Panasonic Lumix DMC-F3K, 12 MP, 28mm Wide Lens, 4x Optical Zoom (Black)

28mm Wide-angle 4x Optical Zoom Lens and Up to 7.8x Extra Optical Zoom

The 12.1-megapixel DMC-F3 features a 28mm wide-angle*1 4x optical zoom lens (35mm camera equivalent: 28-112mm) with f/2.8 brightness. The 28mm wide-angle lens lets you easily capture large groups of people indoors or expansive architectural structures and scenes with dynamic width and rich perspective. The 4x optical zoom lens captures beautiful shots of people or landscapes with 12.1-megapixel full resolution. Use the Extra Optical Zoom*2 when you want to pull the subject in just a little closer. It extends the 4x optical zoom ratio to 7.8x (35mm equivalent: 218mm) at resolutions of 3 megapixels or less, by using the central part of the CCD.

*1 Converted to standard 35mm camera equivalent, at the maximum wide position.
*2 At a resolution of 3-megapixel or less. In the DMC-F3, image resolution is kept at its maximum size to the optical tele-end even if the Extra Optical Zoom is ON.

Auto Scene Mode

In the Auto Scene Mode, advanced detection functions work automatically and simultaneously to optimize your settings, making it easier than ever to take beautiful photos every time. It includes Intelligent ISO Control to detect subject movement, Face Detection AF/AE to detect faces in the frame and Intelligent Scene Selector to detect scene conditions. In addition, the DMC-F3 includes Digital Image Stabilizer to detect hand-shake and Digital Red-eye Correction (Red-eye Removal)*1 to take care of the red-eye effect that often happens when shooting with a flash.
*1 Digital Red-eye Correction must be turned ON in the menu prior to use.

HD Movie Recording

The DMC-F3 can record motion images in high-definition (1,280 x 720 pixels at 30 fps in Motion JPEG format). The pixel mixed readout method enables bright motion-image recording even in low-light settings. The DMC-F3 can also record full-size motion images in WVGA (848 x 480 pixels at 30 fps) or standard motion images in VGA (640 x 480 pixels at 30 fps) and QVGA (320 x 240 pixels at 30 fps).

Large, 2.7-inch, 230,000-dot High-resolution LCD

The DMC-F3's large 2.7-inch LCD features high 230,000-dot resolution Intelligent LCD. It automatically adjusts the brightness in 8 steps according to shooting conditions. This LCD provides sharp, clear images in virtually all shooting situations, ranging from nighttime to bright daylight scenes. And it lets you share the fun of viewing images with family and friends. The High-angle Mode makes the display extremely easy to view from a low angle, for example, when taking photos by raising your hand upward to capture the subject over the crowd.

Features

	28mm Wide-angle Lens The 28mm wide-angle lens* lets you easily capture large groups of people indoors or expansive architectural structures and scenes with dynamic width and rich perspective, even from short distances.
	iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode When you don't know which mode will give you the best shooting results, or when a sudden photo opportunity pops up and you don't have time to make any settings, simply choose iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode by simply pressing the dedicated button and let the camera do it all for you. You just choose iA Mode, aim at your subject, and shoot. 4 detection and correction functions are simultaneously activated to optimize the settings, so you get stunning photos every time.
	HD Movie Recording The (DMC-F3K) can record motion images in high-definition. The pixel mixed readout method enables bright motion-image recording even in low-light settings.
	Auto Scene Mode Recognizes specific scene elements to capture the best photos
Digital Image Stabilizer Enhanced technology to further prevent blurring caused by vibration

