Nikon Coolpix P510

The COOLPIX P510, successor to the hugely popular COOLPIX P500, offers an astounding 42x optical NIKKOR zoom lens that ranges from a powerful 1000mm super-telephoto focal length, down to a 24mm wide-angle. It also packs a punch with its 16-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor and advanced lens-shift vibration reduction. The P510 is able to capture detail that would be too far away to reach with any other camera. Steady shots are ensured in any situation, thanks to advanced lens-shift vibration reduction.

The 42x optical NIKKOR zoom lens reaches a powerful 1000mm super-telephoto focal length
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Zooming beyond expectations: the high performance COOLPIX P510

An excellent performer with unparalleled range, the compact COOLPIX P510 boasts a 42x zoom, a tiltable high resolution 921K-dot LCD monitor and Full HD (1080p) movie recording with stereo sound.
For everything from wide-angle shots of a group of friends to long-reaching frames of dolphins out at sea, the astonishingly powerful wide-angle to super-telephoto range of the COOLPIX P510 covers all circumstances. Its 16-megapixel backlit CMOS sensor and advanced lens-shift vibration reduction ensure sharp shooting in any light, so that even at longer focal lengths, frames remain steady and subjects are pin-sharp.
One-touch access to movie mode means you can switch easily from taking stills to filming in Full HD (1080p) with stereo sound. Optical zoom and autofocus functions are still available when filming, and the COOLPIX P510 can record in slow or fast motion using speeds of up to 120 fps (VGA). Movies can be shot in iFrame format and a built-in HDMI connector lets you connect the camera directly to an HDTV, to view photos and films straight away with family and friends.
The tiltable high resolution LCD monitor will help you discover your creative side, making it easy to take shots from above or below to get a different perspective. Built-in GPS records the exact location where a picture was taken as a geotag in the image data.

Advanced Lens-shift VRII realises the equivalent of a shutter speed setting that's four stops faster than the actual physical setting.
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42x optical zoom and Nikon VRII image stabilisation

A 16.1 megapixel Back-illuminated CMOS image sensor is paired with a 42x zoom NIKKOR ED glass lens that covers the phenomenal focal range of 24 mm wide-angle to 1000 mm super-telephoto (35 mm format equivalent). Advanced Lens-shift VRII realises the equivalent of a shutter speed setting that's four stops faster than the actual physical setting. This is a big aid to achieving consistently sharp results, particularly when taking advantage of the super-zoom, shooting macros or recording 1080p Full HD movies.

The continuous shooting and compositing capabilities of the Back-illuminated CMOS image sensor helps you take beautiful Night landscape or Night portrait pictures while shooting with the camera in hand.
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Optimised controls and designed for efficient handling

The 7.5 cm (3-in.) vari-angle 921k-dot (approx.) high-resolution Clear colour display can be tilted as much as 90 degrees (approx.) upward or 80 degrees (approx.) downward. You can assign often-used functions to the new Function button for quick one-touch access. The handgrip is designed to help minimise camera shake. And the body includes a side-mounted zoom control for stable handling.

High-speed continuous shooting helps capture all the action

The COOLPIX P510 keeps you ahead of the action with high-speed shooting options. With a press of the dedicated continuous shooting mode button, you can quickly switch from single-frame to High-speed continuous shooting at a rapid 6fps (approx.) for full-resolution (4608 x 3456) images*. Other modes include Sports continuous mode (approx. 60fps/120fps) and the Pre-shooting cache.

Beautiful handheld still images and movies at night

The continuous shooting and compositing capabilities of the Back-illuminated CMOS image sensor helps you take beautiful Night landscape or Night portrait pictures while shooting with the camera in hand. The same benefit is also seen when shooting 1080p Full HD movies.

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Panasonic Lumix FZ45

The new DMC-FZ45 from the popular FZ series combines a powerful optical zoom and creative options including manual operation to bring users a versatile and creative compact. The LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens extends its optical zoom range from 27mm to 25mm at wide end and the zoom power from 18x to 24x to be even more versatile compared to the DMC-FZ35*.

Packed with Creative Features

The new image processing LSI Venus Engine HD II achieves high picture quality in both photo and HD movie recording modes. It also compiles the Intelligent Resolution technology to perform the optimum signal processing depending on the part of a picture to give incredible image clarity and depth. The powerful 24x optical zoom* can increase its power to 32x equivalent with the Intelligent Zoom function taking advantage of the Intelligent Resolution technology maintaining the picture quality even using digital zoom.

