A new 60x zoom bridge camera in 2024! Panasonic Lumix FZ80D / FZ82D

Panasonic has just released this new bridge camera with a 60x zoom that can go from 20mm to 1200mm. If you enable the digital zoom, you can even go up to 9784mm!
In this review, we are going to have a look at this new super zoom camera FZ80D/FZ82D/FZ85D that is largely based on the FZ80/FZ82 and see what is new!
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Panasonic Lumix S5II | Lumix S 24mm f/1.8
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Hollyland Lark Max (outdoor) / Synco D2 Microphone (studio)
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0:00 Outdoor Photo with Lumix FZ80D FZ82D FZ85D
3:00 Body Design
7:44 Camera Flash
7:56 60x Optical Zoom
10:01 Maximum Aperture vs Focal Length
10:37 Autofocus
12:04 Photo Mode
16:43 Video Mode
20:05 Image Stabilisation
20:44 Zoom Compose Assist
22:12 Audio Quality Test
23:48 Final Thoughts & Sample Photos
#panasonic #lumix #bridgecamera

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I really wasn't expecting to see a new bridge camera like this FZ80D in 2024! But I heard there is a strong demand, and I think I understand why after shooting with this camera. So who is interested in buying one?

[@kenslyder]

The zoom is fantastic! I would feel very comfortable to buy this camera for my doughter for wathever she want's to start doing. Photography and Video.

[@bm1113]

Definitely interesting . For me who can't use my left hand. So are bridge cameras the best option. And pretty much the only option for my type of videos if I have to use one hand and don't always have the opportunity to stand close because there are large vehicles in motion. I myself have used Panasonic bridge cameras since 2008 in my KZbin videos the first was a FZ7 and today I use FZ300 and FZ2000 However, the choice of this falls away for me due to the lack of a microphone port sadly 😕A shotgun microphone is a superzoom camera's best friend. are many videos I was standing at a long distance but the sound and picture looked like I was standing 12 meters / 40FT away 😎 in addition to the usual sound improvement with wind noise etc So I hope they will come more bridge cameras preferably someone with 4K60 video to when many other cameras has it even action cameras etc. Take care from Sweden

[@TheRealRichardWong]

yes this one is more towards the entry level end of the bridge camera from Lumix. Hopefully we will see something higher end with more features in the near future!

[@caoyang5074]

I remember that I told lumix JP representatives that we need bigggg zoom😂

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@caoyang5074 oh so that's you who created this camera 😎

[@B9scrambler]

9784mm zoom should be called Bigfoot mode, lol. Perfect for capturing mythical animals.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

LOL. But if you are shooting after dark, at 9784mm, the camera would turn any more animal into a mythical one as well

[@B9scrambler]

@@TheRealRichardWong Sounds like you just captured a shot of ol' Nessy! lmao!

[@KwamtumPshX]

Thank you for bringing this to our attention! I'll definitely be keeping an eye on this one!

[@TheRealRichardWong]

you are welcome :)

[@kiwigreenflame]

Great review. One of my favourite film cameras was a Chinon bridge camera back in the late 80s. I loved that camera (apart from the expensive batteries) because it let me take good photos in a fun way and had a zoom built-in. The same with digital cameras - the superzoom bridge cameras are just what some people need. They are fun, good in general situations, no issues with changing lenses, and can take some good photos, in much the same way as the Lumix LX and TZ cameras did. Nice to see an updated version. (Also, they seem to retain some resale value from looking around the place).

[@malfunkt]

