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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 Digital Camera

12 Megapixels12 MegapixelsUltra-Zoom: At least 10X optical zoom.Ultra-Zoom: At least 10X optical zoom.Electronic View FinderElectronic View FinderHigh ISO: ISO 1600 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 1600 or more is available at full-resolution.Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveHigh Definition (HD) Video: 1280x720 resolution or more.High Definition (HD) Video: 1280x720 resolution or more.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringAccepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Neocamera detailed reviewNeocamera detailed review

Model Specifications

BrandPanasonic ModelLumix DMC-FZ47
Sensor 12 Megapixels CCD Sensor Size 7.7mm diagonal (4:3 aspect)
StabilizationYes Dust-ReductionN / A
Sensitivity ISO 100 - 1600 *Expanded range: 100-1600, Up to 6400 at lower resolutions Shutter-Speed 1/2000 - 60s
Lens25 - 600mm F/2.8 - 5.2 / 8Mininum Focus1cm (w) / 1m (t)
ZoomElectronicManual Focus Electronic
Filter DiameterN / A Focus System 23 points Assist-lamp *Tracking AF-C
Viewfinder Type Electronic (EVF) Viewfinder Size 0.20" 201K Pixels 100% Coverage
Display Position Fixed Display Size 3" LCD 460K Pixels 100% Coverage
Exposure ModesP, A, T, M Scene Modes 24Creative-Control, Portrait, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Close-up, 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,
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing 3 Shots ±1/3 EV
Exposure Compensation -3..+3 EV, 1/3 EV Flash Compensation
White Balance Auto , Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning 2 Axis, 19 steps
Continuous Drive 3.7 FPS, 7 JPEG *10 FPS @ 3 MP Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s, 3 Frames @ 10s
Command Dials DOF Preview No
Protection Dust Reduction No
Digital Level None Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger N / A Eye-Start Sensor No
Multiple Shots N / A Orientation Sensor Yes
Image Formats JPEG Flash Ports
Built-In Flash Yes, 9.5 - 5.1m (W-T) Flash Sync Unknown
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 30 FPS 16:9 *1280x720 @ 60 FPS. 1080p Mode stored as 30p in MP4 or 60i in AVCHD. Sound Input None
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity GPS N / A
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 400 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2011-07-21 Construction
Size 121 x 80 x 92mm (W x H x D) Weight 498g

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Panasonic DMC-FZ47 Facts

Large digital camera
12 Megapixels Ultra ZoomISO 100-1600
24X Ultra-Wide Optical ZoomShutter 1/2000-60s
Built-in StabilizationFull manual controls, including Manual Focus
0.20" Electronic (EVF) 201K PixelsCustom white-balance with 2 axis fine-tuning
3.7 FPS Drive, 7 ImagesSpot-Metering
1920x1080 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingLithium-Ion
3" LCD 460K PixelsSecure Digital Extended Capacity
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