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Panasonic Lumix ZS300 Digital Camera
20 Megapixels
Ultra-Zoom: At least 10X optical zoom.
High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.
Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.
Automatic Level: Corrects for some degree of tilt to keep the horizon level.
Continuous Drive
Ultra HD (4K) video: 3840x2160 resolution or more.
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.
Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.
Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.
Spot Metering
Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Digital Camera Description
The Panasonic Lumix ZS300 is a Compact Digital Camera with a 1" sensor. Its 20 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 125-12800 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 80-25600. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in very low-light. With 20 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 23" x 15" at 240 DPI.
A builtin Image Stabilization mechanism allows the Panasonic Lumix ZS300 to compensate for camera shake.
This camera features a hybrid shutter that can expose for 1/16000 to 1m. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/16000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.
The Panasonic Lumix ZS300 features a 49-point Contrast-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. Manual Focus is also available.
Dual controls-dials offer direct access to most exposure parameters which makes this digital camera suitable for advanced photographers. This camera does not feature any seals to protect it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Care must be taken, just like with most electronics. There is no viewfinder on the Panasonic Lumix ZS300 and no provision to add one.
Imaging Sensor
Optical Zoom
Focal-Range
Continuous Drive
Shutter-Speed Range
Weight
Battery Life
Model Specifications
| Brand | Panasonic | Model | Lumix ZS300 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 20 Megapixels CMOS *BSI-CMOS Sensor. | Sensor Size | 13 x 9mm |
| Anti-Alias Filter | Yes | Sensor Aspect | 3:2 Aspect-Ratio |
| Stabilization | Built-In | Dust-Reduction | N / A |
| Sensitivity | ISO 125 - 12800 *Expanded range: 80-25600 | Shutter-Speed | 1/16000 - 60s |
| Lens | 24 - 360mm F/3.3 - 6.4 / 8 | Mininum Focus | 3cm (w) / 1m (t) |
| Zoom | Electronic | Manual Focus | Wired ring |
| Filter Diameter | Focus System | 49-point Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp *Focus Bracketing, 999 Frames Max, 10 Increments. Focus Stacking. Face Detect. Focus Peaking, Focus Assist. | |
| Viewfinder Type | None | Viewfinder Size | |
| Display Attachment | Fixed | Display Size | 1.8 Megapixels 3" LCD 100% Coverage *Touchscreen |
| Exposure Modes | P, A, T, M | Scene Modes | 21Panorama, Portrait, Clear Skin, Backlit Softness, Relaxing Tone, Child, Scenery, Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset, Vivid Sunset, Glistening Water, Night Landscape, Artistic Night, Illuminations, Handheld Light, Night Portrait, Flower, Food, Desert, Animal, Sports |
| Metering | Center-Weighed, Multi-Segment, Spot | Bracketing | 7 Shots ±1 EV |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV, 1/3 EV | Flash Compensation | |
| White Balance | Auto, Presets, Custom | White Balance Tuning | 2 Axis, 19 steps |
| Continuous Drive | 10 FPS, Unlimited JPEG *4K Burst @ 30 FPS with optional pre-buffering. | Self Timer | Yes *2s, 10s, 3 Frames @ 10s |
| Command Dials | 2 | DOF Preview | No |
| Protection | Dust Reduction | No | |
| Digital Level | 2 Axis, Automatic LevelingAvailable | Tripod Mount | Yes |
| Remote Trigger | WiFi | Eye-Start Sensor | No |
| HDR | No | Orientation Sensor | Yes |
| Interval Timer | Yes | Multiple Exposure | Yes |
| Image Formats | JPEG RAW | Flash Ports | |
| Built-In Flash | Yes, 6.8 - 3.9m (W-T) | Flash Sync | |
| Video Capture | 3840x2160 @ 30 FPS 16:9 *1920 x 1080 @ 120 FPS. | Sound Input | |
| Video Format | AVCHD 2, MPEG-4 | WiFi | Yes |
| Memory | Secure Digital Extended Capacity | GPS | No |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion | Battery Life | 360 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use. |
| Introduced | 2026-03-24 | Construction | Standard |
| Size | 111 x 67 x 45mm (W x H x D) | Weight | 295g |
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Panasonic ZS300 Highlights
Compact digital cameraSensor-Size: 13 x 9mm
Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI
| 20 Megapixels Travel Zoom | ISO 80-25600 |
| 15X Ultra-Wide Optical Zoom | Shutter 1/16000-60s |
| Built-in Stabilization | Full manual controls, including Manual Focus |
| Auto Horizon Correction 2 Axis Digital Level | Custom white-balance with 2 axis fine-tuning |
| 10 FPS Drive, Unlimited Images | Spot-Metering |
| 3840x2160 @ 30 FPS Video Recording | Lithium-Ion Battery |
| 3" LCD 1.8 Megapixels | Secure Digital Extended Capacity |
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