I've owned FZ200/300/1000 - all excellent. I know the FZ80 was sometimes criticized as not being as good as these models, mainly for being a bit blurry on its longest focal length, in part due to its image stabilization. I wonder if this has been improved in this model. I recently had a chance to revisit the FZ300, and use it alongside an APS-C Fuji setup X-T2 with a Tamron 18-300 (approx 28mm-450mm in 35mm equivalent). The FZ300 actually faired quite well in the right lighting, showing very good detail. The smaller sensors always lose out on color and dynamic range though, and that lends to a certain look that can appear washed out or blown out. Colors are not as vibrant either. In the bridge class, perhaps the best all-rounder are the 1" sensors. The FZ1000 (both I and II models) are incredible cameras, fast focusing with high-resolutions files with a good degree of dynamic range. IQ on these isn't too far behind some of Panasonic's micro-four thirds sensors from the mid-2010s - which is still very good. Bridge cameras continue to fetch high prices on the used markets, including even the old FZ200. Sony's last high-end bridge camera the RX10 IV still holds its value and quality, but I don't think we will see a new model from them. Leica has recently come out with the D-Lux 8, arguably a Lumix LX100 II with a few additions and quality-of-life upgrades. While it would be nice to see some sensor improvements on these types of cameras, I think we can now say that the biggest improvements to image quality are going to come from post-processing in terms of AI / neural net algorithms. Lightroom denoise and Topaz, are just scratching the surface. Soon you will be able to take quite noisy and blurry images and have them reconstructed with any type of lighting, detail, weather condition, lens type etc. Depends on how you want to create. For purists who want the best image quality straight-out-of-camera, they aren't going to be looking at these type of cameras anyways. My main reason for no longer owning a bridge camera are the flexibility/control an interchangeable lens body allows, better image quality, but also the availability of lenses like the Tamron 18-300. Not only can the Tamron 18-300 exceed the focal range of the FZ1000 but it will even match the range of the FZ300/330 once the overall pixel size of the image is factored in. Importantly, a lens like the 18-300 is a manual zoom rather than zoom-by-wire (common on most bridge cameras) so I find this much better suited for faster subject acquisition. The new Zoom acquisition on the FZ80D is a nice touch though, If I did own a bridge camera now, it would probably be a Sony RX10 IV or the Nikon P950, but the FZ80D deserves a look especially with these quality of life updates and given the continual improvements in post-processing technology.

[@yash_kambli]

I would like to see bridge camera with a mft sensor. 12-200mm f2.8-4 would be perfect successor of fz1000

[@AllenReinecke]

This is awesome. I have the FZ300 and FZ2500. I never thought a new bridge camera would be developed after these. ❤ I have the S5ii but take the FZ2500 when I want to travel light.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Me neither. But good to see them coming back!

[@peteralessandriaphotography]

You rock Richard! My first digital camera was a Panasonic FZ20 back in 2004. It launched my career as a professional photographer and filmmaker!

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Hey Peter, thanks!! FZ20! that is a classic!

[@kichou972]

Very very good job, congratulations and thank you ❤️

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Thank you

[@DroseMr]

Saweet! Ill have to watch later. I seen you mentioned Bridge on Geeky Nerdy. Very intresting !🎉Thank You

[@TheRealRichardWong]

LOL yes. I was like yes i know that word because i've been working on a bridge camera review

[@DroseMr]

Yes Zoom is cool and assist def w tripod ! Too many 4k restrictions.If had pdaf and 3.5 jack would make this a buy for concert or public content being bridge cameras and phones are the only cameras allowed in some places. Almost there. 👍🏻nice🎉Thank You

[@billmoyer3254]

Richard, Thank you for your content. We will all celebrate when you cross 100k subs. Keep the faith.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

haha i really doubt i can ever reach 100k. But that is still my goal!!! One day I hope :)

[@jungleboy1]

finally a good bridge camera at a good price point. I thought they were a thing of the past... Crazy to see how expensive very old bridge camera were going second hand!!

[@007silverwings]

This is a very interesting release by Panasonic. Some odd decisions like dropping the WiFi in 2024! 😂 I'm tempted to get one for my son to get into photography without going for a mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses. Thanks for the detailed review 👍🏻

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Yeah who need wifi ? 😅🤣. Yes i can see it can be useful for younger people to get them to get into photography without buying a mirrorless camera and all the lenses

[@curtisclement]

When I heard of this camera I was excited to be able to take it to the worlds largest airshow in Oshkosh Wisconsin but then was disappointed it doesn’t come out until after that. Not too disappointed though as I’ll be shooting with the Sony A9III with the Sigma 500mm f/5.6

[@warthog123]

Elon: We need to go to Mars. Panasonic: Why? You can view from here.

