The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ48 is a new super-zoom compact camera with a 24x optical zoom lens. Other standout features of the FZ48 include a 12.1-megapixel Hi-Speed CCD sensor, Sonic Speed AF, manual operation, 1920 x 1080 full-HD video recording, 3D Photo mode and new Creative Controls with Miniature Effect mode. Pricing and availability of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ48 are still to be announced.

Panasonic UK Press Release

Panasonic introduces new Super-Zoom Digital Camera LUMIX DMC-FZ48 featuring High Quality 24x Optical Zoom Lens and Full HD Video Recording

This summer, Panasonic is pleased to welcome a new addition to its award winning range of LUMIX cameras, DMC-FZ48, boasting a powerful 24 x optical zoom and attractive options including manual operation, full-HD video recording capability and new Creative Control with Miniature Effect mode.

With a 25mm ultra wide angle lens and 3.0-inch Intelligent LCD, which now has 460,000-dot high resolution to dramatically improve visibility during recording and playback, the FZ48 offers exceptional creative freedom – perfect for beginners through to serious photographers

Outstanding Image Quality
The high quality 25mm ultra wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens benefits from Panasonic’s Black Box Nano Surface Coating technology, to minimize light reflection that causes ghost and flare. Whilst the powerful 24x optical zoom (35mm camera equivalent: 25-600mm) makes it easy to capture family or group portraits as well as expansive landscapes or action packed sports shots.

The lens unit comprising of 14 elements in 10 groups, including 3 ED lenses and 2 aspherical lenses with 3 aspherical surfaces, ensures an outstandingly compact body while passing Leica’s stringent standards to deliver exceptional optical performance, suppressing distortion at wide end and colour bleeding at tele end.

Superb Clearness
The DMC-FZ48 features advanced image processing LSI, the Venus Engine FHD, and intelligent resolution to assure high picture quality in both photo and video recording. With Intelligent Resolution technology, 3 areas - outlines, detailed texture areas and soft gradation areas - are automatically detected and the camera performs optimum processing to each, to give the whole image outstanding natural clarity, down to even the finest details.  Taking advantage of this feature, the 24x optical zoom power is increased to 32x equivalent with the Intelligent Zoom function, maintaining picture quality even when using the digital zoom.

Never missing the moment is the key to photography. The DMC-FZ48 boasts a Sonic Speed AF and a quick start-up time which helps give the camera super high speed response which helps to catch even the most fleeting photo opportunities. The accuracy and the speed of AF Tracking are also dramatically improved.

Capturing those priceless memories, whether they’re still images or moving footage, is no problem for the FZ48. Empowered by a 12.1-megapixel Hi-Speed CCD sensor, Panasonic’s new super zoom camera is compatible with high-speed, large-capacity signal processing required for 1920 x 1080 full-HD video recording in AVCHD and high speed continuous shooting.

Creative Photography
For more artistic freedom, manual control is available with the new FZ48. Each user can capture their intended images not only in photo but also in video, by utilizing a host of options including the new Creative Control or Photo Style with a wide variety of preset options.

Making Photography Easy
Everyone wants to take eye-catching images at the click of a button, which is why Panasonic developed the Intelligent Auto mode. This includes POWER O.I.S (Optical Image Stabiliser) and the Motion Deblur mode , which helps prevent blurring from handshake even in low-lit situations like indoors or at night. With AF tracking, the FZ48 can lock onto any subject and keep it in focus even if it moves – making it easy to get beautiful, clear shots.  The Intelligent Scene Selector automatically switches to the appropriate mode according to the subject. Human faces are captured in focus using appropriate exposure with the Face Detection, whilst unwanted red-eyes are corrected digitally.  The Intelligent ISO Control reduces motion blur by adjusting the ISO sensitivity and optimizing the shutter speed if the subject moves as the shot is taken.  Intelligent D-range Control optimises the lighting of each part of an image, preventing blocked shadows and blown highlights. These features can all be accessed simply by activating the iA mode, giving users the confidence to capture clear, beautiful, mistake-free photos with ease.

All new memories in 3D
The newly added 3D Photo mode produces a realistic 3D image from 20 consecutive images shot whilst panning left to right. The 3D image can be viewed on VIERA 3D HDTV or other MPO-compatible 3D equipment such as TV, Digital Photo Frame or Printing.

Share your Images Effortlessly
Thanks to the LUMIX Image Uploader, you can easily keep your friends and family up-to-date with your latest images by simply check-marking the photos you want to share and connecting the camera to a PC. Just follow the on-screen guidance. You can even add comments and let your family know the update of your album via email. Facebook (for photos) and YouTube (for movies) can also be used without installation of special software – perfect for sharing those special holiday snaps with your friends – you can even share them while you’re still away if you wish!

