I'm still using my FZ1000, and it's still performing impeccably. As I exclusively use it for photography (I don't take advantage of the video features), there's no doubt that the versatility it provides is key. Also, it has both RAW format, and a 1 inch sensor, neither of which were common in bridge cameras at the time it was made (those, plus the 25-400 mm lens, with a max aperture of f4.0 at full zoom, are the primary reasons I purchased this, and they're what keep me going back to it whenever I'm doing serious photography, i.e. when a cellphone camera just won't do). Also, I'd be remiss if I didn't point out the autofocus; like, I do use manual focus a lot of the time, as it gives me a lot of control given the type of photos I'm taking, but when I'm in a rush, and a subject just isn't going to sit still for me, the autofocus is like a little laser-beam, perfectly snapping exactly what I want to see into focus. Seriously - these things were $900 USD at launch. For the price, they give you serious quality. Maybe not quite what a DSLR will give you (especially in the low-light, high ISO ranges), but to get the versatility that the FZ1000 offers would require spending upwards of $3,000 USD for a decent entry-level DSLR and zoom lens (Canon sells a 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 lens for $2,200 USD - I'm sure the image quality it produces is excellent, but is it excellent ENOUGH to spend that money when you can spend $900 on something that'll get you 90% of the way there...with a slightly-larger max-zoom aperture, PLUS being able to shoot at 25 mm, instead of 100 mm, when fully zoomed-out?).

@BradHolkesvig

Жыл бұрын

I just read your comment and I have the same camera that I bought from a guy in January of 2022 that he got for a present several years ago. He only took about 12 shots with it so it was like brand new to me. I paid 290 euros for it and I have taken many thousands of shots with it since then. It still for sale in a big mall here in Barcelona for 799 euros but last fall it was on sale for a few months for 500 euros. So I got quite a bargain when I bought this camera. There are so many different settings on this camera that it will take me another few years just to learn what it's capable of doing because of my poor memory. I used the camera of my android phone for 4 years but this camera is superior to that old phone that doesn't work anymore. I have used the 4k video recorder in his camera and it produces very high quality videos on my laptop. I would love to see them on a big screen to see how good a quality my videos are but so far, I haven't checked that out. As far as the photos, I share them in several groups that I'm involved with on three different social media platforms and now I have many followers who love them. I know that it's the kind of shots I take that makes a good photo but this camera has motivated me to take at least 2000 shots per week because it's so much easier to operate than my old android phone camera which always took a bit of time to get ready for a shot so it was useless in street photography when I needed to get a quick shot of certain people, dogs, etc. This camera works very fast and if I see an subject way in the distance, the zoom works fast to bring it into full view for me to take the shot. I would never go back to a phone camera that I would have to pay more than 1,000 euros for to get similar quality of photos and videos.

@wildlifelvr7929

4 ай бұрын

@volcanoman, have you used this camera for wildlife, birds in flight. I'm going to Alaska and needing a good camera to hopefully capture some eagles & whales. Thanks for any input.

@VoIcanoman

4 ай бұрын

​@@wildlifelvr7929 Unfortunately, I haven't really done much of that kind of photography. I mean, I've given it a shot a few times, but the reality is that when you're zoomed in to the max, it's hard to capture the exact moment when the bird is in frame. That said, if you set the camera to a burst setting, and used a low f-stop and high shutter speed (plus manually setting focus to infinity), I think you'd have a decent chance of getting some good shots. I just don't have the patience (and birds generally don't stick around waiting for me to get the right settings selected!). Also, 400 mm zoom (35 mm equivalent) is awesome (especially given the size of the sensor), but I don't know that it would meet all of your needs (depends on how close the birds are willing to come, I suppose). The FZ1000 is obviously a very good camera, offering a lot of versatility for a not-so-expensive price (also, when you're on a trip somewhere, it's a huge pain to carry around a bag with multiple lenses in addition to the camera body, so being able to do 80-90% of what the DSLR + 3 lenses can do, without having that drawback, is a big advantage). Personally, I think it would perform better than other cameras of similar type (as they generally have smaller sensors, which makes their frequently-superior zoom magnitude a lot less useful), but it wouldn't come close to the result you could get with a DSLR and a decent zoom lens. I have taken plenty of photos of birds NOT flying with it though, and it has never let me down for that application.

