Improve Your Photography with your Panasonic FZ80/FZ82 with my Super Six Accessories (review)

Improve Your Photography with your Panasonic FZ80/FZ82 with my Super Six Accessories (review)
So you have just purchased your FZ82 (FZ80) or you want to know what to buy to help you get the best out of your camera. I've picked my six favourite accessories four of which can cost less than £20 sterling (approx $25USD) and one is even FREE!
0:00 Welcome
0:20 Introduction
0:41 Filters
3:40 Aftermarket Batteries and Charger
4:32 Lens Hoods
5:40 Panasonic Image App
6:28 Rycote Micro Wind Jammers
8:00 Raynox DCR 250
This is not a sponsored video - all the items within it are those I have purchased myself and have found useful. There are no affiliate links in this video. If you have found this video useful please subscribe to the channel.
Panasonic Image App link for Android users:
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.panasonic.avc.cng.imageapp&hl=en_GB
Panasonic Image app link for I phone users:
apps.apple.com/gb/app/panasonic-image-app/id590212732
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[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

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[@_Desiree]

EXTREMELY helpful tips, tricks, and suggestions!! THANK YOU!!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Glad you found it useful.

[@johnthefinn]

Some handy tips here. I love your simple way of reducing motor noise in videos - might take years to discover that for myself!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching John, I'm glad you have found it useful.

[@mostafaomeis2994]

Thank you Andrew for all your tips on using this camera. Recently bought it as a beginner and this has helped me immensely.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching and your kind words Mostafa. I am pleased you find my videos useful. Enjoy your camera.

[@johnnygorner3220]

Recently bought this camera for trips to coast etc. Great presentation and thanks for the tip lifting the flash up 👍

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

No worries Johnny, glad to be of help.

[@Emma-og2jt]

Thank you so much. Really appreciate this help.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I'm glad you have found this video useful and thanks for watching.

[@kenwax]

Thanks for this -- very helpful!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Glad to be able to help. Thanks for watching.

[@CJGaP]

Great video as always keep em coming

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Cheers John

[@stevetopp9016]

Another excellent vid mate

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thank you Steve

[@jamieat8227]

Great tips thanks allot!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching, I hope they help.

[@robertmcdougall3166]

Andrew, you are a star as I have watched so many videos about this camera but few have mentioned the super macro accessory, also neat trick to reduce noise from the internal workings of the camera whilst shooting video. Would love to have had some purchase links for each item. Good informative video.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching Robert, I'm glad you have found it useful. Links can go out of date fairly quickly so I decided to exclude them. If you read through the comments I have given a link to some of the items when requested but again those links are time sensitive so may not be current.

[@tonymckeage1028]

Excellent Video, You have amazing persistence with these budget camera and get extraordinary, results with them thanks for sharing Andrew

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching Tony, the FZ82 is a really popular camera offering a lot of features for the money. Few vloggers use them so this has become my KZbin niche camera I guess, certainly my most popular videos feature it.

[@cheapshotphotography5828]

Great Video Andy, another good one for the Bridge Camera appreciation gang 😊👍 I really like the tip about flipping up the flash housing to reduce the mic noise when zooming . Good work Tim

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks Tim, bridge cameras get a bad press and sure they might not be a perfect as a full frame DSLR but they're really quite capable of being an all round handy camera be it for video, photos, a long zoom - a swiss army knife of cameras if you like!

[@cheapshotphotography5828]

Andrew Walton couldn’t agree more, I used to look down on them a bit when I first starting using DSLR’s but my Panasonic is just so versatile. Even thought the shutter button has stopped functioning I still use it for Video and can use it for stills if I use my wireless trigger .

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@cheapshotphotography5828 Give the phone app a go - I can control most of the features remotely on the fz82, I'd imagine the model you have should be the same.

[@cheapshotphotography5828]

Andrew Walton unfortunately the FZ200 doesn’t have WiFi. I will upgrade when it dies completely 😕👍

[@dennismurray703]

Another excellent video. Great tips and advice and I am certainly aiming to acquire a few of these items. Any tips on a good not too bulky camera bag for the FZ80?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching Dennis and the feedback. I left camera bags out of the video as it is very much personal preference as some people prefer to carry other gear as well or clothing with them in a rucksack style bag, others prefer a messenger style bag. If you really want compact then something like the Lowepro Adventura SH100 LL should do the job but there isn't much space in it other than the camera itself. They do offer a range in the Adventura series so one of the slightly larger bags might give you more options.

