Effective Pixels:
8.1 million effective pixels on a 1/2.5 inch CCD, total pixels approx 8.3 million.

Lens:
18x Leica DC Vario Elmarit optical zoom lens; 4.6-82.8mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 28-504mm); f2.8-4.2; Digital zoom: up to 4x

Zoom:
18x optical (28-504mm) / up to 4x digital.

Image Stabiliser:
Yes, Mega Optical Image Stabiliser (Mega OIS).

Memory:
Internal memory of 27Mb plus SD / SDHC memory card slot.

Power:
Rechargeable lithium ion battery. Optional AC adapter also available.

PictBridge Compatible:
Yes.

LCD Screen:
2.5 inch, TFT colour LCD (approx 230,000 pixels).

ISO Sensitivity:
Automatic, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1250, 1600.

Focus:
1cm close focus in macro close up mode.

Weight:
Approx 360g without batteries and memory card.

Dimensions:
117.6 x 75.3 x 88.2mm (W x H x D).

Box Contents:
Panasonic FZ18 camera
USB cable
AV cable
Strap
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery charger
Lens cap
Lens adapter
Lens hood
Software CD-ROM

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 13th June 2008

Question: Is it worth me buying a clear filter for my FZ18 simply to protect the lens. As an amateur photographer, this is a relatively high spec camera for me and I want to ensure I get the most from it.

Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, it would be worth getting one purely to protect the front element of the lens for times when the hood might not be attached to the camera. The FZ18 has a 46mm filter thread. Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 27th May 2008

Question: Hi, I would like a circular polarising filter and a uv filter for my Panasonic FZ18 - are there any available, if so what do i need to look for? thanks.

Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, the lens on the Panasonic FZ18 has a 46mm filter thread so you would need to purchase this size. If you do a search on our site for 46mm filter you will see the selection we offer, there are both Kood and Hoya brands available. Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 12th May 2008

Question: Where can I find details of a suitable lens for macro photography with the FZ18 camera also price and delivery please.

Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, as this camera has a 46mm filter thread on the lens then you can attached close up filters to enhance the cameras close up ability. Follow this link to view the options available, the larger the + number the more powerful and closer you can get: http://www.bristolcameras.co.uk/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=46mm+close Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 19th March 2008

Question: Does the FZ18 have an underwater case?

Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, there is no Panasonic housing available but the Ewa Marine D-A housing is suitable. This housing is depth rated to 30 metres and is available on our website. For best results use the optional Ewa Marine C-A55 adapter and the optional Panasonic DMW-LA3E lens adapter. Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 15th January 2008

Question: Hello, is the mains charger supplied worldwide / dual voltage, or UK / Europe only?

Bristol Cameras Answer: The included mains battery charger is rated at 110-240 volts so would be suitable for use worldwide use along with the relevant plug adapter. Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 4th January 2008

Question: What charger is supplied and is the battery removed for charging?

Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, you get a mains battery charger in the box which is just for charging a single battery. The battery is removed from the camera to charge it. There are other chargers available such as the Hahnel Powerstation Ultima which will allow quicker charger and also the option to charge the battery from the car cigarette lighter socket. Follow this link to this product: http://www.bristolcameras.co.uk/p-hahnel-powerstation-ultima-panasonic.htm Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 4th January 2008

Question: How do you affix a 46mm UV filter to FZ18? Thanks!

Bristol Cameras Answer: The FZ18 has a 46mm filter thread on the front of the lens for attaching filters. Use the optional DMW-LA3 lens adapter for attaching heavier items such as telephoto and wide angle conversion lenses. Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 19th December 2007

Question: Is there a UV filter available? What is its size in mm?

Bristol Cameras Answer: The actual lens has a 46mm filter thread for filters only. A Hoya 46mm UV filter is available here: http://www.bristolcameras.co.uk/p-hoya-46mm-haze-uv.htm Or via the optional DMW-LA3 lens adapter you can attached 55mm accessories such as Panasonics wide angle or telephoto conversion lenses. Hope this is of help to you.

Panasonic Lumix FZ18 Question

Date Added: 8th November 2007

Question: Does the lumix FZ18 have diopter eye adjustment for the electronic viewfinder?

Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, yes the FZ18's electronic viewfinder does have a dioptre adjustment dial to the left of the viewfinder. It provides a correction range of +/- 4 dioptre, allowing the viewfinder to be adjusted to most peoples eyesight.