Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II Review

April 1, 2019 | Amy Davies | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Introduction

Announced in February 2019, the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II bridge camera follows on from the FZ1000, but sits below the FZ2000. A super-zoom camera featuring a one-inch 20 megapixel sensor and a 16x optical zoom lens offering an equivalent of 25-400mm, the FZ1000 II is designed to appeal to holidaying photographers who want to travel (relatively) light.

More of an incremental upgrade from the original FZ1000 than a complete overhaul, the sensor, processor and lens are the same. Touch-sensitivity has been added to the screen’s spec sheet, Bluetooth is now available as well as Wi-Fi, plus there have been some changes made to the button layout. Zoom Compose Assist has also been added to help when shooting with longer focal lengths.

Other features offered by the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II include 4K Video, and, as is standard for all current Lumix cameras, 4K Photo, 12fps shooting, a 2.36-million dot OLED electronic viewfinder and USB charging.

At the time of writing, the Panasonic FZ1000 II retails for around £769 / $899, making it around £100 / $100 cheaper than the FZ2000.

Ease of Use

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Front of the Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II uses an extremely similar design to its outgoing predecessor, the FZ1000. At first glance it would be easy to mistake the camera for one of Panasonic’s compact system cameras, or even an entry-level DSLR. It uses a chunky grip, with a textured coating that makes it very comfortable to hold. 

While it has the overall impression of a DSLR or mirrorless camera with a lens attached, the FZ1000 II ould be compared to having a mirrorless camera with several different lenses in your bag, making it ideal for those who want the flexibility of multiple focal lengths, while travelling light.

Not only is the size and shape comparable to a mirrorless camera, but Panasonic has used an extremely similar button layout and configuration to its G series of Micro Four Thirds models. 

On the top of the FZ1000 II is a mode dial which contains a range of modes including fully automatic, scene, panorama and manual and semi-semi-automatic modes. Around the mode dial is the camera’s on/off switch. 

When the FZ1000 II is off, the lens contracts back into the body to make it slightly more compact. Flicking the switch into the on position automatically extends the lens out from its compressed position.

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Rear of the Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II

On the left of the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II's top plate is another dial, which you can use to select drive mode. As well as single shot and continuous shooting, this is also where you’ll find 4K Photo, Post Focus and self-timer options.

Also found on the top plate are a couple of customisable function buttons, and dual control dials for adjust various settings depending on the shooting mode you’re in (the most common being shutter speed and aperture).

Around the lens barrel you’ll find a ring which can be customised to control various settings depending on your preference. An obvious choice could be to use it to extend the lens itself, but you can also assign functions such as exposure compensation, sensitivity, and even Filter Effect.

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Top of the Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II

On the side of the lens barrel is a further three function buttons which can also be assigned functions as you see fit. By default, the bottom of these three buttons accesses the new Zoom Compose Assist function, which is very handy. If you’re shooting at long focal lengths and the subject disappears out of the frame, you can hold down this button and the lens will zoom out, allowing you to re-find your subject. 

Once located, release the button to zoom back to the previous focal length to continue photographing your subject. It’s something we’ve seen before from other bridge camera manufacturers, and is implemented well here, being located in a handy position to be reached naturally.

The back of the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II is also replete with large number of buttons, but most of them are located on the right hand side for easy one-handed operation. The exception to this is function button no.8, which by default controls whether or not the LVF (electronic viewfinder) is on, off or set to automatically activate when the camera is lifted to your eye.

Otherwise, the rest of the buttons are laid out in a similar fashion to the outgoing FZ1000, as well as other G series cameras. There is a four-way navigational dial which can be used to quickly access different settings including ISO, white balance, AF mode and macro mode. 

The middle button of the navi-pad accesses the main menu where you can change a variety of in-depth settings, including assigning tasks to the various function buttons spread across the camera’s body.

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Side of the Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II

A Quick Menu can be accessed by pushing function button 6. Here you’ll find a range of parameters that you’re likely to want to change on a regular basis, saving you from having to delve into the main menu. 

