Panasonic Lumix FZ80 Review and 4K Video Zoom Footage Test
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Today I’m reviewing the Panasonic FZ80 super zoom camera. Now in the world of super zoom cameras, the Panasonic FZ80 is one of the few that shoots 4K video and I’ll be testing the 4k video quality in a minute. On the outside, the Panasonic FZ80 has a very familiar Panasonic look to it. It’s equipped with a 60X zoom lens that can be zoomed in and out using the toggle button that surrounds the shutter button. The controls on the top of the camera are also very familiar for anyone who has used a modern panasonic. The mode dial with on-off button is also identical to ones on cameras like the Panasonic FZ1000 and Panasonic G7. I also love the position of the movie record button which is really easy to access. The 3 inch screen on the back is bright and crisp and even works well outdoors. However, the only thing I do miss is having an articulating screen. This one is fixed, so changing screen angles to get more creative shots or even selfies and vlogs is much tougher. The menus on the Panasonic FZ80 are laid out in typical panasonic fashion and are very intuitive. The controls and buttons on the back are also neatly laid out. Another really useful feature is the camera’s electronic viewfinder. While it certainly isn’t the best viewfinder on the market, it’s very handy when shooting pictures and videos outdoors. I also love how the camera handles, thanks to it’s well-designed, deep grip. The build quality is also solid, despite the fact that it’s made mostly of plastic.The Panasonic FZ80’s battery and sd card are situated in this compartment on the bottom. I do advise getting at least a UHS Class 3 card, if you plan to record 4K video. I’ll leave links to some cards that will work with this camera, right below the video. When it comes to charging the battery, this can be done using the provided wall adapter and USB cable which plugs into the side of the camera, right next to the micro HDMi port, which can be used to connect it to a TV or monitor. When it comes to charging the battery, I always recommend getting a standalone battery charger like this one, so you can swap batteries out and charge them as needed. I’ll leave a link to one I recommend, right below the video as well. The Panasonic FZ80 can also be mounted on a tripod, and this can be pretty useful, as you’ll see when we test the video quality. The camera is also equipped with a pop-up flash, in case you plan to take photos in low light conditions. Rather surprisingly, it also comes equipped with a hot shoe mount on top.