Capture Movies and Pictures at Super Speed

The Sonic Speed Auto Focus in the FZ45 features a high-speed start-up giving the FZ45 extremely fast response levels helping to capture even the most short lived photo opportunities. The manual control of the FZ45 makes operation easier with the incorporation of new jog dial. A focus button lets users switch from photo to movie mode, utilising a host of options including Creative Movie mode and My Color mode.

Equipped with iA

Panasonic's iA (Intelligent Auto) mode — a hallmark of LUMIX cameras — includes POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) which features double the repression power compared to the conventional image stabilization system, MEGA O.I.S helping to eliminate hand shake for blur-free photography. The iA mode is also available in movie recording mode, automatically selecting the most suitable Scene mode and helping to correct handshake, focus and brightness problems. Relax and let iA mode become your one-stop solution to beautiful still and motion images.

The 3.0" large intelligent LCD assures high visibility for both recording images and playing them back.

3.0-inch Intelligent LCD

The 3.0-inch 230,000-dot Intelligent LCD assures high visibility for both recording images and playing them back. Along with outstanding performance, the DMC-FZ45 excels in energy efficiency with battery life lasting for up to 580 shots (CIPA) per a single charge.
Capturing high quality photos and magnificent movies with super fast response times, the DMC-FZ45 is the perfect digital compact camera with functions to satisfy users at any level of photography.
*Equivalent to 35mm camera: 25-600mm.

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Fujifilm FinePix HS20EXR

Record-breaking, innovative, versatile; the new Fujifilm FinePix HS20EXR is all this and so much more. Replacing the multiple award-winning FinePix HS10; this latest addition to Fujifilm's range of bridge cameras, represents the perfect picture taking solution, for photographers who want the specification and picture quality of an SLR, without the heavy camera bag and huge dent in their bank balance. With a class-leading feature set that includes a brand new EXR-CMOS sensor, high speed continuous shooting capability, improved user interface, versatile video functions, 16 megapixel resolution and a 30x zoom lens with advanced anti-blur technologies, the HS20EXR sets new standards in bridge camera functionality and performance.

HS20EXR captures incredible imagery

Fast, brilliant, results in all lighting conditions.

Sitting at the heart of the FinePix HS20EXR is an all-new sensor that marries EXR and CMOS technologies to deliver truly outstanding results, regardless of the lighting conditions.
The secret lies in the combination of Back Side Illuminated (BSI) CMOS and Fujifilm’s unique EXR sensor technology. The design of conventional CMOS sensors is such that the light has to pass through a layer of wiring before hitting the photo diodes. But the BSI-CMOS configuration places this wiring layer behind the photo diodes improving light sensitivity and dramatically boosting results, particularly in low light. Couple this to the triple-layer EXR array, the performance of which can be split according to the lighting conditions, and you’ll see why the FinePix HS20EXR sets new standards in sensor technology.
As with other FinePix models featuring EXR sensors, three shooting options are available. In the High Resolution mode, users can take advantage of the huge 16 megapixel resolution (the world’s largest for a sensor of this type) for truly breathtaking levels of detail and sharpness. The Dynamic Range function uses dual capture technology to provide a maximum range of 1600%, for stunning results on high contrast scenes. While the Signal to Noise mode increases pixel size using Pixel Fusion to produce outstanding images in low lighting conditions.
With this unique sensor combination, capturing great pictures has never been easier.

