function Off)

  • Lens: Focal Length (Cont.)

    (28 - 448mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. On / Level Shot function Off)
    (31 - 496mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. On / Level Shot function On)
    (37 - 592mm in 35mm equiv. in 4K video / 4K PHOTO recording)

  • Lens: Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)

    22.4x (3:2 / 10M (M)), 32x (3:2 / 5M (S))

  • Lens: Intelligent Zoom

    32x

  • Lens: Type

    LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT
    15 elements in 11 groups
    (5 aspherical lenses / 8 aspherical surfaces / 4 ED lenses)

  • Lens: Optical Image Stabilizer

    5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.

  • Lens: Digital Zoom

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

  • Focus: Focusing Area

    Normal: Wide 30 cm - infinity / Tele 100 cm - infinity
    AF Macro / MF / Intelligent Auto / Motion Picture: Wide 3 cm - infinity / Tele 100 cm - infinity

  • Focus: AF Assist Lamp

    Yes (On / Off)

  • Focus: Type

    AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF
    AF Macro, Macro Zoom, Quick AF, Continuous AF (during motion picture recording), Touch AF/AE Function, Touch Shutter, Eye Sensor AF, Touch Pad AF, MF Assist, Touch MF Assist, AF+MF
    Focus Peaking, One Shot AF (Set the Fn button in custom menu to AF-ON), Low Light AF, Starlight AF

  • Focus: Post Focus

    Yes

  • Focus: Focus Stacking

    Yes

  • Focus: AF Metering

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

  • Shutter Speed [Still Image]

    Approx. 60 - 1/4,000 sec (Mechanical Shutter)
    Approx. 1 - 1/16,000 sec (Electronic Shutter)
    Bulb (Approx. 120 sec)

  • Shutter Speed [Motion Picture]

    Approx. 1/25 - 1/16,000 sec
    Approx. 1/2 - 1/16,000 sec (Creative Video M Mode / MF Mode)

Recording

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  • File Format

    Still Image: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.31) / RAW
    4K PHOTO: MP4
    Motion Picture: AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Audio 2ch), MP4 (Audio format: AAC 2ch)

  • Recording Mode

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

  • Filter

    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 Color / Sunshine (22 filters) For photos only

  • 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 For photos only

  • Burst Shooting Mode (Approx.)

    [AFS] H: 12 frames/sec, M: 7 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
    [AFF/AFC] H: 7 frames/sec (with Live View), M: 7 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)

  • 4K Photo Mode

    4K Burst: 30 frames/sec, max. 29 min 59 sec
    4K Burst (S/S): 30 frames/sec, max. 29 min 59 sec
    4K Pre-Burst: 30 frames/sec, approx. 2 sec
    Exif Information: Yes (Each JPEG image cropped out of the 4K burst file complies with EXIF.)
    Auto Marking Function: Auto / Face Priority / Motion Priority (in 4K Burst mode and 4K Burst (S/S) mode)

  • Motion Picture Recording: MP4

    [4K]3840x2160 4K/30p: 100Mbps
    [4K]3840x2160 4K/25p: 100Mbps
    [4K]3840x2160 4K/24p: 100Mbps
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/60p: 28Mbps
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/50p: 28Mbps
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/30p: 20Mbps
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/25p: 20Mbps
    [HD]1280x720 HD/30p: 10Mbps
    [HD]1280x720 HD/25p: 10Mbps

  • Motion Picture Recording: AVCHD

    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/50p: 28Mbps, 50p recording
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/50i: 17Mbps, 50i recording
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/25p: 24Mbps, 50i recording (sensor output is 25fps)
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/24p: 24Mbps, 24p recording

  • Motion Picture: High Speed Video MP4

    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/30p (Sensor Output is 120fps)
    [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/25p (Sensor Output is 100fps)

  • Continuous Recordable Time: MP4

    4K/30p, 4K/25p: Approx. 120 min
    FHD/60p, FHD/50p: Approx. 130 min (Motion Pictures)

  • Continuous Recordable Time: AVCHD

    FHD/50p, FHD/50i: Approx. 130 min (Motion Pictures)

  • Actual Recording Time: MP4

    4K/30p, 4K/25p: Approx. 60 min
    FHD/60p, FHD/50p: Approx. 65 min (Motion Pictures)