From outdoor events to indoor photograph, the DMC-FZ48 powerfully supports recording those spur-of-the-moment memories in high quality photo and video. 

*Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.
*The LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 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.
*The “AVCHD” is a high definition (HD) digital video recording / playback format jointly established by Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
*Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
*Facebook and the Facebook logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Facebook, Inc.
*YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.
*All other company and product names are trademarks of their respective corporations.
*This unit is compatible with both SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards. You can only use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)
*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.
*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

DMC-FZ48 Specifications
Metrics Dimensions
(W x H x D) ? 120.3 x 79.8 x 91.9 mm
(4.74 x 3.14 x 3.62 inch)
Weight ? Approx. 454 g without Battery and SD Memory Card (1.00 lb)
Approx. 498 g with Battery and SD Memory Card (1.10 lb)
Optics Pixels Camera Effective Pixels ? 12.1 Megapixels
? Sensor Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter ? Please refer to the spec sheet for your region.
? Lens Aperture ? F2.8 - 5.2 / Multistage Iris Diaphragm
(F2.8 - 8.0 (W) / F5.2- 8.0 (T))
? ? Optical Zoom ? 24x
? ? Focal Length ? f= 4.5 -108 mm (25 - 600 mm in 35 mm equiv.)
(28-670mm in 35mm equiv. in video recording)
? ? Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) ? 29.4x (4:3 / 8M), 37.5x (4:3 / 5M), 46.9x (4:3 / under 3M)
? ? Intelligent Zoom ? 32x
? ? Lens ? LEICA DC VARIO- ELMARIT
14 elements in 10 groups
(2 Aspherical Lenses /  3 Aspherical Surfaces / 3 ED Lenses / 1 Nano Surface Coating Lens)
? ? 2- Speed Zoom ? Yes
? ? Optical Image Stabilizer ? Power O.I.S. (On / Off / Active mode (Only for Motion Picture) )
? ? Digital Zoom ? 4x
? Focus Focusing Area ? Normal: Wide 30 cm -  infinity / Tele 200 cm -  infinity
AF Macro/ MF / Intelligent AUTO / Motion Picture : Wide 1 cm -  infinity / Tele 100 cm - infinity
? ? AF Assist Lamp ? Yes
? ? Focus ? Normal / AF Macro / Zoom Macro
Quick AF On/Off (On in Intelligent Auto),
Manual Focus (Jog Dial and cursor key button), One Shot AF, AF Area Select, AF Tracking
? ? AF Metering ? Face / AF Tracking / 23 pt / 1 pt (Flexible / Scalable)
? Shutter Shutter Speed ? Still: 60 -  1/2000 sec
Video Mode : 1/30 -  1/20,000 sec (1/8 -  1/20,000 sec on MF Operation on Creative video Mode)
Starry Sky Mode : 15, 30, 60 sec
? Finder Viewfinder ? 0.20” Colour EVF (201.6K Pixels equiv.), Field of View : approx. 100%, Lens 19.6x
Recording? File File Format ? Still Image: JPEG (DCF / Exif2.3)
3D Image: MPO
Motion picture: AVCHD, MP4
? Recording Modes Mode Dial / Mode Button ? Intelligent AUTO, P (Program) mode, A (Aperture Priority) mode, S (Shutter Priority) mode, M (Manual) mode, Creative Video mode, Creative Control mode, Portrait mode, Scenery mode, Sports mode, Night Portrait mode, Close- up mode, Scene mode, Custom
? ? Creative Control mode ? Expressive, Retro, High Key, Sepia, High Dynamic, Pin Hole, Film Grain,  Miniature Effect
? ? Still Image Scene Mode ? Panorama Assist, Party, Candle Light, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity,
High-Speed Burst, Flash Burst, Panning, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial Photo, Photo Frame, 3D Photo
? ? Continuous Shooting Mode ? Full- Resolution Image, 3.7 frames/sec Max. 7 images (Standard mode), Max 7 images (Fine Mode)
? ? ? ? High- speed Burst Mode: approx. 7 frames/sec (image priority)
                          approx. 10 frames/sec (speed priority)
(recorded in 3M for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9, 2.5M for 1:1)
? ? Motion Picture Recording (*2) HD Video ?
? ? ? STD
Video
? Continuous recordable time(motion pictures) AVCHD ? approx. 140 min (FSH), 160 min (SH)
? ? MP4 ? approx. 140 min (FHD)