High Speed shooting with the HS20EXR

EXR engine drives key picture-taking benefits

EXR technology isn’t purely limited to the FinePix HS20EXR's sensor, the camera also features a newly developed triple core EXR processing engine, which speeds up processing time & boosts performance and picture quality on both still and moving images.
Photographers who like to point and shoot will benefit from the expanded scene recognition function. In addition to nine subject-based scene scenarios, the HS20EXR also employs object recognition to identify whether the scene includes a conventionally-lit portrait, a backlit portrait or no portrait at all. This delivers a total of 27 different scene scenarios for which the camera then optimises exposure and white balance before adding a relevant tag to make the images easier to find later.
The EXR processing engine also has the capability to spot and reduce purple colour fringing, most common on dark subjects against a light background, and improve the resolution at the corners of an image for more uniform image sharpness.
Perhaps the most obvious benefit of the EXR engine, however, is the new Rich User Interface, which employs Flash and Vector fonts and graphics to dramatically improve the appearance of the FinePix HS20EXR’s menus. Users can wave goodbye to pixellated graphics and enjoy smooth text and icons on the camera’s menus, now presented on a three inch LCD screen which doubles the pixel count over its predecessor to 460,000. Plus, because the Vector fonts and graphics are scaleable, you’ll get the same high quality on an HDTV when the camera is connected via its HDMI socket.
For users who struggle to find images on increasingly-large capacity memory cards, the FinePix HS20EXR's improved image searching capabilities will come in very handy. Now, searching through thousands of images can take seconds, not minutes. Once you’ve found the shots, it’s easy to put them in to a photobook using the Photobook Assist function where the HS20EXR creates the book, tags the images and then lets you ‘turn’ the pages to simulate the final book – all on the rear LCD or your HDTV.

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High speed, high quality

Thanks to the FinePix HS20EXR's heady mix of sensor and processing technologies, brilliant action shots are possible no matter how fast the subject is moving. Whether you’ve got the HS20EXR trained on sport, wildlife or just the kids running around, continuous full resolution shooting at 8 frames per second will make sure they’re stopped in their tracks. And if that’s not fast enough for your needs, how does 11 frames per second at eight megapixel resolution sound?
There’s also no need to worry about slow auto focusing making you miss your shot; the HS20EXR’s contrast AF system takes no longer than 0.16 seconds to focus. So, it’s more likely to be human reactions that fail before the camera, but the HS20EXR even has that eventually covered as well with the Best Frame Capture mode. Here, the camera starts recording images from the moment you half-press the shutter release to focus. When you do take a picture, the HS20EXR also captures seven frames before or after you’ve taken the shot to make sure you get one perfect image. Friends and family will think you’ve turned into a professional sports photographer overnight.

A lens for every application

With a 30x zoom range covering focal lengths from 24-720mm (35mm equivalent), the FinePix HS20EXR really is ready for anything. Boasting high quality Fujinon optics, the mechanical zoom lens is now even easier to operate thanks to a reduction in the size of the integral flashgun. Zooming through the range can be done quickly and precisely to ensure perfect framing for every shot.
Using the longer focal lengths can cause camera shake, but the FinePix HS20EXR has the bases covered, fighting this on three fronts. First, the sensor moves to counter any hand movements. Second, sensitivity is boosted using Pixel Fusion to allow faster shutter speeds and third, "Advanced anti blur" mode in EXR Auto (need for the users to select EXR Auto) where a sequence of four images are taken and then combined to provide one, to produce shake-free results.

Make broadcast quality movies

The FinePix HS20EXR isn't just a camera for shooting stills; it also offers an impressive level of video functionality. By employing the same Pixel Fusion technology as it does for still images, the FinePix HS20EXR delivers high sensitivity with low noise for movie capture in low lighting conditions without the need to resort to additional lighting. Now you can capture the mood of sunsets, interiors and parties and even night safari scenes in both still and movie form. This camera can capture 1920 x 1080p footage at 30 frames per second. Versatility is further increased thanks to the High Speed Movie options, which include 320 x 112 pixel capture at an incredible 320 frames per second or 640 x 480 pixel capture at an impressive 80 frames per second. With features like this, even the fastest moving subjects can be captured and watched in super-slow motion.
Lastly, this camera can save the footage using the H.264 (MOV) Full HD format with stereo sound. The mainstay of broadcasting and Blu-Ray technologies, the H.264 (MOV) format produces file sizes that are smaller and easier to handle than AVI format, plus they’re compatible with many applications and websites, making it simple for you to share video content via sites such as YouTube.

And the improvements don't stop there…

Further enhancements have been made over the HS10 to enhance the user experience and make the FinePix HS20EXR the perfect all in one camera. These include an improved Motion Panorama mode for simple, high quality 360° image capture, compatibility with the RR-80 remote release, film simulation modes and the provision to accept high capacity SDXC cards. Flash users will be pleased to hear that the HS20EXR also offers TTL flash metering and will be supported by two new compatible flashguns; the bounce head EF-20 and EF-42, which also offers auto zoom function.

