Compact superzoom bridge camera with a fixed lens.
The Panasonic Lumix FZ62 (DMC-FZ62) is a consumer bridge super-zoom camera featuring a 24× optical zoom (24-580mm equivalent) and a 16MP sensor. Panasonic's FZ series offered high-ratio zoom in a DSLR-styled body with manual controls for enthusiast photographers.
16MP sensor, 24× optical zoom (24–576mm equivalent), 1080p Full HD video, Power OIS stabilisation, 3-inch LCD, manual and program exposure modes.
The FZ62 provides a wide zoom range for travel, wildlife, and sports photography without the need for multiple lenses. The 24mm wide end is useful for environmental photography; 576mm gives strong reach for wildlife. Power OIS aids sharp telephoto shots.
Test zoom across the full range. Verify OIS function at telephoto. Check LCD for dead pixels. Confirm all exposure modes work. Test 1080p video. Check battery charge capacity.