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Panasonic LUMIX 4K Digital Camera, 18.1 Megapixel Video Camera, 60X Zoom DC VARIO 20-1200mm Lens, F2.8-5.9 Aperture, Power O.I.S. Stabilization, Touch Enabled 3-Inch LCD, Wi-Fi, DC-FZ80K (Black)

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  • Point and Shoot Long Zoom Camera: 18.1 megapixel MOS sensor plus 60X zooms DC Vario lens (20 1220 millimeter and Power O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) captures far off moments
  • High Resolution View Finder and LCD Display: High resolution 1,170K dot view finder and rear touch enabled 3 inch LCD Display (1040 dots) are clear even in bright sunlight. Lens:14 elements in 12 groups
  • 4K video Capture: 4K QFHD video recording (3840 x 2160) with three unique 4K ultra HD video pause and save 4K photo modes extracts individual high resolution Photos from 4K ultra HD video filmed at 30 frames per second to capture split second moments
  • Low Light Performance: Low light capture lets you enjoy photography during your nightlife again with impressive results; Note: Refer to user manual PDF attached below in technical specification for trouble shooting steps are on page 54
  • USB Charging and Wi-Fi Connectivity: Enjoy travel ready technologies like USB charging and Wi Fi connectivity to your mobile device; HDMI D (Micro), Micro USB and USB 2.0 provide additional connectivity to your favorite devices; Max resolution: 4896 x 3672
  • Viewfinder: 0.20" LVF (Live View Finder) (1,166k dots equiv.), Field of View: Approx. 100%, Lens 19.6x
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    Panasonic LUMIX Digital Camera DC-FZ80K

    Panasonic LUMIX Digital Camera DC-FZ80K

    4K Point-and-Shoot Long Zoom Camera

    The perfect point-and-shoot camera for travelers, the Panasonic LUMIX Digital Camera DC-FZ80K combines exclusive 4K Photo with 4K video capture performance that everyone can enjoy. This 18.1 megapixel digital camera features a super-long 20-1200mm (60X) LUMIX DC VARIO lens with a super bright F2.8-5.9 aperture range that is optically stabilized with Panasonic’s POWER O.I.S. technology. High-resolution 4K video technology enables you to capture fast-paced action in stunning quality and create printable photos with 4K Photo ’s blistering 30 fps burst feature.

    For additional creative freedom, Post Focus and Focus Stacking allow for changing the photos depth of field or focus points after you take the picture. Enjoy travel-ready technologies like USB charging and Wi-Fi connectivity to your mobile device for on the go convenience.

    At a Glance:

    • Exclusive 4K Photo combined with 4K video capture performance
    • 18.1-megapixel MOS sensor
    • Optically stabilized long zoom 20-1200mm (60X) LUMIX DC VARIO lens
    • High-resolution 1,170k-dot viewfinder and touch-enabled 3-inch LCD display
    • Travel-ready USB charging and Wi-Fi connection to a mobile device

    Features & Benefits

    Long Zoom Camera that Everyone Can Enjoy

    Full Range 60X Long Zoom Captures Images Far and Wide

    4K PHOTO Action Records and Saves High-Quality Images

    Long Zoom Camera that Everyone Can Enjoy

    Perfect for travelers and professional photographers, the Panasonic LUMIX DC-FZ80K long zoom camera is an 'All-Rounder' that everyone can enjoy.

    Photos by LUMIX Ambassador Jacob James.

    Full Range 60X Long Zoom Captures Images Far and Wide

    From 20mm wide-angle compositions for breathtaking landscapes, to an amazing 60X zoom to capture far off moments, the FZ80’s LUMIX DC VARIO lens brings it all together.

    4K Photo Action Records and Saves High-Quality Images

    4K video technology enables Ultra HD photography with the innovative 4K Photo feature. Simply capture ultra high-resolution 4K video at super-fast 30 frames per second, then press Play, Pause and Save to extract the exact instant you want from individual 4K video frames to create a 4K still image.

    Features & Benefits

    Impressive Low-Light Performance

    Shoot Now, 'Post Focus' Later for Creative Freedom

    4K Video Captures 4X the Resolution of Standard Full HD

    Comfort Grip and High-Resolution Viewfinder

    Impressive Low-Light Performance

    Enjoy photography during your nightlife again with impressive low-light capture.

    Shoot Now, 'Post Focus' Later for Creative Freedom

    Panasonic’s 4K technology 'Post Focus' feature allows you to set your desired focus points after the photo has been taken. Plus, selecting several focus points via the Focus Stacking feature provides greater depth of focus creative freedom.

