Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8S 7.2MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)

Average customer rating:

GREAT CAMERA !!!!!!

An excellent learning tool with decent price.

Great camera for a a sub-$200 P&S digital camera

very impressive

awesome value

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8S 7.2MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Includes Accessories - Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Lens Cap, Lens Hood, Lens Hood Adaptor, AV Cable, USB Connection Cable, AC Cable, Strap and CD-ROM

7.2 Megapixels, up to 3072 x 2304 resolution, 848 x 480 at 30 fps - We recommend purchasing a 1GB SD Memory Card for practical usage

12x Optical, 4x Digital Zoom

Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens - 11 elements in 8 groups (3 Aspherical lenses / 3 Aspherical surfaces)

2.5-inch Polycrystalline TFT LCD (207 K Pixels), 100% Field of View

ASIN: B000MX0V9A
Release Date: 2007-03-12

Product Description

The DMC-FZ8 features the 12x Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens that packs the same zoom power as a big, clunky 400 mm-class film camera lens. This 12x optical zoom lens is super-bright at f/2.8 to f/3.3 with a focal length of 6 to 72 mm. Rotate the lever a small amount for slow zooming, and a larger amount for high-speed zooming. This makes it easy to zoom in and out quickly when you need to or to slow down for finer zooming control. Zoom Resume stores your zoom position (magnification) in memory, so you can shoot with the same zoom setting once the power is turned on again. This helps make sure you don't miss those great shooting opportunities. The CCDs used in most digital cameras have much smaller light-receiving areas than film does, so photos tend to have a high depth of field. You can snap photos that capture the subject in a clear, sharp focus while giving the background a beautiful soft focus. 0.44-inch Viewfinder Color EVF (188 K Pixels), 100% Field of View Image Sensor - 1/2.5-inch AF Assist Lamp ISO Sensitivity - Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1250 (High Sensitivity Mode - 3200)Dial - P (Program), A (Aperture Priority), S (Shutter Priority), M (Manual) Mode, Simple and SCN Scene Mode - Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Panning, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Food, Party, Candle, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow and Aerial Photo Shutter Speed Program AE - 1 - 1/2,000 seconds Aperture Priority AE / Shutter Priority AE - 8 - 1/2,000 seconds Manual - 60 - 1/2,000 seconds Built-in-Flash - Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync Red-eye Reduction and Forced Off Dimensions - Width 4.43 x Height 2.84 x Depth 3.11 inch (112.5 x 72.2 x 79.0 mm) Weight - 357 grams with Battery and SD Memory Card (0.78 pounds)

Customer Reviews:

GREAT CAMERA !!!!!!.......2007-12-28

I am a novice photographer at best, and this camera makes it easy. The controls are easy to use and well thought out, and I think the picture quality is second to none.

An excellent learning tool with decent price........2007-12-27

I got this camera less than 10 days ago as a Xmas gift to myself. After I did some research on similar items, and owning a Pentax p&s, Fuji finepics6900(it's a fossil DC), I settled w/FZ8. It does take great shots. I've taken some pics I really like. At least this camera filled my expectations.

While it takes great scenery pics, I'm not so satisfied with portraits I took. I've been trying different settings and modes, but not quite there. Maybe that's why Lumix came up with "face detection" on FX18, a newer model. But, by looking at pics taken by the two machines, I don't think there is much difference.

Battery life is excellent. Buy extra one though, and you'll be all set. The "hood", I love it! I go to beaches often, so this item is a must for me. I think video is pretty good, too. Very clear. It looks like it can record upto 22mins. w/a fully charged battery.
My pentax vid wasn't this good. Fuji didn't even record sound!

Like someone wrote, usb code could be pain if you have to upload a lot of pics, say, more than 300. I may purchase a sd card reader. I think stabilizer does its work, but sometimes I have to wonder how good that is. With this camera, I became to like using a tripod. This camera is an excellent learning tool for someone like me, a novice in photography and wants to learn more and be better at it. With all the functions, battery life and the items it comes with, you can't beat this price! Recommended!

PS,
To James E. Sink "Sound Man", thanks for sharing your photo info on your Moon pic. Due to the info, I could start taking some great Moon shots, I never thought I could before.

Great camera for a a sub-$200 P&S digital camera.......2007-12-25

I was looking for a P&S camera as a replacement for a long obsolete P&S camera that was slow and half the mega pixels as the FZ8k. I have high mega-pixel cameras for my work and interchangable lenses that cost 4X the cost of this camera. I wasn't too interested in the brand or model, but wanted something that was versatile and simple enough to use for recreation. Having owned leica cameras in the past and currently own a Panasonic DVX100 videocamera, the Dicomar lens was of particular interest. So, I ordered the FZ8k. I will say, its delivery was scheduled for after Christmas, instead, it arrived yesterday (24th) in time to charge the battery and take it to a holiday dinner party (way to go Amazon.) At the party, I wasn't even the first person to use it, but a party guest who was curious about it started snapping pictures. Talk about ease of use right out of the box!