Specs

KEY FEATURES	.
Camera Effective Pixels	12.1 Mega Pixels
Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter	1/2.33-inch / 12.7 Total Megapixels / Primary Color Filter
Aperture	F2.8 - F6.2
Digital Image Stabilizer	Yes
Optical Zoom	4x
Extra Optical Zoom	4.9x (4:3 / 8M), 6.3x (4:3 / 5M), 7.8x (under 3M)
Digital Zoom 1	4x ( Max. 16.0 x combined with Optical Zoom without Extra Optical Zoom ) (Max. 31.2 x combined with Extra Optical Zoom)
Focal Length	f=5.0-20.0mm (28-112mm in 35mm equiv.)
Lens	LUMIX DC VARIO 6 elements in 5 groups (3 Aspherical Lenses / 6 Aspherical surfaces)
PERFORMANCE FEATURES	.
Focusing Area	Normal: Wide 50 cm - infinity / Tele 70 cm - infinity Macro / Auto Scene Mode : Wide 20 cm - infinity / Tele 70cm - infinity
Focus Range Display	Yes
AF Metering	Face / 9 pt/ 1pt
Focus	Normal / Macro
AF Assist Lamp	Yes
ISO Sensitivity	I.ISO / 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 High Sensitivity (ISO 1600-6400)
White Balance	Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / White Set (Selectable at Portrait, Soft Skin,Self-Portrait, Sports, Baby, Pet, High Sensitivity, and Highspeed Burst mode)
Exposure	Program AE
Exposure Compensation	1/3 EV Step, ± 2 EV
Backlight Compensation	Yes (only in Auto Scene mode)
Light Metering	Intelligent Multiple
Self Timer	2sec, 10sec
Auto Review	1sec, 2sec, Hold
Aspect Ratio	4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9
CONVENIENCE FEATURES	.
Unlimited Consecutive Shooting 2	1.0 frames/sec
Scene Mode Help Screen	Yes
STANDARD FEATURES	.
LCD Monitor	2.7" TFT Screen LCD Display (230K dots) Field of View : approx. 100% AUTO Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode, High-Angle LCD
Playback Mode	Normal Playback, Slideshow, Favorites Playback
OSD Language	English, Spanish
Recording Media	Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
Interface	AV Output (NTSC/PAL, NTSC only for N. America), USB2.0 Full-speed, DC Input (requires optional DC Coupler)
ACCESSORIES	.
Included Software	PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition QuickTime Adobe Reader
Standard Accessories	Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Battery Case AV cable, USB Cable Hand Strap, CD-ROM
SPECIFICATIONS	.
Quick Menu	Yes
Continuous Shooting Mode	High-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6 frames/sec (recorded in 3M for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9)
Playback Motion Picture	Yes (Motion JPEG)
Slideshow Mode	All Still Images / Favorites BGM Effect (Natural / Slow / Swing / Urban / OFF)
Delete Image	Single / Multi / All / All except Favorites
DPOF Print Setting/Set Production	Yes / Yes
PictBridge Support	Single / Multi / All / Favorites / DPOF
Flash Burst Continuous Shooting Mode	Max. 5 images (Standard mode)
Intelligent ISO Control	Photo
Face Recognition	Photo
Intelligent Scene Selector	Photo (Portrait, Scenery, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Macro)
File Format	Still Image: JPEG(DCF/Exif2.21) Motion picture: QuickTime Motion JPEG
Mode Dial / Mode Button	AUTO SCN, Normal Picture, SCN, Motion Picture
Motion Picture Recording	4:3 VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30fps (Motion JPEG)  4:3 QVGA: 320 x 240 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG) 16:9 WVGA: 848 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG) HD Movie 1280x720 pixels, 30fps (Motion JPEG)
Still Picture Recording	4:3 4000x3000(12M) / 3264x2448(8M EZ) / 2560x1920(5M EZ)/ 2048x1536(3M EZ) / 640X480(0.3M EZ) 3:2 4000 x 2672 (10.5M) 16:9 4000 x 2248 (9M)
Color Mode / Color Effect	Standard, Vivid, Natural, Black & White, Sepia, Cool, Warm
Copy / Title Edit / Text Stamp	Yes / No / Yes (only Baby, Pet, Travel)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	2.17 x 3.78 x 0.86 in / excl. protrusions: 0.81 in
Weight	Approx. .29 lb with Battery and SD Memory Card Approx. .24 lb without Battery and SD Memory Card
Shutter Speed	Still: approx. 8 - 1/1000 sec Starry Sky Mode : 15, 30, 60sec.
Digital Red Eye Correction (Red-Eye Removal)	Photo
Mode Switch	[Recording] / [Playback]
Composition Guide line	Yes (1 pattern)
Easy Zoom / Zoom Resume	No / No
Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback	12,30-thumbnails / Max 16x
Calendar Display / Dual-Image Playback	Yes / No
Set Favorites / Rotate Image	Yes / Yes
Resize / Trim / Aspect Conv. / Leveling	Yes / No / No / No
Built-in-Flash	Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off 0.3 - 7.1m (Wide/ISO Auto), 0.7 - 3.0m (Tele/ISO Auto)
Built-in-Memory	Approx. 40MB
Microphone / Speaker	Mono / Yes
Power	ID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack (3.6V, Minimum: 740mAh) (Included) AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional)
Battery life (approx.)	220 pictures (CIPA Standard)*1
Still Image Scene Mode	Portrait, Soft Skin, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Food, Party, Candle Light, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High sensitivity, Hi-Speed Burst, Flash Burst, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial photo

Footnotes

1   As digital magnification increases, resolution significantly decreases.
2   Number of shots may vary depending on memory card size, battery power, picture size, and compression. The consecutive shooting speed varies depending on the memory card or the built-in memory.

Included

• Battery Charger
• Battery Pack
• Battery Case
• AV cable
• USB Cable
• Hand Strap
• CD-ROM
• PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition
• QuickTime
• Adobe Reader

Warranty

Brand New Retail Box
1 Year Panasonic Canada Warranty