Panasonic Compact Digital Camera

Panasonic Compact Digital Camera

A compact digital camera, or hybrid camera, has a fixed lens often with built-in zoom capabilities as well as automatic focusing, aperture setting and shutter speeds.

Some models use the contrast detect focusing method, which is slower than the phase detect method that is used by DSLRs, making them unsuitable for action and sports photography. Most of them have viewfinders and some models have an LCD screen. Most manufacturers style the cameras similar to the DSLR camera , whilst a few will based the compact digital camera on the Rangefinder type of camera.

Normally the bigger the camera, the bigger the sensors and these are used to produce better quality images. They are portable, lightweight and easily fit into a big pocket, a bag, a pouch or in a case. That said, some of the smaller cameras are capable of producing high quality images at the lower ISO settings. The benefit of a smaller compact camera is extreme portability. You won't have any trouble fitting it into your pocket. They still have the ability to produce high quality shots and suitable scene modes for your everyday situations, meaning you'll always be ready to capture that perfect picture.

Lumix point-and-shoot cameras

The Panasonic Lumix point-and-shoot digital cameras offer a range of features within a lightweight, portable frame. They have a range of different lenses, some of which are detachable and some that are fixed but with built-in zoom capabilities. They vary in size and shape, and some models have been designed specifically for outdoor use by being waterproof , freeze proof, shockproof and dustproof.

Most of the models incorporate high-speed response and full HD videos in AVCHD Progressive format. Depending your requirements, models differ in terms of the type of lens , the aperture capability and the shutter speed. Video photography is possible with a MOS sensor, producing videos in 4K resolution.

The new LUMIX TZ60 has a 30x optical zoom for distance photography, a built-in Live View Finder to frame the subject with precision, even in bright sunlight, and an Manual Control Ring allows the user to adjust as necessary. It also has NFC-equipped Wi-Fi connectivity and an electronic viewfinder. The DMC-SZ10 has a 180 degree tilt table monitor, perfect for taking a selfie.

The DMX-LC100 model incorporates a Micro 4/3" sensor with a fast 24mm Leica DC Vario-Summilux lens and manual operation to offer a level of control that is normally found on DSLR cameras.