What battery does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) use?

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) uses DMW-BCK7. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one.

What memory card does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) take?

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) uses SD, SDHC, SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards.

Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) worth buying used?

It can be worth buying if you want a 12.1 MP Panasonic digital camera from 2011 with 1/2.33-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying.

How do you transfer photos from the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77)?

The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying.

PanasonicLumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77)

Release year2011
Sensor type1/2.33-inch CCD

Also sold as

Lumix DMC-FX77

Specs

Release year: 2011
Megapixels: 12.1 MP
Sensor: 1/2.33-inch CCD
Lens: 24–120mm (35mm equiv.), 5x optical zoom, f/2.5–5.9
Memory card: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Max memory: Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery: DMW-BCK7
Size: 99.7 × 55.2 × 20.6 mm (W × H × D)
Weight: Approx. 126 g (body only, without battery and card)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) FAQ

What battery does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) use?: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) uses DMW-BCK7. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) take?: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) uses SD, SDHC, SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) worth buying used?: It can be worth buying if you want a 12.1 MP Panasonic digital camera from 2011 with 1/2.33-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Panasonic options, compare Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 (Lumix DMC-FX70) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX8.
How do you transfer photos from the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77)?: The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) is worth judging as its own Panasonic pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.

What owners like

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) works best when you want small-bag snapshots, flash photos, mirror selfies, and a clean pocket-camera look rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.33-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm) CCD and 24-120 mm equivalent, F2.5-5.9 are the main character of the look.

Common complaints

Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.

What to compare

Compare it with Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX66 (Lumix DMC-FX68), Casio Exilim EX-H30, Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.

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