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- Brand
- Panasonic
- Model
- DMC-FZ2
- Category
- Digital cameras
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- 7
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- Last added
- 2026-09-28
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Panasonic DMC-FZ28 Digital Camera Operating Instructions
This document provides operating instructions for the Panasonic DMC-FZ28 digital camera. It includes essential safety warnings regarding battery usage, environmental conditions, and equipment care to ensure safe operation and prevent damage.
The guide details procedures for preparing the camera, including charging the lithium-ion battery and setting the date/time. It explains various shooting modes such as Intelligent Auto, Program AE, and manual settings like aperture priority and shutter-priority AE. The manual also covers advanced features like flash usage, self-timer, bracketing, and specific scene modes.
Panasonic DMC-FZ2 specifications
| Effective pixels | 10,100,000 pixels |
|---|---|
| Image sensor | 1/2.33" CCD, total pixel number 10,700,000 pixels |
| Lens | Optical 18x zoom, f=4.8 mm to 86.4 mm (35 mm equivalent 27 mm‑486 mm), F2.8‑F4.4 |
| Digital zoom | Maximum 4× |
| Power source | DC 8.4 V |
| Power consumption (recording with LCD) | 1.3 W |
| ISO sensitivity | AUTO/100/200/400/800/1600 (HIGH SENS. 1600‑6400) |
| Shutter speed range | 60 s to 1/2000 s |
| LCD monitor | 2.7" TFT LCD, approx. 230,000 dots |
| Dimensions | 117.6 mm × 75.3 mm × 88.9 mm (W × H × D) |
| Mass | ≈ 370 g (without card and battery) |
All Panasonic DMC-FZ2 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
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- Panasonic DMC-FZ2 Digital Camera Operating Instructions 112 p
- Panasonic DMC-FZ20GCManual 116 p
- Panasonic DMC-FZ28GK Digital Camera User Manual 144 p
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I charge the battery?
Use the dedicated charger, connect it to an AC outlet, and attach the battery. The [CHARGE] indicator will turn green while charging and go off when charging is complete; then disconnect the charger.
What types of memory cards can be used with this camera?
The camera supports SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards, and MultiMediaCards. SDHC cards are required for capacities of 4 GB or more.
What is the maximum temperature at which the camera should not be disassembled or heated?
The manual warns against disassembling or heating the camera to more than 60 °C (140 °F).
How long should the camera be turned off and left to resolve condensation on the lens?
You should turn off the camera and leave it for approximately 2 hours until the fog disappears.
What should I do if condensation occurs in the lens or viewfinder?
Turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours until the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.
From: Panasonic DMC-FZ28 Digital Camera Operating Instructions
Where is the serial number located on the camera?
The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera.
From: Panasonic DMC-FZ28 Digital Camera Operating Instructions