The Panasonic Lumix FZ300/330 Beginners Guide - Pilot Episode

[@stevef7395]

Awesome series, no silly comics, irritating music and very informational. Thank you!

[@frederikdecoene8860]

I just bought the FZ300 (in 2024) as my FZ200 finally decided il was time to retire. I felt quite lost on how to use this new caméra, but then I discovered your channel on You Tube. Thank you so much, it has been really helpfull, and way easier than if I had done it by myself.

[@wausaurocket6240]

Can I tell you how thankful I am for your video? I think the greatest invention of the 21st century is KZbin, and things like these are why. I just unboxed my camera earlier today, and although I watched this video several times in anticipation, I just watched it again, but this time able to go thru my camera settings. Looking forward for the rest, and I think I'm going to try and take a photography class. I agree with others comments that your delivery and teaching style is easy to listen to, and easy to follow. Very patient delivery and you don't make anyone feel dumb for not knowing these things. I can't wait to learn more features and get some use out if it now!

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Thank you very much for this encouraging comment - really appreciated

[@dpollock333]

Just wanted to say that you do a great job. You have a gentle and kind way about you that makes you easy to listen to, and easy to like. Keep doing what you're doing!

[@KOVONNIMUSIC]

I'm so happy!!! I bought this camera about a month ago, and have so many questions and so many things I don't understand crealry, just learn how to use this camera. Thank you so much for the videos !!!

[@GB0711]

Bought my FZ330 last week after selling my old Nikon DSLR so thought I’d better find some sort of manual for it and happened upon this. Well, I thought, I’ve been using digital cameras for many years, what on earth is Mr Houghton going to teach me that I don’t already know? Three minutes into first episode…. reset brain to factory settings, resolve to just do what Graham tells me. This is a very different camera from anything I’ve had before and even going through the basics has taught me a whole new approach. Thanks Graham, I look forward to further episodes and will order the book.

[@franciscusvandermaat]

FZ300 is my first feature rich camera. Had it over two years now and still learning new features on a regular basis. Finding out more and more what a great camera it is. It's been a great learning experience. Looking forward to following your series on the camera. Your intitial review convinced me that this was the right camera for me. I mostly focus on video, but been getting more and more interesting in and enjoyment from photography as well.

[@SuperEverton66]

Purchased a FZ330 when I retired a couple of months ago, been using it since but with a plethora of information to digest, your tutorial has at least given me a datum point. Onwards ans upwards.......thanks Graham.

[@AnnRicci]

I finally took the time to sit with my camera and watch you ... you ROCK !!!

[@benjaminallard3232]

Absolutely perfectly explained for us 'not so tech savvy minded' people. This is my first proper camera (fz330) stumbled across this video and it has helped massively. I have Autism and ADHD and this is my next hyper focus adventure. Would love to hear about any accessories you recommend for this camera to 😊 thank you.

[@alexwintermeyer2265]

I know I'm late, but i want to thank you for this series. You are a wonderful person.

[@ungavaproductions]

Excellent presentation. A step by step setting that I appreciate. Very good job Sir, thanks for sharing so generously

[@martynsmith7647]

I took delivery of my FZ330 yesterday and I'm already loving it. In addition to that, I came across your tutorials a few days back, what a bonus! I've just followed the 'Beginners Guide - Pilot Episode', and I found it to be very useful indeed. Clearly explained, at a good pace, and very informative. I think I'm going to find your guides very useful, and I'm sure they'll help me to get to know the camera better, and therefore take better images. So, thank you very much!

[@ted356]

I’m actually considering buying a used FZ300,based on watching videos on KZbin. Thank you for your dedication to creating quality content,

[@eileenmaher157]

Great that I found you. Even a complete novice with camera with the help of your videos will surely help me. This first video I didn’t get lost with the instructions. Yay

[@antsy_does]

I was about to send the camera back to Amazon because I was so frustrated with the complicated, extensive menu & buttons (plus, the "manual" included with the camera isn't worth the paper it's printed on), but I'm glad I found your videos now. It's all starting to make sense !!!

[@harrykorver9690]

Great mr Houghton, just bought my FZ 300 last week after watching your vids of the 200 series. A specific series for the newer version wil be a great help in getting started using it!

[@joannamclucas9655]

Just got my FZ300 today. Watched your video, got it out and have used it for the first time without stress. Thanks!

[@KathyGovett]

What a really helpful and uncomplicated series of tutorials for a complete novice like me. Like others I had no idea about what the terminology meant or how to apply functions. I will be using all the series repeatedly. Thank you so much.

