Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Panasonic Lumix FX90 gets remote app for iOS and Android]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/28/panasonic-lumix-fx90-gets-remote-app-for-ios-and-android/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/28/panasonic-lumix-fx90-gets-remote-app-for-ios-and-android/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/28/panasonic-lumix-fx90-gets-remote-app-for-ios-and-android/#comments Panasonic Lumix FX90 gets remote app for iOS and Android

Taking full advantage of the Lumix FX90's WiFi capability, Panasonic has unveiled its companion apps for both iOS and Android devices. Throwing in shutter functionality and zoom control alongside a larger viewfinder, it's pretty much a glossy dumb remote; there's no further features to make the most of your precious smartphone, although the camera itself is already capable of linking up your camera shots with your major social network of choice. The app requires a firmware update on the camera, but it should ensure all those self-portraits really pop in the future. Download links for the wannabe self-obsessed are waiting below.

Panasonic Lumix FX90 gets remote app for iOS and Android originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 28 May 2012 14:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Leica has built a name for itself in the compact market over the years with a handful of Panasonic rebrands -- these Lumix models come equipped with a matte black housing, Leica lens and that famous red dot, with the inflated price tag to match. With this latest batch of cameras, the company appears to be taking a more respectable approach -- at least with its high-end X2. But first, let's tackle the V-Lux 40. On the Panasonic front, this camera looks strikingly similar to the Lumix DMC-ZS20 we saw emerge after CES. Both cameras include 14.1-megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensors, a 20x, 24-480mm f/3.3-6.4 optical zoom lens and 1080p video capture. The housing has been modified slightly to include a recessed control panel, Panasonic branding has been removed and the Leica logo added. Such luxuries more than double the camera's price from $269 to $699. Ouch. You can pick up the V-Lux 40 beginning today, or you can grab two virtually identical ZS20s for the same amount, with significant cash to spare.

You may remember the Leica X1, but you probably don't. This $2,000 shooter was determined to be overpriced when it launched way back in 2009, and now the APS-C-equipped series has returned for a refresh. Dubbed the X2, this year's flavor ups the ante with a 16.2-megapixel CMOS sensor (boosted from 12.2) while retaining that beloved $2k sticker price. The compact all-in-one includes a fixed 24mm Leica Elmarit f/2.8 ASPH lens, which the company validates as a "classical focal length for photojournalism," and a 2.7-inch 230k-pixel LCD on the rear. There's also an option to add a Viso-Flex 1.4MP viewfinder with a 90-degree swivel function, along with a shoe-mounted mirror finder. The $1,995 camera's price tag may be tough to swallow -- but only until you discover the gratis copy of Adobe Lightroom in the box. Both the ZS20 V-Lux 40 and X2 are available now. Snap past the break for the pitch from Leica.

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Leica boosts compact portfolio with V-Lux 40 point-and-shoot, APS-C-equipped X2 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 May 2012 17:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You may be wondering: shouldn't this Micro Four Thirds camera be the GF4 after the current GF3? Well, much like Chinese superstition, Japan also prefers to steer clear of the number 4 as it sounds the same as "death" in Japanese. For instance: there was no Lumix LX4 before the LX5. As for specs, Chinese website Nphoto reported earlier this month that the GF5 will also feature a 12-megapixel sensor but with a better signal-to-noise ratio and topping at ISO 12800, while on the back it'll have a much sharper LCD with 920k dots (instead of just 460k on the GF3). Judging by the looks of things it shouldn't be long before we see Angelababy presenting this new camera for real -- let's just hope that she gets to keep her job.

Panasonic Lumix GF5 accidentally leaked by Hong Kong spokesperson? originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 18 Mar 2012 09:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic introduces Lumix DMC-ZS20 and ZS15 compact superzoom cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The TS4 may offer a respectable spec list, but it doesn't come cheap. The TS20 is an attractive alliterative, however, with a slim profile, 16.1 megapixel sensor, 720p HD shooting, a 4x 25-100mm optically stabilized zoom lens and a 2.7-inch LCD. It's waterproof to 16 feet, freezeproof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit and can survive drops from up to five feet. There's no manual option on this lower-end model, but it does include Panasonic's Intelligent Auto mode for more accurate shooting. The TS20 will ship in late-February in orange, blue, black and red for $180, while the flagship TS4 will be available in orange, blue, black and silver for $400 when it ships in mid-March. You'll find both press releases after the break.

