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LUMIX DMC-FZ100

Features

Product Overview

25mm Ultra Wide-angle Lens with Powerful 24x Optical Zoom

1920 x 1080 Full-HD Movie in AVCHD Format

11 fps Consecutive Shooting in Full Resolution / MOS Sensor

Venus Engine Featuring Intelligent Resolution Technology

Full Manual Control for Both Photos and Movies

3.0-inch Free-angle LCD / iA Mode / Advanced Scene Mode

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Specifications

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DMC-FZ100
Lens LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT
14 elements in 10 groups
(2 Aspherical Lenses / 3 Aspherical Surfaces, 3 ED Lenses)
Optical Image Stabilizer POWER O.I.S. (Off / Auto / Mode1 / Mode2)
Zoom

Optical: 24x

Extra Optical: 28.4x (4:3 / 10M), 33.8x (4:3 / 7M), 40.5x (4:3 / 5M), 50.6x (under 3M)

Intelligent: 32x

Digital: 4x
(Max. 90.6x combined with Optical Zoom without Extra Optical Zoom)
(Max. 202x combined with Extra Optical Zoom

2-Speed Zoom Yes
Focal Length f = 4.5 - 108 mm (25 - 600 mm in 35 mm equiv.)
(31 - 735 mm in 35 mm equiv. in movie recording)
Focusing Area Normal: Wide 30 cm (0.98 feet) - infinity / Tele 200 cm (6.56 feet) - infinity
Macro / MF / Intelligent Auto / Wide 1 cm (0.03 feet) - infinity / Tele 100 cm (3.27 feet) - infinity
Focus Range Display Yes
AF Metering Face / AF Tracking / Multi (23-area) / 1-area (flexible / scalable)
AF Assist Lamp Yes
Conversion Lens Compatibility Yes
Camera Effective Pixels 14.1 Megapixels
Image Sensor 1/2.33", 15.1 Mega Total Pixels MOS, Primary Color Filter
Focus Normal / Macro, Quick AF On / Off (On in Intelligent Auto), Continuous AF On / Off, AF / MF Switchable, Manual Focus (Jog dial and cursor key button), One Shot AF, AF Area Select, AF Tracking
Focus Icon Select Yes (in Face Recognition only)
ISO Sensitivity
(Standard Output Sensitivity)
Auto / i.ISO / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600
High Sensitivity (1600 - 6400)
Max. Auto ISO Setting Yes
White Balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Flash / Halogen / Color Temperature / White Set1 / White Set2
(Selectable at Normal Portrait, Soft Skin, Creative Portrait, Normal Sports, Creative Sports, Objects Close-up, Creative Close-up, Panorama Assist, Baby, Pet, High Sensitivity, High-speed burst, Photo Frame)
White Balance Adjustment (2-axis adjustable, ±9 steps each, Blue / Amber and Magenta / Green bias)
Exposure Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual , Program Shift (Program AE Mode)
Exposure Compensation 1/3 EV step, -3 - +3 EV
Backlight Compensation Yes (only in Intelligent Auto Mode)
Auto (AE) Bracketing ±1/3 EV - 3 EV step, 3 frames
Light Metering Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
Mode Switch [Playback] Button
One-touch Movie Button Yes
Recording Mode (Mode Dial) Intelligent Auto, P (Program) Mode, A (Aperture Priority) Mode, S (Shutter Priority) Mode, M (Manual) Mode, Creative Movie Mode, My Color Mode, Portrait Mode, Scenery Mode, Sports Mode, Night Portrait Mode, Close-up Mode, Scene Mode, Custom
Still Image Scene Mode Panorama Assist, Party, Candle Light, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Flash Burst, Panning, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial Photo, Photo Frame, High Speed Movie
Advanced Scene Mode Portrait Mode: Normal, Soft Skin, Outdoor, Indoor, Creative
Scenery Mode: Normal, Nature, Architecture, Creative
Sports Mode: Normal, Outdoor, Indoor, Creative
Close-up: Flower, Food, Objects, Creative
Night Portrait: Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Illuminations, Creative
Movie Scene Mode Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Low Light, Food, Party, Candle Light, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Panning, Beach, Snow, Aerial, High Speed Movie
(Activated by selecting Still Image Scene Mode then pressing movie button. Still Image Scene Modes without corresponding Movie Scene Mode is recorded in Normal Mode)
Shutter Speed Still: 60 - 1/2,000 sec
Movie Mode: 1/30 - 1/20,000 sec (1/8 - 1/20,000 sec on MF operation on Creative Movie Mode)
Starry Sky Mode: 15, 30, 60 sec
Aperture F2.8 - 5.2 / Multistage Iris Diaphragm (F2.8 - 8 (W) / F5.2 - 8 (T))
(F2.8 - 11 (W) / F5.2 - 11 (T) in movie recording)
Self Timer 2 sec / 10 sec / 10 sec (3 images)
Auto Review 1 sec / 2 sec / Hold / OFF
Quick Menu Yes
Color Mode Film Mode (Standard / Dynamic / Nature / Smooth / Vibrant / Nostalgic / Standard B&W / Dynamic B&W / Smooth B&W / My Film 1, 2 / Multi Film)
My Color Mode (Expressive /Retro / Pure / Elegant / Monochrome / High Dynamic / Dynamic Art / Dynamic B&W / Silhouette / Pin Hole / Film Grain / Custom)
Happy (only in iA Mode)
* Film Mode and My Color Mode are working for movie recording, too.

