It got me back into cameras I got it for 230 used like new on Amazon and it’s a fun camera really good for the awesome zoom capabilities, really good day time shots, low light I cant really take any great pics but I have a mirrorless camera now that takes really good indoor and low light pictures
Two weeks with it, I like it, I don't think I need that much zoom, but was what my money could buy currently, will try to get a FZ1000 II or 2500 if I can next year ☺️
Thanks for your video. I bought a copy of this and I think it will take some getting used to. It’s very stripped down, but it’s great to have it with you when you need a little versatility. If you shoot in raw there are a number of software options to deal with the noise. I still like the images better than the over processed stuff you get from your phones.
I really love the weight, size, zoom etc. I gave my canon with all the lenses to my grandson as it was getting too heavy. But I have to say, it was easier to learn and use than this one. But I know I will really enjoy it once I learn how to use it. Thanks for the help!
I would be interested in a comparision between the FZ80, FZ82, FZ83 and FZ300. Like what are the differences in image quality? They all cost about the same
I've been using this camera for several years now, and in many things it's great. Amazing zoom range, decent sharpness in good light, relatively small size. In moderate to low light, it's terrible, dynamic range is also pretty bad, but for the price, it's amazing. Recently i found my good old Fujifilm S5500 (20 years old now), and it is still working, i was surprised how much sharper, faster it is. Sure it's really outdated, but i forgot how much fun it was. With the FZ80, i constantly have to keep in mind what to avoid. It's like an overly sensitive friend where you need to be extra careful. While the S5500 is just a good old buddy who you can trust and you know he won't get mad for some dumb jokes. It's a great camera, but i don't love it. I need to find the perfect conditions for its taste, and the pictures will look amazing. Anything else, and the results will look cheap, even with a ton of work in post. However, an old macro lens i had fits perfectly to it, so i can take really nice close up pictures! Currently thinking about upgrading to the RX10 IV, that might be a great choice without having to carry a ton of stuff with me.
Hi there, thanks or sharing that. Yes the RX10IV is still one of my favorite cameras -is why I have a number of videos on them!-Thanks for your comment
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@@techtoremember8096 yup, i've watched several of them, it looks promising
Thanks for the video, is the image quality any better than SX70 as that was a sore disappointment? is there any superzoom short of Sony RX10 iv that would actually give you good quality images or are we stuck with below- modern cellphone quality images from these small sensor cameras?
Yay I found this video with a night shots, so what i can say this one reminds me a lot of canon p600 , especialy that it's shows dark at the low light condition, and it a bit upsets me that even iphone is brigther, even start thinking that nowadays phones as samsung s23/24 ultra with 10× optical and 100x digital can beat it at night.... it would be pefect camera if only sensour could pick more light. But i just love this size it's just perfect size, but sensor... only left to have a look is lumix z1000, well let see. Thanks again
UPD just watched sony400 with zeiss optics, looks better in image but bit lack of function, wich one is better in your personal opiniob between this 3 , nicon p600 , lumix fz80, or sony400 ?
Am working on a video comparing all bridge cameras so stay tuned! Sony 400 is a bit dated and very small EVF and not that clear but its a real performer. FZ80 doesnt have tilting screen which is annoying
@@techtoremember8096 yah I'm tuned to your chanel , you making it interesting to watch 👍, yeah i was thinking of something with good zoom but p950 or p1000 is pricy even on used market, watn to filming wild life here in Canada but don't want to get to close to tge bears or folves 😅 ... i saw the video where one guy compared p1000 with smartphone samsung s24 ultra, that thing get pretti close just after 30x stsrting looks like a phone with all that pexel artifacts....so i figured that some of real optic cameras would be the better choice to get closer to p1000, fz80 so far cheapest and has biger zoom for the video it looks pretty decent jus when you filmed ducks in a shade tgere absolutley no colrors or details all black, but this sony400v is way brigther in that scenario, but agai fz never and able to do a timelapse 👍, is fz80 has a darker imege than p950..1000 ? Cause in video where you compared p1000 vs SonyRX p1000 also was dark, so if FZ80 same dark at night as p1000, that's actualy good in that term that i just would buy somethin with a bit smaller zoom, but much cheaper ... But agai with 400v when you compare it to fz80 sony400v was so sharp aspecialy at the helloween party .. and zf was blury in the park during the day... jeez who would know that it will be so difficult to choose a camera 😅
How would this feel compared to the newer (and still made) ZS80? Zoom for latter is less as you noted (max at 720 vs 1200), but otherwise? Photo or video quality overall? Another great video btw!
