Panasonic has officially announced the new Lumix TZ300 compact camera, marking a fresh addition to its point-and-shoot lineup.
This new camera costs $897.99, first available for pre-order at Amazon/ B&H.
Key Specs
| Effective Sensor Resolution |
20.1 Megapixel
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| Image Sensor |
1″-Type
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| Image Stabilization |
Optical in Integrated Lens
Sensor-Shift
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| Focal Length |
8.8 to 132mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 360mm)
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| Optical Zoom |
15x
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| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.3 to 6.4
Minimum: f/8
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| ISO/Gain Sensitivity |
Native: 80 to 6400 (80 to 6400 Extended)
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| Max Recording Modes |
MP4
Up to UHD 4K
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| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
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| Wireless |
802.11b/g Wi-Fi
*Built-In
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| Display Type |
Fixed 3″ Touchscreen LCD
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| Built-In Flash/Light |
Yes, Flash Only
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| Battery |
1x Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1025 mAh (Included)
• Approx. 360 Shots
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
4.38 x 2.61 x 1.78″ / 111.25 x 66.29 x 45.21 mm
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| Weight |
0.6 lb / 295 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
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Imaging
| Effective Sensor Resolution |
Effective: 20.1 Megapixel
Actual: 20.9 Megapixel
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| Image Sensor |
1″-Type CMOS
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| Image Stabilization |
Optical in Integrated Lens
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
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Lens
| Focal Length |
8.8 to 132mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 360mm)
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| Optical Zoom |
15x
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| Digital Zoom |
30x Maximum
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| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.3 to 6.4
Minimum: f/8
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| Focus Range |
19.7″ to Infinity / 50 cm to Infinity (Wide)
39.4″ to Infinity / 100 cm to Infinity (Wide)
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| Optical Design |
13 Elements in 11 Groups
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Exposure Control
| Shutter Speed |
Electronic Shutter
1/16000 to 1 Second
Mechanical Shutter
1/2000 to 60 Second
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| Bulb/Time Mode |
No
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| ISO/Gain Sensitivity |
Native: 80 to 6400 (80 to 6400 Extended)
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| Metering Method |
Center-Weighted Average
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| Exposure Modes |
Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
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| Exposure Compensation |
-5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
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| White Balance |
Presets: AWB, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4
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| Continuous Shooting |
No
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| Interval Recording |
No
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| Self-Timer |
2/10-Second Delay
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Still Image Capture
| Aspect Ratio |
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
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| Image File Format |
JPEG, Raw
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Video Capture
| Internal Recording |
MP4
3840 x 2160
1920 x 1080 at 30.00/60.00 fps
1280 x 720 at 30.00 fps
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| Recording Limit |
15-Minute Maximum in 4K
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| Broadcast Output |
NTSC
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| IP Streaming |
No
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| Built-In Microphone |
Stereo
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| Audio Recording |
2-Channel AAC Audio
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Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
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| Internal Storage |
No
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| Video I/O |
No
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| Audio I/O |
No
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| Power I/O |
1x USB-C Input
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| Other I/O |
1x USB-C (Data) Input/Output
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| Wireless |
802.11b/g Wi-Fi
*Built-In
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| Mobile App Compatible |
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Panasonic Image App
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| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) |
No
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Monitor
| Display Type |
Fixed 3″ Touchscreen LCD
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| Resolution |
1,840,000 Dot
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Viewfinder
| Type |
No Viewfinder Support
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Flash
| Built-In Flash/Light |
Yes, Flash Only
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| Flash Modes |
Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
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| Effective Flash Range |
ISO Auto
23.6 to 267.7″ / 0.6 to 6.8 m (Wide)
39.4 to 153.5″ / 1 to 3.9 m (Telephoto)
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| Non-Shoe Flash Connection |
No
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General
| Environmental Resistance |
No
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| Battery |
1x Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1025 mAh (Included)
• Approx. 360 Shots
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| Shoe Mount |
No
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
4.38 x 2.61 x 1.78″ / 111.25 x 66.29 x 45.21 mm
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| Weight |
0.6 lb / 295 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
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The newly revealed Panasonic Lumix TZ300 enters the market as a dedicated compact device, distinguishing itself from larger mirrorless bodies by prioritizing portability and ease of use. While specific internal sensor details were not provided in the initial announcement data, the camera is positioned firmly within the category of easy-to-carry travel gear.
This release follows recent trends in the compact camera segment where manufacturers are trying to offer more robust zoom capabilities in smaller form factors. The TZ300 joins a roster of similar devices that aim to bridge the gap between simple phone photography and professional interchangeable lens systems. By confirming the model’s existence, Panasonic signals its continued commitment to the small-form-factor enthusiast market.
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Panasonic Lumix TZ300 at Amazon/ B&H