[@spacelord1913]

Pity about that shudder with ibis on. Understand it at 1200mm, but deal breaker when its there at all focal lengths.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Yes that's a bit disappointing. When I initially saw that, I thought it was a one off thing, but i re-tested a few time and it is still there. Doesn't matter though if you mainly use it for photos (or put it on a tripod)

[@salat]

True. Looks like yello with that rolling shutter... video is quite unusable - photos are great though..

[@007silverwings]

I wonder if a firmware update my update this judder 🤔

[@dotdashdotdash]

Think I would get the Nikon P950 instead.

[@masterofcamera]

Wow cool!! 60x zoom 📸🤯

[@TheRealRichardWong]

yes 1200mm optical zoom!

[@bamsemh1]

P950 have 83x optical zoom. 2000mm

[@arrow501]

Hi Richard, thank you for the great review. Have you posted your sample photos anywhere?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

No sorry I have post just a few photos on my Facebook page but that's it. I want to redo my website so in the future I can post some photos there

[@arrow501]

@@TheRealRichardWong great idea, thank you 👍

[@Wave_Drop]

I love bridge cameras from Panasonic and I currently have the glorious FZ200. It's a 2012 model which only saw a small upgrade (FZ300). I truly hope one day they will make a follow up with better image quality (12mpx is not enough), better ISO and 4k 60 video.

[@Crlarl]

The cheapest integrated zoom lens camera with UHD 60 (or 50) is the Panasonic HC-X1500. It's got 24x zoom, dual SD slots, mic and headphone jacks, HEVC recording, 10-bit 4:2:2 UHD, and unlimited record time.

[@ericfernando4296]

good review. It's nice to see panasonic keeping this line alive. I hope they add more computational photography features like high resolution mode or HDR RAW through multishot, or even Dynamic Range boost like g9ii. There's definitely a market for high end small sensor camera when you need a lot of Depth of Field (think product photography)

[@TheRealRichardWong]

yes let's see if this FZ80D sells well or not as it could give confidence to Panasonic for investing more into this kind of cameras!

[@davidrutledge6215]

Extremely well-done and fast-paced review. Big decision FZ300 or FZ80D. What we need is a new FZ300D.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

thank you David!

[@Vinzee02]

Great Video :)

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Thank you

[@kbruff2010]

Superb

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@kbruff2010 thank you very much!

[@bitwise2832]

Great review. Still loving my FZ2500.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Thank you!

[@jamesloop]

I’m hoping for a 1” sensor phase detect AF bridge camera from Panasonic, especially if it had great ibis for wildlife video. An fz2500iii would be fantastic. Or if I’m really dreaming, a completely new model: an MFT phase detect AF bridge camera.

[@KwamtumPshX]

If they did that, with the same focal length as FZ80D, we would be in heaven!

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I would like to see a new 1" bridge camera with Panasonic's latest technology too! But then the size/weight/price/range of the camera won't be quite the same. I don't think everyone needs 1200mm, so some compromises can be made in terms of range

[@KwamtumPshX]

@@TheRealRichardWong I wouldn't mind a Panasonic version of Sony's ZV-1, with longer focal length.

[@jamesloop]

@@TheRealRichardWong agreed. I’d be okay with paying as much as $1800 for a 1” bridge with pdaf and weather sealing, maybe in the 24mm-600mm focal range and good ibis on the long end. Especially if they could throw in the internal ND mechanism from the fz2500

[@michaelbell75]

@@KwamtumPshX Thats not possible. The lens takes up way too much room, thats why you have never seen a M43 bridge camera.