Product Description

Record-breaking, innovative, versatile; the new Fujifilm FinePix HS20 is all this and so much more. Replacing the multiple award-winning FinePix HS10, this latest addition to the range of Fujifilm bridge cameras represents the perfect picture taking solution for photographers who want the specification and picture quality of an SLR without the heavy camera bag and huge dent in their bank balance. With a class-leading feature set that includes a brand new EXR CMOS sensor, high speed continuous shooting capability, improved user interface, versatile video functions, 30x zoom lens and a 16 megapixel resolution, the HS20 sets new standards in bridge camera functionality and performance.

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Fujifilm FinePix L55

Easy Web Upload feature speeds up the process of uploading pictures to Facebook and videos to YouTube

The brilliant new Fujifilm FinePix L55 has a 12 megapixel sensor and a Fujinon 3x optical zoom (38-114mm). The FinePix L55 is an ideal entry level digital camera but with features you would expect on a more expensive camera – such as Motion Panorama and Easy Web Upload to Facebook and YouTube. The Fujifilm FinePix L55 is available in black, blue, white, purple, red and pink.

Model Looks

The aesthetically pleasing design of the new L55 is also an important part of the appeal of this range of cameras. The sleek new L55 comes in an array of stunning colours to suit all tastes. And their ultra slim design ensures that the cameras are compact enough to slide into your pocket or handbag and carry with you at all times.

Facebook and YouTube Easy Web Upload

The L55 features the popular 'Easy Web Upload'function that has previously only been found on the more fashion-driven models in the Fuji range. This is a great time-saver as it allows you to sort through your photos when you are travelling and decide which ones to upload to Facebook or YouTube so that when you get home you just have to connect to a PC and launch the MyFinePix Studio software (for Windows) and they will immediately upload.

Blink Detection mode warns you if you have captured an image with people blinking, so you can take the picture again

Blink and You Won't Miss It

Fujifilm’s clever Blink Detection technology will warn you if anyone in your picture has blinked giving you the opportunity to retake the photo immediately.

Intuitive Features

Scene Recognition Auto mode intelligently detects your scene type and shooting conditions, and is able to optimise the camera's focus, exposure and white balance to achieve perfect results. So whether you're photographing a stunning outdoor scene or the school sports day, you will get flawless photos at the press of a button.

Framed scenes are automatically detected and selected

Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery

Entry level cameras are usually powered by AA batteries – which are great for replacing on the move but can end up being costly over the life of the camera. The FinePix L55 however, features a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery - for longer battery life, allowing you to take up to 160 pictures on a single charge (on Auto mode).

Impressive Panoramas

With its easy to use Panoramic shooting mode you can get creative on the L55, however basic your skills, and rest assured that you will not risk shooting uneven landscapes or shaky horizons. With the press of a single shutter, the camera automatically releases the remaining two shots as three images are auto-stitched into one, producing high-quality panoramic images.

Product Description

Fujifilm FINEPIX L55 12MP BLACK 3X OPTICAL ZOOM 24 LCD SCREEN UK P10NC06120A Cameras Digital Cameras.

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Nikon Coolpix L23

A superb first camera for anyone just starting out in photography, the COOLPIX L23 makes it simple for every member of the family to take great pictures. A host of automatic technology makes this camera perfect for effortless photography. Wherever you are and whatever you want to shoot, Easy Auto Mode optimises all camera settings depending on what light you are in, ensuring your images are impressive. Built-in electronic Vibration Reduction and Motion Detection avoids camera shake and, along with the 10.1 megapixel resolution CCD image sensor, guarantees outstanding detailed images worthy of being turned into stunning enlargements. The Smart Portrait System houses features such as Smile Timer and Skin Softening, to ensure perfect portraits. The COOLPIX L23's 5x wide-angle zoom lens lets you capture everything from sharp close-ups to stunning group photos, and a large, 6.7 cm (2.7 in.) LCD monitor enables you to review pictures with ease. Hassle-free operation is ensured with large buttons and dedicated Shooting and Playback modes. The camera takes regular AA batteries, making it easy to power and ideal for taking anywhere.

The Smart Portrait System houses features such as Smile Timer and Skin Softening, to ensure perfect portraits.

The COOLPIX L23 - A great way to start.

• 10.1 megapixel CCD image sensor
• NIKKOR wide-angle 5x zoom lens
• Large, 6.7 cm (2.7 in.) LCD monitor
• Powered by convenient AA-size batteries

Easy operation

The COOLPIX L23 has conveniently placed control buttons and helpful automatic technology for effortless shooting.