I love how I watch all these reviews and still I’m no closer to picking a f***** camera!

@KutWrite

6 жыл бұрын

That's where an old store comes in. We used to be able to fondle each camera. One would feel better & we'd buy it.

@Whiskyreviews

5 жыл бұрын

Get the canon 77d

@cataclysmic911

5 жыл бұрын

G9, Stills. GH5, Video. Period.

@dragonfist25

5 жыл бұрын

Truth 💯

@MightiestArm

4 жыл бұрын

I relate to this comment so much

I have this camera for 3 months now and WOW. Great for video! Yes it does not have the headphones but you can get general idea of the volume by the level meter. It has 4K but most people are not ready to view 4K, however the 1080p 50p is buttery smooth. No stepless aperture but the auto ISO gets this covered in most situations. I was very tempted to buy an RX10 but in my country it is $120-$130 more.

Fantastic review. A ton of people are eager to hear professionals opinion on a comparison between these two and you guys were first to deliver. You guys always do a great job.

You should have millions more subscribers in my opinion. Clear useful facts as well as excellent editing. I look forward to seeing your hopefully quickly increased success. Good job and thanks for the helpful video.

@saymyname218

5 жыл бұрын

Yo....I just brought one on basis of this video

I'm writing about a six year old review. But the FZ1000 is still on the market, which speaks well for the camera. One question your review didn't answer for me...will the camera do time exposure stills, and if so for what durations?

You and your video partner are a great combo and a perfect fit for these videos. Fluid presentation, informative and fun to watch. Good work.

Nice and comprehensive review. Like the assertiveness and guidance of the final comments.

This guy is Deco, I didnt know that he retired after play in Barcelona FC...

Wow, I don't know if I am alone with this view, but IMHO the cinematography of this review was really striking. Great job guys. This is another impressive review, very tastefully done and with fantastic overall quality. Cheers to Jordan, Chris and Levi!

Thanks a bunch for all the camera reviews. It really helped me to decide which to get. This camera isn't new by any means, but I decided to just go ahead and buy it, anyways. I'm very happy with it. It's been less than a week and I'm getting the best photos I've ever had of my daughter. Wish I would have gotten it when it came out.

Hey there.. hmmm mr. Criss Niccolls still look young (of course also mr. Jordan behind there :) but the spirit don't even degrade a bit to this day. Hope other channel not terminated as DPReview did. as many other's just so encourage by this team good work.

I have the FZ1000 for 3 months now and I LOVE IT!!

One of the best reviews that I've seen. It's now older camera but I still may get this nice used one on the bay.

Thanks for an extremely helpful video, great you mentioned the 37mm vs 25mm in 4K, I wouldn't have thought of that. I was on the edge of my seat incase the camera hit the ground, no strap? Small point but could be expensive

impressed by the sophisticated low-light test for video!

Love your videos! All are informative and the presentation is unrivaled. Thx!

On the Intelligent Auto setting, you can go to the menu and link on IA+. You can then go up to 800 mm. This is the only setting where that's possible.

What a great review of this new camera. Pro presentation all the way! Great job!

Love this camera as an all-in-one, run-and-gun camera, to shoot macro to normal and zoom. And to obtain f4.0 at 400mm is something most cameras and lenses won't give you. It is the ONLY camera in my history of camera I purchased twice. Bought it when it first released in mid-2014. Used it through February of this year, then sold it. After a lapse of time I regretted that move and repurchased again on auction. Loving the welcome home of round two of this camera. Am now considering the Canon G5x which just released today here in Japan. That will fill the gap for me when I want compactness in low light conditions (pub, party, etc.) providing a brighter lens (f1.8 - f2.8, RX100 competitor) and then the FZ1000 can fill in with f2.8 - f4.0 for all other normal shooting environments... macro, normal or zoom.

I've been waiting eagerly to hear everything you've just confirmed for me! My biggest concern is the weather seal, and that's not a big concern! :D

Jordan, just got to compliment you on the scene transition at 5:30. So smooth.