Picture Adjustment

Contrast: ± 2 steps
Sharpness: ± 2 steps
Saturation: ± 2 steps
Noise Reduction: ± 2 steps
(can be adjusted in Film Mode)
Recording File Format Still Image: JPEG (DCF / Exif 2.3)
Motion Picture: AVCHD / QuickTime Motion JPEG
AVCHD Recording NTSC / PAL (Depends on region)
Aspect Ratio 4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9 / 1:1
Recording Image Size
Still Image  
4:3 Aspect Ratio: 4,320 x 3,240 pixels (14M),
3,648 x 2,736 pixels (10M EZ),
3,072 x 2,304 pixels (7M EZ),
2,560 x 1,920 pixels (5M EZ),
2,048 x 1,536 pixels (3M EZ),
640 x 480 pixels (0.3M EZ)
3:2 Aspect Ratio: 4,320 x 2,880 pixels (12.5M),
3,648 x 2,432 pixels (9M EZ),
3,072 x 2,048 pixels (6M EZ),
2,560 x 1,712 pixels (4.5M EZ),
2,048 x 1,360 pixels (2.5M EZ),
640 x 424 pixels (0.3M EZ)
16:9 Aspect Ratio: 4,320 x 2,432 pixels (10.5M),
3,648 x 2,056 pixels (7.5M EZ),
3,072 x 1,728 pixels (5.5M EZ),
2,560 x 1,440 pixels (3.5M EZ),
1,920 x 1,080 pixels (2M EZ),
640 x 360 pixels (0.2M EZ)
1:1 Aspect Ratio: 3,232 x 3,232 pixels (10.5M)
2,736 x 2,736 pixels (7.5M EZ)
2,304 x 2,304 pixels (5.5M EZ)
1,920 x 1,920 pixels (3.5M EZ)
1,536 x 1,536 pixels (2.5M EZ)
480 x 480 pixels (0.2M)
Image Quality Fine / Standard / RAW+ Fine / RAW+ Standard / RAW
Motion Picture Recording
4:3 Aspect Ratio: VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
QVGA: 320 x 240 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
16:9 Aspect Ratio:

WVGA: 848 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)

Full-HD Movie: 1,920 x 1,080 pixels,
AVCHD (FSH: 17 Mbps / FH: 13 Mbps):
[NTSC Model] 60i
[PAL Model] 50i
HD Movie:

1,280 x 720 pixels,

AVCHD (SH: 17 Mbps / H: 13 Mbps):