There’s options including Photo Style, Flash Mode, Image Quality (including the option to switch on/off RAW), AF mode, metering, sensitivity and exposure compensation. If you don’t like any of the options which are found in the Quick Menu, this can also be customised to better suit your particular shooting preferences.

There is one more customisable function button, as well as a playback button found on the back of the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II. A switch is used to move between different focusing modes (AF-S/AFF, AF-C and MF), with a button in the middle of the switch which is for activating AF/AE lock.

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The Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II In-hand

The FZ1000 II features an OLED electronic viewfinder which by default automatically activates when lifting the camera to your eye. It is relatively large and gives a good, clear view of the scene and is useful both for those who prefer to compose in this way, and when bright sunlight might stop you from using the screen effectively. 

The screen is a 3-inch fully articulating device which is touch-sensitive. You can use the touch-sensitivity for a number of different functions, including setting the AF point and navigating through menus. Enabling Touch Pad AF in the main menu lets you keep using the touch screen even when looking through the viewfinder, which can be very useful for quickly moving the focus point.

Although Wi-Fi was included on the previous FZ1000 camera, a new addition to the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II is Bluetooth. With Wi-Fi connectivity you can transfer files from the FZ1000 II to your phone for quick sharing on social networking sites. 

You can also use the free Image App on your smartphone to take remote control of the camera, which can be useful for shooting group shots and so on. By adding Bluetooth, the camera can maintain a constant low-power connection with your smartphone for quicker and more convenient image transfer.

Focusing is generally quick and accurate when shooting in good lighting conditions. Setting the FZ1000 II to AF-C allows you to track moving subjects - I’ve found that the camera can do this with a reasonable degree of success when following a fairly predictable subject. In low light, focusing is a little slower, but it’s rare for a false confirmation of focus to be displayed. The overall operation speed is very quick, too.

Image Quality

All of the sample images in this review were taken using the 20 megapixel Fine JPEG setting, which gives an average image size of around 9Mb.

Unsurprisingly, given that the sensor and lens combination has not changed from the original FZ1000, there is no obvious differences that we can see in image quality between the older model and the new Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II.

Colours are bright and punchy directly from the camera, demonstrating a good degree of realism while still being pleasing to look at. The overall impression of detail is great when shooting at lower ISOs, and while there is some image smoothing present at higher ISOs, such as ISO 1600 and ISO 3200 when shooting in low light, the overall impression at normal sizes remains high.

The telephoto zoom lens available on the FZ1000 II is not the longest on the market, but keeping it relatively restricted frees up the body to include a larger one-inch sensor. This represents a good compromise, giving you a fairly extensive zoom while keeping all the benefits of a bigger sensor. Images taken at the telephoto end of the zoom are not quite as sharp as those taken at the wide-angle end, but it’s great to be able to get very usable images when shooting handheld.

Overall, when left to its own devices, the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II’s all-purpose metering system does a pretty good job of producing well-balanced exposures, with only high contrast situations requiring some exposure compensation adjustment. Under artificial light, the automatic white balance system does a good job to reproduce accurate colours, without erring too far towards yellow or orange tones.

4K Photo is something that is found on all current Lumix cameras, and as such we sometimes tend to take it for granted. Here on the FZ1000 II, it’s a really useful option for photographers trying to catch the action of certain subjects such as wildlife and pets. The 8 megapixel extracted photo you’re able to obtain when shooting in this mode is not the same kind of high quality you can expect from the full resolution 20 megapixel files, but are perfectly fine again for sharing and printing at relatively small sizes.

Noise

There are 8 ISO settings available on the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II. Here are some 100% crops which show the noise levels for each ISO setting.

JPG RAW

ISO 125 (100% Crop)

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ISO 200 (100% Crop)

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ISO 400 (100% Crop)

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ISO 800 (100% Crop)

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ISO 1600 (100% Crop)

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ISO 3200 (100% Crop)

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ISO 6400 (100% Crop)

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ISO 12800 (100% Crop)

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Focal Range

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II's 16x zoom lens provides a focal length of 25-400mm in 35mm terms, as demonstrated below.

