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ProductCode: panasonic_dmcfz300
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Name: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300
ShortSpecs:
    - 12 megapixels
    - 3″ screen
    - 25 – 600 mm (24×)
ReviewScore: 0
URL: /products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmcfz300
ReviewData:
    ExecutiveSummary: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 is the update to the very popular FZ200.  It maintains the same 12MP sensor and fast 25-600mm equivalent F2.8 lens but adds a new image processor, weather-sealing and 4K video support. Photos can be composed on either a 3" tilting OLED display or a high resolution (2.36M dot) OLED EVF. The FZ300 uses Panasonic's latest autofocus system and can shoot continuously at up to 12 fps. It can shoot continuously at 12 fps with single AF and 6 fps in continuous AF.  In addition to capturing 4K/UHD video at 30p, the FZ300 can also grab high quality 8MP stills using its special 4K Photo mode. Wi-Fi is also built-in.
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    ReviewSummary: null
    ASIN:
        - B011PKJI2Y
Specs:
    AEBracketing: ±3 (3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)
    Announced: Jul 16, 2015
    AperturePriority: "Yes"
    ArticulatedLCD: Fully articulated
    Autofocus:
        - Contrast Detect (sensor)
        - Multi-area
        - Center
        - Selective single-point
        - Tracking
        - Single
        - Continuous
        - Touch
        - Face Detection
        - Live View
    AutofocusAssistLamp: "Yes"
    Battery: Battery Pack
    BatteryDescription: Lithium-ion battery & charger
    BatteryLifeCIPA: "380"
    BodyMaterial: ""
    BodyType: SLR-like (bridge)
    BoostedISOMaximum: ""
    BoostedISOMinimum: ""
    BuiltInFlash: "Yes"
    BuyingOptions: $447.99
    ColorFilterArray: Primary color filter
    ColorSpace: sRGB
    ContinuousDrive: 12.0 fps
    CustomWhiteBalance: "Yes"
    DigitalZoom: Yes (4X)
    Dimensions: 132 x 92 x 117 mm (5.2 x 3.62 x 4.61″)
    DriveModes:
        - Single
        - Continuous (Super high, high, medium, low)
        - Self-timer
    EffectivePixels: 12 megapixels
    EnvironmentallySealed: Yes (Water and dust resistent)
    ExposureCompensation: ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
    ExposureModes:
        - Program
        - Aperture priority
        - Shutter priority
        - Manual
    ExternalFlash: Yes (via hot shoe)
    FileFormat:
        - JPEG (Exif v2.3)
        - Raw (Panasonic RW2)
        - MPO
    FlashModes: Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off
    FlashRange: 8.80 m (at Auto ISO)
    FocalLengthEquiv: 25–600 mm
    Format: MPEG-4, AVCHD
    GPS: None
    HDMI: Yes (mini-HDMI)
    HeadphonePort: "No"
    ISO: Auto, 100-6400
    ImageParameters: ""
    ImageRatioWh: 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
    ImageStabilization: Optical
    ImageStabilizationNotes: 5-axis hybrid IS in movie mode
    JPEGQualityLevels: Fine, standard
    LiveView: "Yes"
    MSRP: $599
    MacroFocusRange: 1 cm (0.39″)
    ManualExposureMode: "Yes"
    ManualFocus: "Yes"
    MaxResolution: 4000 x 3000
    MaximumAperture: F2.8
    MaximumShutterSpeed: 1/16000 sec
    MaximumShutterSpeedElectronic: ""
    MeteringModes:
        - Multi
        - Center-weighted
        - Spot
    Microphone: Stereo
    MicrophonePort: "Yes"
    MinimumShutterSpeed: 60 sec
    Modes: ""
    NormalFocusRange: 30 cm (11.81″)
    NumberOfFocusPoints: ""
    OpticalZoom: 24×
    OrientationSensor: "Yes"
    OtherResolutions: 4:3 (3264 x 2448, 2048 x 1536), 3:2 (4000 x 2672, 3264 x 2176, 2048 x 1360), 16:9 (4000 x 2248,  3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080), 1:1 (2992 x 2992, 2448 x 2448, 1920 x 1920)
    Processor: Venus Engine
    RemoteControl: Yes (wired or smartphone)
    Resolutions: 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
    ReviewPreview: "Read roundup ...\n                                    \n                                    \n                                        May 26, 2017"
    SceneModes:
        - 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
    ScreenDots: 1,040,000
    ScreenSize: 3″
    ScreenType: TFT LCD
    SelfTimer: "Yes"
    SensorPhotoDetectors: 13 megapixels
    SensorSize: 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
    SensorType: BSI-CMOS
    ShutterPriority: "Yes"
    Speaker: Mono
    StorageIncluded: ""
    StorageTypes: SD/SDHC/SDXC card
    SubjectSceneModes: "Yes"
    TimelapseRecording: "No"
    TouchScreen: "Yes"
    USB: USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    UncompressedFormat: RAW
    VideographyNotes: ""
    ViewfinderCoverage: 100%
    ViewfinderMagnification: 0.7×
    ViewfinderResolution: 1,440,000
    ViewfinderType: Electronic
    WBBracketing: "No"
    WeightIncBatteries: 691 g (1.52 lb / 24.37 oz)
    WhiteBalancePresets: "5"
    Wireless: Built-In
    WirelessNotes: 802.11b/g/n