NIKKOR wide-angle 5x zoom lens

The COOLPIX L23 offers outstanding precision and sharp resolution. (35mm equivalent: 28-140mm).

Skin softening adjusts uneven skin tones on people's faces for smoother looking skin.

10.1 megapixel CCD image sensor

The COOLPIX L23 lets you capture outstandingly detailed images and produce stunningly sharp enlargements.

3x anti-blur

Automatically counters blurred images in three different ways. Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) reduces the effect of camera shake. Motion detection compensates for camera and subject movement. Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically selects the sharpest of up to 10 sequential shots.

Smart portrait system

Advanced automatic features for perfect portraits. Smile Timer takes the shot when your chosen subject smiles. Blink Proof alerts you when someone had their eyes closed. Skin softening adjusts uneven skin tones on people's faces for smoother looking skin. In-camera Red-eye Fix corrects false eye colour due to flash the instant you take the shot.

The COOLPIX L23 easy auto mode optimises all camera settings according to the light you are shooting in.

EXPEED C2

The original EXPEED image processing system incorporated all of the accumulated expertise and technologies developed throughout Nikon's long history. Now, the latest evolution of Nikon's renowned system, EXPEED C2, expands the possibilities of photography even further, with enhanced movie recording, high-sensitivity performance and maximum image quality. EXPEED C2 maximises sensor performance for clear, life-like images that exhibit vivid colours, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations for outstanding photos and movies.

Easy Auto mode

The COOLPIX L23 easy auto mode optimises all camera settings according to the light you are shooting in.

Scene Auto Selector

Nikon's Scene Auto Selector provides quick, carefree picture-taking in a variety of situations by determining the subject and surrounding conditions, and then automatically selecting the appropriate scene mode for the shot.

Automatically optimise settings for popular photographic styles, effects and locations.

Powered by two AA-size batteries

Making it easy to replenish your camera's power source, no matter where you are.

17 scene modes

Automatically optimise settings for popular photographic styles, effects and locations.

Nikon my Picturetown

You can now back-up your images safely and securely using my Picturetown (www.mypicturetown.com), the free online digital photo storage and sharing service brought to you by Nikon. Easily share photo memories with friends and organise precious memories into online collections. You get 2GB of space free to use for storing thousands of memories and you can upgrade your membership to Gold Account at any time if you need to store more pictures.

Product Description

• 10.0 megapixel resolution lets you capture outstandingly detailed images that are suitable for printing complete
• Selectable scene modes offer optimized settings for popular photographic situations
• Easy Auto mode optimizes all camera settings according to the light you are shooting in
• 2.7 inch LCD monitor with anti-glare coating simplifies composition and playback, even in bright sunlight
• Electronic Vibration Reduction to automatically counter blurred images

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Nikon Coolpix S3100

It comes in seven striking colours from purple to blue,red to yellow. Slim enough to slip into your pocket, the slender COOLPIX S3100 is the perfect camera to capture photos and HD movie clips in style. It comes in seven striking colours from purple to blue, red to yellow, and offers a great range of smart features which will work on your behalf to make taking high quality images and capturing HD video even easier and more fun. The COOLPIX S3100 builds on the success of the COOLPIX S3000, Europe's best selling camera of 2010, offering an ultra-slim (18.4mm) body, greater zoom, improved screen brightness and HD (720p) movie recording.

Style and substance – the S3100

Packaging up great technology with ease of use, the S3100 combines a 5x wide-angle zoom NIKKOR lens with a 14 megapixel CCD image sensor to deliver outstandingly detailed shots that look stunning even when enlarged. For memories that demand more than just an image, a dedicated movie-record button makes it easy to switch instantly to filming the action. Housing Nikon's Smart Portrait system, the S3100 also ensures perfect photos even from the most camera-shy subjects, with features like Smile Timer, Blink Proof and Skin Softening to ensure everyone is smiling, no one is blinking, and everyone looks their best. Once you have the shot you want, getting creative with it could not be simpler as the camera's range of easy-to-apply filter effects lets you edit images in-camera, without needing a computer. The COOLPIX S3100 comes in seven colours: purple, red, black, blue, pink, citrus yellow and silver, to suit any taste or personality.

14 megapixel CCD image sensor lets you capture outstandingly detailed images

HD (720p) movie recording & 14 megapixel CCD image sensor

A dedicated movie-record button makes it easy to begin recording the action. 14 megapixel CCD image sensor lets you capture outstandingly detailed images, crop creatively and produce stunningly-sharp poster-size enlargements.