  • Actual Recording Time: AVCHD

    FHD/50p, FHD/50i: Approx. 65 min (Motion Pictures)

  • Exposure Parameters: Exposure

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

  • Exposure Compensation

    1/3 EV step, +/-5 EV (+/-3 EV for motion picture / 4K PHOTO)

  • Exposure Parameters: Light Metering

    Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot

  • Exposure Parameters: ISO Sensitivity

    Still Image: Auto / i.ISO / 80 / 100 / 125 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 Extended ISO
    Motion Picture: Auto / 80 / 100 / 125 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 Extended ISO
    (Changeable to 1/3 EV step)

  • Picture Quality: Still Picture Recording

    4:3 4864x3648 (17.5M) (L) / 3456x2592 (9M) (M) / 2432x1824 (4.5M) (S)
    3:2 5472x3648 (20M) (L) / 3888x2592 (10M) (M) / 2736x1824 (5M) (S)
    16:9 5472x3080 (17M) (L) / 3840x2160 (8M) (M) / 1920x1080 (2M) (S)
    1:1 3648x3648 (13.5M) (L) / 2592x2592 (6.5M) (M) / 1824x1824 (3.5M) (S)

  • Picture Quality: Image Quality

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

  • Picture Quality: White Balance

    AWB / AWBc / AWBw / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Color Temperature Setting
    (2-axis adjustable)

  • Picture Quality: Photo Style

    Standard, Vivid, Natural, Monochrome, L. Monochrome, L. Monochrome D, Scenery, Portrait, Custom, Cinelike D, Cinelike V

  • Picture Quality: Picture Adjustment

    Contrast, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, Saturation, Color Tone, Filter Effect, Grain Effect
    Except for Monochrome mode. For Monochrome mode only

  • Bracket: AE Bracket

    3, 5, 7 images in 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV step, Max. +/-3 EV

  • Bracket: Aperture Bracket

    3, 5 or all positions in 1 EV step

  • Bracket: Focus Bracket

    1 to 999 images, focus steps can be set in 10 levels

  • Bracket: White Balance Bracket

    3 images in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis

  • Other: Digital Red Eye Correction

    Yes (On / Off) (Red-Eye Removal)

  • Other: Wi-Fi

    IEEE 802.11b/g/n
    2412 MHz - 2462 MHz (1-11 ch)
    WPA / WPA2
    Infrastructure Mode / WPS

  • Other: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE))

  • Other: Self Timer

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

Playback

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  • Display: Playback Mode

    All, Picture Only, Video Only, Slideshow (All / Picture Only / Video Only, duration & effect is selectable), Calendar

  • Display: Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback

    12,30-thumbnails / Yes

  • Display: Rating / Rotate Image / Protect

    Yes / Yes / Yes

  • Display: Show Histogram/ Show Highlights

    Yes / Yes

  • Edit: Retouch

    Clear Retouch

  • Edit: Image Composition

    Light Composition, Sequence Composition

  • Edit: Motion Picture from Still Pictures

    Time Lapse Video, Stop Motion Video

  • Edit: RAW Processing

    Yes

  • Edit: Resize/ Cropping

    Yes / Yes

  • Edit: Title Edit / Text Stamp

    Yes / Yes

  • Edit: Video Divide

    Yes

  • Edit: Direct Print

    PictBridge compatible

  • OSD Language

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

  • Viewfinder

    0.39" OLED LVF (Live View Finder) (2,360k dots), Field of View: Approx. 100%
    Magnification: Approx. 0.74x (35 mm camera), Eye point: Approx. 20mm from eyepiece lens

Monitor

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  • LCD Monitor

    3.0" (7.5cm) Free-angle TFT Screen LCD Display (1240k dots)
    Static Touch Control
    Field of View: Approx. 100%

  • 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.
    Flash Synchro: 1st / 2nd Slow Sync.
    Synchronization for flash dimming and exposure compensation
    0.3 - 13.5m (Wide / ISO Auto), 1.0 - 9.5m (Tele / ISO Auto)

  • Recording Media

    SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
    (Compatible with UHS-I UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards)

