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| The DMC FZ62 was presented by Panasonic in July 2012. It is a Superzoom Digital Camera. | |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Category | Superzoom |
| Date | 07/2012 |
| Sensor Properties | |
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In additional DMC FZ62 has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 6 x 5 mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″). Also DMC FZ62’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 16 megapixel. That’s roughly average and will be sufficient for most purposes. Photos with this resolution can easily be printed to A3 or A2 size. The Panasonic does not support recording RAW images. 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 computeand involves one extra processing step but will almost always result in superior image quality. |
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| Format | Compact |
| Sensor area | 6.17 x 4.55mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″) |
| Type | CMOS |
| Resolution (physical) | 18.00 megapixel |
| Resolution (effective) | 16.10 megapixel |
| Pixel size | 1.79 µm² |
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| RAW support | |
| Continuous | 5 frames/second |
| Lens | |
| Interchangeable | |
| Focal length (min) | 25mm |
| Focal length (max) | 600mm |
| Aperture (max) | 2.8 |
| Aperture (min) | 5.2 |
| Viewfinder Properties | |
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The DMC FZ62 uses an electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 0.20 megapixel, close to the practical minimum for a viewfinder like this. The magnifcation is c. 0.46x, an average value for an electronic viewfinder. |
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| Type | Elektronic |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Magnification | 0.46x |
| Resolution | 0.20 megapixel |
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| Shutter | |
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The DMC FZ62’s shutter speed varies from 1/2000s to 4s. The highest shutter speed of the Panasonic is just 1/2000s. That’s no longer state of the art and may cause problems in challenging light conditions. |
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| Max. shutter speed | 1/2000s |
| Min. shutter speed | 4s |
| Sensitivity Properties | |
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The DMC FZ62’s sensitivity goes from 100 ISO und 3200 ISO, a very useful and practical range. |
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| Automatic | |
| Min. sensitivity | 100 ISO |
| Max. sensitivity | 3200 ISO |
| Exposure Modes | |
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The DMC FZ62 supports all general exposure modes. The Panasonic allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion. |
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| Multi | |
| Center weight | |
| Partial | |
| Spot | |
| Auto Focus Properties | |
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The DMC FZ62’s auto focus processor uses 23 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. |
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| Type | Contrast Detection |
| AF points | 23 |
| Manual focusing | |
| Flash Specs | |
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The DMC FZ62 has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 8m (27 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion. |
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| Built-in | |
| Range | 8.00m (27 ft.) |
| Hot shoe | |
| Display Specs | |
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The DMC FZ62 features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.46 megapixel. That rather low resolution is no longer state of the art and will make it difficult to evaluate images on the display. Unfortunately, the DMC FZ62’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies. The DMC FZ62 does not feature a touch screen. Display characteristics at a glance: |
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| Type | LCD |
| Size | 75.00mm (diagonal) (3.0 in.) |
| Resolution | 0.46 megapixel |
| Articulated | |
| Touch screen | |
| Video Specs | |
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DMC FZ62 video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel. ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone. Panasonic DMC FZ62 Video parameters: |
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| Max. resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixel |
| …with frame rates | 25 frames/second 30 frames/second |
| External microphone | |
| Connectivity & Wireless Specs | |
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Built-in wireless connectivity is not available with the Panasonic. You will need appropriate accessories to wirelessly transfer images between camera and smartphone. Connect the Panasonic to a monitor or TV set over HDMI. The Panasonic supports USB 2.0. Connection parameters: |
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| WiFi | |
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| Remote (infrared) | |
| Apps | |
| HDMI (standard) | |
| HDMI (mini) | |
| HDMI (micro) | |
| USB 2.0 | |
| USB 3.0 | |
| USB Micro | |
| USB Mini | |
| USB-C | |
| Custom | |
| Memory | |
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The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards. Memory cards characteristics: |
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| Slots | 1 |
| Memory cards | SD SDHC SDXC |
| Battery | |
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The Panasonic DMC FZ62 works with a BMB9 battery. The battery lifetime is a generous 400 shots. Usually enough for a full day or more. The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway. The DMC FZ62’s battery battery parameters: |
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| Type | BMB9 |
| Removable | |
| In-camera charging | |
| Battery life | 400 photos |
| Size | |
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The Panasonic DMC FZ62’s dimensions are 120.3 x 80.8 x 91.9mm³. (4.7″ x 3.2″ x 3.6″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is a reasonable 600 grams (19.4 oz.), lens included. Here is front and top view of the DMC FZ62: |
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| Dimensions Comparison | |
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For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image. |
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