You can freely select focus areas on GH4 too. Lumix GH4 free multizone autofocus

I bought the Sony alpha a6000 about a 2 weeks ago. My school lent me this Lumix 2 days after and I am having quite a bit of trouble deciding if I should return the Sony and get the Lumix. Great video also!

Especially for these long bridge cameras, please put the focal length on the sample shots, along with aperture, shutter, etc.

Wow new cameras are coming thick and fast - great review btw

I really appreciate your frank and honest review videos. They are among the best on the web. I'm giving up my Canon 60d and trying to decide between the GX7, Sony a6000 and this camera. I'm not a pro and do little to no video. I've always thought I needed interchangeable lenses but no this camera makes me wonder why. I haven't made up my mind yet but your vids are helping. Thanks and keep them coming.

Stabilizer works displaying the zoom at 400 mm, thank you very much.

Exceptional review! The camera should do fine in light rain or sprinkle. Not in heavy rain, but don't underestimate it.

A fantastic way of reviewing. Now, that's what I call hands-on! Hope you will be able to shoot a video on the Mark2 version - esp when it comes to various focus options advertised, such as Depth From Defocus.

I'm looking for a low price amateur documentary filming 4k camera, I really wanted the 4k to future proof. This looked very tempting but one thing that erked me was the low light iso rating for video. What would you guys say is a good choice in my situation?

@ManolitoMystiq

8 жыл бұрын

+RockstarLittle The LX-100.

@alanpeterson2160

5 жыл бұрын

@@ManolitoMystiq does the LX-100 record time-lapse video ?

@feikemanting5258

3 жыл бұрын

hey just wondering, what did u end up going with. Im in the same boat rn

It has been confirmed on multiple rumor sites that indeed the FZ1000 has the same sensor as the RX10.

that's a perfect camera, sharp focus ! and resionable price. i will think about it.

Great review I am liking this Panny. I had a small point and shoot, and loved it. It was so much fun. I think I have a FZ1000 in my future. Again I love your channel, and reviews. Great job!

Excellent review - thanks

Thanks for the informative review. Well done.

Thanks for your review. It was very informative and fair. I bought this camera when it came out and I have gotten some amazing pics with it. I love the really long zoom and never having to carry and change lenses. I haven't done much with video using this camera. I think that was because I prefer the convenience of getting video with my Samsung Galaxy S9 plus. I might check out the 4K setting. I don't like when cameras crop the video on 4k. That might be why I never used it.

Great review guys! Nice to see competition for Sony RX10, I always liked that camera but price was to high.

Looks like a great all purpose travel camera.

I'm very impressed with FZ1000 but i'd like some clarifications please: - Does any image stabilisation work when recording 4K or high speed? - Does Manual exposure work for High speed videos? - Does manual exposure Work when shooting in any B&W photo mode? - is it possible to downscale from 4K to Full Hd in-camera? - is it possible to select PAL/NTSC independently? Thanks

I am waiting for your LX vs RX comparison. We know that the first is coming. ;) Greta review as always. :)

Great review once again guys. I procrastinated on buying the RX10 and thing I will buy the FZ. Can't believe they would omit a headphone jack and ND filter though, which would have made the FZ unbelievable.

The FZ 1000 seems to be a fantastic choice, though, like TCS said I wish there were better codecs and bit rates for the 1080p mode. Also, I love were these bridge camera's are going.. In the future, these could come up with even bigger sensors, which means, even better IQ and much better high ISO performance.

Another great review, thank you guys!

I have ordered my Panasonic FZ1000 yesterday on amazon.de for only 710,- euros included shipping, tax and handling (I get it delivered saturday 23rd of januari together with 2 U3 64Gb SD cards and screenprotector for 789,43 euro included shipping, tax and handling!). I really think this camera will be hard to beat right now in price and quality. I watched a lot of UHD video's shot with the FZ1000 and I am really impressed with the quality (just make sure you shoot in 4k/UHD always and downgrade to 1080p eventually). Like stated in the description: the 20,1 Megapixel 1" sensor, 4K recording, f2.8-4 zoomlens, fast autofocus, microphone in (more important for me then headphone out really, i just put in my Roland binaural microphones in and i have the best 3d sound experience together with sharp 4k video) and the fact it has a built in flash and flash hotshoe for triggering big flash units really made me order this camera. Also the very good viewfinder and articulating screen, Clean HDMI output plus it can be operated on your smartphone by WiFi makes it really one of the best camera's out there at this moment. I just need to order some extra batterys, UV filter, variable ND filter and (if it's compatible) an Atomos Ninja2 HDMI recorder.

