Panasonic DMC-FZ18 8MP 18x Zoom Digital Camera

By Editor • Aug. 6, 2007

Panasonic DMC-FZ18 Panasonic has introduced the LUMIX DMC-FZ18, an 8.1MP compact camera with an impressive 18x optical zoom lens. The DMC-FZ18 joins the LUMIX DMC-FX33 and DMC-FX55 as the first Panasonic digital cameras to offer the Intelligent Auto Mode, which include Face Detection, Intelligent Scene Selector and Continuous Auto-focus functions, allowing users to easily capture clear, professional-quality images in any situation.

The DMC-FZ18 is also equipped with a 2.5-inch large, high-resolution LCD with 207,000 pixels, a 0.44-inch Electric Viewfinder with 188,000 pixels, f/2.8 lens and is powered by the high-performance, Venus Engine III, which allows shooting at ISO 1600 in the normal recording mode.

Blurring is well-controlled by the Intelligent Image Stabilization system, which combines MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) to compensate for hand-shake and Intelligent ISO Control to detect and adjust for motion blur caused by subject movement.

The body has been redesigned to make the camera more stylish and easier to use. The auto focus, auto exposure lock, and Macro buttons are now independent, to allow quick and direct operation, a metal-finished mode dial adds design strength and an enhanced rubber grip makes the camera easier to hold. The redesigned body also incorporates the joystick made popular by the DMC-FZ8 model, which enables a host of settings, such as manual focusing and exposure, to be done more quickly and easily.

The DMC-FZ18 stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (includes 27MB of internal memory) and is powered by a lithium-ion battery (battery and charger included).

Optional accessories including a tele-conversion lens, close-up lens, ND filter, MC protector, lens adapter, AC adapter, battery pack, soft case and camera bag.

Price and Availability

The LUMIX DMC-FZ18 will be available in late September 2007 for a price of $399.95 (US MSRP). It can be ordered in two colors: silver and black.

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