Panasonic FZ200 Specifications

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Model Name:	Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:	Panasonic FZ150 FZ150 vs FZ200
Successor:	Panasonic FZ300 FZ200 vs FZ300
General
Model Number:	FZ200
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	EVF
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$599.00
Street Price:	$890.00
Date Available:	2012-08-30
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	21.3 oz (603 g) includes batteries
Size:	4.9 x 3.4 x 4.3 in. (125 x 87 x 110 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Panasonic
Effective Megapixels:	12.1
Sensor Format:	1/2.3 inch
Sensor size:	28.0735mm² (6.17mm x 4.55mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	1.54 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	4:3
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	None
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	37
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	19.1
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	10.8
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	114
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), 3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 4000 x 2672 (10.7 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 2176 (7.1 MP, 3:2), 2560 x 1712 (4.4 MP, 3:2), 2048 x 1360 (2.8 MP, Other), 640 x 424 (0.3 MP, Other), 4000 x 2248 (9.0 MP, 16:9), 3264 x 1840 (6.0 MP, Other), 2560 x 1440 (3.7 MP, 16:9), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 640 x 360 (0.2 MP, 16:9), 2992 x 2992 (9.0 MP, 1:1), 2448 x 2448 (6.0 MP, 1:1), 1920 x 1920 (3.7 MP, 1:1), 1536 x 1536 (2.4 MP, 1:1), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), MPO (3D), RAW, RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	12.1
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (60p/60i/30p) 1280x720 (60p/30p) 640x480 (30p) 1280x720 (120p) 640x480 (240p)
Movie File Format:	AVCHD or MP4 with stereo sound
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	No
Video Usable as Viewfinder:
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a
Lens:	LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT; 14 elements in 11 groups, 5 Aspherical Lenses, 9 Aspherical surfaces, 3 ED Lenses , 1 Nano Surface Coating Lens)
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	25 - 600mm
Focal Length (actual):	4.5 - 108mm
Zoom Ratio:	24.00x
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 (wide/tele) - f/8.0; Multistage Iris Diaphragm
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	1 cm to Infinity 0.4 in to Infinity
Filter Thread:	52.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	Up to 4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detect: Face / AF Tracking / Multi (23 pt) / 1 pt (Flexible / Scalable)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	EVF / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	0.21-inch 1,312K-dots eq. LCD, Field of View: approx. 100%, Mag: 0.46x (35mm-eq.), +/- 4 diopter adjustment
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.46x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.46x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	461,000 dots (153,600 px)
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:	Yes
Selfie Screen:	Yes
Max Playback Zoom:	16.0x
Top Deck Display:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	3200
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, iISO, High Sensitivity (1600-6400), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400* (* Extended ISO)
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Flash, Incandescent, Color Temperature (2-axis adjustable), White Set 1, White Set 2
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Intelligent Multiple, Center-Weighted, Spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Scene: Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Panorama Shot, Sports, Panning, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Handheld Night Shot, HDR, Food, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Glass Through, 3D photo; Creative Control: Expressive, Retro, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Star Filter, One Point Color
Self Timer:	2, 10, 3 shots in 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, Auto/Red- eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red- eye Reduction, Slow Sync./Red- eye Reduction, Forced Off; Flash Synchro; 1st / 2nd
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	0.3 - 13.5m (Wide/ISO Auto), 1.0 - 13.5m (Tele/ISO Auto)
Max Flash Sync:	1/4000
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	UHS-I
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	RAW, RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	AVCHD or MP4 with stereo sound
Included Memory:	70.0 MB
Included Memory Type:	Internal
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	Yes
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional wired
Connections (extended):	Mini-HDMI (Type C) with Viera Link, 2.5mm Stereo Microphone/Wired Remote Jack

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.85
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.82
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):	1.16
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	12.1
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	12
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	12.2
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	11
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	12.2
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	11
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.23 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):	0.24 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.279 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.48 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.011 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:	2.4 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.8 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	4.3 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	510 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	540 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary
Usable Battery Types:	7.2v 1200mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.3 PE, SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE, Adobe Reader
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Fast f/2.8 25-600mm eq. lens with Power OIS optical image stabilization, Full HD 1080p60 Movies, 12fps full-res burst mode, RAW capture, iAuto, iAuto Plus, iResolution, iD-Range, iHDR, flash hot shoe.