25mm

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400mm

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Chromatic Aberrations

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II handled chromatic aberrations excellently during the review. There's some slight purple fringing between areas of high contrast, but it's only noticeable on close inspection, as shown in the examples below.

Chromatic Aberrations 1 (100% Crop)

Chromatic Aberrations 2 (100% Crop)

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Macro

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II offers a Macro setting that allows you to focus on a subject that is 3cm away from the camera when the lens is set to wide-angle.

Macro

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Flash

The flash settings on the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II are Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, and Flash Synchro. These shots of a white coloured wall were taken at a distance of 1.5m.

Flash Off - Wide Angle (25mm)

ISO 64

Flash On - Wide Angle (25mm)

ISO 64

Flash Off - Telephoto (400mm)

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Flash On - Telephoto (400mm)

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And here are a couple of portrait shots. As you can see, neither the Forced On setting or the Auto/Red-eye Reduction option caused any amount of red-eye.

Off

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Forced On

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Auto/Red-eye Reduction

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Night

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II's maximum shutter speed is 120 seconds in the Bulb shooting mode, which is great news if you're seriously interested in night photography.

Night

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Sample Images

This is a selection of sample images from the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II camera, which were all taken using the 20 megapixel Fine JPEG setting. The thumbnails below link to the full-sized versions, which have not been altered in any way.

Sample RAW Images

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files. We've provided some Panasonic RAW (RW2) samples for you to download (thumbnail images shown below are not 100% representative).

Sample Movies & Video

This is a sample movie at the highest quality setting of 3840x2160 pixels at 30 frames per second. Please note that this 17 second movie is 192Mb in size.

This is a sample movie at the quality setting of 1920x1080 pixels at 60 frames per second. Please note that this 17 second movie is 57.1Mb in size.

This is a sample movie at the quality setting of 1920x1080 pixels at 30 frames per second. Please note that this 16 second movie is 41Mb in size.

This is a sample slow-motion movie at the quality setting of 1280x720 pixels at 30 frames per second. Please note that this 16 second movie is 21.1Mb in size.

Product Images

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Conclusion

Bridge cameras have often had a bit of a bad reputation in the past, but models such as those found in the FZ range make a lot of sense. They give you the flexibility of multiple focal lengths without the hassle of having to change (or indeed, carry) lenses around with you. The usual trade off is a very small sensor, but by using a one-inch sensor on the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II, you get a good compromise between zoom length and a well-performing sensor.

The original FZ1000 was a popular choice for those looking for a good bridge camera that is ideal as a travel or holiday camera. With a large one-inch sensor, it produced good quality imagery, while having a fairly flexible zoom range that gets you close to the action - and that remains the same for the FZ1000 II. The new model also has a good range of other appealing features, such as an electronic viewfinder, fully articulating touch-sensitive screen and Panasonic’s useful 4K Photo options.

However, it doesn’t mark much of a departure from the outgoing FZ1000. The buttons on the body being slightly reconfigured is a small but welcome change, while the addition of the Zoom Compose Assist function is genuinely useful. Bluetooth functionality being added alongside Wi-Fi is also useful, but again not a dramatic upgrade considering the original FZ1000 had Wi-Fi connectivity included.

That all goes to say that if you already have an FZ1000, it’s probably not worth upgrading to the Mark II version, however if you are in the market for your first bridge camera, or are coming from an older or less advanced model, it’s a great option.

You may also be wondering what Panasonic’s other premium bridge camera, the FZ2000, offers you for a little extra cash. The FZ2000 gives you longer reach with a 20x optical zoom - but if you’re content with 16x, again the FZ1000 II marks a very good option.

Overall, although the Lumix FZ1000 II may not mark a hugely exciting new entry into Panasonic’s line-up, it’s a great choice for those looking for flexibility and high image quality and comes recommended, particularly for travelling photographers.

4.5 stars

Ratings (out of 5)
Design 4
Features 4.5
Ease-of-use 4.5
Image quality 4
Value for money 4

Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II.