    4K Video Captures 4X the Resolution of Standard Full HD

    Unleash 4K technology with 4K video capture mode that captures up to 4X the resolution (3840 x 2160) of standard Full HD. It makes for amazing quality for your fast-paced action and exciting scenes.

    Comfort Grip and High-Resolution Viewfinder

    The LUMIX FZ80 perfectly fits in your hand with an ergonomic grip. Its high resolution 1,170K-dot viewfinder and rear touch-enabled 3-inch LCD display are clear even in bright sunlight.

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    Perfect for travelers, the Panasonic Lumix Digital Camera DC FZ80K brings the legendary optical performance of a super long 60X (20 1200mm) DC Vario lens with amazingly stable O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) to a highly portable point and shoot travel camera. With a powerful 18.1 megapixel MOS sensor, the Lumix DC VARIO camera lens features a super bright F2.8 5.9 aperture range that is optically stabilized with Panasonic’s Power O.I.S. technology to add striking depth of field dimension to your photographs even in low light conditions. The high resolution power of 4K video technology captures up to 4X the resolution (3840 x 2160) of standard Full HD, enabling you to create printable photos with 4K photo's blistering 30 frames per second burst feature. Post Focus and Focus Stacking provide for additional creative freedom by allowing you to change depth of field or focus points after you take the picture. The Lumix FZ80 perfectly fits in your hand with an ergonomic grip while its rear touch enabled 3 inch LCD display and high resolution 1,170K dot viewfinder remain clear even in bright sunlight. Convenient travel ready technologies like USB charging and Wi Fi connectivity to your mobile device make the Lumix DC FZ80K a digital camera that everyone can enjoy.


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    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    3,533 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the weight, quality, value, and features of the digital camera. For example, they mention it's light weight, easy to carry, and has a long zoom lens. That said, opinions are mixed on focus, ease of use, and image quality.

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    267 customers mention261 positive6 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that it looks and works like new, it has good quality German engineering, and it's a reliable secondary unit for recording audible clips from live. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...I took a few 4k videos which are very impressive in quality as well...." Read more

    "...It works great and keeps my camera quickly accessible while not fighting with my binoculars for space on my chest." Read more

    "This is the spare battery I got, and works well - enter this term into the Amazon search box: B004GK3TBC..." Read more

    "...shooting days, but Leica lenses have a reputation of being extremely high quality...." Read more

    189 customers mention163 positive26 negative

    Customers like the zoom of the digital camera. They say it has excellent optics and a fantastic 60x optical zoom. Some mention that the camera has a 60x mechanical zoom and Optical image stabilization.

    "...The zoom is literally incredible!) Just remember to press the shutter button halfway to set the auto focus before snapping the shot...." Read more

    "...As you can see the zoom is exceptional. None of these images were taken with a tripod...." Read more

    "...Pros:* Unbelievable zoom range* Good quality photos and video with enough light* Stabilization is fantastic*..." Read more

    "...Seriously, it was perfect for what we were looking for. And the super zoom (optical) is amazing!..." Read more

    167 customers mention141 positive26 negative

    Customers like the value of the digital camera. They say it's a great value for the money, has a good zoom, and is worth the monthly payments. Some mention that it'll be a competent budget camera and worth the extra size.

    "...All in all, I am very pleased with this camera's ease of use, weight, cost, and image quality...." Read more

    "...I still think it is worth the price, especially if you like taking wild animal photos." Read more

    "...2. Affordability. I couldn't justify the expense of the FZ2500, but felt the features and functions of the FZ80 would meet my needs. 3. Leica lens...." Read more

    "...* Great battery life, cheap after-market batteries as well...." Read more

    60 customers mention53 positive7 negative

    Customers like the features of the digital camera. They mention that it provides tons of features, including standard features like aperture and shutter priority. Some appreciate the cute and OK features. Overall, customers are happy with the camera's versatility and capabilities.

    "...Overall - Buy this for the amazing zoom only. Other features are cute and OK. Let any other feature be a bonus if it works out for you...." Read more

    "...It has a ton of automatic feature to cover a variety of photo taking occasions..." Read more

    "...built well and very intuitive to use once you get used to it's many built-in features...." Read more

    "...It’s not super expensive and it has all the features you’ll be looking for...." Read more

    51 customers mention41 positive10 negative

    Customers like the weight of the digital camera. They say it has a great battery life, and is easy to use. Some customers also mention that the camera is lightweight, and has able to zoom in.