  • Microphone / Speaker

    Stereo / Mono

  • Interface

    microHDMI type D, USB2.0 Micro-B

  • Remote Input

    Dia. 2.5mm (0.10")

  • External Microphone Input

    Dia. 3.5mm ( 0.14")

  • Power

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

  • Battery Life

    Approx. 440 images (rear monitor), 290 images (LVF), 430 images (LVF eco30fps setting)

Battery

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  • Battery Info

    required, included

  • Battery Material

    lithium ion

  • Battery Type

    non-universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

General

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  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    136.2 x 97.2 x 131.5mm (5.36 x 3.83 x 5.18")

  • Weight

    Approx. 810g (28.57 oz) (With Battery and SD Memory Card)
    Approx. 758g (26.74 oz) (Without Battery and SD Memory Card)

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About Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000M2 20.1MP Digital Camera with 25-400mm f/2.8-4 Leica DC Lens

FEATURED REVIEWS

A big improvement

By STEVE B.

I’m very pleased with this camera. I had a Fz1000 and this is a big improvement. The touchscreen and new features like focus stacking are nice. The controls are better, no more switches that accidentally turn off image stabilization or change focus and zoom functions. I like having the an extra f stop and the autofocus is much quicker and more accurate.

AAA Novice Rated

By WILLIAM H.

If you're looking to upgrade, this camera is a huge step up from a phone and other small sensor cameras. I love the zoom capability and various menu settings and options all in one package. This is the first camera I've had where I feel I can capture the image quality one should expect. I am a novice at best but can still capture stunning images!

Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II 20.1MP Digital Camera

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 II is a hybrid and highly-adaptable imaging system that features not only an ergonomic body with intuitive controls but a versatile zoom lens. It boasts a large, powerful 20.1MP 1" MOS sensor that’s optimized for low-light shooting, thanks to its improved color depth, noise reduction, and clarity within the extended ISO 125-12800 sensitivity range. Paired with an advanced imaging processor, the DMC-FZ1000 II has a rapid continuous shooting rate of 12 frames per second (single-shot AF) and 30 frames per second (4K PHOTO mode at 8MP). The 4K PHOTO mode is capable of combining sequential exposures to produce dynamic, “stromotion” still images. Complementing the camera’s well-rounded imaging capabilities is the long-reaching Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 16x zoom lens, which covers an equivalent focal range of 25-400mm. The 5-axis HYBRID Optical Image Stabilizer helps reduce camera shake, which typically becomes more noticeable towards the end of the zoom range. The camera itself looks like an interchangeable lens camera, especially with its built-in 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder and 3-inch 1.24m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD. Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity allows wireless sharing of images and remote control of the camera via a compatible tablet or smartphone.

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FEATURES:

  • Experience the ultimate in 4K QFHD/HD hybrid photography
  • 4K QFHD 30p video with hybrid 8MP post capture
  • Large 1-inch 20.1MP MOS sensor for amazing defocus control
  • Bright Leica DC Lens 25-400mm F2.8-4.0
  • Super-fast LUMIX DFD focusing technology
  • Integrated smartphone WiFi for remote imaging control

4K QFHD Video - Vibrant, Realistic Motion

Experience the world of 4K video capture. Enjoy true-to-life, ultra high-resolution images in smooth motion. Plus, the realistic ambience of audio recording with the optional Stereo / Shotgun Microphone (DMW-MS2*) with the ability to adjust sound gathering characteristics to match any shooting situation. For even greater versatility, switch to manual operation in Creative Video mode and dramatic slow motion in full-HD 120 fps video**.When recording videos in 4K, use a card rated as UHS Speed Class 3.

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** The recording format is 30p.

4K

8 Megapixel Hybrid Photo Frame Capture From 4K Video

The DMC-FZ1000 offers a true Hybrid Photography experience for everyone. It combines 4K video recording capability (QFHD 4K: 3840 x 2160, 30 fps in MP4)* with the ability to switch easily between video and still capture for the ultimate in image creativity. The FZ1000 also enables in-camera playback screen grabs of (3840 x 2160) 8-megapixel equivalent hybrid photography photos from 4K video footage to capture the spur-of-the-moment shots often missed with ordinary still photos.

* 4K video can be recorded up to 29 minutes 59 seconds. When recording videos in 4K, use a card rated as UHS Speed Class 3.

