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Lumix FZ300

Weather-resistant bridge camera with constant f/2.8 25-600mm equivalent Leica zoom and 4K video.

$599

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Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

12.1 MP

Sensor

6.17 x 4.55 mm

ISO max

6,400

Burst

60 fps

4K

30 fps

IBIS

No

Weight

691 g

Battery

380 shots

Sensor size

Panasonic Lumix FZ300

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

Body size

Panasonic Lumix FZ300

132 × 92 × 117 mm

691 g (1.52 lb / 24.37 oz)

132 × 92 × 117 mm · 691 g (1.52 lb / 24.37 oz)

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Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
  • · Fully articulating screen helps with creative angles

Sports & Action

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 60fps burst — pro-level action capture
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor sports

Video & Hybrid

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · 4K recording
  • · Log profile (None) for grading latitude

Landscape

Limited
1.5/ 10
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions

Travel

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · 691g — manageable for travel
  • · Weather sealed for varied conditions

Wildlife

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · 60fps burst captures fleeting moments
  • · Animal subject recognition

Vlogging

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming
  • · Eye AF locks on you while filming

Pros

  • ✓ Constant f/2.8 24x zoom
  • ✓ Weather resistant
  • ✓ 4K video
  • ✓ Great reach

Cons

  • – Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
  • – 12MP
  • – Bridge-camera bulk

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Panasonic Lumix FZ300

Sensor

Resolution12.1 MP
Sensor type1/2.3-inch High Sensitivity MOS
Sensor size6.17 x 4.55 mm
AA filterNo

Processor

ProcessorVenus Engine

ISO

ISO min (native)100
ISO max (native)6,400
ISO max (expanded)6,400

Shutter

Shutter typeFocal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed1/16000 sec

Autofocus

AF systemContrast AF with DFD technology
AF points / zones49
AF frame coverage100 %
AF low-light limit-3 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal / bird AFYes
Subject recognitionHuman, Face, Eye, Animal

Burst

Burst (mechanical)12 fps
Burst (electronic)60 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseNo
RAW buffer depth20 frames

Video

Max resolution4K
4K max frame rate30 fps
Max video bit rate100 Mbps
Internal RAW videoNo
Log profileNone
CodecsH.264, MP4, AVCHD

Stabilization

In-body stabilizationNo
IBIS effectiveness0 stops

Body

Weight691 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)131.6 × 91.5 × 117.1 mm
Weather sealingYes

Battery

BatteryDMW-BLC12E
Battery life (CIPA)380 shots

Storage

Card slots1
Card typesSD UHS-I

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeOLED Live View Finder
EVF resolution1,440,000 dots
EVF magnification0.7 ×
EVF refresh rate60 Hz

LCD

LCD size3 in
LCD typeFully articulating
TouchscreenYes

Connectivity

USBMicro USB 2.0
HDMIMicro HDMI (Type D)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardIEEE 802.11b/g/n
BluetoothNo
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)No

Lens Mount

Lens mountFixed lens