The images were all acceptable for the occasion even with the lack of familiarity. It is a camera for the average consumer who wants to get the most bang for the buck without the hassle, but I'm sure most P&S cameras offer hassle-free operation, but the FZ8k for the money is certainly a bargain especially with the Leica (licensed?) lens.

There are alot of extended features in this camera for the those interested in taking the time to expand their picture taking interests, but what I've seen so far, it's an excellent camera to capture the moment.

As far as the 'noise' a few have noted, all digital cameras whatever price will exhibit noise under specific conditions and this camera may be more excessive than others, but for 99% of the average picture taker the results should be more than acceptable. For the others who are critical of this aspect, should explore and find a camera acceptable for their requirements (and most likely pay more.) You can spend hundreds more, even a thousand more for a camera, and still end up with noise if you don't exploit the camera's sweet spot, but for $200 plus the features, this is a good deal hands down.

Personally, I never thought I'd ever own a Panasonic digital still camera, but now I do and am pleased with the results so far. Other brands I own or have owned (digital and film) include: Nikon, Rollei, Hasselblad, Leica, Fuji 680, Mamiya and Contax. Like everything else electronic, I suspect even this camera will be obsolete in the next year in value, price and performance.

very impressive.......2007-12-24

After many many many years having taken my pictures with a point and click Canon Ixus I decided it was time to move on. After looking around, asking others and reading reviews I opted for the FZ8. It was a decision taken based on performance and price (it costs less and then similar point and click cameras).

The past week I have taken about 750 pictures under different circumstances and at all levels it matches my expectations or even surpasses them.

the camera is very easy to use and the menu leaves nothing to be desired. It is an easy camera.

For those in limbo over what to take I can recommend them this camera very much. It will provide you with a lot of happy moments: not only taking the pictures but as well looking at them for a long time to come.

For those who are a bit hesitant: yes, I know that there are better cameras out there but there are even more worse cameras out there. For the home user who wants to make the move to a more sophisticated camera this one will not disappoint you at all.

awesome value.......2007-12-20

This camera is excellent quality with a great price. I was pleasantly surprised by how lightweight and easy to use it is. I have found cameras in the past to be somewhat heavy, especially when holding for longer periods of time trying to shoot sports action. I'm very impressed.

Product Description

Magnum powered 16x magnification for long distance performance.

Includes carrying pouch and neck strap

Magnification: 16x

Field-of-View: 183 ft./62 m

Exit Pupil: 3.1mm

Prism Type: Porro

Weight: 28 oz.

Objective Lens Diameter: 50mm

Lens Coating: Multi-Coated

Focus Type: Center

Amazon.com Product Description

With fully coated optics for exceptional light transmission and Rubicon-coated objective lenses for brilliant daylight viewing, the Tasco Sonoma series binoculars are widely praised for offering outstanding optical performance and minimizing reflection. Covered by the Tasco limited lifetime warranty, Sonoma offers optical quality combined with an attractive, contemporary exterior.

The Tasco SN1650 Sonoma 16 x 50 binoculars offer magnum powered 16x magnification for superior long-distance performance. Rubicon-coated objective lenses, a carrying pouch and neck strap round out the SN1650's outstanding features.

Product Description

Tasco's Sonomoa binoculars combine contemporary styling and design with traditional Tasco quality and durability. Outstanding light transmission through fully-coated optics ensures bright crisp clear viewing. The 16x50 model features a tripod socket to take advantage of their power as well as a respectable 3.1mm exit pupil for better lowlight performance. High-powered binoculars are difficult to hold steady by hand; a monopod(and a tripod adapter if not included with the binocular) with an incorporated fluid pan/tilt head or with such a head attached between the monopod and the binocular is highly recommended. 16x50 Sonoma Porro Prism Binocular with 3.5-Degree Angle of View (Clamshell). Item Type: Binoculars & Scopes > Binoculars & Monoculars > High Powered.

Average customer rating:

NEVER MIND~!!!

Tasco Sonoma 16x50 Binocular

Manufacturer: Bushnell
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Magnum-powered magnification for long-distance performance
Rubicon lenses comprised of 14 layers with ruby tint for reduced glare
Zip focus system allows you to move through the entire focus range in less than a half-turn
Magnification:
Objective lens: 50mm

ASIN: B0000A0AF4

Customer Reviews:

NEVER MIND~!!!.......2005-08-24

I read other review, and decided to give it a try. As soon as I recieve it in the mail, and opened the box, I realized this was a mistake. CHEAP quality Binocular with "high power" being a selling point. It came in already broken with two eye ruber pieces falling apart. you can see how the cheap glue was being used to put it in place! It is extremly heavy to hold in hands for more than one minute for nature observation. You will be CONSTANTLY ajdusting the focus. Your fingers bumps with focus bar while you are holding it. Indeed Strap, Case, Lense protectors are all cheap crap, and annoying to have it all ON~! I am taking this back, and buying MADE IN JAPAN "NIKON EAGLE VIEW" 100 times BETTER. YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR~!!!!!!

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