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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ72

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  • 16.1-megapixel MOS sensor
  • 60× optical zoom (20 – 1200 mm)
  • Optical image stabilization
  • FullHD 1920 × 1080 50i video recording
  • 3-inch vari-angle LCD display

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A 20 mm ultra wide-angle 60× optical zoom lens (35 mm camera equivalent: 20 - 1200mm) makes it possible to capture dynamic landscape and wild animals distant away. The 20 mm ultra wide-angle lens captures approximately 140% wider angle of view compared with a 24 mm angle of view. The Intelligent Zoom extends the zoom ratio up to 120× equivalent with minimum deterioration of image quality. The zoom ratio can further be extended when combined Intelligent Zoom with a Tele Conversion Lens DMW-LT55 (sold separately) which captures the cratered surface of the moon.
 
The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) effectively suppresses hand-shake vibration. The angular width that the DMC-FZ72 can compensate is more than 200% wider than the predecessor DMC-FZ62 at the tele-end, which realizes handheld 1200 mm super telephoto shooting. In addition, the 60× optical zoom with POWER O.I.S. is available in video recording, too. The Active Mode is equipped with DMC-FZ72 that encourages active video recording at wide angle such as shooting while walking without causing deterioration of image quality.
 
The DMC-FZ72 records 1920 × 1080 FullHD video in AVCHD/MP4. The sound quality is improved thanks to the newly developed Wind Shield Zoom Microphone that minimizes wind noise by approximately 70% compared with the DMC-FZ62. Externally, the special sealed structure prevents wind from hitting the microphone directly and the draft structure suppresses retention of air internally. With a substantial increase in volume by approximately 50%, the microphone boasts better S/N ratio to suppress noise in quiet circumstances to catch the target sound.
 
The 16.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor is newly integrated in DMC-FZ72. Together with the Venus Engine, it elevates the response, sensitivity and image quality even to the higher level. Integrating the high speed digital signal output technology, the DMC-FZ72 shoot 9 fps in 16.1-megapixel resolution with mechanical shutter and 5 fps with continuous AF. It also contributes to the Light Speed AF. Together with the quick start-up time, the DMC-FZ72 never misses the most fleeting shooting opportunities. 
 
The DMC-FZ72 is equipped with 0.2-inch EVF (Electronic Viewfinder). Thanks to the increased frame rate from 30 fps to maximum 60 fps, image lag is also minimized making it suitable for shooting fast-moving subject under strong sunlight. The 3.0-inch 460000-dot Intelligent LCD with AR Coating and wide viewing angle assures comfortable monitoring in severe shooting position in various conditions of circumstance. With its P/A/S/M mode, you can enjoy creative shooting expressing their intention not only in photo but also in video.

Sensor

Effective megapixels
16.1
Megapixels
16 megapixels
Sensor size
1/2.3" type
Sensor type
MOS
Sensor size
1/2.3''
6.17 × 4.55 mm
Full frame
No
Crop factor
5.6×
Aspect ratio
4:3
3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio available
Largest image size
4608 × 3456
Smallest image size
640 × 480
Imaging processor
Venus Engine
ISO
100 – 3200
1/3 EV increments
Filters
Primary color filter

Lens

Lens type
Lumix DC Vario
Focal length
20 – 1200 mm
Optical zoom
60×
Aperture
f/2.8 – 5.9

Image stabiliser

Image stabiliser
Yes
Image stabilizer design
Power O.I.S (Optical Image Stabilizer)

Focusing

Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus modes
Single
Continuous
Manual
Focus point selection
23-area
1-area (flexible)
Face recognition
Face detection
Yes
AF assist light
Yes
Focus distance
0.3 m – ∞ (wide)
1.5 m – ∞ (tele)
Close focus distance
1 cm (wide)

Exposure metering

Metering
TTL metering
Modes
Multi-segment (evaluative)
Center weighted average
Spot
AE lock
No
Exposure compensation
±3 EV
1/3 EV increments
Exposure bracketing
±3 EV
1/3 EV increments

Shutter

Shutter speed
1/2000 – 60 sec

Shooting

Exposure modes
iAuto
Scene
Program
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual
User (2)
Scene modes
18
Drive modes
Single
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
9 fps
Up to 3 frames
JPEG+RAW
Yes

White balance

White balance modes
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Tungsten
Custom
Manual
WB Bracketing
Yes

Movie recording

Video recording
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Video resolution
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50i
Other formats
[VGA] 640 × 480 25p
Bitrate
[FullHD] 17 Mbps (VBR)
Duration
AVCHD: up to 80 minutes
MP4: up to 80 minutes
Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone

File types

JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF
DPOF
RAW
RW2
Movie format
AVCHD (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Dolby Digital AC3 stereo)
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AAC stereo)

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
Electronic
Screen dots
202 000
Viewfinder size
0.20"
Coverage
100%
Depth of field preview
Yes

LCD monitor

Display type
TFT LCD
Display size (inches)
3.0
Screen dots
460 000
Articulation
Fully articulated
Touch screen
No
Coverage
100%
Live View
Yes

Storage

Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Integrated memory
200 MB

Flash

Flash type
Built-in flash
Range
0.3 m - 13.5 m (wide)
1.0 m - 6.4 m (tele)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Rear curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
External flash
Panasonic DMW-FL500E
Panasonic DMW-FL360E
Panasonic DMW-FL220E
External flashguns with TTL-Auto support
Hot shoe
Yes
ISO 518 standard hot shoe

Interface

USB
USB 2.0
Video
AV out (NTSC/PAL)
miniHDMI (Type C)
Wireless
No
NFC
No

Features

GPS
No
Electronic level
No
Panorama
Yes
HDR
Yes
Time lapse
No

Power source

Battery
DMW-BMB9 lithium battery
Battery life
440 frames (CIPA)

Body

Color
Black
Height (mm)
97
Width (mm)
130.2
Depth (mm)
118.2
Weight (body only)
562 g
Weight (with battery and memory card)
606 g
Package contents
Lithium battery DMW-BMB9E
Battery charger
USB cable
Shoulder strap
Lens cap
Hot shoe cover

Product codes

EAN
5025232752256
Manufacturer code
DMC-FZ72EP-K

Manufacturer

Manufacturer
Advanced Power Solutions NV, Nieuwe Gentsesteenweg 21, Groot-Bijgaarden, 1702, BE, info@ap.solutions
Responsible person in the EU
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, Hamburg, 22525, DE, ask.panasonic.safety@eu.panasonic.com

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