Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5K 5MP Digital Camera with 12x Image Stabilized Optical Zoom

Panasonic is pleased to introduce the 5.0-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5 with a Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) that compensates the handshake, plus a newly developed 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36mm to 432mm in a 35mm film camera). The DMC-FZ5 is heir to the 3.1-megapixel DMC-FZ3, but enhances its excellence not only through an increase in the total number of captured pixels, but also with other innovative technical improvements such as faster AF and various design development on the grip and position of the shutter button, to encourage higher-level shooting with comfortable operation. The DMC-FZ5 is distinct in its body size and usability, allowing users to enjoy an expanded world of photography.

The remarkable 12x optical zoom can capture large frames of photo subjects even a long distance away. Furthermore, Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. assures stability of the magnified image and resolves the problem of blurring when the zoom photography is operated by hand without the assistance of a tripod. The camera is equipped with a Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens for high resolution imaging with very little distortion. Moreover, the combination of 3 aspherical lenses preserves an astonishingly compact body size even for a 12x optical zoom digital still camera.

Product Specifications:

* 5.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
* Amazing 12x optical zoom gets you close to the action without sacrificing image quality
* Super-fast shutter times: .008 seconds to release (not including AF time) and .4 seconds between shots
* Stores images on Secure Digital (SD) cards; 16MB card included
* Powered by a Lithium-Ion battery pack (7.2V, 680 mAh); battery charger included

Technical Details

* Brand Name: Panasonic
* Model: DMC-FZ5PP-K
* Optical Sensor Resolution: 5 MP
* optical_sensor_technology: CCD
* Optical zoom: 12 x
* maximum_aperture_range: F/2.8-3.3
* Minimum focal length: 6 millimeters
* Maximum focal length: 72 millimeters
* Lens Type: Zoom lens
* optical_sensor_size: 1/2.5"
* Included Flash Type: Pop-up flash
* Display Size: 1.8 inches
* light_sensitivity: ISO 100, ISO 400, ISO 200, ISO 80, ISO auto
* Image types: JPEG, TIFF
* Shooting Modes: Frame movie mode
* Exposure Control Type: Portrait mode, Party/indoor, Surf & snow, Night portrait, Scenery, Fireworks, Night scene, Panning, Sports mode
* Viewfinder Type: LCD