Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 Digital camera

**Simond** · 01-06-2009

The defining feature of the Panasonic FZ28 is still its massive 18x zoom lens. The camera then automatically tracks the subject as it moves, keeping it in focus without the need to hold the shutter halfway down. At first glance the FZ28 looks identical to the FZ18, with a body design almost unchanged since the FZ8; in fact looking at the pictures above you’d be hard-put to spot any difference at all. The external differences are indeed very subtle. The AF Tracking technology also improves Face Detection (up to 15 faces), by providing continuous adjustment of the focus and exposure, even if the face is turned away from the camera. Most of the changes are to the camera’s automatic systems, with improved Face Detection now capable of tracking 15 faces at once; Intelligent Exposure, which helps to reduce the occurrence of black shadows and burned-out highlights; Intelligent Scene Selector, which automatically selects the correct scene mode, and Intelligent ISO Control, which as the name suggests selects the best ISO setting for the situation.

**Simond** · 01-06-2009

Features of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 Digital camera

27mm Wide Angle f/2.8 LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT Lens with 18x Optical Zoom

The DMC-FZ28 features a 27mm wide-angle Leica DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens with 18x optical zoom in a compact body. The bright, large-diameter lens with f/2.8 to 4 aperture has minimal distortion and captures images with corner-to-corner clarity. You can also take advantage of powerful 18x zoom in motion picture recording. From dynamic wide-angle shots to powerful telephotos. From macro shots with the lens as close as 1 cm from your subject to beautiful portraits with softly focused backgrounds.
Intelligent Auto Mode with AF Tracking

The iA (Intelligent Auto) mode includes MEGA O.I.S. to detect hand-shake, Intelligent ISO Control to detect subject movement, Face Detection to detect faces in the frame, Intelligent Scene Selector to detect scene conditions, Light Detection to detect the brightness level and - new to the DMC-FZ28 - AF Tracking to continually track a moving subject and keep it in focus. These six functions work automatically and simultaneously in iA Mode to optimize your settings, making it easier than ever to take beautiful photos every time.
13fps High Image Quality Mechanical Burst Shooting Mode in 3-megapixel

13fps High-Speed Burst Shooting Mode in 3 megapixel. 13fpt burst shooting allows users to easily capture subjects in motion. The DMC-FZ28 uses a mechanical shutter mechanism for its burst shooting mode, which allows users to take beautiful pictures with minimal smearing and distortion effects that is often seen when using the electronic shutter mechanism.
Full Manual Operation & Advanced Scene Mode

The joystick gives the DMC-FZ28 its intuitive and highly precise, full manual operation. Simply move the joystick vertically or horizontally to adjust the exposure and to adjust the focus during Manual focus. The joystick can be easily operated by the thumb to prevent any interruption to your shooting rhythm. This lets you smoothly optimize the settings at the exact moment you finish framing the shot, whether you are capturing the proud stance of a single magnificent flower, the gentle flow of a stream, or a bird taking flight.
1/2.33-inch 10.1megapixels CCD

The DMC-FZ28 features a developed CCD. Slightly larger than previous types, this 1/2.33-inch CCD fully supports the camera's 10.1-megapixel resolution.
Venus Engine IV up to ISO1600 at Full Resolution

Venus Engine IV uses advanced signal processing to give you even higher-quality images. It also offers a number of other improvements, including more accurate detection and better correction for its MEGA O.I.S. and Intelligent ISO Control functions. Venus Engine IV responds quickly and saves power even with full 10.1-megapixel resolution. Also, the engine splits noise into high and low frequency noise using Wavelet filter. Then it targets its noise reduction algorithms to attain high resolution and low noise even at high ISO sensitivities.