A potelyt.com – Photography & Imaging Resources
ad

When you use links on apotelyt.com to buy products,
the site may earn a commission.

PW

Panasonic FZ200 PDF User Manual

Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Panasonic makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the FZ200 offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.

That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.

Also, you might want to check out the video tutorial on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 below.

camera

In any case, the FZ200 is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This fixed lens compact camera was announced on July 18th, 2012, which means that, as of today, the camera is 4450 days old (young?). The camera has meanwhile been discontinued and was succeeded by the Panasonic FZ300 as a replacement in the same line of cameras.

ad

Panasonic's advanced owner manual for the FZ200

The camera's advanced owner manual is 220 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the FZ200 is included towards the bottom of this webpage.

Don't forget to bookmark this page for future reference (Ctrl-Shift-D on a Windows PC; Cmd-Shift-D on a Mac). Happy browsing!

Click on the button below to download the pdf version of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 manual to your computer. The file will open in a new browser window.

Download the Manual

If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Panasonic's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.

Printed, hardcopy versions of the Panasonic FZ200 manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.

amazon.com ebay.com

ad

Video tutorial for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200

Perhaps instead of reading through a manual or operations guide, you might prefer to better familiarize yourself with your FZ200 by watching a video tutorial. It can notably help to quickly get to know the key functions and to set up your camera according to your particular preferences and needs.

Once again, the Panasonic FZ200 is a sophisticated imaging tool and not exploiting its capabilities to the full would be a pity. Hence, taking the time to study online information material or to read through a well-written camera guide book is highly recommended to make the most of your purchase.

Find FZ200 guide book at
amazon.com

Panasonic FZ200 FAQ

Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the FZ200.

What technology is the imaging sensor in the Panasonic FZ200 based on?

The camera has a BSI-CMOS (Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor at its core.

Which image processing chip is used in the Panasonic FZ200 to convert the raw signal into an image file and perform noise reduction and image sharpening?

Panasonic equipped the FZ200 with the Venus VII FHD image processor.

What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Panasonic FZ200?

The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 3200.

Does the Panasonic FZ200 have a selfie-friendly screen?

Yes, the LCD-screen of the FZ200 is flexible and can be turned to be front-facing for capturing selfies.

How do I find the shutter count on my Panasonic FZ200?

Panasonic embeds the number of shutter actuations in hidden menus. You can check the number of shots that your FZ200 has taken up to now by carefully following the steps described on the Panasonic FZ200 shutter count page.

Does the Panasonic FZ200 feature an autofocus assist light?

Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.

Does the Panasonic FZ200 support the Ultra High Speed (UHS) bus interface for SD cards?

Yes, the camera can indeed use UHS-I cards (data transfer speed of up to 104 MB/s).

Which battery does the Panasonic FZ200 use?

The camera gets its power from the Panasonic DMW-BLC12 (here at amazon), which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.

ad

Further reading

How does the FZ200 stack up against available alternatives? In case you are interested in seeing how this camera compares to another one, just make a corresponding selection in the search boxes below. There is also a set of direct links to comparison reviews that other users of the CAM-parator app explored.

~
    loader
    ad

    Core camera specifications

    Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200.

    Specifications Summary
    Camera Model Panasonic FZ200
    Camera Type Fixed lens compact camera
    Camera Lens 25-600mm f/2.8
    Launch Date July 2012
    Launch Price USD 599
    Sensor Specs
    Sensor Technology BSI-CMOS
    Sensor Format 1/2.3" Sensor
    Sensor Size 6.17 x 4.55 mm
    Sensor Area 28 mm2
    Sensor Diagonal 7.7 mm
    Crop Factor 5.6x
    Sensor Resolution 12 Megapixels
    Image Resolution 4 000 x 3 000 pixels
    Pixel Pitch 1.53 μm
    Pixel Density 42.74 MP/cm2
    Moiré control no AA filter
    Movie Capability 1080/60p Video
    ISO Setting 100 - 3 200 ISO
    ISO Boost 100 - 6 400 ISO
    Image Processor Venus VII FHD
    DXO Sensor Quality (score) 37
    DXO Color Depth (bits) 19.1
    DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 10.8
    DXO Low Light (ISO) 114
    Screen Specs
    Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder
    Viewfinder Field of View 100%
    Viewfinder Magnification 0.46x
    Viewfinder Resolution 1312k dots
    Top-Level Screen no Top Display
    LCD Framing Live View
    LCD Size 3.0 inch
    LCD Resolution 460k dots
    LCD Attachment Swivel screen
    V-logging Friendliness Front-flip possible
    Touch Input No touchscreen
    Shooting Specs
    Focus System Contrast-detect AF
    Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking Feature
    Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000s
    Continuous Shooting 12 shutter flaps/s
    Silent Shootingno E-Shutter
    Time Lapse Photographyno Intervalometer
    Fill Flash Built-in Flash
    Storage Medium SDXC cards
    Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot
    UHS card support UHS-I
    Connectivity Specs
    External Flash Hotshoe
    USB Connector USB 2.0
    HDMI Port mini HDMI
    Microphone Port External MIC port
    Wifi Support no Wifi
    Body Specs
    Battery Type Panasonic DMW-BLC12 power pack
    Battery Life (CIPA)540 shots per charge
    Body Dimensions 125 x 87 x 110 mm
    (4.9 x 3.4 x 4.3 in)
    Camera Weight 588 g (20.7 oz)

    Did you notice an error on this page? If so, please get in touch, so that we can correct the information.

    You are here Home  »  Panasonic FZ200 Review  »  Panasonic FZ200 User Manual