    "...The camera is exceptionally lightweight. It fits easily in my field bag alongside the binoculars and does not take up a lot of room...." Read more

    "...It's not top of the line, but it's light and very easy to use. The zoom is fantastic...." Read more

    "...The 4K videos are sharp and the colors are fantastic. It's not heavy at all, just a bit bulky because of it's zoom lens, but it is very comfortable..." Read more

    "...Its pretty lightweight and not expensive as to where I feel I need to baby it when outdoors and hiking...." Read more

    308 customers mention195 positive113 negative

    Customers are mixed about the image quality of the camera. Some mention that it takes very good photos, while others say that it has poor image quality and is sketchy in low light. The pictures are grainy and not full-frame.

    "...am very pleased with this camera's ease of use, weight, cost, and image quality...." Read more

    "...I've used it for three weeks. The photo I uploaded is unretouched, no tripod, and shot at well over 100 feet on full zoom...." Read more

    "...not good in low light- poor image quality (when examining images there are a lot of aberrations)-..." Read more

    "...•Remote control your camera using your phone. Great for selfies.•55mm lens means you can add-in other screw-in lenses etc...." Read more

    158 customers mention108 positive50 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the camera. Some mention it's very easy to use, with an intuitive setup and feel. They say the controls are relatively easy to operate, and the camera is easy to take pictures. However, others say that the user interface is poor and the directions are confusing. They also mention that the camera can be surprisingly complicated for a point-and-shoot camera, and that the instruction book is very sparse.

    "...All in all, I am very pleased with this camera's ease of use, weight, cost, and image quality...." Read more

    "...to give it a good trial run, but so far, it's proven extremely easy to use and has resulted in some decent back yard photos...." Read more

    "...•Camera can be surprisingly complicated for a point-and-shoot camera...." Read more

    "...What I loved is that it was really easy to switch among 3 different photo modes.-Fully automatic (it selects everything for you)..." Read more

    94 customers mention43 positive51 negative

    Customers are mixed about the focus of the digital camera. Some mention that the autofocus is fast and easy to figure out, while others say that the manual focus sucks and the camera has a hard time focusing. The zoom is real good, but it's hard to get a quick focus when zooming out.

    "...no easy manual focus.. its electronically controlled and lags- auto-focus constantly misses the targer-..." Read more

    "...camera isn't so good for large dark outdoor environments, the flash is pretty good though for close-ups...." Read more

    "...The autofocusing on a leaf can be annoying, but survivable. The wifi, etc. is nice but not particularly useful for me...." Read more

    "...There's also the scarcely heralded slow motion video capture function which captures 720p HD video at 120 FPS, and it works really well...." Read more

    Amazing zoom. Camera otherwise OK.
    4 Stars
    Amazing zoom. Camera otherwise OK.
    This is the spare battery I got, and works well - enter this term into the Amazon search box: B004GK3TBCEasily gives hundreds of shots on a full charge.I have included 5 pre- versus post-zoom images to show you how good it is. Evidence speaks for itself. In the pre-zoom the subjects are near the center in every example, so you do not have to play Where's Waldo. As you can see the zoom is exceptional. None of these images were taken with a tripod. Indeed for a couple of them, I was in a moving gondola above the mountains with camera in-hand.Other things I liked:•Wifi connect directly to your phone to move images from camera to phone (no internet required).•Long battery length. I did buy a spare too, but was never worried about losing charge. The cam has a battery indicator display anyhow.•Touch screen that you press what you want to focus on.•Remote control your camera using your phone. Great for selfies.•55mm lens means you can add-in other screw-in lenses etc. I used a screw-in 55mm UV filter for my images.Things I did not like:•Not many preset functions on the function wheel.•Panorama will only go left-to-right. Refuses to work right-to-left.•In many cases outside of zoom my cellphone takes better photos.•Camera can be surprisingly complicated for a point-and-shoot camera.•I could not get the macro to work. There are many macro settings and all seem garbage. Cellphone was way better.•Oh, and the annoying "beep" noises when setting up and taking photos left me constantly embarrassed in quiet cathedrals when you are supposed to be silent. No idea if these annoying beeps can be turned off or not.Overall - Buy this for the amazing zoom only. Other features are cute and OK. Let any other feature be a bonus if it works out for you. But cellphone cameras can usually beat this camera for everything but zoom. I still think it is worth the price, especially if you like taking wild animal photos.
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    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Bought to take on Safari in South Africa, it did not disappoint
    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
    First, I purchased this camera only a few weeks before our Safari trip to South Africa. I based it on several factors, but really wanted the best optical zoom for the cost without the concern of a $2k camera falling into a watering hole or getting damaged. I spent a few days getting used to the automatic mode operation and found a YouTube series from Graham Houghton on this particular model as an incredible tutorial. I got a few small accessories with it (UV lens cover, tulip hood, mono-pod, spare batteries, and charger) as well. The camera is exceptionally lightweight. It fits easily in my field bag alongside the binoculars and does not take up a lot of room. I posted three pics of the same lion: one at base level zoom, one at maximum 60x optical zoom, and one at max optical plus digital zoom. I took a few 4k videos which are very impressive in quality as well. All in all, I am very pleased with this camera's ease of use, weight, cost, and image quality. I found it interesting that I hardly used my binoculars when out in the bush, I would just zoom in with the camera to see what was going on.
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great point-and-shoot (and a LOT more) camera for a great price!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023
    I got this to be able to do some birding, and because I'd outgrown my old Lumix camera. I'd go out on a limb and qualify this as a "Pro-sumer" level camera. It allows capture in RAW format, as well in compressed formats. It has 4K rapid-fire modes that even allows the capture of images before you press the release.
    I like the fact that it has both a screen and a viewfinder, which I find very useful outdoors. The 20-1200mm (equivalent) optical zoom is outstanding! It allows me to get up-close shots from fifty feet away.
    If you're not ready to spend a couple thousand on a DSLR, this is the perfect compromise for under $400!
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2023
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing zoom. Camera otherwise OK.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2023
    This is the spare battery I got, and works well - enter this term into the Amazon search box: B004GK3TBC
    Easily gives hundreds of shots on a full charge.