Hybrid

Express Yourself - Anywhere You Go

The FZ1000 is the Panasonic LUMIX flagship bridge camera with ultimate image quality. The superb images produced with a large 1-inch sensor and all-new lens fully express the limitless depth and sunlit warmth of nature. Its 16x optical zoom brings everything up close, from tiny birds on tree branches to animals crossing the distant horizon. Choose photos or videos in crisp 4K resolution. The DMC-FZ1000 is all you need to capture the world around you, in all its natural beauty.

Express Yourself - Anywhere You Go

Large 1-inch 20.1-megapixel MOS Sensor

The newly incorporated 1-inch 20.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS Sensor improves the S/N ratio, making it possible to capture clear images with minimum noise even when shot at ISO12800 / Extended ISO25600. Rich amounts of light help produce impressive defocus with shallow depth of field. The result is truly stunning images in a wide variety of shooting conditions.

Large 1-inch 20.1-megapixel MOS Sensor

Bright LEICA DC Lens - F2.8-4.0 25-400mm

The new LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens is created especially for the DMC-FZ1000. It has an F2.8-4.0 brightness that resists blurring even with telephoto shots, and an angle of view that extends from 25mm wide-angle to 16x optical zoom*. Comprising 15 elements in 11 groups, including 4 ED lenses and 5 aspherical lenses with 8 aspherical surfaces, this advanced lens unit achieves high MTF value. Adoption of 5 aspherical glass lenses achieves beautiful, evenly smooth defocus with invisible edge line, which is made possible by Panasonic's unique aspherical lens mold technology.

* 35mm camera equivalent: 25-400mm.

Bright LEICA DC Lens - F2.8-4.0 25-400mm

Light Speed AF with LUMIX DFD Focus Technology

A new linear motor integrated into the focus system achieves approx. 275% faster1 focusing, compared to the conventional DMC-FZ200. In addition new DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology2 shortens the time to set the focus. It instantaneously calculates the distance to the subject by evaluating 2 images with different sharpness levels. As a result, ultra high-speed AF of approx. 0.09 sec3 (wide-end) / approx. 0.171, 4sec (tele-end) is achieved.

1 Panasonic in-house examination.
2 Woks for photo shooting only
3 CIPA standard. When using Live View Finder.
4 Infinity to 2m shooting time lag.

Light Speed AF with LUMIX DFD Focus Technology

5-AXIS Correction / Tilt Correction

The HYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) + with 5-axis correction* gives you blur-less, one-handed video shooting ability. It detects and compensates for the camera's 5 types of movement - horizontal, vertical, axis of rotation, vertical rotation and horizontal rotation. The Level Shot Function* detects the image's horizontal line and maintains it even if the camera is tilted. It takes stable video even in high-angle, blind recording.

* HYBRID O.I.S.+ and Level Shot Function do not work in 4K video recording.

5-AXIS Correction / Tilt Correction

Unwire your Creativity with Remote WIFI Shooting

  • Smartphone Enabled Remote Shooting / Remote View - With the Panasonic Image App, you can utilize a smartphone or tablet as a remote controller to zoom, set the focus and shoot from a distance.
  • Easy Share - Instantly upload and share images on social media using the Panasonic Image App on a smartphone or tablet.
  • Easy Connection - Simply touching an NFC-compatible smartphone / tablet to the camera, or scanning the QR code connects to WiFi.
  • Geotagging - Tag location information to the image by utilizing the GPS log of a smartphone / tablet and share it to the preferred social media.
Unwire your Creativity with Remote WIFI Shooting

Macro Photography to 3cm

Stunning macro shots can be shot with minimum focusing distance of 3cm. You can enjoy shooting close-up shots with the DMC-FZ1000 only to express spectacular details of flowers, insects and so on.

Macro Photography to 3cm

In-camera Creative Control / Creative Panorama

In-camera Creative Control adds artistic and original expression to your photos and videos. Plus, create vertical / horizontal panoramic photos with a unique touch just by swiveling the camera.[Filter Effects] 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 Color, Sunshine*, **

* Cannot be used in Creative Panorama.
** Cannot be used in video recording.

