Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300
Jun 19, 2019 13:09:58 #
I am looking at the panasonic lumix dmc-fz300 to purchase. Does any one have one or know much about this bridge camera, I would appreciate any input that might help me out. Thank you .......Mike
Jun 19, 2019 14:35:39 #
From the specs, it is a 12 MP camera (a little low by today's standard, but more than adequate for prints up to 8 X 10 or 8 X 12). Furthermore, it has a lens that is f/2.8 over its whole range, much better than most of today's offerings. If purchased as a refurbished from a reputable dealer (B&H, KEH) you could have a great bargain.
Jun 19, 2019 16:05:21 #
Thank you, I will get it, for $299.00 that is the price now with a $100.00 rebate right off the top, I will buy it new...........Mike
Jun 20, 2019 06:23:16 #
I have the FZ 50 which is considerably older but takes great pics. I think the 300 would be an upgraded version of that camera and at the price I’d say go for it. And don’t be concerned about the “low” pixels. 12 is more than adequate for most people.
Jun 20, 2019 07:16:48 #
sab2101 wrote:
I am looking at the panasonic lumix dmc-fz300 to purchase. Does any one have one or know much about this bridge camera, I would appreciate any input that might help me out. Thank you .......Mike
Given the limitations of its small sensor the image quality of the FZ300 is decent and its constant f/2.8 max aperture throughout the zoom range is a major plus. One other feature which sets it apart from most other bridge cameras is that it is weather sealed - a plus if you like to be out shooting even in poor weather conditions.
Jun 20, 2019 09:00:32 #
Seems like a good choice. I wouldn't be too concerned about enlargements, as there are software solutions that work surprisingly well.
Jun 20, 2019 10:34:53 #
Jun 20, 2019 13:41:08 #
sab2101 wrote:
I am looking at the panasonic lumix dmc-fz300 to purchase. Does any one have one or know much about this bridge camera, I would appreciate any input that might help me out. Thank you .......Mike
I have one and love it. The fixed f2.8 lens and 600 mm reach are adequate for my purposes.
Jun 20, 2019 15:07:39 #
VJG wrote:
I have one and love it. The fixed f2.8 lens and 600 mm reach are adequate for my purposes.
Thank you I just bought it, have to learn the menu system, seems a lot different from my Nikon. Looks like it has a lot of different features such as 4k burst mode amongst others..........Mike
Jun 20, 2019 16:08:10 #
Jun 20, 2019 19:56:50 #
sailwiz
Loc: Santee, CA
If you want or need weather proofing this is great camera. MP's are low but most of us probably don't use them all anyway.
Jun 20, 2019 20:35:08 #
Mike, I have an FZ 200 and love it. The 300 is an upgrade with bluetooth among other things. Will upgrade to the 300 if mine ever breaks. Check out Graham Houghton for some great tips on the camera. The guy is a wizard. Mike
Jun 20, 2019 21:36:36 #
Thank you all. I just purchased Graham Houghton's book from e-bay. He is very good on you tube also about this camera. I also went from a Nikon D5600 to this camera. Just got tired of changing lenses......Mike
Jun 21, 2019 16:52:54 #
Have owned and appreciated a SX50.....FZ1000...HX300....HX400.....FZ200 …...FZ300 … through a long period taking the plus and minas . I have kept the FZ300. Sharp and a heck of a good piece of glass. I need the reach and find the camera well built. The 4k shots come out great and for my inside camera this definitely works. I did retire and buy myself a RX10M4. That is my outside camera. You will do well with the 300 it is a fine piece of equiptment which with the weather sealing . I thought that a A7111 would be nice but to get to the distance I need I might have to sell my house..
Jun 21, 2019 17:30:36 #
I own a Lumix DMC FZ-300 and I'm quite pleased with it. I used to teach Photography and Darkroom technique, and had an idea of what I needed. This camera more than delivers, and the picture quality is good. See the attached.
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