[@jonny6764]

Graham, if you don't work on commission for Panasonic you should because your tutorials are second to none, and you are very good at selling the benefits of Panasonic Cameras, and unmatched on your attention to detail ! After much deliberation between buying my next digital, it has come down to the FZ82 and the dated FZ330. Following your tutorials and those of a few others on KZbin, I now realise that the 330, even in 2019 & despite only being 12K pixels, is still one of the best value cameras to learn and develop digital picture & video skills. Thank you for taking so much time to inform many old school 'photographers' on the need to spend LESS to get up to date with digital [previously no exp or skills required photography] techniques that bring back the skill and ability of days gone by. At least the future is brighter than 'point & shoot' for the dumbed down. You are actually doing this art a service, and now I actually find a true reason once again to get interested in a hobby that many years ago I found so satisfying.

[@christianwinterhalter5277]

Hello Graham! I bought that camera two weeks ago. I am french and there is no user's guide available in french with the quality and details you provide. Thank you so much for your help in the best use of the camera. I learn a lot and I am excited by taking good pictures in the future. You do a top job👍

[@sandindia]

How gentlemanly, and what a pleasure to follow you! Thank you!

[@peacefuldonkey29]

I am so happy to find this series! I have had this camera for a couple of years, and am still completely lost! Excited to learn from you! Thank you!!!

[@villamigelitaecolodge5008]

I am so lost also

[@samanthapriestley2701]

Thanks, Graham. I've had the camera since Christmas but felt too overwhelmed by its complexity to use it much, and altered some settings to try to shoot the Aurora recently. Whatever I did (which didn't work anyway!), the camera stopped focussing so I've reset to factory settings and hope to learn a lot from these videos. An excellently paced video, ideal for the beginner, great teaching style.

[@JimPryde]

Good evening, Graham. I just discovered your channel and site after purchasing the FZ300. My son is starting high school marching band, and I noticed during the first game that my iPhone was not going to provide the quality of pictures we want to keep. I'll be going through your tutorials with great interest as I step up to this more advanced camera. Thank you so much for such exhaustive content! I look forward to learning how to use this camera to capture my son's experiences in high school!

[@trayvaneijk301]

Im so glad i found this video my husband bought me this camera for christmas . Ive used it a couple of times but now i want to use it more .this vieo has,really helped and in a way i can easily understand keep up the good work ❤😊

[@joonyer77]

Dude, I'm a total noob. Moving up from a cell phone camera. You make this easy to understand. Thank you.

[@deeannbarteau4349]

Thank you!!!! I've owned this camera for a year and haven't known how to begin to work it. Your video was very easy to follow. I look forward to watching and learning more from you. Once I feel like I understand the basics I'll be buying your book!

[@powernab8457]

Dear Graham, thank you so much for these Beginners Guide to the FZ330. I have bought one and can't wait to try it out and to see if I will be any good at being a photographer. Even if I'm rubbish at it, I'm still glad I bought the camera and following your course will be good education. Kind regards to you. I'm learning already!

[@robertschoonhoven2131]

Thank you Mr. Houghton for these videos. I just bought a Lumix FZ300 and was trying to figure out all the buttons. I have been watching you tube videos trying to find help. Then I came upon yours and they are a great help. This is the first one I have watch but I am going to go thru all of them. Thanks again. Great job!

[@joeframo3347]

Hello Graham I'm watching you reset the fz300 and going through the settings to get the best quality picture wow there's a lot to it you're pure genius when it comes to cameras thank you again my friend God bless from Atlanta Georgia in the USA

[@denisefikes2154]

I just received my new FZ300 in the mail today!! I am so excited to get started with it. After watching this first video, I am very confident that you will help me to get the absolute most out of this camera that I can. I've been learning about iphone photography for the past year and really loving it, but am now ready to take the first steps towards more control and potential of my photography! Thanks so much for making this series!

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Thank you for the comment, enjoy the series and your new camera.

[@Lizerator]

Thanks Graham for all the videos that you have made over the years about these wonderful bridge cameras. I'm a fan!

[@tonydialsr7190]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I purchased the camera ,and I am learning how to get the most out of this fantastic piece of equipment. Please keep doing your work . Thanks

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christopheroflaherty]

Thank you Graham. I have your book and its great but nothing beats your videos, Chris.