In-camera Creative Control / Creative Panorama

Multiple Accessory Options to Choose From

For a more rewarding Hybrid Photography experience, add an optional External Flash (DMW-FL580L) with built-in LCD video light.
The FZ1000 videos offer high-quality, highly realistic Dolby® Digital stereo sound from a built-in microphone. A stereo zoom microphone features a zoom noise reduction system, and a Auto Wind Cut function blocks out most of the noise from background wind. With the optional DMW-MS2* Stereo/Shotgun Microphone, you can adjust the sound gathering characteristics to match the shooting situation.The impressive flexibility of DMC-FZ1000 goes far beyond the limit of conventional bridge camera.

* Sold separately.

Multiple Accessory Options to Choose From

Enjoy a Greater Control over Creativity with in-Camera Controls

Enjoy a Greater Control over Creativity with in-Camera Controls

Enjoy a Greater Control over Creativity with in-Camera Controls

Become a master of photography with the LUMIX DC-FZ1000M2 20.1MP Digital Camera, a versatile and powerful device that brings professional quality to your fingertips. Equipped with a large 1-inch High Sensitivity MOS Sensor, this camera delivers 20.1 megapixels of exceptional image quality, ensuring that your photos exhibit excellent low light and color depth performance. Capture every detail with minimal noise, thanks to the sensor's high signal-to-noise ratio, even at high ISO settings up to 25600.

The heart of the LUMIX FZ1000M2 is its remarkable 16x optical zoom Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens, with a 35mm camera equivalent range of 25-400mm. This lens is renowned for its ability to produce sharp, high-resolution images with a beautiful, smooth defocus effect, thanks to its F2.8-4.0 aperture range. The extended minimum aperture of F11 allows for greater depth of field control, from F2.8-F11 at the wide end to F4.0-F11 at the telephoto end.

For those seeking to capture the essence of movement, the camera offers innovative 4K PHOTO modes. Freeze the perfect moment from a 4K video sequence at 30 fps and save it as a high-resolution 8-megapixel image. With functions like 4K Burst Shooting, 4K Burst (Start/Stop), and 4K Pre-burst, you'll never miss a shot. The Auto Marking and Sequence Composition features streamline the process of selecting the best images and creating composite motion pictures directly in-camera.

Video enthusiasts will appreciate the camera's ability to record stunningly smooth, high-resolution QFHD 4K videos at 3840x2160 resolution, in either 30p or 24p frame rates. The camera's advanced video capabilities are further enhanced by its 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) plus Active Mode, which effectively compensates for camera shake, ensuring steady footage even when shooting handheld.

The LUMIX FZ1000M2 also introduces new Monochrome modes, L.Monochrome and L.Monochrome D, to its Photo Style options, allowing for dynamic black and white photography with rich gradations and the ability to adjust grain effects for added creativity.

Experience precise control and composition with the camera's high-speed OLED Live View Finder, boasting a 2,360k-dot resolution and approximately 0.74x magnification. The 3.0-inch 1,240k-dot touch control display offers flexibility, rotating 180 degrees to the side and tilting 270 degrees up and down, ensuring you can capture images from any angle.

Post Focus and Focus Stacking modes offer post-capture creative freedom, allowing you to choose or adjust the focus point after taking the picture, which is especially useful for macro and intricate shots.

The camera's operability is enhanced with intuitive controls, including front and rear dials for direct setting adjustments, and customizable Fn buttons for quick access to your most-used settings. Stay connected with integrated Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, enabling remote shooting and easy image sharing through the Panasonic Image App.

Embrace the power and flexibility of the LUMIX FZ1000M2, a camera that combines high picture quality with professional operability, making it an ideal choice for both aspiring and seasoned photographers.

Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000M2 20.1MP Digital Camera with 25-400mm f/2.8-4 Leica DC Lens Features

  • Robust Monochrome Options
  • Zoom Compose Assist
  • Ultra High Speed Focusing
  • Intuitive Lens Barrel Operation
  • Intuitive Dual Dial Operation
  • 3cm Macro Shooting
  • AC/USB Power Charging
  • Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi
  • 4K PHOTO Auto Marking, 4K PHOTO Sequence Composition
  • 4K Video
  • High Speed Video in FHD
  • 5-axis Correction / Tilt Correction
  • Stereo Zoom Microphone
  • Focus Stacking