- Is the FZ80D worth it over a phone camera?
- Yes if you need real optical zoom. The 60x lens reaches subjects a phone cannot, and the viewfinder helps in bright sun. A phone still wins in low light.
- How does it compare with the FZ80?
- The FZ80D adds 4K video and RAW capture and updates the body and screen. The lens and sensor size carry over, so stills in good light look similar.
- Is the zoom usable handheld?
- Built-in stabilization helps, but at 1200mm you should brace yourself or use a support. Keep shutter speeds high for sharp telephoto shots.
- Does it shoot RAW?
- Yes. RAW files let you recover highlights and shadows, which helps given the small sensor's limited dynamic range.
- Can I add an external flash?
- Yes. It has a built-in flash and a hot shoe for external flash units, useful for indoor and fill lighting.
- What is in the box?
- Typically the camera body, battery, charger, shoulder strap and lens cap. A memory card is not included, so buy one separately.
- Where is the Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D Compact Point and Shoot 4K Digital Camera cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $477.19, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D Compact Point and Shoot 4K Digital Camera?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg, Best Buy, Abt Electronics, Adorama.