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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28S 10.1MP Digital Camera with 18x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Panasonic
Category: Photography
List Price: $399.95
Buy New: $289.00
You Save: $110.95 (28%)
New (27) from $289.00
Rating:  20 reviews
Sales Rank: 141
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
System Memory: 50
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 270
Optical Zoom: 18
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 86.4
Minimum Focal Length: 4.8
Maximum Resolution: 10.1
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 3 x 3.5 x 4.6
MPN: DMC-FZ28 Silver
Model: DMC-FZ28 Silver
UPC: 037988988099
EAN: 0037988988099
ASIN: B001CCTPFQ
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 10.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints | | • | 18x wide-angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized zoom lens | | • | 2.7-inch high-resolution LCD screen; HD video capture | | • | Full SLR-like manual operations including aperture, shutter, program and full manual modes with Advanced Scene modes | | • | Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included) |
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Product Description
Panasonic's new DMC-FZ28 boasts a premium 27mm wide-angle LEICA lens with an 18x optical zoom, ideal for tight indoor shots and long-distance action photos. The 10.1 megapixel digital camera also features an enhanced Intelligent Auto Mode (iA), with the new AF (auto focus) Tracking function, making it easier for photographers at any level to shoot sharp, well-focused photos, even when the subject is moving -- making it ideal for action shots.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 15 more reviews...
 I do not understand all the great reviews! January 4, 2009
Tracy (Albuquerque, NM)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
OK, so I do not quite understand the 5 stars everyone has given. I bought this camera because I wanted to take pictures of my four boys and I read almost all of the great reviews. I am not a professional photographer. I am just a mom who wants to take great pictures of my kids. I also happen to teach technology to elementary kids (K-5) and we do a lot of projects with digital cameras (we primarily use Canons, but I saw these great reviews). I have been searching for a camera for personal use and I did not want to take the plunge into the DSLR cameras. I guess I will have to. This camera takes fuzzy pictures no matter what setting I am on. It is so frustrating! I would say if you are taking pics of subjects that do not move at all (ie. they do not breathe) then this could be the camera for you. If not, don't waste your time or money. This camera will not work for you. Also, if you are into outdoor photography, then this could possibly work, but indoor pics are horrible and grainy. If you are a parent who wants pictures of your kids, do not buy this camera!
 What gives on price? January 4, 2009
S. Cheshier (Atlanta, GA USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This item: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28S 10.1MP Digital Camera with 18x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver) has gone up $40 in price just in the last 3 weeks. It was $279.99 just before Christmas when I had hoped to get it as a gift. I assumed that I could buy it just after Christmas (naively thinking it might even go on sale) only to find it then listed at $309.99. That was 3 days ago and I looked at it today and it is now $319.99. I guess I had better hurry up and buy it or it might be $500! Is it so popular in this economy that the price has to escalate by 15% in several weeks? I was down to this camera and the Nikon equivalent. This price escalation for the Panasonic makes the Nikon look much more buyable.
Wouldn't Trade It For Anything Else! December 29, 2008
J. Stambaugh (Hanover, PA , "The Snack Food Capital of the World")
I've had the FZ28 for about a month and a half now, and i take it everywhere! it iA feature suits most situations perfectly, but, it's user-friendly enough to allow for my still-learning-self to experiment when i want without getting overly frustrated.
it takes crystal clear HD video, as well.
the only complaint, occasionally, the Flash washes out pictures. but, only occasionally, and that may very well be my own fault.
if you purchase this camera, you'll be pleased.
I love this camera !! December 22, 2008
Music Man (Tennessee)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I am a hobby photographer , especially of flowers and nature, so , I was looking for a camera with excellant macro & zoom.
I researched all the internet reviews and also read the reviews here at Amazon. There are almost 100 reviews for the FZ28 black model, same camera, just a different color & the silver model has a lower price !! There are also some great pics to look at on the Amazon reviews.
Based on my findings I bought this camera, and love it !! I first thought it was going to be hard to operate , but a short once over with the manual while the battery was charging (about 2 hours), I was ready to take pics. I was very pleased with the shots...no red eye in a close up portrait, natural skin tones. White flowers did great ,no flash wash out. Zoom was fanatastic. Face detection great ! Picture from a distance in a dimly lit room was great. This camera can make you look like a pro at taking pics !
I was always a AA battery fan but after seeing my friend's similar style Kodak camera eat them after only a few shots, I am glad this camera had the litium ion and charger. I ordered a spare that was recommended on the reviews.
I look forward to learning more about what this camera can do from a camera geek friend of mine who is anxious to see it after sending them some shots I took. Great camera for a hobby photographer !
Photos & beyond December 16, 2008
K. Carvalho (CA, USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This Camera is just a fun machine. It is loaded with tons of fearutes of which I liked the most are iA mode, face detection, Ultrazoom lense (18x at 10MP and the lense power can be increased by adjusting to different picture resolutions *excellent feature*) and the video shooting mode.
DMC-FZ28 is powered with the newly developed Venus Engine IV that supports a faster response time enabling the camera to shoot and reload quickly for the next shot. (Cannot expect the responsiveness of a DSLR though..)
The Video capabilities are just amazing, accept for the length of the clip that restricts it to 2GB in HD mode. (that's acceptable for a P&S camera).Another interesting feature in this camera is that you can zoom in and out while shooting a video clip.
The still picture quality degrages at higher ISO settings but it still holds good amount details at reduced picture size.
Panasonic has tried their best to pack as many fearures as possible for a P&S into this model. But the camera lacks the outer feel. The buttons gets a cheap feel compared to the other competitors like Nikon P80, Sony H50 and the Canons. But if you just care for quality photos and ignore the aesthetic aspects this camera is definitely a best buy.
Although I am not an expert in cameras or its technicalities, but photography is my hobby and I found this camera just the right thing to choose off the lot.
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