    I have included 5 pre- versus post-zoom images to show you how good it is. Evidence speaks for itself. In the pre-zoom the subjects are near the center in every example, so you do not have to play Where's Waldo. As you can see the zoom is exceptional. None of these images were taken with a tripod. Indeed for a couple of them, I was in a moving gondola above the mountains with camera in-hand.

    Other things I liked:
    •Wifi connect directly to your phone to move images from camera to phone (no internet required).
    •Long battery length. I did buy a spare too, but was never worried about losing charge. The cam has a battery indicator display anyhow.
    •Touch screen that you press what you want to focus on.
    •Remote control your camera using your phone. Great for selfies.
    •55mm lens means you can add-in other screw-in lenses etc. I used a screw-in 55mm UV filter for my images.

    Things I did not like:
    •Not many preset functions on the function wheel.
    •Panorama will only go left-to-right. Refuses to work right-to-left.
    •In many cases outside of zoom my cellphone takes better photos.
    •Camera can be surprisingly complicated for a point-and-shoot camera.
    •I could not get the macro to work. There are many macro settings and all seem garbage. Cellphone was way better.
    •Oh, and the annoying "beep" noises when setting up and taking photos left me constantly embarrassed in quiet cathedrals when you are supposed to be silent. No idea if these annoying beeps can be turned off or not.

    Overall - Buy this for the amazing zoom only. Other features are cute and OK. Let any other feature be a bonus if it works out for you. But cellphone cameras can usually beat this camera for everything but zoom. I still think it is worth the price, especially if you like taking wild animal photos.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2017
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Does everything I need it to do and then some!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2017
    My first digital camera was a Sony Mavica that had 640x480 resolution and saved photos on floppy disks. That will give you some indication of how long I've been playing around with digital photography. For the past several years I had a Canon EOS Rebel T3 with multiple lenses. When I began to travel internationally for work, I wanted something smaller that I could take with me without having to carry both laptop and camera bags. I purchased a Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and absolutely loved it. It did everything I needed it to do in truly compact and low-stress "point and shoot."

    Recently, I've been debating whether to upgrade my Canon and investing in additional lenses or purchasing something new. After much research and soul-searching I opted for what many are calling a "bridge" camera. Although it felt a bit like a step down from a DSLR, I had to recognize that I simply don't shoot the same way that I used to. I no longer photograph weddings or senior portraits and really just needed a good, reliable camera that was compact enough that I would be more likely to take it with me when traveling. More often than not, I find myself using my iPhone because I didn't want to have to haul my camera bag around. There were three main reasons why I chose the FZ80 model. 1. Ease-of-use. I already knew from my previous experience with my point and shoot Lumix that this would be fairly easy to use. 2. Affordability. I couldn't justify the expense of the FZ2500, but felt the features and functions of the FZ80 would meet my needs. 3. Leica lens. Perhaps this is a hold over from my film shooting days, but Leica lenses have a reputation of being extremely high quality. If I was going to be giving up lens interchangeability, I wanted crisp, beautiful photos.

