hookedupin2005 Loc: Northwestern New Mexico

I am looking at buying a Panasonic lumix FZ1000. However, there are no stores around here that I can handle the camera, so I don't know if it will fit my big hands. Anyone with experience with this camera? I made the mistake of buying an Olympus mirrorless, and it was way too small for me. Any replys will be appreciated.

PixelStan77 Loc: Vermont/Chicago

Rent one.

ORpilot Loc: Prineville, Or

The largest bridge is the Nikon P1000 and P900. The are roughly the same size as the regular nikons.

joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA

[quote=PixelStan77]Rent one.[

joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA

Online reviews always mention how it feels in the hands. Look around online.

pjalper Loc: San Pedro Ca.

Hi there....I shoot with a FZ200 and also have 'LARGE hands". The FZ is a very comfortable unit and much lighter than my D750. Suggest you rent one for a day, and shoot, shoot, shoot!!. Good luck. Peter

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

I have the ZS100. I got it wanting a pocket camera with zoom and larger than a 1/2.3" sensor. If I had it to do over again, I would get the 1/2.3" sensor camera. I find that the benefit of the 1" isn't worth (to me) the lesser zoom range. So you might consider the DC-FZ80, 'tho it it is slightly smaller than the 1000.

Peterfiore Loc: Where DR goes south

You may also consider the Sony RX10 IV. The size of a medium-sized DSLR. Amazing lens, effective 24-600. It is stabilized and has an excellent 1" sensor. I've had since my trip to Newfound Land in 2018.

BuckeyeBilly Loc: St. Petersburg, FL

What size is your current camera, the one you are comfortable with? Compare its size against the Panasonic.

dbaird2495

I have the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000. I have large hands and it fits perfectly. I use it and my Nikon D7200 and there is no difference in feel.

DaveJ Loc: NE Missouri

I owned the FZ1000 before I rejoined Canon. It is a nice size camera. It is not too small for larger hands, IMO. For the dollars, it is very good.

Arca

hookedupin2005

Good morning. I have had an 'FZ1000' since 2017 and absolutely love it. It is about the same size as my 'NikonF100'. That is an average size 35mm film camera, in case this example is before your time. I bought the 'FZ1000' when it was on sale from 'B & H'. I did not have the opportunity of picking it up in my hands until it arrived. I am going to assume my hands are of average size for a guy 5'7". It is early morning here now, and I have only had one cup of coffee, but I cannot think of any time in the past few years when this camera has been a problem for me on the basis of its size.

I do not use the video capability, but the 'FZ1000 Type II' has one feature which you may find helpful, which the 'FZ1000 Type I' (original) does not have, and that is 'Focus Stacking'. Both have 'HDR'.

The 20mp, one-inch sensor and the 'Leica' lens has provided me with excellent sharpness and resolution up to 16 by 20 inch enlargements from 'Costco'. I do not have a need to go larger than this, as the cost of wood framing with two or three hand-wrapped suede mattes and museum glass then becomes prohibitive.

I have both of the flash units, 360 and 560 and would strongly recommend either one of them. I use the 'MagMod' system of flash dispersion when bounce flash is not practical, i.e. very high ceilings or not white ceilings.

I recommend getting at least one additional battery for the camera. I have two spares, and they are 'OEM', not generic types. I cannot guarantee 'Lumix' batteries are better, but my O.C.D. tells me to stay with the brand that came with the camera originally. That is just a personal preference of mine.

For the same reason, I have three additional SD cards that are identical to what was shipped with the camera. I get them from 'Amazon'. I have never had ANY SanDisk card fail.

Lastly, the articulated screen is wonderful. I made extensive use of it when shooting over the heads of people at the 'Uffizi Gallery' in Florence.

In compliance with full disclosure, I do not work for the Leica, Lumix, Panasonic or SanDisk companies. I am simply very happy with my camera. I imagine you will be too. Good luck.

Arca

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Do you feel like a road trip? Would you examine the camera in the store and then buy online? That's not generally recommended.

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

DO NOT RENT ONE.

Only rent if you are a pro who 1) can deduct that cost from your taxes and 2) already knows exactly why they need that specific piece of kit. Otherwise DO NOT RENT.

B&H, Adorama and many other retailers have 30 day no questions asked return policies for customers exactly like you. Order the camera, get it, try it for a few days or weeks. If it is not what you need, return with all the original packaging. In most cases there will not even be a restocking fee.

If you rent, you KNOW you will have to return it or incur more cost even if you like it. Then, if you liked it, you need to order it all over again. Save yourself the aggravation. DO NOT RENT.

Remember, if you rent, you have that much less money to spend on what you want.

MadMikeOne Loc: So. NJ Shore - a bit west of Atlantic City

I have no personal knowledge of the FZ1000. However, I do own the Sony RX10 iv, which is a very solid bridge camera. I purchased it for our cancelled-due-to-covid trip to South America. I was extremely surprised to discover that the Sony has a excellent heft to it. It feels quite similar in size and weight to my Nikon D7200. Prior to owning the Sony, I'd had a Canon SX60-HS which felt extremely light and small in my medium/large hands.