Lumix DMC-FZ40 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 24x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD - Black (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

The Panasonic DMC-FZ40 is a 14.1-megapixel hybrid digital compact camera that combines a powerful optical zoom and creative options including manual operation. The newly developed LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens in the DMC-FZ40 extends its optical zoom range from 25mm to 24x, 600mm equivalent. The manual control of FZ40 elevates the operability even higher with the incorporation of new jog dial. A focus button lets users change its settings quickly according to the shooting condition. Users can enjoy creative shooting not only in photo but also in movie, utilizing a host of options including Creative Movie mode and My Color mode. The DMC-FZ40 is capable of recording high quality HD Movie in AVCHD Lite. The AVCHD Lite feature almost doubles the recording time in HD quality compared with the conventional Motion JPEG and excels in the compatibility with TV and other AV equipment. The picture quality is greatly enhanced thanks to the Intelligent Resolution technology. The DMC-FZ40 also features Dolby Digital Creator to record high quality audio. Sensor - 1/2.33-inch / 14.5 Total MP / 14.1 MP Effective Lens - LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT Optical Zoom - 24x OIS - Power O.I.S. Focal Length - f=4.5-108mm (25-600mm in 35mm equiv.) LCD - 3.0 TFT Touch Screen LCD Display Media - SD/SDHC/SDXC File Format - JPEG, AVCHD Lite, QuickTime Motion JPEG Still Image - Up to 4 - 3 4320x3240(14M) / 16 - 9 4320x2432 (9M) Motion Picture - Up to VGA - 640 x 480 pixels Motion JPEG, 30fps / WVGA - 848 x 480 pixels Motion JPEG, 30 fps / 1280x720 pixels,60p(CCD output is 30p) AVCHD Lite Interface - AV Out, mini HDMI, USB 2.0 Power - Li-ion Battery Dimensions (WxHxD) - 4.74 x 3.14 x 3.62 in. Weight - 1.10 lbs.