    I've only had this camera for a week and haven't had much of an opportunity to give it a good trial run, but so far, it's proven extremely easy to use and has resulted in some decent back yard photos. I only gave it 4 stars though due to the low F-stop range. I know it has a post-image editing tool to customize depth of field, but that seems like too much hassle right now for something that is a step above point and shoot. I haven't figured out the WiFi link, yet, but am looking forward to playing with that. I'm also looking forward to trying out the video function.

    The photos below show the "pink" moon on April 10th, a series of shots at different zoom lengths outside of my front door, and some flowers where I played with the various shooting modes.

    All-in-all, I'm very happy with this purchase. And the best part is that I was able to offset the cost a bit by selling my Canon EOS on eBay.
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    Rafael Gonzalez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente para fotos casuales. Muy buen artículo
    Reviewed in Mexico on February 20, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente para fotos casuales. Muy buen artículo
    Reviewed in Mexico on February 20, 2024
    El zoom digital es fantástico
    El vídeo y audio que graba es de excelente calidad
    En si la línea lumix de Panasonic es muy buena para fotos caseras y una buena opción para dar los primeros pasos al mundo de la fotografía sin necesidad de hacer fuertes inversiones. La recomiendo mucho para los viajes y tomas casuales con familia y amigos.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Vale a pena
    Reviewed in Brazil on July 31, 2021
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    Sandeep
    5.0 out of 5 stars It is as per my expectation
    Reviewed in India on July 30, 2022
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    Squirrel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Camera For the new photographer
    Reviewed in Canada on September 11, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Camera For the new photographer
    Reviewed in Canada on September 11, 2019
    If you are a beginner photographer and looking for a bridge camera, you might immediately think of brands like Nikon and Canon, which have stood the test of time. While I too was inclined toward these brands, I also wanted a camera that packed a decent zoom just to give me that extra bit of flexibility without having to pack several lenses when travelling.

    Having used this camera extensively for around 6 weeks in a variety of lighting conditions, in cities and in the country, I can say that it does not disappoint. The build quality feels solid and it can easily be carried around for a few hours without too much effort.

    The Intelligent Auto + (iA+), which the camera is set to by default, does a good job at recognizing particular scene types and adjusting the exposure accordingly. In this mode, you still have control of a number of parameters, including exposure value compensation ( which effectively changes the aperture) and white balance. Image stabilization is smooth even at the longer end of the telephoto range, providing you use the electronic viewfinder and cradle the lens barrel as you take the shot. Telephoto image quality can be improved considerably with the use of a tripod. The lens itself extends and retracts quickly and smoothly, while autofocus easily finds the subject. You can also select the focus point yourself using the touchscreen if you are not satisfied.

    There are times, for example in low light conditions or indoors, where the camera may select the wrong scene type and completely muck up the exposure. In these cases I would select either Program Auto or Manual modes to get more control over shutter speed and aperture. Bearing in mind the small sensor, the camera's handheld performance in low light is passable. If you anticipate doing a decent amount of low light photography, I would suggest buying a cheap but stable tripod and using Manual modes to adjust exposure. Just remember to turn image stabilization off to prevent unwanted artifacts smearing the image.

    Those looking for creative control over depth of field similar to what a DSLR can offer will be disappointed. This is not a fixed aperture lens. The camera's aperture range at 20mm EFL is F/2.8- F8, but at 100mm is only F/5.9 to F8. this makes it hard to achieve shallow depth of field at the lower focal lengths, although it is still possible at longer focal lengths providing you use a smaller aperture such as F/2.8 or F4 and correspondingly faster shutter speeds. Having said that, depth of field at the wide angle setting does not change significantly between F/4 and F8. I would argue that F/4 is a better setting for landscapes as you get less softening of the image.

    You can see some of the images below this review which I have taken using this camera. The resolution, sharpness and detail are more than adequate for the amateur enthusiast. One great feature is the built-in WiFi, which makes transferring images to your smartphone a doddle.

    One of the great strengths of this camera is the 4K video, which is not generally found at this price range. While 4K only shoots for 15 minutes at a time due to the risk of overheating, you can still shoot in 1080p for as long as you want.

    In conclusion, this is a great camera for this price and can easily adapt to any situation and help you build your photography skills for years to come. Would I buy it again? Absolutely.
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    PAULETTE BREND
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice camera
    Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2023