Panasonic DMC FZ2000 Detailed Review

In additional DMC FZ2000 has a 1″ CMOS sensor with size of 13 x 9 mm² (0.52″ x 0.35″).

Picture of DMC FZ2000’s sensor compared to popular format.

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The DMC FZ2000’s sensor has resolution of 20 megapixel.

The Panasonic supports taking images in RAW. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computer, using software like Adobe Lightroom or Panasonic’s RAW converter. This involves one extra processing step but almost always results in superior image quality. Some filters, like converting to monochrome (black and white) will only yield decent results when used with RAW images.

The DMC FZ2000 uses an electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2.36 megapixel, an excellent value for a viewfinder like this which makes the camera a joy to use.

The magnifcation is c. 0.74x, an excellent value for an electronic viewfinder.

The DMC FZ2000’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 60s.

The DMC FZ2000’s sensitivity goes from 125 ISO und 12800 ISO, a very useful and practical range.

The DMC FZ2000 supports all general exposure modes.

The Panasonic allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.

The DMC FZ2000’s auto focus processor uses 49 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. in low light).

Manual focus is also possible with the Panasonic, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom.

The DMC FZ2000 has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 13m (44 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion.

The DMC FZ2000 display has a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 inches.) and a resolution 1.04 megapixel.

The camera display is intended for selfies or other occasion.

Display parameters:

DMC FZ2000 video supported the resolution with 4096 x 2160 pixel.

Also the camera is equipped with an external microphone.

Panasonic DMC FZ2000 Video parameters:

The DMC FZ2000 has Wifi connectivity already built-in. Use Wifi to transfer images to a smartphone or computer and to remote control the camera. With NFC, camera and smartphone can be paired without the need for passwords.

Connect the Panasonic to a monitor or TV set over HDMI.

The Panasonic supports USB 2.0.

Connection parameters:

The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards.

Memory cards characteristics:

The Panasonic DMC FZ2000 has a BCL12E LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 350 shots. It`s enough for one day or more.

The DMC FZ2000’s battery battery parameters:

The Panasonic DMC FZ2000’s dimensions are 137.6 x 101.9 x 134.7mm³. (5.4″ x 4.0″ x 5.3″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is a rather considerable 966 grams (31.2 oz.), lens included.

Here is front and top view of the DMC FZ2000:

For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image.