Used Panasonic Lumix FZ38 Digital Camera
Condition & contents
| Grading | Excellent condition, all buttons/functions working well, shows little signs of use. |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 12 month warranty |
| Includes | Battery/Strap/Charger |
At a glance: Panasonic Lumix FZ38 - 2009 18x superzoom bridge camera with Leica-branded lens.
About this lens
The Panasonic Lumix FZ38 is a 2009-era superzoom bridge camera - 12MP CCD sensor, 18x optical zoom (27-486mm equivalent), Leica-branded lens. A classic mid-2000s bridge camera for photographers who want DSLR-style handling without interchangeable lenses.
Build & handling
| Type | Superzoom bridge camera |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 12 megapixel 1/2.33" CCD |
| Lens | Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 18x optical zoom (equiv. 27-486mm), f/2.8-4.4 |
| Image stabilisation | Mega O.I.S. |
| Video | 720p at 30fps |
| Screen | 2.7-inch LCD |
| Weight | 397g |
Works with
- Uses SD card storage
- No interchangeable lenses - fixed zoom
Best for
A heritage Panasonic bridge camera - 18x zoom, Leica-certified optics, 12MP CCD. The FZ series was popular for birding, travel and general superzoom use in its era. Modern bridge cameras (FZ330, FZ2000, FZ82, FZ1000) have larger sensors or more zoom; the FZ38 remains useable for casual superzoom needs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leica branding meaningful?
Yes - Panasonic's Leica partnership means lenses are certified to Leica's optical standards. The FZ series benefits from genuinely good optical performance for a bridge-camera zoom.
Specifications
| Type | Compact Digital |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | Compact Sensor |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Panasonic |