Digital Camera Guides

How many megapixels do I really need? What is a CCD? What makes a “wide angle” lens – and how do I use one to take great photos? Use our Guides to find out how to choose the right camera to suit your style, get the most out of it with Lumix-specific tips and tricks, and take great photos no matter what kind of camera you have. There’s also a glossary explaining some of the terms you’ll come across in your digital camera journey – so from Megapixels to Mega O.I.S., you’ll be in the know.

What is Micro Four Thirds?

An introduction to the Mirco Four Thirds System used in Lumix G Series digital cameras. Learn how these lightweight cameras manage to offer dslr features in a much smaller body

The Lumix G Series

The Lumix G Series of digital interchangeable lens cameras put enormous photographic power into a palm-sized digital camera with interchangeable lenses. With Lumix G, you no longer need to be a great photographer to take great photos.

Digital camera buying guide

From point-and-shoot simplicity to ultimate creative flexibility, all Panasonic LUMIX cameras take great photos. But which one is for you? Here are five things you might consider when choosing your LUMIX.

Lumix Tips & Tricks

Your Lumix camera is equipped with some great features making every shot easier, or providing outstanding creative opportunities. Professional photographer Peter Eastway tells which features he found most useful.

How To Take Great Photos

Whether you’re snapping family fun or entering photo competitions, professional photographers Peter Eastway and Ken Duncan put together ten tips you can use right away.

How to Take Great Action Photos

Taking great action photos needn't be as tough as actually being in the action, thanks to these great tips and tricks for capturing the energy and excitement of the moment.

Shoot with Lumix, share with VIERA

Sit back and enjoy high-resolution home movies and family photos on your flatscreen TV – with superb image quality, famously vivid VIERA colours, background music and even transition effects between shots. Watch as a slideshow or control the content – it’s up to you.

Glossary: 101 Technical Terms

From Aperture to Optical Zoom, there’s a lot to know about digital photography. We’ve collected a range of terms and their meanings in this easy-reference glossary.