[NTSC Model] 60p
[PAL Model] 50p

Motion JPEG: 30 fps

Max. recording time depends on memory card capacity.
A max. of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be recorded in Motion JPEG. In AVCHD, recording may be continued until the card is full.
Continuous Recordable Time
(Motion Pictures)*
AVCHD with picture quality set to [FSH]: Approx. 110 min
AVCHD with picture quality set to [SH]: Approx. 130 min
Motion JPEG with picture quality set to [HD]: Approx. 160 min
Actual Recordable Time
(Motion Pictures)*
AVCHD with picture quality set to [FSH]: Approx. 60 min
AVCHD with picture quality set to [SH]: Approx. 70 min
Motion JPEG with picture quality set to [HD]: Approx. 90 min
Continuous Shooting Mode Full-resolution Image, 11 frames / sec
Max. 15 images
High speed Burst Shooting: Max. 60 frames / sec
(recorded in 2.5M for 4:3, 3M for 3:2, 3.5M for 16:9, 2M for 1:1)
Flash Burst Continuous Shooting Mode Max. 5 images (Standard Mode)
iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode Face Recognition Photo
Optical Image Stabilizer Photo & Movie
Intelligent ISO Control Photo
Face Detection Photo & Movie
Intelligent Scene Selector Photo (Portrait, Scenery, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Sunset, Macro) & Movie (Portrait, Scenery, Low Light, Macro)
Intelligent Exposure Photo & Movie
AF Tracking Photo
Motion Deblur Yes
Digital
Red-eye Correction
(Red-eye Removal)
Photo
Intelligent Resolution Technology Photo & Movie
Zoom Resume /
Optical Zoom in Motion Picture
Yes /
Yes
Real-time Histogram Yes
Composition Guide Line Yes (2 patterns)
Built-in-memory Approx. 40 MB
Scene Mode Help Screen Yes
Orientation Detector Yes
Travel Date /
World Time
Yes /
Yes
Copy /
Title Edit /
Text Stamp
Yes /
Yes /
Yes
Cut Animation Yes
Video Divide Yes
Built-in-flash Auto, Auto / Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync. / Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Flash Synchro: 1st / 2nd
0.3 - 9.5 m (Wide / ISO Auto), 1.0 - 5.1 m (Tele / ISO Auto)
External Flash Yes
Viewfinder 0.20" Color EVF (201,600 Pixels equiv.), Field of View: Approx. 100%, Lens 19.6x
LCD 7.5 cm (3.0") Free-angle TFT Screen LCD Display (460,000 dots), AR Coating
Field of View: Approx. 100%, Wide-viewing Angle
Auto Power LCD Mode, Power LCD Mode
Playback Mode Normal Playback, Slideshow, Mode Playback, Category Playback, Favorites Playback
Thumbnails /
Zoomed Playback
12, 30 thumbnails /
Max. 16x
Calendar Display Yes
Set Favorites Yes
Playback Motion Picture Yes (AVCHD / Motion JPEG)
Slideshow Mode All / Still Images Only / Motion Picture Only / Category / Favorites
BGM Effect (Natural / Slow / Swing / Urban / Off)
Show Histogram Yes
Show Highlights Yes
Delete Image Single / Multi / All / All except Favorites
DPOF Print Setting /
Set Protection
Yes /
Yes
Resize /
Cropping /
Leveling
Yes /
Yes /
Yes
Face Recognition Edit Yes
OSD Language English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Netherlandic, Thai, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian, Japanese, Swedish, Danish, Finnish, Greek
* Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the OSD languages on the products that are available in your market.
VIERA Link Yes
HDMI Output Video: Auto / 1080i / 720p / 480p (576p for PAL)
Audio: Stereo
Movie Rec Guide Yes
Wind-cut in Motion Picture Yes
Recording Media Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
Microphone Yes (Stereo)
Speaker Yes
Interface AV Output (NTSC/PAL, NTSC)*, HDMI (mini HDMI), USB2.0 High Speed
* Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the AV Output on the products that are available in your market.
PictBridge Support Single / Multi / All / Favorites / DPOF
Power ID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, Minimum: 895 mAh) (Included)
AC Adaptor (Input: 110 - 240V AC) (Optional)
Release Time Lag (Approx.) 0.008 sec
Shutter Interval (Approx.) 0.4 sec (minimum) *Not including the time for AF.
Battery Life (Approx.) 410 images (CIPA Standard**)

Included Software

Operating Environment

PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.2 HD Edition, SILKYPIX® Developer Studio 3.1 SE, QuickTime, Adobe Reader
Dimensions (Approx.)
(W x H x D)
124.3 x 81.2 x 95.2 mm
(4.89 x 3.20 x 3.74 inch)
Weight (Approx.) 540g (1.19 lb) with Battery and SD Memory Card
496 g (1.09 lb) without Battery and SD Memory Card
Standard Accessories Battery Charger, Battery Pack, AV Cable, USB Connection Cable, Shoulder Strap, CD-ROM, Lens Hood, Lens Cap, Lens Cap String
* Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the standard accessories on the products that are available in your market.
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SD / SDHC / SDXC Memory Card Data Capacity

* These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) and a humidity of 50%RH. The time available for recording varies depending on the environment, the interval between recordings, and the manner of use. Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording, zoom operation etc. Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds in European PAL area.
** CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. Temperature: 23°C (73.4°F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). Using the supplied battery. Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [AUTO].) Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording. Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording. Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery decreases. The number of recordable images decreases in Auto Power LCD Mode and Power LCD Mode.

•Use a card with SD Speed Class*** with "Class 4" or higher when recording motion pictures in AVCHD. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with "Class 6" or higher when recording motion pictures in Motion JPEG.
*** SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.
•SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used only in equipment that is compatible with their respective formats.
•If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html[Open New Window]
•The battery life differs depending on the condition stored or used or environment. •Operating Temperature: 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F) •Operating Humidity: 10%RH–80%RH
•Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. •Design, functions, and specifications are subject to change without notice. •Some sample images are simulated. •Some accessories are not available in some countries. •The use of recorded or printed materials that are protected by copyright for any purpose other than personal enjoyment is prohibited, as it would infringe upon the rights of the copyright holder. •Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. •ELMARIT is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. •The Leica DC lenses are manufactured using measurement instruments and quality assurance systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG based on the company’s quality standards. •All other company and product names are trademarks of their respective corporations.

•QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.

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•iMovie, Mac, and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Works with iMovie logo is a trademark of Apple Inc.

•iPhoto, Mac, and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Works with iPhoto logo is a trademark of Apple Inc.

•The Windows 7 is certified with the camera unit and the included software PHOTOfunSTUDIO Ver.5.2 HD Edition. Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

•The "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

•Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.