[@AnnRicci]

I just watched and this is EXACTLY what I need. You are an answer to prayer !!!! I have had my camera for little more than a year and I mostly do youtube and teaching videos .....Looking forward to your next segment ..... and I did purchase your book on AMAZON and do refer to it quite a bit. I have notes in the margins and have highlighted what I think is important (to me). I appreciate YOU .......

[@joeret2896]

Thank you Sir I subscribed and bought this camera after many days of research. I bought the camera because of budget and weather resistance, weight and size for hiking. Looking forward to this series!

[@davidconnolly6619]

I have started following your FZ300 tutorial. Thank you very much! I wish I had this kind of resource for the OM-D E-M1 I have been using for many years.

[@David-xl9cp]

A very quick way to understand the options available and where to find them, thank you very much

[@robertkovacs4138]

Dear friend! I am Róbert Kovács from Hungary. I would like to thank you for this clear and easy to follow presentation. Now I'm writing my first comment on my life because the video was so self-supporting. I've learned a lot and I hope it will continue. I want to know more about my camera because I love to take photos and video. Please share more of these videos.

[@themantheycouldntrootshoot7985]

Brilliant Graham, I've learnt so much more in 17 minutes than mucking around myself for 24 months. Thanks

[@qadirsyedg.3970]

As I am buying a FZ300, this is a fantastic lesson and easy to understand, while setting I can tke help of it again.

[@stuleslie4569]

Just found this vlog series after buying a new FZ300. Thanks Graham. I've replaced a DMC-LZ20 that wasn't up to sports photography as much as I hoped. I'll be following along at home hoping you answer all my sports settings. Cheers.

[@johnverhoeckx899]

Thanks so much for all this! In advance I planned to buy the FZ1000, now it is the FZ300. I really appreciate your videos!

[@kocan98]

Dear Sir, your channel is a real gold mine... keep up the good work!

[@imCobiwan]

Fantastuc stuff man. Just got the camera, came with you book. I have become much more comfortable learning by video lessons and look forward to adsorbing your content. Thanks for doing this!

[@martinthevegFFC]

Phew ! I hope I'm not in too deep with my new, first camera, it all looks rather daunting. I have your instruction book arriving today to help me.

[@RickRose]

Considering purchasing one of these---excellent demonstration of what the camera has to offer. Thank you!

[@IRRACIER]

Thanks alot Graham clear concise videos even someone like me that hasn't used a real camera for years is able to follow along with you cheers m8

[@patriciaecampbell372]

Thank you! I really appreciate the information!! This is my 1st bridge camera. I'm very excited about it, but I'm having a very hard time understanding all the new to me terminology and functions! This video was a helpful start! I intend to watch more of your videos to continue learning.

[@rainbowzimbo1258]

Thank you Graham for this series - I began it several months ago but life got busy with heaps of travelling so am now getting reacquainted with my camera yet again.

[@N0Limbo]

Great video Graham! Finally I got the FZ300 for my wife and your guide helps a lot when teaching the functions of this camera. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge with us!

[@robertsturdy2130]

A wonderful tutorial Graham. I've been away from photography for quite some time and just purchased a preloved FZ330 with no manual, so your video series will be - and already is a god send. Thank you so much. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@mikebuccola672]

You produced the best video on how to use & customize the FZ-300. I watched them all before I bought the camera & that convinced me to make the purchase. You provide valuable insight on how to use this feature-packed camera. This is my 3rd Bridge camera and 2nd Lumix so I'm somewhat familiar with the operations. I will be using it while hiking for landscape photography. I plan on buying your color book also. Thanks Graham for a job well done!

[@TheFoodExperience]

Just got this camera. A couple things attracted me. External mic, 4k video and all the manual settings. I have a Canon M50 with a kit lense and wanted better zoom without having to purchase an expensive lens. With all that considered and the price just under $500 here in the states I figured it would be a good idea to grab. So far this tutorial is great and well explained. Thanks a bunch for the tutorial vids. Also just subbed to your channel.

[@lindareynolds6323]

Thank you so much for your wonderful informational videos on this camera. If I had not found you here on u-tube I think I might have given up, but your explanations are wonderfully clear, concise and easy to follow. Very grateful. I am now optimistic about learning all the aspects of this FZ300 and generally improving my knowledge and currently limited skill.

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Thank you so much, enjoy the rest of the series for this great camera.