Hello, thank you very much for the video, I have a question, I am looking for a camera with good optical zoom but I want it to make 4K videos that I can mix with other 4K videos.. What do you recommend, the Canon SX70... the Nikkon P950 or this camera? which recently came onto the market...thank you very much...greetings from Chile

[@TheRealRichardWong]

hi there, sorry it's a bit hard for me to comment as it depends on a lot of things like what is the other camera you use, how you shoot with this camera..etc. I think the FZ80D can capture great quality video during the day, apart from the jitters i mentioned in the review. I don't have much experience with the SX70 myself but the P950 is a nice camera and provides longer reach. But downside with the P950 is that it's a more expensive and bigger camera so there is a tradeoff. Note while i have done a review of the P950 that was many years ago and i haven't compare the footage of the P950 with this camera side by side

[@ericfernando4296]

Richard, are you able to check the sync speed for flash? Bridge camera tends to have leaf shutter, so even in low light situation or high dynamic range situation, we still can use flash

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I just tried it with my Godox flash and disabled the high speed sync. Firing at 1/2000s shutter speed (fastest mechanical shutter speed) and flash seems working fine

[@ericfernando4296]

@@TheRealRichardWong thank you for checking it out, Richard. It's a lesser known feature of most fixed lens cameras.

[@nikmorriseu]

I had an FZ72 for several years and I have always regretted disposing of it and going to Sony. I think I will be getting one of these, though the wider angle aspect of it means more to me than long telephoto. I have big hand ands the body of the FZ72 always sat well in theme. For my needs I think would be sensible cost effective choice.

[@MichaelGerrard]

I hope they add that zoom assist to all their cameras, it seems like a nice idea.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

oh you mean via firmware update? or future models? I agree it's a nice handy feature!

[@Crlarl]

It would be cool if Panasonic put this lens on their camcorders. Like an HC-X series with 60x zoom.

[@pnwdon]

Thank you for the quality review. I just purchased the Minolta Pro Shot 20 Mega Pixel HD Digital Camera with 67x Optical Zoom for my wife who just wants to take quality outdoor photos with zoom without knowing much about photography. Can you tell me how this new Panasonic will compare to the Minolta? I haven't opened the box yet and can still return it if it's worth the price difference. Paid $340 on Amazon. Thanks.

[@cyberess1000]

Lightweight Super Zoom == Super Fun, if it's has sharp quick auto focus it will be good, I hope they fix that weird shuddering roller shutter that coming through on your video footage before they release the camera

[@Mo2008di]

Wish it was 1” sensor instead of 1/2.3 😢

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Panasonic has their 1" sensor camera line, but those would be usually larger in size and smaller in zoom range/reach

[@Digmen1]

Amazing zoom! When I was younger I was always amazed at how movies could zoom so close or far compared to my Nikon 200mm lens

[@TheRealRichardWong]

200mm is NOTHING LOL

[@Digmen1]

@@TheRealRichardWong Hello from New Zealand!!

[@billr6983]

A few improvements from the original, it's just a shame they didn't add an articulating screen, or even a tilting one. But then I suppose they might be worried it would impact sales of the FZ300 if they did that. A very informative and thorough review, great work!

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I think the reason they didn't add articulated screen is that they will need to design a new shell, and other changes required as a result which will drive the cost and hence price up further. Then it maybe hard for people to justify paying so much more as the sensor/lens etc appears to be same as the original version

[@SarahHird-b4o]

Thank you for this review, i have the fz82 and am going to upgrade. As the fz82d doesnt have wifi can i transfer photos to my phone usb c to usb c?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Sorry i have not tested it so I can't answer (already returned the camera)

[@SarahHird-b4o]

Ok thank you

[@Ruslan_davudov_photography]

My last superzoom was Nikon P1000, it was good back.

[@info-vodice]

Richard, is the third registered camera (in China from Panasonic) an upgraded version of the FZ80/82? If so, then nothing new from Panasonic this year.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Sorry i don't know. We are just at half year mark, I wouldn't be surprised if we see some more release in 2024 (just purely my personal guess)

[@patrick8035]

That’s a very unexpected but welcome camera! If the price is right I might get one!

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I see B and H listed it at $477. So it's about 15% more than the original FZ80 launch price.

[@patrick8035]

@@TheRealRichardWong just got an email from an Australian retailer - they want $849 for it!! That’s just a couple of hundred dollars less than the outgoing Nikon P950 and P1000 on sale. I don’t think they’re going to be selling many units for that price!