Hi, thanks for the comment!- I wish I could give you a definitive answer on your question, which is an excellent one by the way, but I have not yet reviewed that camera, nor have I ever tried it. What I can tell you is that it offers some nice advantages over the FZ80 especially the tilting screen. Its also smaller and more pocketable. I will go under the assumption that it will probably have a similar image quality to the FZ80 being that they are both Panasonic cameras, and are using similar sensors.That camera also has the fancy 4k photo modes, focus stacking and bells and whistles of the FZ80 too! So the big difference is the form factor and the zoom. For some people the smaller cameras are less pleasurable to use because of the smaller dials and controls, especially if they have bigger hands. Some people are using the camera for really long distance shooting and aviation photography and in those case they wouldn't want to give up the 1200mm but if you don't need that much reach (and most of us don't) then the model you mentioned might be a viable option. I hope to get around to reviewing it one day, (am working on a few others right now)......but thanks for your question and for your comment- its much appreciated!!
Thanks for a very interesting and fun review. I am still tossing up between the Canon SX70HS and now this one. I am very interested to know which one you think would be the better? I have found a new FZ80 at a reasonable price, but price is not my major concern, rather simply which is just the better option. Thank you in advance. Cheers.
Hi there . Thanks for the comment! That's a very good question: I think the Canon is a better constructed camera. The rear screen tilts which I think is a big plus, the viewfinder is bigger clearer and not finicky like the Panasonic. The Panasonic feels more "plasticky" and cheap honestly. However, I think the images and videos the FZ80 produces edge out the Canon. I think the stabilization is better on the FZ80 too. So if picture quality is most important to you, then the FZ80 is the way to go. But if you think the quirks in the FZ80 might annoy you, the Canon is also a good option in that it is more of a solid camera but lacking a bit in low light, noise and stabilization. You may want to also check out the Sony X400V which I reviewed if you don't need 4k video that is also a good option for a reasonably priced superzoom.
Thank you for your considered comments. I really appreciate them, and your time. I currently have a Canon EOS 700D, with original lens and 55-250mm lens, but also looking for a bigger zoom for wildlife and easier to carry when travelling. I am by no means a great photographer, just enjoy taking photos and now having figured out how to use the manual mode, rather than automatic settings, finding it more interesting. For some reason, I am leaning towards the Canon, but I will check out the Sony as suggested. Again, thank you.@@techtoremember8096
Hi , I got a question. I am new to plane spotting. I liked your video on Sony fed Ax53 and Nikon cool pix p1000. Which one would you recommend? Or is there any other that you would recommend for plane spotting videos ?
Hey there. Well, the Nikon P1000 has a far greater zoom than the Sony AX53, so for spotting planes, the Nikon would be a better choice. You might also want to consider the Nikon P950 if you want something lighter but you'll lose a littler zoom reach (2000mm vs. 3000mm)
@@techtoremember8096 thank you 🙏. I did saw your videos on p950 also. Will it zoom quick enough to follow a moving aircraft landing or takeoff ? I would be needing around 200mm to 500m. And please recommend a tripod. Currently I have a cheap Amazon branded tripod which I use with my iPhone 😀
The P950 zoom is pretty snappy. There is also a feature to program the zoom to make it go faster and to specific points in the zoom. My video on the zoom features of the camera goes into detail on the zoom and zoom speeds so you can see if it fits your needs for aircraft photography. Tripods --there are many many choices depending on your budget. If you search tripods, a good manufacturer is Bogen or Manfroto. They make good tripods at many different price points but that would be better than a cheap Amazon one. best of luck.
