Panasonic LUMIX FZ28 Point & Shoot Camera
The Panasonic DMC-FZ28 is a 10MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 720p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Panasonic LUMIX FZ28 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
Key Features — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
10MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3648x2736 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday photography.
Optical Image Stabilization: OIS reduces camera shake without digital processing, helping produce sharper images at longer focal lengths or in lower light.
Electronic Viewfinder (EVF): 201,600-dot EVF provides an alternative to the LCD for composing shots in bright outdoor conditions.
2.7-Inch LCD Display: 230,000-dot TFT LCD screen for reviewing images and composing shots in typical shooting conditions.
Face Detection & Subject Tracking AF: Contrast Detection autofocus with Face Detection and subject tracking across 9 focus points helps keep moving subjects sharp.
Built-In Pop-Up Flash: Reaches up to 8.5 meters with flash bracketing of ±2.0 EV in 0.3 EV steps for exposure control in varied lighting.
Camera Specifications — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Wildlife, Macro |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 10MP |
| Processor | Venus Engine IV |
| ISO Range | 100 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9 |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3648x2736 |
| Burst Rate | 2.5 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 720p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
The Panasonic LUMIX FZ28 is a point-and-shoot camera powered by a 10MP sensor in a 1/2.3-inch format, processed by the Venus Engine IV image processor. It delivers still images at up to 3648x2736 pixels across five color profiles — Standard, Natural, Vivid, Black & White, and Sepia — and supports burst shooting at 2.5fps. An ISO range of 100–1600 provides workable sensitivity across lighting conditions.
The camera records video at up to 720p at 30fps in 8-bit depth. Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) helps counteract camera shake. The autofocus system combines Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF, and subject tracking across 9 focus points. A 2.7-inch TFT LCD at 230,000 dots pairs with an EVF at 201,600 dots for flexible framing.
The built-in pop-up flash reaches up to 8.5 meters with ±2.0 EV flash bracketing in 0.3 EV steps. The CGA-S006 Li-Ion battery is rated for approximately 460 shots (CIPA). The body measures 118 x 75 x 89 mm and weighs 417g, with no weather sealing.
Pros — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
- ✓Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) helps reduce camera shake without digital processing penalties
- ✓Built-in pop-up flash reaches up to 8.5 meters with flash bracketing of ±2.0 EV in 0.3 EV steps
- ✓Both an Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) at 201,600 dots and a 2.7-inch LCD display offer flexible composition options
Cons — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
- ✗No weather sealing, making the camera unsuitable for use in rain or dusty environments
- ✗Maximum ISO of 1600 is limited by modern standards, restricting low-light performance
- ✗Video is capped at 720p 30fps with only a Standard color profile, offering minimal video flexibility
Videos — Panasonic DMC-FZ28
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 review — Gordon Laing