? Actual recordable time(motion pictures) AVCHD ? approx. 80 min (FSH), 90 min (SH)
? ? MP4 ? approx. 80 min (FHD)
? Exposure Parameters Exposure ? Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual, Program Shift (Program AE mode)
? ? Exposure Compensation ? 1/3 EV step, +/- 3 EV
?
Auto (AE) Bracketing ? +/- 1/3~1EV step, 3 frames
? ? Light Metering ? Intelligent Multiple / Centre Weighted / Spot
? ? ISO Sensitivity ? Auto / i.ISO / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600
High Sensitivity mode (ISO 1600-6400)
? ? Still Picture Recording 1:1 2992 x 2992 (9M EZ) / 2448 x 2448 (6M EZ) / 1920 x 1920 (3.5M EZ)
/ 1536x 1536 (2.5M EZ) / 480 x 480 (0.2M EZ)
? ? ? 4:3 4000 x 3000 (12M) / 3264 x 2448 (8M EZ) / 2560 x 1920 (5M EZ)
/ 2048 x 1536 (3M EZ) / 1600 x 1200 (2M EZ) / 640 x 480 (0.3M EZ)
? ? ? 3:2 4000 x 2672 (10.5M) / 3264 x 2176 (7M EZ) / 2560 x 1712 (4.5M EZ)
/ 2048 x 1360 (2.5M EZ) / 640 x 424 (0.3M EZ)
? ? ? 16:9 4000 x 2248 (9M) / 3264 x 1840 (6M EZ) / 2560 x 1440 (3.5M EZ)
/ 1920 x 1080 (2M EZ) / 640 x 360 (0.2M)
? ? Image Quality ? Fine / Standard
? ? White Balance ? Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1 / White Set 2 / Colour Temperature
White Balance Adjustment (2-axis adjustable, ±9steps each, Blue/Amber and Magenta/Green bias)
? ? Photo Style ? Standard, Vivid, Natural, Monochrome, Scenery, Portrait, Custom
?Color Effect (only in iA Mode) : Standard,  Black & White, Sepia, Happy
? ? Picture Adjustment ? Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation, Noise Reduction
? ? Optical Zoom in Motion Picture ? Yes
Digital Red Eye Correction (Red- Eye Removal) ? Yes
? ? Self Timer ? 2 sec / 10 sec / 10 sec [3 pictures]
Playback Display Playback Mode? ? Normal Playback, Slideshow, Category Playback, Mode Playback, Favourites Playback,
2D/3D Settngs
? ? Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback? ? 12,30- thumbnails / Yes
? ? Calendar Display ? Yes
? ? Set Favourites ? Yes
? ? Show Histogram ? Yes
? ? Show Highlights ? Yes
? ? DPOF Print Setting / Set Protection ? Yes / Yes
? Edit Resize / Cropping / Leveling ? Yes / Yes / Yes
? ? Copy / Title Edit / Text Stamp ? Yes / Yes / Yes
? ? Cut Animation ? Yes
? ? Video Divide ? Yes
? ? PictBridge Support ? Single / Multi / All / Favourites / DPOF
Setup ? OSD language ? Please refer to “OSD” Sheet
Others Monitor LCD Monitor ? 3.0”(7.5cm) TFT Screen LCD Display (460K dots)
Field of View : approx. 100% AUTO Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode
? Flash Built- in- Flash ? Auto, Auto/Red- eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red- eye Reduction,
Slow Sync./Red- eye Reduction, Forced Off
Flash Synchro; 1st / 2nd
0.3 -  9.5m (Wide/ISO Auto),  1.0 -  5.1m (Tele/ISO Auto)
? Media Recording Media ? Built- in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
? ? Built- in- Memory ? Approx. 70MB
? Audio Microphone / Speaker ? Stereo / Yes
? Interface Interface ? mini HDMI, AV Output, USB2.0 High speed
? Power Power ? Li- ion Battery Pack (7.2V, Minimum: 895mAh) (Included)
? ? Battery life (approx.) ? 400 pictures (CIPA Standard)*1
? Standard Package Included Software ? PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.3HD Lite Edition
QuickTime
Adobe Reader
? ? Standard Accessories ? Please refer to “Accessories” Sheet

*1
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
- CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
- Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when RH 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 [ON].)
- 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 pictures decreases in Auto Power LCD Mode and Power LCD Mode.
*2
- These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) 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.

[For European PAL Areas]
‘-  Motion picture can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds in European PAL areas.
[For Other Areas]
‘- Motion picture in [MP4] can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds.
-  Also, motion picture recorded continuously in [MP4] is up to 4 GB.

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