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Panasonic adds Lumix DMC-TS4 and DMC-TS20 to ruggedized camera line originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cameracamerasDMC-TS4dustprooffreezeprooflumixlumix ts20lumix ts3lumix ts4LumixTs20LumixTs3LumixTs4panasonicpanasonic DMC-TS4panasonic lumixpanasonic lumix ts20panasonic lumix ts4panasonic ts3panasonic ts4PanasonicDmc-ts4PanasonicLumixPanasonicLumixTs20PanasonicLumixTs4PanasonicTs3PanasonicTs4point and shootPointAndShootruggedizedruggedized cameraRuggedizedCamerashockproofts20ts3underwaterwaterproofTue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic announces pricing for entry-level Lumix CES point-and-shoots]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/31/panasonic-announces-pricing-for-entry-level-lumix-ces-point-and/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/31/panasonic-announces-pricing-for-entry-level-lumix-ces-point-and/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/31/panasonic-announces-pricing-for-entry-level-lumix-ces-point-and/#comments Panasonic's slew of low-end Lumix point-and-shoots may have slid in under your radar during CES, but now the Japanese camera maker is back to refresh your memory -- this time with pricing and availability in tow. We'll outline the models just below, which are all set to ship in March, but feel free to jump past the break for the Panasonic press release.
  • Lumix DMC-S2 - $109.99
  • Lumix DMC-FH6 - $129.99
  • Lumix DMC-FH8 - $149.99
  • Lumix DMC-SZ1 - $179.99
  • Lumix DMC-SZ7 - $199.99

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Panasonic announces pricing for entry-level Lumix CES point-and-shoots originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>compact cameraCompactCameraDMC-FH6DMC-FH8DMC-S2lumixminipostpanasonicpanasonic lumixPanasonicLumixpoint and shootPointAndShootsz71Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 Micro Four Thirds camera review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/23/panasonic-lumix-dmc-gx1-micro-four-thirds-camera-review/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/23/panasonic-lumix-dmc-gx1-micro-four-thirds-camera-review/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/23/panasonic-lumix-dmc-gx1-micro-four-thirds-camera-review/#comments It's no surprise that the mirrorless interchangeable lens camera category is continuing to grow at a rapid pace. These compact, pro-featured ILCs undoubtedly have a strong future, with mass consumer appeal and a widening assortment of price points. We're particularly taken with the technology's compact footprint -- we're focusing our camera reviews on mirrorless models, and even outfitted our entire CES team with Sony's NEX-C3. But long before the likes of Sony and Fujifilm launched their first cameras, Olympus and Panasonic dominated the then-infant mirrorless category, developing the Micro Four Thirds sensor standard, that, for better or worse, has failed to catch on among other manufacturers. Surprisingly, Panasonic's pioneering days were far stronger than those of recent past, with the company's GF1 melting the hearts of compact-seeking professionals. But following that successful first model, Panasonic opted to take the GF series in a different direction, launching a dumbed-down GF2 (and later GF3) in what was likely an attempt to appeal to the much larger amateur category. This left the GF1 faithful without a worthy successor -- until now.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 looks pretty standard on paper: there's a 16-megapixel Live MOS sensor, a choice of body colors, RAW shooting, HD video and a top sensitivity of ISO 12,800. Just as it did with the GF2 and GF3 body designs, Panasonic took a different direction with its new X-series lenses, swapping the traditional manual zoom for a motorized version, enabling a much more compact footprint. The difference when positioned alongside the NEX-C3's 18-55mm zoom is staggering, but Panasonic didn't arrive at this slick design without compromise, particularly noticeable when it comes time to swallow the $950 kit price. Still, one look at the hardened matte black metal body is all it takes to know that this is no GF4 -- this is it, the long-awaited successor to the GF1 has finally arrived. So, will the GX1 be our new top pick for the mirrorless category? Join us past the break to find out.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 Micro Four Thirds camera review originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cameracamerasdigital cameradigital camerasdigital slrDigitalCameraDigitalCamerasDigitalSlrdslrfour thirdsFourThirdsgf1gf2gf3gx1ilcinterchangeable lens cameraInterchangeableLensCameralumixlumix gx1LumixGx1micro four thirdsMicroFourThirdsmirrorlessmirrorless cameraMirrorlessCamerapanasonicpanasonic lumixpanasonic lumix dmc-gx1panasonic lumix gf1panasonic lumix gx1PanasonicLumixPanasonicLumixDmc-gx1PanasonicLumixGf1PanasonicLumixGx1photographyreviewvideoMon, 23 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic's Lumix line gets a lot more crowded]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/panasonic-intros-new-lumix-cameras/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/panasonic-intros-new-lumix-cameras/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/panasonic-intros-new-lumix-cameras/#comments Panasonic's Lumix line is celebrating a whole bunch of new entries this week at CES. The FH series is expanding with two new slim additions, the DMC-FH6 and DMC-FH8. Both models do 720p video at 30 fps and rock Leica lenses and 5x optical zoom. The 16.1 megapixel FH8 has a three-inch LCD and shoots HD videos in MP4. The 14.1 megapixel F6 captures HD video in JPEG format and features a 2.7-inch display. Both new entries in the SZ series, meanwhile, feature 10x optical zoom, three-inch LCDs and 25mm ultra-wide angle Leica lenses. The SZ7 does 14.1 megapixel images and 1080p video, while the SZ1 goes 14.1 megapixels and 720p on the video front.

