Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 12.1MP Digital Camera with 4.6x POWER Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-inch LCD (Silver)

by Panasonic

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 2.4 x 0.8 inches ; 4.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B002IKLJRS
• Item model number: DMC-FP8P-S
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,182 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 27, 2009

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 digital camera pursues excellence in both design and function. The Lumix FP8, with 12.1 megapixels, features a high-quality 28mm wide-angle, 4.6x Leica DC lens with folding optics--encased in a futuristic-looking stylish body.

In addition to its unique design, the FP8 also features advanced functions including high-speed Auto Focus (AF) and Panasonic’s Intelligent Auto (iA) suite of technologies. With a fast AF, combined with a high-speed start-up of only 0.95 seconds, the FP8’s fast response catches even the most fleeting shots. Panasonic’s iA, a popular feature on Lumix cameras, now includes POWER Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) which features double the repression power compared to the previous image stabilization system, MEGA O.I.S. The hand-shake generated when pressing the shutter button, or when shooting at night with a slow shutter speed, is significantly minimized by the improved POWER O.I.S. to help reduce blurry photos.

The FP8’s design has intricate detailing which features blue LED cursor buttons that glow when pressed, and its centered back panel gives it an overall ultra-modern and unique look. Additionally, the 2.7-inch large Intelligent LCD offers a dynamic and clear view of the scenes and subjects being photographed. In the Face Recognition mode, up to three people can be simultaneously recognized to show their names on the monitor once registered. Additionally, the powerful battery life of the highly energy-efficient image processing LSI, Venus Engine V, allows users to take approximately 380 pictures.

Capture crisp, clear night scenes
The foldable optics in this 28mm wide-angle lens with 4.6x optical zoom enables the FP8's flat, slim design. Plus, the superb image rendering of the Leica DC lens teams up with the double* corrective power of the new Power O.I.S. to clearly capture subjects even in dimly lit areas where hand-shake often occurs.
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High-speed performance lets you shoot anytime you want
Enjoy high-speed 0.95-second start-ups, AF speeds of approximately 0.3 second, and up to five consecutive shots at 2.3 frames per second with full resolution. You can also take up to 380 photos with a single battery charge (CIPA). This comfortable level of performance lets you capture even the most fleeting shutter chances.

Switch to iA mode with a single press of the button
Simply switch to iA mode, and leave everything up to the camera. It automatically selects the best of six scene modes to match your subject, and corrects any blurring, focus or brightness problems, so you get beautiful photos every time.

Illuminated buttons look cool and brighten up operation
The back of the camera has cool-looking illuminated buttons that help you to avoid operating mistakes even when shooting in dimly lit places.

Additional Features

• HD Movies with VIERA Link Networking: Records dynamic HD motion pictures in 1280 x 720p at a smooth 30 fps, in addition to WVGA (848 x 480) and normal VGA (640 x 480). With HD component output capability, the user can enjoy watching photos and video in stunning HD quality by simply connecting the camera to a television via an optional component cable (DMW-HDC2).
• Scene Modes: Twenty-seven scene modes are available with the FP8, including the High Dynamic mode which helps to capture a scene with moderate exposure, even though the scene may contain both bright and dark areas together.
• PHOTOfunSTUDIO 4.0: Included with the FP8, this software allows users to view, edit and archive captured photos and videos with greater ease. The new PHOTOfunSTUDIO 4.0 features dramatic speed-up of operation and also allows users to store and sort for photos by a specific, recognized face in the image.

Product Description

Showcase your style and artistic sense with an advanced compact camera and POWER O.I.S. The foldable optics in this 28mm wide-angle lens with 4.6x optical zoom enables the FP8's flat, slim design. Plus, the superb image rendering of the Leica DC lens teams up with the double corrective power of the new POWER O.I.S. to clearly capture subjects even in dimly lit areas where hand-shake often occurs.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love It!, May 24, 2010

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D. Hausman (Washington DC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 12.1MP Digital Camera with 4.6x POWER Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-inch LCD (Silver) (Electronics)

I owned a previous Panasonic Lumix camera. It was too big and bulky. I bought this one because it was a top rated pick at Consumer Reports. I am very happy. This has some of the same features and functionality of my previous model improved. It is easy to use. Very quick pictures. Small and easy to put in youp pocket. I love the intelligent auto feature. I would recommend this camera.

4.0 out of 5 stars Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8, December 31, 2010

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Lori - See all my reviews

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I've had it about a month now and I really like this camera. It has a lot of features that I need to learn to use but, it's a great camera.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good little camera, September 10, 2010

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Shadow (WI USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 12.1MP Digital Camera with 4.6x POWER Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-inch LCD (Silver) (Electronics)

This Panasonic camera is a good little camera. It is relatively easy to use and has a host of advanced features that I never intend to use, at this time anyway. Before buying the camera I read many reviews online. The primary concern that the online reviews had, and that I noticed when I use the camera is that the picture quality in the "intelligent auto" mode is not as good as some other cameras. What I did, as recommended by the web reviews, was to adjust the normal picture mode to be at 800 ISO or lower. Since it is very easy to switch between the "intelligent auto mode" and the "normal mode", I will switch between the modes as I deem necessary. It is not perfect but it is very good.