[@steviesevieria1868]

Tribbles are good for something after all!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

😁 They sure are!

[@ExploreCreateCapture]

Awesome video well explained🔥🔥

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks 🔥 Glad you liked it

[@4WingView]

All very good tips🙂

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching.👍

[@jr1jiu098]

Hi Andy, thanks for these tips on the FZ82, they are extremely helpful. Would appreciate a link to where you got your CPL and ND filters as there is a lot of choice out there. Keep up the good work! Cheers John.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Hi John, at the time I think I was using an Amazon basics CPL but I found a few flaws with it. I've since bought a Hoya CPL (off Amazon) which is much better and still reasonably priced. The ND filter is a cheap variable one off eBay. It's ideal for video but for long exposure photography I think I'm going to look at buying a 10 stop ND. I've just bought a 'pig iron' branded 10 stop for my Nikon DSLR, if that works ok then I'll invest in one for the fz82. That was bought for £10.99 on eBay from a UK camera shop. I hope this helps.

[@jr1jiu098]

Thanks for taking the time to reply and for the information Andy. Much appreciated!

[@danu65]

Links to the items mentioned would be helpful. Thanks for the vid.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I probably should have done so but when I made the video over a year ago I was worried they would become out of date quickly. If you check the comments I have put links to certain products when people have requested them. Thanks for watching.

[@EHEHspotter]

Hi , got a link where to buy the wide angle Lens Hood? ebay? thks.. just got my fz82 2 weeks and im loving it!!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I picked mine up on e-bay but amazon sell them too. This was the one I got on e-bay www.ebay.co.uk/itm/332930837159

[@martincrook2589]

Andrew, What a wealth of information and tips. I was investigating this camera as a replacement for my Fujifilm Finepix HS50EXR which sadly now has some issues. You have persuaded me to buy it now, along with a £35 reduction on Amazon. Now £285! I was wondering about your views on the use of a step up ring (55-58) so I can use accessories from my fuji. I have various filters and also a Raynox high definition telephoto conversion lens 2.2X which would give me a whopping 132X optical zoom. Not for the hand shakers!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

The step up rings should work, the only issue I can foresee is there may be an issue with the edges of the filter encroaching into the corners at 20mm (widest angle) - I have noticed this when using a filter and a lens hood at the same time. I usually zoom to 22mm and the issue is solved.

[@martincrook2589]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography Thanks for the advice. I will try it as the step up should be only around £5. If not, I'll get new filters. Now to Amazon 😀

[@martincrook2589]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography Camera on order. Now to look at your channel and watch anything that mentions FZ82 and probably all the others as well. I shall reply here again and let you know the outcome of using various size filters and the Raynox Zoom. I need to start investing manual settings. Thanks again Andrew. 👌

[@gabriellakatos9595]

Hi i own this camera and your video helped me so much. I wanna ask you something. At first which size of filters sits to this camera and If i can use the leans hood and filter at same time. Thanks!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thank you for watching Gabriel. The filter size you need for the fz82 (fz80) is 55mm. You can use a filter and a lens hood at the same time but depending on the brand of filter (and the thickness of it) sometimes you can see the edges of the lens hood when the camera is set to it's widest point (20mm). I have found this has been the case when I moved from an Amazon CPL filter to a Hoya CPL. I hope this helps.

[@g.m_unplugged]

My camera should arrive on Monday 😊 Was looking at lens hoods and almost brought the petal type. PS hope you don’t mind me asking but do you have a link for the lens hood? Subbed you on insta 👍🏻 Great video and information, thank you

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I got my lens hood from this ebay seller www.ebay.co.uk/itm/332930837159 - you can buy them on Amazon too.