@@techtoremember8096 thank you so much. Really appreciate your guide. I have been watching your videos since yesterday 😀. Super informative, no nonsense, to the point guides. Love it.
@@nomadik7, I think he talk about multiple options here: 1. Optical is to add telephoto lt55 2. With optical, crop from sensor and i zoom if you set 16:9 and 2mp you get about 3144mm maximum, but with only optical and crop 2446mm you will get a clear and sharp image (in comparison with full 18mp in 2400 izoom). But now I somehow get about 3669mm with izoom and 2mp, not sure how, but now i see even this is possible :) p.s sorry for mistakes, eng not my 1st language.
Don't like mine .. all the touch screen and touch buttons.. if I try to pick it up and zoom in for a video shot I touch the screen and all the settings go crazy and it takes10 hrs. to figure out what I touched.
I got it brand spanking new for $200. Best point and shoot camera I have ever owned! The lady who sold it to me never got it out of its package.
Nice !
This video convinced me to get the FZ80! Great work!
Great to hear and thank you !
This is the best review that i found it about this camera, i love it!
Thank you so much!
Love your informative and honest in-depth reviews with no drama, Ted.
Thanks Ted. Much appreciated!!
Fabulous. Thank you! I love this camera but have still had some trouble learning how to use all of its features. Thank you for doing this video.
Thank you for the comment! Glad it could help
It got me back into cameras I got it for 230 used like new on Amazon and it’s a fun camera really good for the awesome zoom capabilities, really good day time shots, low light I cant really take any great pics but I have a mirrorless camera now that takes really good indoor and low light pictures
Two weeks with it, I like it, I don't think I need that much zoom, but was what my money could buy currently, will try to get a FZ1000 II or 2500 if I can next year ☺️
Now I appreciate my camera even more! So many features that I haven't tested yet. 😊
Great to hear !
Great video. If your prepared to work you can get some good shots. Especially in good light. These cameras are great value.
Thanks for your video. I bought a copy of this and I think it will take some getting used to. It’s very stripped down, but it’s great to have it with you when you need a little versatility. If you shoot in raw there are a number of software options to deal with the noise. I still like the images better than the over processed stuff you get from your phones.
That’s great ! Glad you figured out a solution to make the photos look as good as possible
Thank you for your fab tutorial, also showing you superb photos. I found very interesting indeed.. Thank you again
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your comment. Much appreciated
I really love the weight, size, zoom etc. I gave my canon with all the lenses to my grandson as it was getting too heavy. But I have to say, it was easier to learn and use than this one. But I know I will really enjoy it once I learn how to use it. Thanks for the help!
I would be interested in a comparision between the FZ80, FZ82, FZ83 and FZ300. Like what are the differences in image quality? They all cost about the same
Great video thanks
I've been using this camera for several years now, and in many things it's great. Amazing zoom range, decent sharpness in good light, relatively small size. In moderate to low light, it's terrible, dynamic range is also pretty bad, but for the price, it's amazing.
Recently i found my good old Fujifilm S5500 (20 years old now), and it is still working, i was surprised how much sharper, faster it is. Sure it's really outdated, but i forgot how much fun it was. With the FZ80, i constantly have to keep in mind what to avoid. It's like an overly sensitive friend where you need to be extra careful. While the S5500 is just a good old buddy who you can trust and you know he won't get mad for some dumb jokes.
It's a great camera, but i don't love it. I need to find the perfect conditions for its taste, and the pictures will look amazing. Anything else, and the results will look cheap, even with a ton of work in post.
However, an old macro lens i had fits perfectly to it, so i can take really nice close up pictures!
Currently thinking about upgrading to the RX10 IV, that might be a great choice without having to carry a ton of stuff with me.
Hi there, thanks or sharing that. Yes the RX10IV is still one of my favorite cameras -is why I have a number of videos on them!-Thanks for your comment
@@techtoremember8096 yup, i've watched several of them, it looks promising
Thanks for the video, is the image quality any better than SX70 as that was a sore disappointment? is there any superzoom short of Sony RX10 iv that would actually give you good quality images or are we stuck with below- modern cellphone quality images from these small sensor cameras?