I have no idea what youre talking about but this was an excellent review. Thank you!!

could you do the full review of Leica V-Lux type 114 please,its a same body to FZ1000 but got more feature

Well done! This is pushing me more towards just a GX8 for serious shooting and keeping my older Canon S95 as the grabber camera. Maybe someday upgrade that to maybe an LX20 if they create one.

The amount and variety of nature around Calgary is just astonishing. Here I live with 10 million others on the size of a postage stamp with only small scale nature and the rest of the greenery is fenced off farmland with an amount of barbed wire trench diggers in WW1 would be proud of.

*_.. THAT BEING SAID .._*

@ifilm4k856

9 жыл бұрын

haha. that being said this is a great camera! i picked one up yesterday.. im going to upload lots of 4K videos!

@ARCUS1200

9 жыл бұрын

iFilm4K I ordered mine yesterday and get it delivered next saturday! What's your experience with the camera right now? I payed 710.00 euro's for the camera only and even if the photographs will suck it will be hard to beat in price anyway when recording 4k video only at this moment. Even the LX100 is more expensive :-)

@ARCUS1200

9 жыл бұрын

***** I have looked into the Sony as well yes, but that one was more expensive (and I like also to make pictures eventually, which is pretty good with this camera due to the slightly bigger sensor probably). At this moment I take both Canon 6D with a couple of L lenses and the FZ1000 with me (the Panasonic for UHD filming and the Canon for images most of the time).

@cataclysmic911

5 жыл бұрын

Hate that saying. Once in a discussion. Any more, I walk.

Very, very good review. Thank you!

Thanks for helping a Prime Day purchase!

Awesome review, very informative. It answers a lot of my questions. I'm looking to buy this camera. :)

I have the LUMIX. FZ1000. Wow. Best camera for the money. Does it all.

Great review...wish you had mentioned a couple other important items such as 5 axis image stabilization and 120FPS video.

Excellent digital camera! I have a Panasonic Lumix FH 8 and already put almost 6000 photos in Panoramio and Google Views. I want to buy a Panasonic FZ 200 soon. Visit Brazil!

Do you guys remember if it has a Recording Time Limit? and how good was the AF on Video mode? Thanks guys, i always watch your reviews and you guys do a great job. Thanks for your time.

Planning on getting one of these in January on my trip to the US. But I have a problem: I just gave up on using my Nikon D7000: I guess we are not all going to be artistic photographers who can learn to use manual settings very well, and I really got tired of having to handle and take care of many changeable lenses [I got me a 50mm Prime, and a 24-85mm Prime] and lugging. I just got tired and realised I simply should go back to [more or less] a simple Point and Shoot. So I have put my D7000 out on sale. [Went back to my old, simple Olympus SP 800UZ point and shoot for now.] But since I can afford it, I want to get something that is bigger and better [BUT still can be used as a basic Point and Shoot, more or less.]. The FZ1000 seems to fit! I take family pictures and pictures on the range, with some close-ups of firearms I'm working on. Yes, I print a few, but most go online. Now, my question is - can I use the FZ1000 as a "higher-level" point-and-shoot type camera? Now, I know it is why its called a "Bridge" camera, but I would really like to know. Can I just put this in "Auto" setting and use this for reasonably good holiday snaps, family stuff, zoomed pics etc? Without seeming like a twerp? [Apologies to all twerps out there!] I have been DROOLING over this FZ1000!

do we need to buy DSLR ?

Chris, Jordan, Thanks for this review. Would like an update review + comparison on all Bridge/Superzoom cameras with 1" sensor available in the market: - Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 Mark II - Leica V-Lux 5 - Panasonic Lumix FZ2000/3000 - Canon Powershot G3X - Sony Cybershot RX10 Mark IV Thanks

Nice. Looks like pain hit a home run . If you want to use a mic check out shure, they have a mic that you can monitor your audio with your headpones and record a second track. Great review..

