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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40, black

Main info

  • 20 megapixel CCD sensor
  • 42× optical zoom (22 – 924 mm)
  • Integrated optical image stabilization
  • HD 1280 × 720 30p video recording
  • 3-inch LCD display

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Powerful 42× Optical Zoom and 22mm Ultra Wide-angle
The DMC-LZ40 features 22mm ultra wide-angle lens with a 42× optical zoom (35mm camera equivalent: 22 - 924mm) making it possible to capture dynamic landscape and wild animals distant away. The Intelligent Zoom function that extends zoom power to 84× by combining the digital zoom with less deterioration of image quality. The 22mm ultra wide angle lens captures much wider angle of view compared with a standard 35mm camera. It is helpful for shooting dynamic landscape or indoor group portrait.
 
20-megapixel High-resolution CCD Sensor
The resolution of CCD is upgraded to 20-megapixel for DMC-LZ40, and high performance image processing LSI powerfully supports shooting high quality photo and video.
 
Unique Filter Effects Photos and Videos
With a variety of filter effects, Creative Control lets you add artistic and original expression to photos and videos.
Creative Panorama function allows you to create dynamic vertical / horizontal panoramic photo with a unique touch just by swiveling the camera.
 
Efficient, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
The efficient, rechargeable lithium-ion battery lets you take approx. 320 shots on a single battery charge. The DMC-LZ40 also complies with AC / USB power charging.
 
Shooting Style Design with Rich Grip
The design is well studied ergonomically to offer stable, comfortable grip even holding a camera for a long time.
 
Optical Image Stabilizer
Blurring image due to handshake often occurs in shooting using high zoom, however, the Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes it without causing deterioration of image quality.
 
Easy Manual Control
DMC-LZ40 is equipped with P / M mode for users a step above the beginners to enjoy more creative photography.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)
With the HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode, several photos are consecutively shot at different exposure levels to make a single composite picture without whiteout (over-exposure) or blackout (under-exposure) even in difficult lighting conditions.

720p HD Video Recording
The DMC-LZ40 records dynamic HD video in 1280 × 720p in Motion JPEG. Recording motion image can be started with a press of an independent motion picture button on the top of the camera, which is extremely convenient for users to switch photo / video shooting instantly. Zooming is also available to draw subjects distant away.
 
High-power Built-in Flash
The DMC-LZ40 has a built-in GN8.5 equiv. flash that lets you capture even relatively distant subjects with proper exposure.
 
iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode
Panasonic incorporated the Intelligent Auto mode in pursuit of the ultimate ease of operation and the reduction of miss-shots. The mode is a comprehensive integration of Optical Image Stabilizer, Face Detection, Intelligent Scene Selector and Intelligent Exposure – the camera does all the work, leaving you free to compose shots, aim and shoot the subject.
 
3.0-inch 460K-dot Intelligent LCD
The 3.0-inch large 460K-dot LCD assures high visibility in any lighting conditions, which is excellent for both shooting and playing back images.

Sensor

Effective megapixels
20
Megapixels
20 megapixels
Sensor size
1/2.3" type
Sensor type
CCD
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
5152 × 3864
Smallest image size
640 × 480
Imaging processor
Venus Engine
ISO
100 – 1600
Expandable to ISO 6400
1 EV increments
Filters
Primary color filter

Lens

Focal length
22 – 924 mm
Optical zoom
42×
Aperture
f/3.0 – 6.5

Image stabiliser

Image stabiliser
Yes
Image stabilizer design
O.I.S.

Focusing

Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus modes
Single
Continuous
Manual
Focus point selection
9 area
1-area
Face recognition
Face detection
Yes
AF assist light
Yes
Focus distance
0.3 m – ∞ (wide)
1.6 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
±2 EV
1/3 – 2 EV increments

Shutter

Shutter speed
1/2000 – 60 sec

Shooting

Exposure modes
iAuto
Scene
Program
Manual
Creative Control
Scene modes
15
Drive modes
Single
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
1.1 fps
Up to 3 frames
JPEG+RAW
No

White balance

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

Movie recording

Video recording
HD 1280 × 720
Video resolution
[HD] 1280 × 720 30p
Other formats
[VGA] 640 × 480 30p
[QVGA] 320 × 240 30p
Microphone
Built-in monoaural microphone

File types

JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF
DPOF
Movie format
QuickTime Motion JPEG

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
None

LCD monitor

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

Storage

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

Flash

Flash type
Built-in flash
Range
0.6 m - 10.8 m (wide)
1.6 m - 4.9 m (tele)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Rear curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
No

Interface

USB
USB 2.0
Video
AV out (NTSC/PAL)

Features

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

Power source

Battery
DMW-BCM13 lithium battery
Battery life
320 shots (CIPA)

Body

Color
Black
Height (mm)
86.6
Width (mm)
126.4
Depth (mm)
94.2
Weight (body only)
498 g
Weight (with battery and memory card)
524 g
Package contents
Lithium battery DMW-BCM13
Battery charger
USB cable
Shoulder strap
Lens cap
Hot shoe cover

Product codes

EAN
5025232775514
Manufacturer code
DMC-LZ40EP-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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