[@ivanmaz2847]

the most interesting thing is the zoom which starts from 20mm. However, I would have preferred a 1 inch sensor with a 20-600 lens

[@rubeeprod]

Good video 😊 do u have wifi in that lumix ?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@rubeeprod thanks but no wifi on this camera

[@scanningforvideos]

9:43 The zip on the jacket. Is it really that big in real life ? Damn I want a jacket with a zip that big. Looks awesome :)

[@TheRealRichardWong]

LOL yes it is the biggest zip in the world!

[@martinhommel9967]

Good review. Not sure if there's enough to justify upgrading from the original FZ82. Why drop the WiFi option in 2024? It seems a very strange decision

[@peterreber7671]

I had a Canon 560HS with basically similar specs, same sensor size, 21-1360mm optical zoom. I decided to go for an M50m2 for these reasons: The small sensor. Aperture range at tele was 1 stop, at wide 2.5 stops, not good enough. I hated the motorized zoom, always over or under shooting. Then it had no touch screen but that i.s resolved with most of the new cameras. Basically I wanted a greater range of options and better image quality. IMO lenses over 400mm are for special cases and are difficult when used hand held both in terms of camera shake and following moving objects.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Yes fair enough good reasons

[@asafbadiri5078]

Thank you for your video and your work, I am enjoying it for years. but this footage made me sad . it remind me a disposable film camera quality. sorry for my English keep on the good work. ❤

[@user-dl4oh7yu4s]

我好多部松下機，愛上它了

[@ZEROMENTECONZ]

Does this camera supports in camera LUTs just as the Lumix S9?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

No it doesn't

[@petsworldglobal]

I am using nikon b700 along with my Lumix g85 camera.

[@LemoneQYT]

Hi. Did you test canon sx70hs? Is this lumix better than this canon?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@LemoneQYT no sorry I have not, so I can't really answer your question

[@harryvlogs7833]

Wish they updated the sensor to at least a new 1/2.3 sensor

[@igorm.9845]

Will be cool to compare this with Canon SX70.

[@danieltilley]

No way!

[@pastuh]

nikon p1000 still wins?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

in terms of zoom yes. But FZ80D is cheaper,smaller and lighter. So it depends on what you want. (and P1000 is discontinued too i think)

[@108u9]

Imagine if they had put the new 32 bit float into this!

[@TheRealRichardWong]

haha no way!

[@dongliangli7658]

No focus range limiter or preMF setting ?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

not sure about preMF setting. But it has a macro and normal AF setting, the normal AF setting is kind like focus range limiter as it stops the camera from focusing very close.

[@helenbrown3583]

oh ***** I shall have to save and get one now. I thought that was it, no more new bridge cameras. And I do love one to use instead of long heavy lenses on my other camera.

[@harryvlogs7833]

Is it worth me upgrading from my original fz82?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I would say No. Unless you really want the higher res EVF/LCD and USB-C or you really want the zoom compose assist feature

[@andreaskirsch7748]

The IBIS jitter is a deal-beaker.

[@CameraCombo]

I'm rather confused about why Panasonic even bothered with this release. This follows the same theme as the G100D, a similar rehash of a camera with only a new EVF and USB-C port. Still, these cameras are better to have as options rather than nothing at all.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I believe Panasonic has to replace some components to continue manufacturing, so they use the opportunity to update it with new EVF, new LCD, USB-C port and add the new zoom compose assist. So I think of it as a facelift model that car manufacturers usually do to their cars

[@slchang01]

@@TheRealRichardWong Agree...though this facelift is long, long overdue compared to that of cars. As such, I do not feel the need to upgrade mine, as I have gotten used to it just fine and will hold on to it for as long as I can.

[@3hmoobhawjchannel921]

Why update for FZ2500 Mark2 for a new autofocus.

[@masterche1980]

The camera has not yet appeared on the market, but it is already obsolete

[@youranonymous931]

A lot people still using cameras from 2015

[@himaya-relaxsleep1410]

quick question, That amount of blur and bokeh when birding, can you also replicate that when shooting portraits with super zoom camera? not just this model?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

you can. but not to the same extend as you can't zoom in as much when shooting portrait (unless you want a REALLY close up shot of someone). So you would zoom out a bit which reduce the amount of background blur

[@himaya-relaxsleep1410]

@@TheRealRichardWong so technically, with super zoom having f2.8 or f2.9 on wide, is it better to shoot closer or move further away from the subject and make use of the zoom to get to 80-200mm?