Hey there take a look at my video on the fz300 that was a real surprise and really comes close to the Sony quality !
@@techtoremember8096 thank you!. How would you say IQ on this one compares to FZ300?
I’d have to say the 300 is a bit better but they are close !
@@techtoremember8096 thank you. Btw, your videos are excellent! Some of the best on RUclips ☺️
Thank you !
Yay I found this video with a night shots, so what i can say this one reminds me a lot of canon p600 , especialy that it's shows dark at the low light condition, and it a bit upsets me that even iphone is brigther, even start thinking that nowadays phones as samsung s23/24 ultra with 10× optical and 100x digital can beat it at night.... it would be pefect camera if only sensour could pick more light. But i just love this size it's just perfect size, but sensor... only left to have a look is lumix z1000, well let see. Thanks again
UPD just watched sony400 with zeiss optics, looks better in image but bit lack of function, wich one is better in your personal opiniob between this 3 , nicon p600 , lumix fz80, or sony400 ?
Yes it is a small sensor and low light isnt the best! Look at the FZ300 if you'd like a little better low light. Zoom isn't as long though!
Am working on a video comparing all bridge cameras so stay tuned! Sony 400 is a bit dated and very small EVF and not that clear but its a real performer. FZ80 doesnt have tilting screen which is annoying
@@techtoremember8096 yah I'm tuned to your chanel , you making it interesting to watch 👍, yeah i was thinking of something with good zoom but p950 or p1000 is pricy even on used market, watn to filming wild life here in Canada but don't want to get to close to tge bears or folves 😅 ... i saw the video where one guy compared p1000 with smartphone samsung s24 ultra, that thing get pretti close just after 30x stsrting looks like a phone with all that pexel artifacts....so i figured that some of real optic cameras would be the better choice to get closer to p1000, fz80 so far cheapest and has biger zoom for the video it looks pretty decent jus when you filmed ducks in a shade tgere absolutley no colrors or details all black, but this sony400v is way brigther in that scenario, but agai fz never and able to do a timelapse 👍, is fz80 has a darker imege than p950..1000 ? Cause in video where you compared p1000 vs SonyRX p1000 also was dark, so if FZ80 same dark at night as p1000, that's actualy good in that term that i just would buy somethin with a bit smaller zoom, but much cheaper ... But agai with 400v when you compare it to fz80 sony400v was so sharp aspecialy at the helloween party .. and zf was blury in the park during the day... jeez who would know that it will be so difficult to choose a camera 😅
Seems good for a Voyeur too.
Got a used one for 230. Seems good so far
Good deal !
The photo and video straight out from camera or edited?
No editing at all
How would this feel compared to the newer (and still made) ZS80? Zoom for latter is less as you noted (max at 720 vs 1200), but otherwise? Photo or video quality overall? Another great video btw!
Hi, thanks for the comment!- I wish I could give you a definitive answer on your question, which is an excellent one by the way, but I have not yet reviewed that camera, nor have I ever tried it. What I can tell you is that it offers some nice advantages over the FZ80 especially the tilting screen. Its also smaller and more pocketable. I will go under the assumption that it will probably have a similar image quality to the FZ80 being that they are both Panasonic cameras, and are using similar sensors.That camera also has the fancy 4k photo modes, focus stacking and bells and whistles of the FZ80 too! So the big difference is the form factor and the zoom. For some people the smaller cameras are less pleasurable to use because of the smaller dials and controls, especially if they have bigger hands. Some people are using the camera for really long distance shooting and aviation photography and in those case they wouldn't want to give up the 1200mm but if you don't need that much reach (and most of us don't) then the model you mentioned might be a viable option. I hope to get around to reviewing it one day, (am working on a few others right now)......but thanks for your question and for your comment- its much appreciated!!
Amazing videos! a like and subscribe!
Thanks so much !