[@connectiondiva]

I should know a lot more than I do from having had a digital camera for years, but this FZ300 is a totally new animal. Your video has been very, very helpful. I am thankful for youtube because I can keep stopping and rewinding. :-)

[@rogerdorsett3753]

Hi Thanks for a great video I am thinking of getting this camera but was concerned about it being too complicated for a beginner. With these videos being very basic they are ideal easy to understand and informative

[@OriginalPeterPan]

Thank you for this... Please keep doing these... Total newbie to photography - purchased this camera but wow is it difficult to get settings right.

[@irsans2978]

Graham Houghton...Yes me too...just got this baby FZ300 on last Monday, very good video tutorial thanks

[@guytalmey9965]

Love this series of video's. recently bought this camera in Jan sales having never owned a camera like this before. These videos are a great tutorial for a beginner like me. i love the way you can keep coming back to them to recap stuff. Thank you Graham for answering my email regards the charger that came with my unit, i have just ordered a back up battery ( like you say in the pilot episode) for less than half the price from Panasonic. so once i get a power bank I'm all good to go for mobile charging. keep up the good work. 👍

[@Heart7Throb7]

how can we charge the camera is it possible via usb and what kind or only via special charger for only battery??

[@alanpentico2254]

Thanks, Graham! I am getting so much more from my FZ300 since I watched your videos, both series, and bought your books. It's like buying a new camera but not having to spend the money. Many thanks!

[@majistone6890]

Thanks so much for adding the new guide. I've been faithfully adhering to the earlier one, and am happy to have this more current version. I've been left in the dust regarding the newer technology, and deeply appreciate your style of instruction.

[@cheekiweeki]

You are BRILLIANT! Thank you so much - I moved from a TZ20 - I was not happy with the wind noise when videoing and the shake and less than perfect photos after only 7 years - but it did get enormous use. None of the pocket-sized PL boasted of wind blockage or an external mic shoe available. So, I ended up with the FZ300 First off it is so heavy! But I decided to persevere as the results are so good - but not easy like the TZ20 - put it back in the box - going to return - and then came on your tutorials. So, I am giving it another go......

[@heNBC]

Awesome introduction Graham! My FZ300 will be delivered on Friday. With your help I'll be confident to imitate the "Best Practices" you've revealed. I will be using the camera for video in addition to stills; I hope some of your later articles might address ay modifications to the standard setup to make video easier. Than k you!!!

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Yes video will feature in the new series, thanks for your comment

[@melvyndickson3074]

Just bought a jz300 and I am grateful for your clear explanations.

[@paulherriot8936]

Graham, your videos are informative, crisp and well produced. Well done, please keep it up....

[@robison5396]

Hi Graham Great introduction and tutorial. I've watched this ahead of me picking up the camera on Friday, just to get me started. I've ordered your guide book too, so hopefully will be well prepared going forwards. Many thanks.

[@stephenwilliams4406]

My new FZ300 will be arriving soon, so just want to say 'Thank You' for these videos and the Beginner's Guide. It's actually quite amazing to me that you'll offer this advice, so Thank You again. I've watched some of your other videos and your style is very pleasing to me. So for the 3rd time, Thank You. Steve (Did I remember the thank you???)

[@MoY206]

TY sir, you've been a tremendous help. I just bought this camera in 2024 open box at a great deal :). I look forward in watching more of your videos.😊

[@LWJCarroll]

Hi Graham, I saw an alert for this in my emails I think a few days back and finally have watched it... Many thanks as its what I need to be able to understand how to work the camera.... I bought mine a few months back having watched your other videos etc... Really pleased with it as I can do close ups, long distance, HD and 4K video on it... things I am interested in (BTW also perhaps later you can show if its capable of astro photography) Many thanks Laurie Tokoroa New Zealand

[@billthetraveler51]

Mr. Houghton. Thank you for this new series. I got the FZ300 this June. I love the pictures that I'm getting, but feel lost in the menus. As example, I have not been able to set the flash to work in daylight as a fill. Thank you again. Wonderful video as always.

[@ikbombili]

Wonderful super! Your tutorial is absolutely GREAT. Thanks, thanks, I bought this camera and didn't know how to use it. Now I slowly begin to understand and reconcile myself with it. thanks again

[@iceicegoalie-OG]

Fantastic series. This camera is a lot more fun when you know what it can do. It's very easy to follow you. Thank you so much.

[@stuartpalmer4387]

Picked up my fz330 today. Your video has been useful, I hope to learn more from you so keep up the good work. Thanks

[@blackberrypickle7651]

Just what I needed. I have had my FZ330 for over a year, and I have already learned something new about it from your video!