[@natureredux1957]

I have the Sony Equivalent to this camera and I also have the original Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ1000. So I don't get anyone's excitement about Panasonic bringing back the even smaller sensor Camera. It's going to cost about $480. I would not advise any newcomer to go back in time to those Tiny Sensor Cameras. Nothing less then 1 inch sensors cameras is Bare Bones these days. So I would rather see Panasonic focus far more on version 3 of the FZ1000. That and the LX100M, also version 3. I can't believe there is STRONG demand again for Tiny Sensor Cameras when folks already have their so called Smart Phones.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Different cameras for different users. For a lot of people, camera like this FZ80D provides similar or even better image quality than their phones (not everyone have latest iPhone) and allow them to zoom all the way to 1200mm focal length that phones can't do.

[@natureredux1957]

@@TheRealRichardWong I am quite aware of the different camera for different users. I am also quite aware that most buyers of this Camera will be ignorant to the fact of how low quality the images will be coming out of this camera. Let me repeat, I still have the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V Digital Camera with the 20.4MP 1/2.3" Exmor R CMOS Sensor with the 24-1200mm Equiv. Focal Length. Zooming out to 1200 is meaningless if the quality ends up being very poor. And I assure that is mostly what most folks will be getting. Most would be far better off buying used MFTs gear. Which by way, you know Panasonic also makes.

[@alis1079]

@@natureredux1957 thank you for bringing attention to the photo quality, i was about to get one actually either that or the fz1000 ii , if you were to recommend a beginner like me for a bridge camera in 2024 which one do you think will better suit a beginner, or should i just jump to mirrorless altogether, I'm just a hobbyist and this'll be my first. thank you in advance

[@natureredux1957]

@@alis1079 If your primary subjects are wildlife, and your budget would allow it, I would at the very least start out with a APS-C camera and determine just what amount your budget would allow for lens. If not, then the Fz1000ii is decent for getting your Feet wet but not nearly in the same class as the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV which has the same size sensor but will cost you almost Double the Price. But most Sony products will give you better AF. Which will be important. Then there is the used Market. Hobbyist don't have to RUSH in, so just take your time deciding and keep in mind that the upcoming Holiday Black Friday, there will be massive Camera Sales. It will be here before you know it.

[@alis1079]

@@natureredux1957 thank you so much, that cleared a lot for me

[@NetvoTV]

Hey Richard, i have a question, why some people especially the youtuber and people like to spend money, doesnt just use camera like this or a Panasonic HC-X1500 camcorder when they want to shoot wild animal photo and video, they do it mostly in day time and at most just in evening, the image quality womt be much different, just less overexpore in some area and more contrast, they often do it for fun too, some even just take video of them, hence, why they still choose bigger sensor mirrorless, is it because lf the hype and not much marketing for these kind of bridge camera ans camcorder which make tjem forgotten?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

I can't speak of everyone, but for myself, I need to shoot both photos and cameras with my camera and I shoot at day time, night time. So a large sensor camera would be better choice for me. If I use a camcorder, I would still need to buy/carry a separate photo camera. The mirrorless camera is usually where you find the latest technology first. like the latest image stabilisation system.

[@NetvoTV]

@@TheRealRichardWong yeah, I learned it's about compromise or else everyone will just get a medium format camera, higher size better image quality but less things you can do or go smaller with lower quality but more things you can do or you go for the middle, but I think even if you get a mirrorless you still need to change lens, this is my still planning setup, which one do you think make more sense?: 1) Xperia 1 VI (for 2X macro, 16,24,48,85-170) with Zf 28-400mm f4-8 2) Xperia 1 VI with Zf with a prime with HC-X1500 25-600mm 3) Xperia 1 VI + Hasselblads with a 25mm (20mm FF eq, plan to use it with crop 2X to 50mm), Zf with 70-180mm / 28-400mm and HC-X1500 I like to shoot artistic photo for fun, contest and gig if I get to land on any, I like video and dreamed to get a camcorder since teen age but they don't have much new release now, also I learned that you can have one that do a lot but might have compromise and you will need to good at shifting your mind for different task while using the same thing or else you will be like get off work but still in work place and mind kind of feel, but more things mean you need to take care more things

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Zf is an awesome camera, I'm considering getting one for myself! But if you do plan to shoot video quite a bit, i would suggest the S5II or S5IIx instead as that's a much better video camera and also offer some photo feature the Zf can't provide.

