Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47

PANASONIC EXPANDS POPULAR FZ-SERIES SUPER-ZOOM LINE, WITH 24X OPTICAL ZOOM AND FULL HD-CAPABLE MODEL

New Panasonic LUMIX FZ47 Digital Camera Packs a Powerful 24x Optical Zoom in High-Quality Leica Lens and Adds Creative Manual Control Options

MISSISSAUGA, ON (July 29, 2011) – Panasonic Canada Inc. today introduced the LUMIX DMC-FZ47 digital camera – the newest addition to the company’s super-zoom FZ-Series. The LUMIX FZ47 packs a powerful 24x optical zoom in a 25mm ultra-wide angle LEICA DC VARIOELMARIT lens, full-High Definition 1080i video-recording, 3D still capabilities and new creative controls while shooting both still and video images. The high-quality Leica lens features Panasonic’s Nano Surface Coating technology to help minimize light reflection that causes ghosting and flare.

“The LUMIX FZ-Series is an extremely popular line for Panasonic and we expect this model to be another winner for users who not only want an impressive zoom, but exceptional image quality and speed,,” said Doug Borbath, Senior Product Manager, Digital Still Camera, Panasonic Canada Inc.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3

“The [Panasonic] GF3 takes very good quality photos, performs well, and generally has a nice feature set. I’m not very enthusiastic about the GF3 (mainly due to its design), but it’s certainly worth your consideration.”

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DCRP (dcresource) has published their preview of the Panasonic GF3, a compact mirrorless Micro Four-Thirds Digital Interchangeable Lens camera with 12.1MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm LiveMOS sensor), 3.0-in. (460k-dot) Touch panel LCD, PASM, Contrast AF system, RAW, and Full HD 1920×1080/60i with monaural sound.

Read the Panasonic GF3 Review @ DCRP (dcresource).

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47

PANASONIC EXPANDS POPULAR FZ-SERIES SUPER-ZOOM LINE, WITH 24X OPTICAL ZOOM AND FULL HD-CAPABLE MODEL

New Panasonic LUMIX FZ47 Digital Camera Packs a Powerful 24x Optical Zoom in High-Quality Leica Lens and Adds Creative Manual Control Options

SECAUCUS, NJ (July 21, 2011) – Panasonic today introduces the LUMIX DMC-FZ47 digital camera, the newest addition to the company’s super-zoom FZ-Series. The LUMIX FZ47 packs a powerful 24x optical zoom in a 25mm ultra-wide angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens, full-High Definition 1080i video-recording capabilities and new creative controls while shooting both still and video images. The high-quality Leica lens features Panasonic’s Nano Surface Coating technology to help minimize light reflection that causes ghosting and flare.

“The LUMIX FZ-Series is an extremely popular line for Panasonic and we expect this model to be another winner for users who not only want an impressive 24x optical zoom, but those that seek exceptional image quality, and thanks to the Leica lens and full HD video capabilities – the FZ47 delivers,” said Darin Pepple, Senior Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. “New to the FZ-Series are the improved AF speeds, 3D photo shooting and full 1080 HD video capabilities.”

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

PANASONIC ANNOUNCES EASY-TO-USE DIGITAL CAMERA WITH 26MM WIDE-ANGLE F2.8 LENS, IDEAL FOR LOW-LIGHT SHOOTING

The LUMIX LS5 Shoots 720 HD Video and Runs on AA Batteries

SECAUCUS, NJ (July 21, 2011) – Panasonic today announces a new 14.1-megapixel LUMIX DMC-LS5 digital camera that features a high-quality 26mm wide-angle, 5x optical zoom lens. With an incredible F2.8 lens and Optical Image Stabilization, the LUMIX LS5 excels in taking clear photos, even in dimly-lit situations. The LUMIX LS5 also features 720p High Definition video capabilities and runs on AA batteries, perfect for the user who is looking for added convenience.

“The LUMIX LS5 is the ideal digital camera for an entry-level user who wants an extremely easy to use digital camera that does not sacrifice image quality,” said David Fisher, Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. “With top-quality features like HD video and an F2.8 26mm wide-angle lens, the LS5 is giving consumers exceptional performance and value, while being easy-to-use and convenient. By adding a LUMIX model that runs on AA batteries, we are mindful that consumers have different needs and preferences.”

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 / FS22

“The [Panasonic FH7 / ] FS22 does not disappoint in terms of image quality.”

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ePHOTOzine has posted their review of the ultra slim Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 / FS22 with 16.1MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28-112mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. (230k-dot) Touch Screen LCD, Intelligent Auto, P, Sonic Speed AF, and HD 720p Movie 1280×720 at 24fps.

Read the Panasonic FH7 / FS22 Review @ ePHOTOzine.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 / FX78

“The [Panasonic] Lumix FX77 / FX78 produces excellent quality images and gave a good account of itself in our high ISO noise tests.”

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CameraLabs has posted their review of the ultra slim Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77 / FX78 with 12.1MP resolution (on a 1/2.33-in. CCD), 5x ultra-wide angle optical zoom (24-120mm equiv.) F2.5 Leica lens, optical Image Stabilization, 3.5-in. (230k-dot) Touchscreen LCD, P, Intelligent Scene, Beauty Retouch, 3D Photo, and Full HD movie 1920×1080/60i.

Read the full Panasonic FX77 / FX78 Review @ CameraLabs.

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Panasonic Lumic DMC-G3

“Simply put, the G3 produces some of the finest images we have ever seen from Micro Four Thirds sensor technology. That it is possible to capture pictures with the G3 whose image quality is virtually indistinguishable from an entry-level DSLR is impressive.”

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DPReview has published their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 with 16MP resolution (Four Thirds 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS Sensor), electronic viewfinder (1.44m-dot image resolution with 100% field of view; 800×600, 0.7x magnification), 3.0-in. swivelling Touch Screen LCD (460k-dot; 1,440,000-dot equivalent resolution), PASM, , iAUTO, Scene Modes, Manual AF, Continuos Shooting 4fps (full resolution) or 20fps (4MP), Creative Control mode, Dust Reduction System, RAW, and Full HD 1080p Movie 1920 x 1080 with stereo sound in AVCH.

You can read the Panasonic G3 Review at: DPReview.

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Panasonic Lumic DMC-G3

“The improved focusing speeds really are impressive, and [...] making the Micro Four Thirds systems much more appealling.”

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ePHOTOzine has published their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 with 16MP resolution (Four Thirds 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS Sensor), electronic viewfinder (1.44m-dot image resolution with 100% field of view; 800×600, 0.7x magnification), 3.0-in. swivelling Touch Screen LCD (460k-dot; 1,440,000-dot equivalent resolution), PASM, , iAUTO, Scene Modes, Manual AF, Continuos Shooting 4fps (full resolution) or 20fps (4MP), Creative Control mode, Dust Reduction System, RAW, and Full HD 1080p Movie 1920 x 1080 with stereo sound in AVCH.

You can read the Panasonic G3 Review at: ePHOTOzine.

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