Panasonic ZS99 Digital Camera | Black

Crafted for both travel and daily use, the Panasonic Lumix ZS99 Digital Camera is a multifunctional point-and-shoot device that seamlessly combines aesthetics and practicality for photographers of all skill levels. The ZS99 is designed to be as streamlined as possible while still featuring a 1/2.3" 20.3MP High-Sensitivity MOS sensor, a Leica DC Vario-Elmar 30x optical zoom lens, a tilting rear LCD screen that can be adjusted to face forward for selfies, and an integrated flash, all of which contribute to producing high-quality images effortlessly.

20.3MP 1/2.3" MOS Sensor

A sizable 1/2.3" 20.3MP High-Sensitivity MOS sensor achieves exceptional image quality while minimizing noise and enhancing sensitivity up to an extended ISO 6400. This combination of sensor and processor also enables continuous shooting at a rate of 30 fps at 8MP in the 4K Photo modes.

Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 30x Zoom Lens

The extensive 30x Leica DC Vario-Elmarit zoom provides a focal length range equivalent to 24-720mm, accompanied by a maximum aperture range of f/3.3-6.4. The lens design features five double-sided aspherical elements aimed at reducing spherical aberrations and distortions across the zoom range, thereby enhancing image clarity and sharpness.

Enhancing the lens's reach is a robust 5-axis Hybrid O.I.S. system that counteracts various camera movements, resulting in sharper handheld photography even in challenging lighting situations. This image stabilization system also includes a distinctive Level Shot function that automatically identifies the horizontal line of the recorded image, ensuring it remains level during shooting, irrespective of camera tilt, thus facilitating improved shooting stability.

4K Video and Photo Modes

The sensor and processor combination also enables 4K video recording at both 30p in the MP4 format at 100 Mbps. Full HD 1080p and HD 720p recording is also possible, as well as high-speed Full HD recording with 120 fps slow-motion playback.

Besides video, the 4K capabilities also permit recording 8MP stills at 30 fps in a trio of ways:

• 4K Burst: Just as with video recording, this mode will allow you to continuously record 8MP images at 30 fps for up to 15 minutes, making it ideal for instances where you need a fast frame rate in order to capture the best moment.
  
  
• 4K Pre-Burst: This mode is ideal for times when you're unsure of the critical moment to press the shutter button and will record 8MP images at 30 fps one second prior to and one second after pressing the shutter button in order to give you 60 frames to choose from.
  
  
• 4K Burst (S/S): This mode most closely follows the 4K video recording process, and allows you to playback your video, pause at the chosen moment, and use the shutter button to mark a chosen frame from the video and save it as a single 8MP frame.
  
  

Post Focus and Focus Stacking

Another feature of the 4K capabilities is a distinctive focusing technique known as Post Focus. This method operates in tandem with the 49-area contrast-detection focusing system, capturing images as a 4K MP4 file at 30 fps and adjusting the focal point throughout the burst shooting to provide a variety of unique focusing ranges to select from. During playback, you can utilize the camera's touchscreen to tap on the specific area of the image you want to be in focus, resulting in the creation of an 8MP JPEG file. From the original burst, multiple individual files with varying points of focus can be generated, and focusing assist functions can also be employed to achieve even greater precision in controlling the specific in-focus area.

Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi

• A tilting rear 3.0" 1.84m-dot touchscreen LCD monitor allows for live view shooting, image review, and intuitive menu navigation. The tilting screen flips up for front-facing photos and video, with selfie timers included in the firmware.
  
  
• The USB-C port allows you to directly charge the battery and offers high-speed, tethered data transfer.
  
  
• A host of manual controls offer simple, direct control over a variety of oft-used camera settings, including a control ring surrounding the lens that can be configured to adjust zoom, shutter speed, manual focus, and ISO sensitivity.
  
  
• Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi allows you to wirelessly share photos and movies to linked smartphones and tablets for direct sharing online. The camera also features a Send to Smartphone button for seamless and immediate sharing.
  
  

Other Camera Features

• In-camera raw file processing is possible, allowing you to adjust color space (Adobe RGB/sRGB), white balance, exposure compensation, Photo Style, Intelligent D-Range Control, contrast, highlight/shadow values, saturation, noise reduction, Intelligent Resolution, and sharpness.
  
  
• Focus peaking is available for easier, more accurate manual focusing control.
  
  
• The included rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides you with 380 shots per charge.
  
  
• Creative Control modes: Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Rough Monochrome, Silky Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Color, Sunshine.
  
  
• Still Image Scene Guide modes: Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Handheld Night Shot, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome.
  
  
• Photo Style modes: Standard, Vivid, Natural, Monochrome, Scenery, Portrait, Custom.
  
  
• Picture Adjustment settings: Contrast, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, Saturation, Color Tone, and Filter Effect.