[@Ejnar_Andersen]

But why such a small sensor in a brand new camera?

[@poupou5833]

As you said you can achieve great results with this camera when it is sunny but otherwise the image quality is very poor

[@yuriys.6352]

Nikon p950 has 83zoom 😊

[@scarcesense6449]

Very surprising to see this! I have the old model. It's not bad but quite dated by now. The tiny EVF is painful and there's a common defect which causes the diopter to drift. Hopefully this new model doesn't have the same problem. If I was designing a bridge camera in a world where everyone has a 50+MP camera with a range of 18-100mm in their pocket, I'd relinquish that ground to the phone, start at ~100mm and use the savings for a longer reach, sharper lens, wider aperture and/or weight savings. A 12x lens would have far fewer compromises than a 60x. The same approach could be applied to the 1" bridge cameras like the FZ1000 or RX10. You have to find your niche, and zoom is all that's left at the entry level given how good phones are these days.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

interesting idea about camera starts from ~100mm!

[@markolwick2223]

No wifi? Thats a deal breaker for me. This isn’t 2005.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

yes if you need Wifi, unfortunately it's not available on the FZ80D

[@krz909_exe]

The choice of skipping wifi blows my mind...

[@bamsemh1]

P950 is still my choice for bridge camera.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

And the P1000 is awesome too! Crazy 125x zoom! But then both P950 and P1000 are a lot more expensive, bigger and heavier than the FZ80D. so I guess it depends how large you want your camera to be.

[@essiturbo]

Good work richard.But this cam is for my underständing unnecesseary.All wish from Panasonic a small mft camera and Panasonic make again and again mistakes in camera orientation. Best regards..

[@AntonisK]

the sensor is 4:3 when shooting even 1080p video OF COURSE there is a crop to 16:9 so focal length is no longer 20mm (at 4:3 sensor). it becomes 22mm

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Yes i agree, but it doesn't seem to do that when shooting with Panasonic's micro four thirds cameras which is also 4:3

[@hamiltonjones9863]

Me with P1000 😎

[@PossumReviews]

9:43, why is her zipper so big?

[@TheRealRichardWong]

LOL I have a bag with an even bigger zip!

[@explorerdebasis159]

RAW mode should have been included.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@explorerdebasis159 raw output photo is supported unless you want to use digital zoom :)

[@raulal00]

But... thats a FZ80, where is the difference? 4k 30 , 1200mm , post focus etc same DFD... same visor and lcd, i can't find any differences 😢

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@raulal00 hm... have you watched my review, I mentioned all the differences in this review

[@iraklisun1701]

24:14 Wery cold WB in this examles, it's not nice

[@PeterPrism]

The sensor size is a joke???

[@unpaid_review]

Not everyone need AND not everyone have $2000 to buy a FF camera and lenses. So discontinuing all around compact and not expensive camera is a bit dumb. New camcoders should be next. X1500/X2000 are almost ideal, just add usb-c charging to complete.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Yes agree, a lot of people would be perfectly happy with images from a camera like this. Even I myself are very happy with some of the photos I shot with the FZ80D. Re discontinuing some compact cameras, very often the camera manufacturers were forced to do that when one or more of the components they need got discontinued, e.g. the EVF or LCD screen. Unfortunately it's not like they can just find another piece and plug it in without any rework. But if people are buying, then it gives a very good reason for manufacturers to keep investing and updating these cameras.

[@unpaid_review]

No 3.5mm mic input is a bit bummer. As well no usb-c power camera.... Overall not bad, but accumulating that little things here and there as a whole make it a bit questionable. And that's dumb because with little touch it could be really great camera, instead of "good". Doing "saving every cent" on little features will lead that it will be not that popular as supposed to be...