EXPEED C2

The original EXPEED image processing system incorporates all of the accumulated expertise and technologies developed throughout Nikon's long history. Now, the latest evolution of Nikon's renowned system, EXPEED C2, expands the possibilities of photography even further, with enhanced movie recording, high-sensitivity performance and maximum image quality. EXPEED C2 maximises sensor performance for clear, pin-sharp images with vivid colours, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations for outstanding photos and movies.

Select from the fisheye lens, miniature, selective colour, soft filter, or cross screen filter effects.

Nikon my Picturetown

You can now back-up your images safely and securely using my Picturetown (www.mypicturetown.com), the free online digital photo storage and sharing service brought to you by Nikon. Easily share photo memories with friends and organise precious memories into online collections. You get 2GB of space free to use for storing thousands of memories and you can upgrade your membership to a Gold Account at any time if you need to store more pictures.

4x anti-blur

4x anti-blur technologies automatically counter blurred images in four different ways. Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) reduces the effect of camera or hand shake. High ISO (up to 3200) light sensitivity reduces the risk of blurred images with fast-moving subjects or in low-light, without the need to use flash. Motion detection compensates for camera and subject movement. Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically selects the sharpest of up to 10 sequential shots.

Subject Tracking AF

Subject Tracking AF will keep the camera focused on a selected subject, even if it is moving around.

Skin softening adjusts uneven skin tones on people's faces for smoother looking skin

Smart portrait system

Smart portrait system: advanced automatic features for perfect portraits. Smile Timer takes the shot when your chosen subject smiles. Blink Proof alerts you when someone had their eyes closed. Skin softening adjusts uneven skin tones on people's faces for smoother looking skin. In-camera Red-eye Fix corrects false eye colour due to flash the instant you take the shot.

18 scene modes with Scene Auto Selector

18 scene modes automatically optimise settings for popular photographic styles, effects and locations. Scene Auto Selector selects the optimum Scene mode for popular photographic situations.

Retouch filter effects add creative fun

Apply creative in-camera filter effects and easily create your own original works right within the COOLPIX S3100. Select from the fisheye lens, miniature, selective colour, soft filter, or cross screen filter effects and enjoy the fun of adding a unique artistic expression to your favourite pictures.

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Panasonic Lumix FS35

Compact Digital Camera FS35 - 28mm Wide-angle 8x Optical Zoom LEICA DC Lens and 10x Intelligent Zoom. The DMC-FS35 features a 28mm wide-angle 8x optical zoom LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens (35mm camera equivalent: 28-224mm). 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 8x optical zoom lens gives you highly natural expressions from people and animals with 16.1-megapixel resolution that you can't get close. The Extra Optical Zoom extends this 8x zoom ratio to powerful 18x zoom at a resolution of 3-megapixel or less.

Technical Details

• 8x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-angle Leica DC VARIO Elmar Lens
• Advanced iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode
• 2.7" 230,000-dot Intelligent LCD
• Quick Start-up Time and Sonic Speed AF
• HD 720p Movie Recording (Motion JPEG Format)

I've owned the Panasonic Lumix FS30 Digital Camera - Black (14.1MP, 8x Optical Zoom) 2.7 inch LCD for awhile now which was the best camera I had owned, that is until now! As someone wanted to buy my FS30 from me, I thought this would give me a great opportunity to upgrade camera's and already I see just how much this camera has improved.

The camera looks extremely smart and has a very nice texture to the touch, the camera's also really light in weight and is remarkably comfortable to hold.

The contents of the box supplies:
*Panasonic FS35 Digital Camera.
*Battery Pack + Battery Case, Battery Charger & AC Mains Lead.
*USB Connection Cable.
*AV Cable.
*Hand Strap.
*CD-ROM which features Software to help run the video format, PHOTOfunSTUDIO & Operating Instructions.

The PHOTOfunStudio, ran fine with my PC which has 2GB RAM with the Operating System of Windows 7.
This program lets you copy your photos straight from your camera to your PC at a decent speed via the USB cable supplied, or you can take out your SD card and put it into a card reader *not supplied, if you wish not to use the software. It also lets you browse your photos/video, make slide-shows, edit photos/video, print pictures, copy to media devices and also an option to upload your video onto YouTube.