Canon PowerShot SX70 HS

The new Canon PowerShot SX70 HS super-zoom camera features a 65x zoom lens with a massive focal range of 21-1365mm, a new 20 megapixel image sensor, Digic 8 processor, 4K video recording, 10fps burst shooting, 3 inch vari-angle LCD screen, electronic viewfinder, full manual controls, RAW format support, and built-in wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity. Read our Canon SX70 HS review now to discover if this is the ultimate all-rounder camera...

Kodak PixPro AZ901

The Kodak PixPro AZ901 superzoom camera has a jaw-dropping 90x optical zoom lens, which offers a maximum telephoto length of 1980mm - try doing that with your smartphone! Other stand-out features include 5fps burst shooting, an articulating LCD screen, RAW file support and wi-fi connectivity. Find out if the Kodak PixPro AZ901 can live up to its far-reaching potential by reading our in-depth review...

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000

The Lumix DMC-FZ1000 is Panasonic's new flagship super-zoom compact camera, offering a large 1-inch image sensor with 20 megapixels, 4K video recording and a 16x zoom lens with a 25-400mm focal range. Priced at £749 / $899, read our expert Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 review to find out if it can justify its price-tag...

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2000

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2000 is a flagship super-zoom compact camera, offering a large 1-inch image sensor with 20 megapixels, 4K video recording, and a 20x zoom lens with a 26-480mm focal range. Priced at £1099.99 / $1199.99, read our expert Panasonic FZ2000 review to find out if this is the ultimate do-it-all camera...

Sony Cyber-shot RX10 IV

​The Sony Cyber-shot RX10 IV is a super-zoom camera with a 24-600mm lens and 20 megapixel sensor that can shoot still images at an amazing 24 frames per second, complete with full-time auto-focusing. Is this the only camera that you'll ever really need? Find out by reading our detailed Sony Cyber-shot RX10 IV review...

Review Roundup

Reviews of the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II from around the web.

ephotozine.com »

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II is the recent upgrade to the FZ1000 and with it comes a few minor tweaks / improvements but are the changes enough to make those who originally owned the FZ1000 upgrade? We'll be answering this question, and more, in our full review of this new ultrazoom camera.
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Specifications