[@francoiseparpillon6552]

Your videos are a great help . They were a great introduction to the functioning of my new FZ300 and now they help me along the way as I come back to them after practising.... I'm looking forward to any new ones....greetings from France

[@kershyballs]

Good clear video for newbies. Thanks Graham. Please bring out next part soon.

[@submariner50]

THANK YOU, Graham. A huge help to this noobie. Best wishes from North Carolina.

[@MissElsie50]

Thank you for a great video. Just what I needed as a new user to this camera. Makes me feel much more confident taking photos. Please continue with these type of videos to help us learn to use the camera correctly.

[@k2wo1]

Thank you Graham. Your video is excellent. I just got a FZ300 and this video is perfect. George in Florida.

[@superconductorchip]

Hi Graham I'm following this video with the FZ-80/82 , keep the good work up..

[@MrPawPaw]

Superconductor Chip how are you liking the fz80? I just bought one too. I wish now Ida bought the fz300 but it doesnt seem worth selling and rebuying. The fz80 has some nice features but I havent taken any shots Id call great. Lol. I think Ill use it to learn on and wait till I know what Im doing before investing in something more. Do you know if you can use filters and those sun shades over the lense on the fz80? I seem to get some flash dots on pictures if theres a glare.

[@rubenalonsoviguerassalazar1539]

Hi. My fz300 doesn’t work very well with lowlights. Can you give some tip to it work better? Sorry, my English is not good. Thank you for the video.

[@allgoodwithme3290]

Thanks so much. Had this camera for years but didn’t know how to use it.

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Hope the series gives you a better insight into it.

[@glenisbiddle4477]

Thank you, Graham. I have your book, which has helped me a lot but it's great to have you actually teaching what to do. Glenis Biddle

[@purplevonny1]

I bought this yesterday and ordered your book. This video is exactly what I need. Thank you so much

[@yessyjane5216]

I feel so extremely grateful for the two videos you have made about this camera! Keep going ! You got the best explanations I have ever seen and I can finally use my camera properly to record my videos. Thanks !!

[@ryszardm9477]

I like the film very much because it introduces the possibilities of the camera and its menu in a gradual, logical and consistent manner. My subscription is already available. The movie is helpful for me, because I'm going to buy this camera and I am wondering if it will meet my expectations. A very good series of movies and I will be going to the next movie soon.

[@amandatorres1948]

This video was truly awesome. Thank you for taking time to create this for us, Graham.

[@GrahamHoughton12]

Thank you.

[@nigeldyer5897]

Great video Graham. Many thanks. Looking forward to the next one

[@CoreyStylesTV]

Very helpful. This is my first real camera and I’m a bit overwhelmed!

[@leebowuk]

Thanks graham for your email over the last week and the pdf Much apprciated Lee

[@bakhirun]

Graham, I would like to commend you, from one educator to another, on an excellent and most thorough presentation. You have done a great service to photographers, and having suffered the woes of hell in deciding which contemporary mid-range (aka 'bridge') camera to invest in I decided on the FZ300... which led me to your marvelous lecture / demo. You have made that which is daunting rather less so. I shall continue to follow your lecture videos and look forward to buying a book as well. Cheers from Parakansalak, West Java.

[@juanmolina2307]

thank for your tutorial it helped me a lot

[@MrThuggery]

Looking forward to the rest of them Graham! Cheers mate.

[@manny2958]

Graham, I really enjoyed this video, and followed along to set my fz300. I also order the color guide from Amazon. You always offer good information that is so appreciated. Thanks

[@GrahamHoughton12]

thanks don't forget to email for the colour pdf as well

[@louisebathersby7507]

Thank you for this super helpful video for setting up my new camera 📷 😊

[@barbaradurel9846]

Thank you so much for this video! I am going on safari and purchased this camera but can't seem to learn how to use it from the basic manual it came with. I need to use the auto settings and capture wildlife photos so I'm in search of information quickly. Your video was helpful for initial setup.

[@soupdragon12345]

Amazing, video . Got my FZ300 yesterday and found this very useful.

[@SusanMJB45]

Thank you. This is very very helpful. I am planning to upgrade from my Panasonic Lumix FZ 30 and am looking at the FZ 300 and the FZ 1000. Still trying to decide. So this series and your new series on the FZ 1000 are really helping me to get to know both cameras so that I can make a decision !!!

[@marjorieallan9936]

Although I have a Lumix G7 and not a FZ330, as the controls and settings are so similar I've found your videos the best for getting to grips with it. Can't recommend you highly enough (and try to always do my Amazon purchases via your blog link). Thanks!