Excellent review. I would choose RX10 because weather sealing, better Full HD video features, headphone jack, and constant aperture mean more to me, albeit more expensive yet affordable if you just save up for it. Give it some time, as 4K is still rather new and very limited in most households right now, although the technology itself is already quite old in movie theaters. There is already 8K but will be years before that exists in consumer cameras.

Great review as always but you hardly mention the image stabilisation and that really important on a 600mm focal length and 4K video. I mean in someway this is competition for the much more expensive run and gun Canon XC10 not only a xmas vacation dog and kids camera. Thank as gain for your great work.

nice easy review great ill get one on new future

Chris, why don't you use the strap when you handle cameras??? It gives me the butterflies when you shoot near water! (Great Video guys!!!) :D

Really good hands-on so quickly after the release. I am wondering about 1 thing though. With the d3300 review you guys said something like canon did better do something with their entry-level. They released the 1200d since that review. Is it so bad that you guys ain't interested in making a small video?

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Considering the price and the 4K capability

Good review Chris !

awesome review!!! "very, very" good :) !!! love this camera!

good review, but one thing missing was mentioning the IS during filming. Panasonic has a great hybrid IS on camcorders, would be nice to see if it is any good here. Compared with the Gh4 which doesn't have IS. but you didn't mention it. :(

What a close-up.... to the Panasonic Payroll.... or ???? Impressing !

TheCameraStoreTV thx for the review! Chris for my taste delivers just the adequate information density. Regarding the FZ1000 I wonder if you could get better results experimenting with the white balance, since it obviously has a slight green cast. Maybe low light colors would get better with an adjusted white balance(with whitegreen paper in front?). Also good to know was, if low light grain of the GH4 is so much superior justifying an extra 1000 bugs. Especially because you won't get a comparable Leica lens(or is there?) for flexability.

June 2017, just bought the FZ1000. Now for 620$, can't say no to that. I looked and looked and the only alternative to the FZ1000 is the Sony which cost around 1000$ more. For 620$ it's a no brainer.

In the description you mention it has a 25-400mm f/2.8-4 lens, which I hate to say is incorrect. In 35mm terms, the lens is equivalent to a 25-400mm f/7.6-10.8, since you also have to multiply the aperture by the crop factor :) Great video nonetheless, I always enjoy watching TCSTV so keep up the great work.

@jasonsong86

10 жыл бұрын

well actually it is still f/2.8-4 in terms of light hitting the sensor. its the depth of field (bokeh) equivalent to a f/7.6-10.8 on a 35mm camera.

@MississippiParkour

10 жыл бұрын

Not this again...

@rufus001

10 жыл бұрын

Spot on Lewis! It's pointless to convert one figure to a 35mm equivalent but not the other.

@LewisGething

10 жыл бұрын

PeeHooo I didn't say that the light intensity changed. My point was that converting the focal length to 35mm equivalent but not the aperture is wrong.

@rufus001

10 жыл бұрын

Lewis Gething I simply don't understand why people don't get it Lewis. Why quote an uncorrected figure next to a corrected 35mm figure? Just say 25-400mm fov(35mm equiv) and nobody would complain.

What about AE-LOCK in video mode? Can we lock exposure or not? Older cameras like FZ28 can not lock exposure!

Can you explain the punch in issue in 4K again? I thought cropping 4K in post makes for a tighter shot anyways?

@TheCameraStoreTV

10 жыл бұрын

The sensor crops significantly when switching to 4K recording. This is before you do a digital crop in post. If you want 4K, but like to shoot wider angles, the GH4 is a better bet. Jordan @ TCSTV

Still such a great camera even after 4 years, for a photographer at least.

Well i have one on order but looking at page 21 of the manual it says 4k and 50/60P AVCHD is only available in manual mode,this cant be can it,there are always times when i leave my cameras recording on auto mode,when light is continualy changing lets say from cloud to sun very often.

I prefer deep/long depth of field for videos when [almost] everything is in focus. Will this camera be able to achieve this with its minimum aperture of f8? Would FZ200 be a better choice for this? Thank you

Maybe you know that - Is there really a 30 min. rec limit - Also with the NTSC (aka US) model? AND: Is there a live view out possible over the HDMI or not?