Pixels Camera Effective Pixels 20.1 Megapixels
Lens Optical Zoom 16x
Focal Length f = 9.1 - 146mm/(27 - 432mm in 35mm equiv. in 4:3)/(25 - 400mm in 35mm equiv. in 3:2)/(26 - 416mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9)/(32 - 512mm in 35mm equiv. in 1:1)/(26 - 416mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. Off / Level Shot function Off)/(28 - 448mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. On / Level Shot function Off)/(31 - 496mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9 video recording / O.I.S. On / Level Shot function On)
Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) 22.4x (3:2 / 10M (M)), 32x (3:2 / 5M (S))
Intelligent Zoom 32x
Lens LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT/15 elements in 11 groups
Optical Image Stabilizer 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S. +*/*5-Axis compensation works in video recording except for 4K video or high-speed video recording.
Digital Zoom Max. 4x (When Digital Zoom is used simultaneously with Intelligent Zoom, you can only increase the zoom ratio up to 2x.)
Focus Focusing Area Normal: Wide 30 cm - infinity / Tele 100 cm - infinity/AF Macro / MF / Intelligent Auto / Motion Picture: Wide 3 cm - infinity / Tele 100 cm - infinity
AF Assist Lamp Yes (On / Off)
Focus AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF
Post Focus Yes
Focus Stacking Yes
AF Metering Face/Eye Detection / Tracking / 49-area / Custom Multi / 1-area / Pinpoint/(Full area touch is available)
Shutter Shutter Speed [Still Image] Still Image:/Approx. 60 - 1/4,000 sec (Mechanical Shutter)/Approx. 1 - 1/16,000 sec (Electronic Shutter)/Bulb (Approx. 120 sec)
Shutter Speed [Motion Picture] Motion Picture:/Approx. 1/25 - 1/16,000 sec/Approx. 1/2 - 1/16,000 sec (Creative Video M Mode / MF Mode)
File File Format Still Image: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.31) / RAW/4K PHOTO: MP4/Motion Picture: AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Audio 2ch), MP4 (Audio format: AAC 2ch)
Recording Modes Recording Mode Intelligent Auto, P, A, S, M, Creative Video, C (Custom), Panorama Shot, Scene Guide, Creative Control
Filter Expressive / Retro / Old Days / High Key / Low Key / Sepia / Monochrome / Dynamic Monochrome / Rough Monochrome* / Silky Monochrome* / Impressive Art / High Dynamic / Cross Process / Toy Effect / Toy Pop / Bleach Bypass / Miniature Effect / Soft Focus* / Fantasy / Star Filter* / One Point Color / Sunshine* (22 filters) *For photos only.
Scene Guide Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water*, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations*, Handheld Night Shot, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower*, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome *For photos only.
4K Photo Mode (*2) 4K Burst: 30 frames/sec, max. 29 min 59 sec/4K Burst (S/S): 30 frames/sec, max. 29 min 59 sec/4K Pre-Burst: 30 frames/sec, approx. 2 sec/Exif Information: Yes (Each JPEG image cropped out of the 4K burst file complies with EXIF.)/Auto Marking Function: Auto / Face Priority / Motion Priority (in 4K Burst mode and 4K Burst (S/S) mode)
Motion Picture Recording (*2) MP4 [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/60p: 28Mbps/[FHD]1920x1080 FHD/50p: 28Mbps/[FHD]1920x1080 FHD/30p: 20Mbps/[HD]1280x720 HD/30p: 10Mbps/[HD]1280x720 HD/25p: 10Mbps/[FHD]1920x1080 FHD/25p: 20Mbps
AVCHD [FHD]1920x1080 FHD/50p: 28Mbps, 50p recording/[FHD]1920x1080 FHD/50i: 17Mbps, 50i recording/[FHD]1920x1080 FHD/25p: 24Mbps, 50i recording (sensor output is 25fps)
Actual recordable Time (Motion Pictures) (*2) MP4 4K/30p, 4K/25p: Approx. 60 min
Exposure Parameters Exposure Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual
Exposure Compensation 1/3 EV step, +/-5 EV (+/-3 EV for motion picture / 4K PHOTO)
Light Metering Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
ISO Sensitivity Still Image: Auto / i.ISO / 80* / 100* / 125 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600* *Extended ISO/Motion Picture: Auto / 80* / 100* / 125 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 *Extended ISO/(Changeable to 1/3 EV step)
Picture Quality Image Quality RAW / RAW+Fine / RAW+Standard / Fine / Standard
White Balance AWB / AWBc / AWBw / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Color Temperature Setting/(2-axis adjustable)
Picture Adjustment Contrast, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, Saturation*, Color Tone**, Filter Effect**, Grain Effect**/*Except for Monochrome mode. **For Monochrome mode only.