[@g.m_unplugged]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thanks very much

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@g.m_unplugged Happy to help ;)

[@samalkabra1463]

Thanks Andy, one thing I hate about this camera is taking portrait photos, It really came to be bad photos if taking just in normal light. it needs to have extra light on the face to achieve acceptable shoots, can you help with the sitting to improve portrait shoots?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Hi Sam, what mode are you using the fz82 in when shooting portraits? I would suggest trying the camera in aperture priority. Sadly the FZ82 doesn't have a really wide aperture so it may be more tricky to separate your subject from the background and have that nice bokeh effect behind. If you are shooting a man's portrait harsher lighting will be preferable, that would give more chiseled features. With women and children then you might want to look at some additional LED panels where you can dim the brightness or failing that soft boxes, reflectors or even large sheets of white card can be used to bounce the light back towards your subject to eliminate harsh shadows. If you are shooting outdoors try early morning and later in the afternoon when the sun is less severe and lower in the sky. I hope this helps.

[@rodriferretty3001]

Hi, Andrew. Thanks for your reviews, they are really helpful. I'm trying to make a decision between this camera and the Canon SX70 HS. Can you give me your point of view in order to decide? It'll be for vacation, fishing trips, outdoor... Thanks!

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

The Canon is a good camera according to those who use it but it is almost twice the price of the FZ80/82 here in the UK. I haven't had much experience of it myself. If you aren't planning to photograph distant subjects (and don't need a huge zoom lens) then also look at the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 which has the 1 inch sensor in it which gives much better low light performance. Check out my FZ1000 videos - currently the Mk1 is available here for £550 and the improved MK2 for around £750. I'm not sure how those prices compare where you are?

[@rodriferretty3001]

​@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thanks for your answer. I'm in Argentina, but since we are limited regarding availability of these kind of products I look in Amazon USA and must calculate shipping, etc... I'll take a look to your suggestions, thanks again 😀

[@diegoferrando9346]

Do you have a link for the windjammer in Amazon US? And I don't get where should I exactly put them. Thanks for your video a answers. Greetings from Uruguay.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Diego, thanks for watching. I did think the micro windjammers had been discontinued since I made this video two years ago as they have been very hard to find. However I have found this link for you on Amazon US. www.amazon.com/Rycote-Overcovers-Adhesive-Stickies-Lavalier/dp/B015MFV26I/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?keywords=rycote+micro+windjammers&qid=1657520445&sr=8-7#

[@shankerri1]

New to photography and purchase this camera. What is the manufacturer of the lens hood as would like to purchase one

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I've sent you a link from my Facebook page. They seem to be unbranded items, cheap and cheerful.

[@CruZifer.23]

Nice vid man🔥..... I'm looking for a camera (specially for photos), you still recommend to buy this one?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

It depends on your budget to be honest. It's not quite as sharp as a DSLR or Mirrorless camera but much cheaper. I chose the FZ82 because of it's 4k video abilities. No other bridge camera seemed to have this coupled to a large lens (1200mm equivalent.) Is you don't need such a good zoom range then the FZ330 is also worth a look. That is weather sealed and has an articulated screen.

[@CruZifer.23]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thank you!!!

[@charliemac9503]

Does the fz330 have an issue with the control button for the zoom, I believe that it eventually wears out quite quickly and to replace the button the top section of the camera requires to be replaced which is supposed to be expensive.

[@andirutherford2615]

what do you know about magnifying filters, I have a set 2x,4x,8x,10x but struggle to use

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I've not tried them with an fz82 as I got given a raynox 250, l know a few folk who have tried them on other cameras with mixed results.

[@Sebarinnatura]

Hi, I'm back with a question. Is the battery and aftermarket charger (namely, DSTE DMW-BMB9 charger and DSTE DMW-BMB9 1500mAh battery) worth the money? How long does this battery last? Thanks. ..., but this device..AC USB adapter DMW-AC8 coupler DMW-DCC6 DMW-BMB9 replace Panasonic, is it good? Is it worth buying? Thanks.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I have those DSTE batteries and have been using them along with the OE Lumix battery. I would say that they last almost as long as the lumix battery in the camera (for still images mainly). I have noticed a marginal drop in performance after a solid two years of use. They are still entirely functionable and considering the price difference compared to the cost of an additional lumix battery I still think they are worth buying. I've not had any experience with the AC USB adapter DMW-AC8 coupler DMW-DCC6 DMW-BMB9 so I can't really make a judgement on that device.