If you were in a situation where video just edged out photography...say 60/40...would you choose the FZ1000 of the Pentax K-3? Or something else in that same price point? At this point 4K is not a necessity. Thanks! PS...What do you use to film your KZread videos? The quality is exceptional.

Thanks a lot. Really thinking is it worth it to get the big brother or two of these for my business.

Great review ! Shooting video, is there any *slow* zooming capability? - maybe using the zoom ring not the zoom button? That's the main minor complaint I have for my FZ-200 - 2 speeds zoom button but not smart enough - low speed still much too quick during a video shoot...

Is this a good camera for real estate photography?...A wide angle is a must but the poor low light functionality worries me for indoor pics. I'm a total newbie who has been using a cheap Canon powershot sd880 for several years. I've read that the lower model Panasonic Fz70 Lumix is good for low light.

400mm doesn't seem zoomed in much. When you zoomed into that purple flower that was about 6 feet away from you the flower didn't even fill the frame. I guess I'd like to see more zoom!

you guys are quick!

being a pricy camera,one would think to use a camera strap. but this is just me

Will it give you manual audio level adjustment? I'm looking for a B camera to my GH4 for color consistency. Goodbye XA10.....

hi,,,I've got one of these,,,,great video,,,but it cuts itself off at 29 minutes,,,,,is there a way around this stopping point ?

I'm looking for a huge quality upgrade from my Canon SX-40HS. During my last trip I hated carrying it, and in the end it still made crappy shots during the evening or night. My main candidates were Nikon P7800 and Olympus Stylus 1. I would gladly consider Canon G1X M2, but a lot of the shots that I like from my vacations are taken with ~240mm, so the Canon has to pass. Now, I really love the articulated screens on this FZ1000, as do I love it on P7800. So the dillema: FZ1000 - too big. Also, I'm not going to need 4k video and that much zoom, so I'd be paying for things I don't need. P7800 - not enough zoom. Olympus Stylus 1 - screen is not articulated, and I'm not sure you can set the aperture (everyone keeps saying it's constant) and I don't have the budget for the RX10 Can you please do a review like "best sightseeing and night life capturing camera that's also good for selfies"? Features that would be good for it are: 1. Portability (don't wanna carry anything big and heavy, especially when your messenger bag is already full of shopping goods) 2. Good night shots in an illuminated city. And good video in low light. 3. Ability to narrow the angle for exclusive portraits (don't want many other people in the photo) and for approaching different sights. I'd say 240-250mm is about enough for this. At narrower angles it's hard to feel the photo and understand its contents, and there's often fog or smog that over long distances makes the photo washed out. 4. Selfies. Articulated screens are awesome. You don't need to look for strangers to take lame photos of you. Get those 2 faces in, look at the screen what you'll obtain and bingo! Like, if someone made a camera with 24-240mm lens, 2-2.8 aperture, 1/1.7" or if I'm lucky, a 1" CMOS sensor, articulated screen and relatively compact size, I'd be SOOOO happy.

Will you be getting your hands on the FZ2000 and doing a field test?

U didn't talk about the 400mm zoom much, reason im interested in it

good review as always. Doesn't panasonic have a 3rd camera coming out with 4k soon? and what do you use for audio on these videos, i heard 0 wind

Great review guys!! Subscribed. Wanting to get in photography. Would u recommend this as my first SLR?

Cool montage music at the intro

Hi! Thanks for your helpful review. In have some questions to you...Is it true that the external mic in fx1000 doesnt work during the 4k filming? I want to buy one of these camera's. Which one is better do you think? For me are zoom and smooth video very important. 1- Lumix fz1000 2- Canon 750d 3- Nikon D5300

Great review video of the new Panasonic camera FZ 1000 i have the FZ 48 and use the macro zoom quite a lot does this camera have the Macro zoom?

I'm wondering what do u guys think now since the RX10 price is now $999. & the new codec they added, does that change your mind @ all ?

7:45 It's 100Mbit/sec and not 100MB/sec. Quite a difference. That being said, It's funny that everyone needs 4k so badly right now. Like world piece or AIDS.