Approx. 290 g (body only, without battery and card)
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ3 FAQ
What battery does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ3 use?
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ3 uses CGA-S002A (Li-ion, 7.2 V, 680 mAh). 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-FZ3 take?
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ3 uses SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (SD); 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-FZ3 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 3.1 MP Panasonic digital camera from 2004 with 1/3.2-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-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30.
How do you transfer photos from the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ3?
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-FZ3 is worth judging as its own Panasonic long-zoom 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-FZ3 works best when you want zoom-first daylight travel, casual events, and far-away subjects without carrying an interchangeable-lens kit rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/3.2-inch (4.544 x 3.408 mm) CCD and 35-420 mm equivalent, F2.8-8 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-FZ20, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ10, Fujifilm FinePix S20 Pro, Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