[@chrisbrittain2098]

Just ordered this camera. This video was a great watch thank you, can you help me with the muffler link. Got some of the filters in my basket now for next month. Is the hood a 58mm?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Hi Chris, the hood is a 55mm thread, the same as the filters. RE: micro windjammers, I've had a look on the Rycote website, Amazon and Wilkinson Cameras website but they don't seem to be listed or are out of stock. I hope they aren't discontinued as they work really well with the fz82.

[@chrisbrittain2098]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thank you for taking the time to reply. Great video.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

No problem, check out my other videos on the FZ82. Thanks for watching this one.

[@chrisbrittain2098]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography have been looking at them while at work lol. The review of the camera after having it over 2 years was a worry though when you said would I still buy it, I was like he better say yes lol.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

It's a good little camera, very versatile. I have bought an fz1000 and had it out yesterday and missed the zoom range of the fz82.

[@Chickp424]

Hi Andrew, can I be a pain and ask exactly which battery charger and lens hood you bought, it would be much appreciated, many thanks 🙏 📸🙂

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Hi Paula, since I made this video I think DTSE have changed their design/model of their chargers. Mine was a DC-E08400600. As I say it may have been superseded by a newer model. As for the lens hood, mine was picked up off Ebay UK for about £5. The seller I got mine from doesn't seem to be selling on ebay. A search for 55mm wide angle lens hood seems to list a few options. I hope this helps.

[@Chickp424]

Yes cheers, thanks for replying 👍🏼

[@alanrees4837]

I have a couple of questions for a beginner. I hope you don't mind What setting do you recommend I use on a safari we will be going out early morning and evening trying to photo the animals if possible could I just leave it on one setting for all Panasonic /FZ82 thank;s

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

If the light is low the camera may find it hard going. Once the sun is up it won't be a problem. If you are shooting moving animals then you might want to look at the clear sports shot setting or the freeze animal motion setting in the scene mode (scn on the dial). The other option is to use the 4k photo mode - here the camera will take a video clip then afterwards you can select the still images you like from the clip - this is done in camera and the camera will save the image as a jpeg. If you watch this video from 9:13 onwards it explains how 4k photo works. At dusk or after dark you might want to try Handheld Night Shot (again in the scene menu) - the camera takes three to five images and blends them into one image for you to try and improve the image, a steady hand is needed though I hope this helps Alan and practice all you can before you go - it sounds like a trip of a lifetime.

[@alanrees4837]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography We are going on the safari tomorrow and i have put the camera onto 4k do i need to sett the wheel by the on off switch to any settings please

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@alanrees4837 Alan, if using 4k mode it works in ia mode if you want the camera to make all of the decisions.

[@rallyburnz2simracing416]

A question,would a 58mm lens hood fit a Panasonic fz82/fz83....I would like to get a round one..not sure of thread size

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

It's a 55mm on the fz82

[@rallyburnz2simracing416]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thankyou that's a great help

[@pandorahearts07]

I can't find 55mm filters, only 58 or 52. I'm a beginner, please help me. Are these filters universal or does each camera have a specific one?,please help me. I like ur video, thnks.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

55mm refers to the diameter of the lens so you need to buy a 55mm version or use set up/step down rings. You should be able to find a 55mm filter on eBay/Amazon or at a local camera shop.

[@pandorahearts07]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thank you so much for the help 🙌🏼

[@rallyburnz2simracing416]

Where did you get the fluffy wind cutter on your camera???

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I bought those from Amazon UK they are Rycote Micro Windjammer.

[@rallyburnz2simracing416]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thankyou I will get some...I've subscribed,great hrelp here

[@Chickp424]

Hi Andrew, managed to find a fz82 brand new for £260, so thought it would be rude not to buy it! Finding your videos really helpful, some great tips and advice, thanks. Just a quick question I bought a wide angled lens hood for it but when I shoot at 20mm even in jPeg i can see it in the corners of the image. The one I bought looks just like yours so wondering why this happens, cheers 😊

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Paula, are you using a filter at the same time? It doesn't take much to throw the edges of the hood into view. £260 is a pretty good price. It's not far off what I paid back in 2019.