[@PawFromTheBroons]

And fixed rear screen...

[@DandoPorsaco-ho1zs]

I'm not buying a camera without phase autofocus again.

[@BootStrapTurnerVideography]

1200mm optical zoom? Crushes smartphones. Might just be my travel companion.

[@TheRealRichardWong]

yes and that is real 1200mm optical zoom. (or 9784mm with digital zoom LOL)

[@user-dl4oh7yu4s]

神級

[@dickywong112]

FZ80D / FZ82D 我發現好似全地球得你一個有出片??? 點解會咁???

[@TheRealRichardWong]

@@dickywong112係呀同Panasonic簽咗全球獨家出片專利呀！🤣 講笑啫，我知道呢部機唔係重頭戲，但係真係唔知點解得我一個出片🤔

[@peterdisbury]

I really wanted to support the Lumix line up but Panasonic won't be around in the future. Nikon, Canon and Leica will though😅 Sony is losing out to Canon but probably Canon and Nikon will be the sole survivors.

[@afrotrooptv]

Like #495... That camera is depicted in old photos of Hong 🇭🇰 Kong; just another ChineseJunk.

[@QuantumCulture-iv1rg]

This camera is not usable for me. There is no bird recognition and the AF is too slow.

[@skepsys]

back to dfd and no 10 bit. and just 100mbps. could have been a good camera, instead it seems they thought they could get away with 8yr old tech or such.. kind of a joke of a camera, in 2024

[@Crlarl]

If you want 4:2:2 10-bit, I think you're better suited to use the HC-X1500.

[@user-rm5rm9xg1q]

Les amateurs de photos veulent des appareils bcp plus petits et les fabricants nous sortent des engins de plus en plus gros. Cherchez l'erreur. Un appareil doit pouvoir tenir dans une poche, alors svp, mettez vous au boulot plutôt que de nous augmenter les pixels.

[@j.whisper2379]

I have a Lumix FZ80. Worst camera I own! Never in good focus! I also have a Sony HX400V. A bit shorter lens, and more expensive, but a much better camera! The Panasonic is basically cheap garbage!

[@techtravellens]

What a waste of resources Panasonic 😞

[@TheRealRichardWong]

Think of it this way, if this camera sells well and helps them make money, that will help them pay for other expenses and more R&D. While we all want the best high end camera with some ground breaking tech, those expensive cameras don't usually sell that many compare to the cheaper more budget friendly models

[@peterdisbury]

FZ80D 👎😂 1200mm F2.8 - F5.9👎😂 (1200mm F2.8 Continuous)👍 NOT Weatherized 👎😂 1 Rear Mode dial👎😂 18MP Resolution 🫳 EVF 2.36M dot 👍 LCD Touch Fixed 👎 1/2000 Mech Shutter 🫳 No Mic Port 👎😂 $450-$500?👎😂 Cheap build design👎😂 DFD 👎😂 This camera will end up in the dump😂😂, cannot do well in low light👎 tiny sensor designed for the Beach and brightly lit areas 👎. Rolling shutter for video😂👎. I bought the FZ80 and it was terrible👎👎 had the FZ70 before and it was really bad👎👎 FZ80D should sell for $250😂😂😂🦍

[@Truth_seeker-bl5mi]

I want one....only if camera brands bring back bridge cameras

[@vaffanculoamammata-wj7zc]

Hi Richard, but not there is any difference with the previous model? Only a D in the name? 😅

[@TheRealRichardWong]

hmm i did list the difference in the review :P

[@vaffanculoamammata-wj7zc]

@@TheRealRichardWong but there is not nothing of important. After 7 years... 😔 They could have improved at least a few more important aspects. I insert an effective electronic stavikization. or review the fz300 which has a much more interesting optics with constant f2.8 aperture. an fz 2000 with phase af and the new stabilization system would be the best. 🥳

[@TheRealRichardWong]

yes agree. This is really a "facelift" i.e. minor update. I would LOVE to see more changes. Unfortunately the problem with just adding one or two feature means there are usually a lot of under the hood changes required. Hopefully we will see new version of Panasonic's other point and shoot/bridge cameras with more improvements in the near future