Bracket AE Bracket 3, 5, 7 images in 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV step, Max. +/-3 EV
Aperture Bracket 3, 5 or all positions in 1 EV step
Focus Bracket 1 to 999 images, focus steps can be set in 10 levels
White Balance Bracket 3 images in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis
Other Digital Red Eye Correction (Red-Eye Removal) Yes (On / Off)
Wi-FI IEEE 802.11b/g/n/2412 MHz - 2462 MHz (1-11 ch)/WPA / WPA2/Infrastructure Mode / WPS
Bluetooth Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE))
Self Timer 2 sec / 10 sec / 10 sec (3 images)
Display Playback Mode All, Picture Only, Video Only, Slideshow (All / Picture Only / Video Only, duration & effect is selectable), Calendar
Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback 12,30-thumbnails / Yes
Rating / Rotate Image / Protect Yes / Yes / Yes
Show Histogram/ Show Highlights Yes / Yes
Edit Retouch Clear Retouch
Image Composition Light Composition, Sequence Composition
Creating a Motion Picture from Still Pictures Time Lapse Video, Stop Motion Video
RAW Processing Yes
Resize/ Cropping Yes / Yes
Title Edit / Text Stamp Yes / Yes
Video Divide Yes
Direct Print PictBridge compatible
Setup OSD language Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Monitor LCD Monitor Static Touch Control/Field of View: Approx. 100%
Flash Built- in- Flash Auto*, Auto/Red-eye Reduction*, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off *For iA, iA+ mode only./Flash Synchro: 1st / 2nd Slow Sync./Synchronization for flash dimming and exposure compensation/0.3 - 13.5m (Wide / ISO Auto), 1.0 - 9.5m (Tele / ISO Auto)
Media Recording Media SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card/(Compatible with UHS-I UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards)
Audio Microphone / Speaker Stereo / Mono
Interface Interface microHDMI typeD (*3), USB2.0 Micro-B
Power Power Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1200mAh, 8.7 Wh) (Included)/USB power charging
Standard Package Included Software ・ The software to edit and playback images on computer is not bundled with this camera. To do this, PHOTOfunSTUDIO is available for download at Panasonic website using computer connected to the Internet./http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_pfs10ae.html (For Windows)/・ The software to process RAW file on computer is not bundled with this camera. To do this, SILKYPIX Developer Studio is available for download at Ichikawa Soft Laboratory's website using computer connected to the Internet./http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/ (For Windows / Mac)
Standard Accessories ・ Operating Instructions for advanced features is available for downloaded at Panasonic LUMIX Customer Support Site using PC, smartphone or tablet connected to the Internet.
NOTE *1Recording conditions by CIPA standard
NOTE - Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF) / Humidity: 50%RH when monitor is on.
NOTE - Using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card
NOTE - Using the supplied battery.
NOTE - Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
NOTE - Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
NOTE - Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.
NOTE - The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time.
NOTE - If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases.
NOTE - CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
NOTE (SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.)
NOTE - Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds with [AVCHD].
NOTE - Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds with [MP4] in [4K].
NOTE - When using an SDHC memory card: You can continue recording without interruption even if the file size exceeds 4 GB,
NOTE but the motion picture file will be divided and recorded/played back separately.
NOTE - When using an SDXC memory card: You can record a motion picture in a single file.
NOTE - Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds with [MP4] in [FHD] [HD] and [High Speed Video].
NOTE You can continue recording without interruption even if the file size exceeds 4 GB,
NOTE but the motion picture file will be divided and recorded/played back separately.
NOTE - These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%RH.
NOTE - The time available for recording varies depending on the environment, the interval between recordings, and the manner of use.
NOTE - 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.
NOTE *3 For [4K] video output, use an HDMI cable that has the HDMI logo on it, and that is described as"4K compatible".

