Panasonic's constant f/2.8 bridge camera — 24x zoom covering 25-600mm equiv with a 1/2.3-inch sensor.
The Panasonic Lumix FZ330 (FZ300 in some markets) launched in 2015 as a unique bridge camera offering a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout its 25-600mm equivalent 24x zoom range. The constant aperture is extraordinary for a bridge camera and enables consistent exposure throughout.
Uses a 12.1MP 1/2.3-inch MOS sensor — limited by the small sensor in low light but the constant f/2.8 helps compensate. 4K 30p video. 12fps burst. 49-area AF. The constant f/2.8 enables 1/3-stop exposure consistency impossible with variable-aperture zooms.
Built-in EVF. 3-inch vari-angle touchscreen. Splash-proof and dust-proof construction — unusual for a bridge camera. 25-600mm f/2.8 zoom. WiFi. RAW shooting. 691g. Post Focus and Focus Stacking functions. USB charging.
Available used at budget prices. The constant f/2.8 is the unique selling point — no other bridge camera offers this. The splash-proofing is also unusual. The 1/2.3-inch sensor limits quality. For outdoor photographers who want consistent exposure and weather resistance in a bridge camera.