Panasonic bridge camera with 24x Leica zoom covering 25-600mm equiv and 1080p video.
The Panasonic Lumix FZ62 is a bridge camera featuring a 16.1-megapixel MOS sensor with a 24x Leica DC Vario-Elmar zoom lens covering a 25-600mm equivalent range. The bridge camera format combines the convenience of an all-in-one design with an SLR-style body and electronic viewfinder for a familiar shooting experience.
The camera offers manual exposure controls, RAW shooting capability, and 1080p video recording alongside fully automatic modes. The optical image stabilisation helps at longer focal lengths, and the built-in flash provides fill light when needed. The 3-inch LCD screen tilts for high and low-angle compositions.
Build quality is consumer-grade with a comfortable grip and clear control layout. The electronic viewfinder provides eye-level viewing in bright conditions where the LCD screen is difficult to see. The camera is self-contained — the fixed zoom lens eliminates the need to carry or purchase additional lenses.
On the used market, the FZ62 offers a versatile all-in-one camera at very low prices. For casual photographers wanting more reach and control than a compact camera or smartphone can provide, it delivers a complete photographic solution with the 600mm equivalent telephoto reach that excels at wildlife and sports viewing.