Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30

CONDITION: 9.0/10

THE CAMERA IS IN LIKE NEW CONDITION WITH MINIMAL SIGNS OF USE. THE SILVER METAL BODY IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT EXCEPT FOR LIGHT SCUFFING ON THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE. THE 2.5-INCH LCD SCREEN IS FLAWLESS AND PERFECT. THE LEICA LENS IS PRISTINE AND CLEAN. ALL FUNCTIONS WORK PERFECTLY INCLUDING SHOOTING, ZOOM, AND ALL BUTTONS. INCLUDES COMPLETE FULL BOX SET WITH ALL ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES AND PACKAGING. AN EXCEPTIONAL EXAMPLE OF THIS ULTRACOMPACT.

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FX30 arrived in early 2007 as what the company claimed was "the world's slimmest camera with a 28mm wide-angle lens"—a bold statement that happened to be true. At just 22mm thick with a Leica-branded 3.6× optical zoom (28-100mm equivalent) and MEGA O.I.S. optical stabilization, it packed genuinely useful features into a body you could slip into any pocket. The FX series cameras feel genuinely premium in hand, and that satisfying power-on slider switch is something you have to experience to appreciate. These Leica-equipped Lumix models commanded serious money when new, and based on our experience, they've stood the test of time better than most compacts from the same era.

THE PICS

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THE LOOKS

In silver, the FX30 keeps Panasonic's signature minimalist aesthetic with a slim metal body that feels solid despite its diminutive size. The lens sits flush when retracted, maintaining that genuinely pocketable profile, while the control dial mounted partially under the top metal strip gives it a distinctive look—even if it's slightly awkward to use. At 22mm thick, it disappears into a jacket pocket without adding bulk.

THE SPECS

The FX30 uses a 7.2-megapixel CCD sensor paired with Panasonic's Venus Engine III image processor capable of shooting up to ISO 1250 at full resolution. The Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 3.6× optical zoom lens covers 28-100mm equivalent with MEGA O.I.S. optical stabilization and a respectable f/2.8-5.6 aperture range. The 2.5-inch LCD handles composition and playback with Power LCD mode boosting backlighting by 40% for outdoor visibility.

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

• Genuinely wide 28mm lens: At a time when most compacts started at 35mm or narrower, the FX30's 28mm equivalent lens offered genuinely expansive framing for architecture and group shots.
• Dual blur-reduction system: MEGA O.I.S. tackled camera shake while Intelligent ISO Control detected subject movement and automatically raised ISO for faster shutter speeds.
• Ultra-slim body with optical stabilization: Fitting a stabilized wide-angle zoom into a 22mm-thick body made it one of the most genuinely pocketable travel cameras available.

THE VERDICT

The DMC-FX30 is a well-executed ultracompact from Panasonic's mid-2000s lineup. Its combination of genuinely wide-angle coverage, optical stabilization, and slim profile made it a solid choice for photographers who wanted serious capability without the bulk.