Thanks for a very interesting and fun review. I am still tossing up between the Canon SX70HS and now this one. I am very interested to know which one you think would be the better? I have found a new FZ80 at a reasonable price, but price is not my major concern, rather simply which is just the better option. Thank you in advance. Cheers.
Hi there . Thanks for the comment! That's a very good question: I think the Canon is a better constructed camera. The rear screen tilts which I think is a big plus, the viewfinder is bigger clearer and not finicky like the Panasonic. The Panasonic feels more "plasticky" and cheap honestly. However, I think the images and videos the FZ80 produces edge out the Canon. I think the stabilization is better on the FZ80 too. So if picture quality is most important to you, then the FZ80 is the way to go. But if you think the quirks in the FZ80 might annoy you, the Canon is also a good option in that it is more of a solid camera but lacking a bit in low light, noise and stabilization. You may want to also check out the Sony X400V which I reviewed if you don't need 4k video that is also a good option for a reasonably priced superzoom.
Thank you for your considered comments. I really appreciate them, and your time. I currently have a Canon EOS 700D, with original lens and 55-250mm lens, but also looking for a bigger zoom for wildlife and easier to carry when travelling. I am by no means a great photographer, just enjoy taking photos and now having figured out how to use the manual mode, rather than automatic settings, finding it more interesting. For some reason, I am leaning towards the Canon, but I will check out the Sony as suggested. Again, thank you.@@techtoremember8096
Not a problem- Best of luck to you
Hi , I got a question. I am new to plane spotting. I liked your video on Sony fed Ax53 and Nikon cool pix p1000. Which one would you recommend? Or is there any other that you would recommend for plane spotting videos ?
Hey there. Well, the Nikon P1000 has a far greater zoom than the Sony AX53, so for spotting planes, the Nikon would be a better choice. You might also want to consider the Nikon P950 if you want something lighter but you'll lose a littler zoom reach (2000mm vs. 3000mm)
@@techtoremember8096 thank you 🙏. I did saw your videos on p950 also. Will it zoom quick enough to follow a moving aircraft landing or takeoff ? I would be needing around 200mm to 500m. And please recommend a tripod. Currently I have a cheap Amazon branded tripod which I use with my iPhone 😀
The P950 zoom is pretty snappy. There is also a feature to program the zoom to make it go faster and to specific points in the zoom. My video on the zoom features of the camera goes into detail on the zoom and zoom speeds so you can see if it fits your needs for aircraft photography. Tripods --there are many many choices depending on your budget. If you search tripods, a good manufacturer is Bogen or Manfroto. They make good tripods at many different price points but that would be better than a cheap Amazon one. best of luck.
@@techtoremember8096 thank you so much. Really appreciate your guide. I have been watching your videos since yesterday 😀. Super informative, no nonsense, to the point guides. Love it.
That's great. Thank you for the support. Any other questions, please let me know and best of luck with the camera and tripod!
I use mine all the time and was using yet again today, There is a hack that extends zoom to 3000mm
what's the hack?
@@nomadik7 its izoom.
@@nomadik7, I think he talk about multiple options here:
1. Optical is to add telephoto lt55
2. With optical, crop from sensor and i zoom if you set 16:9 and 2mp you get about 3144mm maximum, but with only optical and crop 2446mm you will get a clear and sharp image (in comparison with full 18mp in 2400 izoom).
But now I somehow get about 3669mm with izoom and 2mp, not sure how, but now i see even this is possible :) p.s sorry for mistakes, eng not my 1st language.
Hey can I take peoples portrait photo in this cam?
Perfiero hacer birding enfoque manual. Disfruto de mi p1000
Bang for the buck, hard to beat!
Don't like mine .. all the touch screen and touch buttons.. if I try to pick it up and zoom in for a video shot I touch the screen and all the settings go crazy and it takes10 hrs. to figure out what I touched.
Is the fz82 the same as the dc-fz82
I believe so, yes
Seems like this camera would be ideal for two groups in particular: birders and private investigators!
Definitely !
i just notice that you look like Paul McCartney
Yeah I get that a lot
Yes
I got one for $85 - I love my fz82 🥹
Good deal !