News

The Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II is a new super-zoom bridge camera with a large 1-inch 20.1-megapixel sensor, 16x optical zoom lens, free-angle rear screen, high-resolution Live View Finder and 4K 3840x2160 pixel video recording.

The Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II has a recommended retail price of £769.99 (UK) / €849.99 (Ireland) / $899 (US) and will be available from the end of March 2019.

Panasonic UK Press Release

Powerful and versatile 

The new LUMIX FZ1000 II is the tool you need

• Large 1-inch-high sensitivity sensor

• Fast 16x LEICA* DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens

• High-resolution Live View Finder

Frankfurt, Germany – 18 February 2019 – The brand new FZ1000 II is a camera for every occasion. Boasting a large 1-inch sensor and a 16x optical LEICA certified zoom lens, it is the perfect bridge camera for photo enthusiasts. Taking high-quality photographs in a wide range of different conditions is easy with advanced specifications designed to help you get the best shot. When speed is of the essence, the FZ1000 II has you covered, while 4K Photo and Video give you added flexibility. Use either the free-angle rear screen, or the high-resolution Live View Finder (LVF) to compose your shots. 

* The LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens is manufactured using measurement instruments and quality assurance systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG based on the company's quality standards.

Key Features

The FZ1000 II is equipped with all the best specifications you need to help you get your shot.

At the heart of the camera is a large 1-inch 20.1-megapixel High Sensitivity CMOS sensor, which boasts a high signal to noise ratio – in other words, it’s the ideal choice for capturing clear images, even in low light conditions. The 16x optical LEICA zoom lens gives you a 35mm camera equivalent of 25-400mm, making it perfect for everything from scenic photography to distant subjects. The newly added Zoom Compose Assist assures, that you do not lose your subject when it suddenly leaves the frame. An aperture range of f/2.8-4.0 is available for creating beautifully blurred backgrounds, while a new minimum aperture of f/11 is useful for highly detailed landscape shots. Additional specifications include the following: 

• 5-axis Hybrid O.I.S.+ (Optical Image Stabilizer) to compensate for handshake to achieve blur-free images at every focal length.

• Photo Styles for creative , including the newly added L.Monochrome D mode for enhanced monochrome images.

• Bluetooth Low Energy (4.2) and Wi-Fi connectivity (IEEE802.11b/g/n) for instant sharing via Panasonic Image App.

• Long-Life Battery with AC- or USB Power Charging on the Go.

Capture every moment with LUMIX FZ1000 II 

• Fast operation and Light Speed autofocus 

• High-speed burst shooting 

• 4K Photo and video to capture the fastest movements.

To complement the high sensitivity sensor, the FZ1000 II has been equipped with a quick start-up time and an ultrafast autofocus of approximately 0.09 seconds. A burst rate of 12fps (AFS), plus a high-speed (electronic) shutter sporting 1/16000 seconds round off this package.

LUMIX’s famous 4K Photo capabilities help you get the shot in difficult situations. Fleeting moments can be captured at a stunning 30 frames per second, giving you the option to choose the best frame later. A newly added Auto Marking feature helps you to find the right shot quickly and easily.

Other exciting 4K Photo functions include Post Focus, Focus Stacking and the ability to combine multiple images for a fun “stromotion” effect. 

Video enthusiasts can record stunningly smooth, high-resolution QFHD in 3840x2160 pixel resolution at 30/25/24p.

Perfect design

The ergonomics of the FZ1000 II have been designed to make it a comfortable shooting experience. A high-speed and high-precision 0.39-inch OLED Live View Finder has a 2,360k-dot resolution and 0.74x magnification. The eyepoint of 20mm allows for high visibility – even for photographers wearing glasses. Meanwhile, the 3.0-inch, 1,250k-dot free-angle rear monitor includes touch-control and can rotate 180 degrees to the side and 270 degrees up and down for shooting from every conceivable angle. Intuitive controls, including a front/rear dual dial system and a total of 13 function buttons puts everything you need at your fingertips.   

The Panasonic LUMIX FZ1000 II has a recommended retail price of £769.99 (UK) / €849.99 (Ireland) and will be available from the end of March 2019. 

For more information visit www.panasonic.co.uk. 

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Preview Images

Ahead of our full review, here are some sample JPEG and Raw images and videos taken with the new Panasonic FZ1000 II super-zoom camera. The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II is a superzoom bridge camera with a 25-400mm zoom range and a large 1-inch CMOS sensor.

A gallery of sample JPEG and Raw images and videos taken with the new Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II super-zoom camera.

Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II Sample Images

Sample RAW Images

The Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files. We've provided some Panasonic RAW (RW2) samples for you to download (thumbnail images shown below are not 100% representative).

Sample Movies & Video

This is a sample movie at the highest quality setting of 3840x2160 pixels at 30 frames per second. Please note that this 17 second movie is 192Mb in size.

This is a sample movie at the quality setting of 1920x1080 pixels at 60 frames per second. Please note that this 17 second movie is 57.1Mb in size.

This is a sample movie at the quality setting of 1920x1080 pixels at 30 frames per second. Please note that this 16 second movie is 41Mb in size.

This is a sample slow-motion movie at the quality setting of 1280x720 pixels at 30 frames per second. Please note that this 16 second movie is 21.1Mb in size.

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