This camera, like most others do not come supplied with a memory card, so you will need to buy one for it.

The FS35 camera supports various memory cards ranging from: SD (8MB-2GB), SDHC (4GB-32GB) and SDXC (48GB-64GB).
Recording motion pictures will require a card that is equivalent too Class 6 or higher, personally I would recommend going all the way to a class 10 as they are fast & very reliable.

If you're wanting more quality in your SDHC cards and don't mind spending a little bit extra I would recommend Panasonic 4GB Class 10 SDHC Card (up to 22MB/s - Gold Line), however if you are wanting bigger memory and have a smaller budget I would suggest going for Transcend 8GB SDHC Class 10 Memory Card instead.

For less hassle in transfering files, I would highly recommend purchasing Integral USB 2.0 Single Slot SD Reader, they are really cheap to buy and make it more convenient to transfer the files to your PC.

To protect your camera physically, I would suggest you buy a case as you don't get one with this product; Panasonic DMW-PSS13KK Leather Case for FS Series.

If you want to buy a spare battery though, it's going to burn your pockets, you shouldn't really need one as the batteries life is decent enough, however if you're the type to take LOADS of pictures and video while being in an area you can't charge the battery, you will need to purchase this model: Panasonic DMW BCK7 Battery, you wont be able to buy a cheap make as only Panasonic's own brand will work with this camera, they ensure this is because cheap batteries may damage your camera which will void your warranty.

This camera's menu interface has been greatly improved from the FS30 model, I thought the older version was good enough but this one has made the menu even more simplistic and easy to navigate around.

Upon clicking the "Mode" button you will get five different options:

*Intelligent Auto; This option is great for those who don't want to mess with the settings, the camera will adjust it for you and the picture results are fantastic!
When using "iA" you may notice some icons in the top left corner, these range from "i-Portrait", "i-Scenery", "i-Macro", "i-Night Portrait" "i-Night Scenery" & "i-Sunset".

*Normal Picture; this options is mainly for when you want to edit the settings more to your needs.
You also have a choice to choose from two different macro modes:
"AF Macro"; This option will allow you to take pictures of things like flowers and spiders close up. The manual states the lens must be at least 5cm away from the object your taking a picture of. I also suggest not zooming in too far as the camera could find it hard to focus.
"Macro Zoom"; Same distance rules apply with this mode, basically it uses digital zoom up to 3x too get that extra close picture, but the picture quality may not be as good compared to the previous setting.

*My Scene Mode; Choose the scene setting you will be using the most, it basically makes that option turn into the one you choose for faster selecting in the future.

*Scene Mode; with options ranging from 'Portrait', 'Scenery' day or night', 'Fireworks', 'Sports' & more, you're going to get even more out of pictures!

*Motion Picture; record a video ranging from 720p HD resolution, 640x480 or 320x240.
The only downside for me is that you still can't zoom-in whilst recording video, however you can zoom in before clicking that record button to solve that problem, but do note that once recording you can't zoom back until you have stopped recording.

The range of picture settings are fantastic, here are some examples:
*Picture sizes/quality & aspect ratios (4:3 & 16:9).
*Colour mode (Normal, Natural, VIVID, Black & White, Sepia, Cool & Warm).
*Red-Eye removal, image stabilising, exposure & sensitivity.
*+ MORE!

Or if your taking a picture and need some options quickly, you can press the quick menu which will let you adjust the image stabilisation, focus mode (face or area), white balance, ISO, screen brightness or picture quality.

A new addition to the FS35 is a button named "E.Zoom", upon pressing this button it quickly zooms in by 8x or 10x optical (different for certain modes), if you press it again it will zoom in even further which also depends on what setting/mode you're using. The manual states that the furthest zoom is 18x "optical" when pressing "E.Zoom", however I've also had times when the camera states it's 22.5x instead, however do take in mind that when you're zooming past the normal zoom capability you will be forced to take the picture in 3 mega-pixels rather than the normal 16.1MP.

Now I don't know if this extra zoom is really optical or if it's actually digital, but as I've already said; the manual does state it's "optical" so we'll just have to go with the manufacturers on this one.

Overall, I am extremely pleased to purchase this camera, with the new Venus picture engine and upgraded lens, the pictures are of fantastic quality.

If your a first time buyer or even someone that is looking to upgrade from an old camera, this really is the camera for you! 

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