[@Chickp424]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography hi…no not using any filters at all.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@Chickp424 there must be a slight change in the design of the lens hood which is a bit annoying. I have had the issue whilst using a polarising filter.

[@Chickp424]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography ah well not to worry it’s not a major problem. It’s a great camera for the money and will be great for walk around and holidays! Thanks once again and cheers for taking the time to reply, much appreciated 👍🏼

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@Chickp424 zooming to 22mm should be enough to clear it and it's still better than a petals type hood.

[@ROKaleidoscope]

Hello there. I have a Panasonic FZ82 and the flare is killing me. I cannot make a photo at the sun with zoom without those violet flare as you can see in this video from my channel: Sa ne grabim! Sfanta Liturghie incepe. | Hurry up! the Holy Mass is starting. If I buy a tulip lens hood do you think that it will solve the problem? Or is some lens hood good for maximum zoom and without zoom for this camera?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Yes the camera does suffer with this issue. A lens hood can help but won't eliminate it. The tulip hood will be better than the shallow hood but does get into the shot at 20mm.

[@ROKaleidoscope]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography Many thanks for the prompt replay. It helps a lot. I'll try a tulip one then. I had a nice oportunity to shot some trams at sunset ant that flared ruined the shot. 👍👍👍👍

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@ROKaleidoscope it is worth trying the tulip hood as they are cheap to buy. Deeper hoods are available for DSLR camera lenses so it might be worth seeing if you can find one of those in a 55mm thread size.

[@ROKaleidoscope]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography Understand. I found something on a online shop for the deeper hood but for starters I will try the tulip on.👍👍👍

[@christopherdoherty4124]

you used infrared filters for this camera ?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Hi Christopher, it's not something that I have tried with the FZ82. Thanks for watching and commenting though.

[@christopherdoherty4124]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography i just got 1 myself and just wondering if it is poss

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@christopherdoherty4124 Well your question piqued my interest so I have ordered one and will be giving it a go. Shutter speed may be the issue - the camera will only shootfor up to 4 seconds in Aperture priority, Shutter priority or Manual so a work around using the Artistic Nightscape mode might have to come into play. We will see how it goes.

[@johnruuu]

why didn't you link these 6 products to distributor listings for us to review and purchase? Or did you?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I didn't want to do affiliate links and have people think I was only recommending them to make some money. As I'm UK based most of the links aren't relevant globally. I have given links to those product people have asked about in the comments.

[@carsonphillipsgolf6145]

what extra batteries did you get?

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I bought a pair of DSTE batteries and a charger for less than £20UK. You should be able to find them on Amazon or Ebay. So far they are holding up well and a comparable to the Lumix one the camera came with.

[@carsonphillipsgolf6145]

Awesome thanks! I’m definitely going to get some

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@carsonphillipsgolf6145 It's much better than having to have the camera plugged into the wall or a PC.

[@rallyburnz2simracing416]

Is this camera good for video motorsport

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

I've used it for Motorsport photography with pretty good results so it should be fine for video, it will shoot 1080p at 30/60fps or 4k at 30fps.

[@rallyburnz2simracing416]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thankyou for repl...I film many rallys so this fz83 will be great thanks

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

@@rallyburnz2simracing416 I'd consider buying some extra batteries and a rain cover for the camera as it isn't weather sealer - it's sister camera the fz330 is weather resistant but doesn't have the zoom range of the fz82/fz83.

[@louismultimedia2619]

👍🏻🇨🇦

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks Louis 👍

[@SimonWattsWILDPresentationsUK]

Thanks Andrew that was great. Just can't get on with ND filters for my film work - tried many over the years on the '82. Will be getting some sticky jammers though! Check out my channel - make british wildlife films for shows in the community and commissions for wildlife NGO's. Have the '82 as my go-to wildlife camera (no snobbery here) and use a GH5 for the b-roll. Sub'd! Si.

[@AndrewWaltonPhotography]

Thanks for watching Simon, for some reason the spam filter hid your comments and I've just found them now - if only it would work for the real spammers! I've watched some of your videos are they are great. In fact it was your one from Florida that made me buy the FZ82 20 months ago!

[@SimonWattsWILDPresentationsUK]

@@AndrewWaltonPhotography Dude, thats made my day :)