| General | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Sigma |
| Model | Lumix DMC-FZ300 | DP1 |
| Predecessor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | |
| Successor Model | Sigma DP1s | |
| MSRP | $599 | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Bridge | Advanced Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 20.7 x 13.8 mm |
| Total Pixels | 12.8 Megapixel | 14 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 12.1 Megapixel | 5 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 100 - 800 |
| Photo | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Venus Engine | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Other Resolutions | 4:3 (3264 x 2448, 2048 x 1536), 3:2 (4000 x 2672, 3264 x 2176, 2048 x 1360), 16:9 (4000 x 2248, 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080), 1:1 (2992 x 2992, 2448 x 2448, 1920 x 1920) | 1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, standard | Fine, Normal, Basic |
| Bit Depth | 36-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4 | Auto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom |
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View | Single Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 49 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 4.5 - 108 mm | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 25 - 600 mm | 28 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 24x | 1x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 30 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 1 cm | |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fully Articulated | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 2.50" |
| Screen Resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 1,440k dot |
| Shutter | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronically controlled lens shutter | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 60 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/16000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 12.0 fps | |
| Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Up to 60 fps at 12.1 MP Up to 30 fps at 8 MP for up to 53 Frames |
| Flash | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto auto w/redeye reduction forced on forced on w/redeye reduction slow sync slow sync w/redeye reduction forced off | Unknown |
| Flash Range | 8.80 m at Auto ISO | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter Priority | Auto, [P] Program AE, [S] Shutter Priority AE, [A] Aperture Priority AE, [M] Manual, AE Lock, Exposure Compensation (±3EV in 1/3 EV Increments), Auto Bracketing (3 frames in 1/3EV stop increments up to ±3EV) |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±3 (3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
| Video | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Recording Modes | AVCHD/MP4 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p at 29.97/59.94 fps 1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps 640 x 480 at 29.97/240 fps | |
| Interval Recording | ||
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | |
| Max Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| IP Streaming |
| Terminals | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Input | |
| Other I/O | 1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Data Output 1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input | |
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Mini | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Mono |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Mobile App Compatible |
| Environmental | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117 mm (5.2 x 3.62 x 4.61") | 113 x 60 x 50 mm (4.45 x 2.36 x 1.97") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 691 g (1.52 lb / 24.37 oz) | 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.6 x 6.2 x 5.1" | 10 x 5.5 x 4" |
| Package Weight | 2.715 lb |
| Power and Storage | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | BP-31 | |
| Battery Life | 300 shots | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/MMC card |
| Other | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sigma DP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (10 sec) | |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Accessory Mount | 1x Hot Shoe | |
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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