Also debuting this week is the LUMIX DMC-S2, a 14.1 megapixel compact shooter with 4x optical zoom and 720p video capabilities. The point-and-shoot also features Panasonic's panoramic mode for stitching together images and auto retouch to adjust contrast and brightness in photos on the fly. As for pricing and availability? Not so much. Panasonic has promised such things a month prior to release -- whenever that might be. Lots of pertinent press info after the break.

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Panasonic's Lumix line gets a lot more crowded originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Leave it to Leica to rebrand a recent Panasonic camera, tack on its iconic red dot and then likely charge a premium. Such is the case with its "new" V-Lux 3 digital superzoom, which is essentially its take on the venerable Lumix FZ150 we spent some hands-on time with back in August. To recap, this shooter features a 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, Leica's DC Vario-Elmarit 4.5 - 108 mm f/2.8 - 5.2 ASPH lens (that's 25 - 600mm for you full-frame buffs), 1080p AVC HD video recording at up to 60fps with stereo sound and an a77-like 12fps continuous burst mode (albeit using manual focus). On back, you'll find an articulating 3-inch LCD loaded with a 460K pixel resolution and a 0.2-inch EVF, both of which feature nearly 100% frame coverage. While there's no word price, you can surely expect the V-Lux 3 to cost a few Benjamins more than its Lumix counterpart when it hits shelves in January. Hey, at least you can say it's a Leica, right?

Continue reading Leica rehashes Panasonic's Lumix Fz150 as the V-LUX 3, because 'image' matters

Leica rehashes Panasonic's Lumix Fz150 as the V-LUX 3, because 'image' matters originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080p12.1 megapixel12.1Megapixel12fps burst12fpsBurst4.5 - 108 mm f2.8 - 5.24.5-108MmF2.8-5.2avc hdAvcHdcameracmosdigital cameraDigitalCameraevffz150germanylecialeicaLeica V-LUX 3LeicaV-lux3lumixmp4oempanasonicrebadgesuperzoomV-Lux 3V-lux3Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:22:00 EST<![CDATA[Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011: digital cameras]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/25/engadgets-holiday-gift-guide-2011-digital-cameras/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/25/engadgets-holiday-gift-guide-2011-digital-cameras/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/25/engadgets-holiday-gift-guide-2011-digital-cameras/#commentsWelcome to the Engadget Holiday Gift Guide! We're well aware of the heartbreaking difficulties surrounding the seasonal shopping experience, so we're here to help you sort out this year's tech treasures. Below is today's bevy of curated picks, and you can head back to the Gift Guide hub to see the rest of the product guides as they're added throughout the holiday season.


With cameras popping up on tablets, smartphones and even Bluetooth headsets, there's a fairly good chance that there's already a device in your pocket capable of shooting high-res stills and HD video. But even with popular apps like Instagram on-board, mobile devices still can't match the versatility and image quality of a dedicated snapper. If you're looking to hide a new point-and-shoot under the tree this year, there are plenty of great options to consider, for any budget. So clear off the memory card and get ready to jump past the break for our top picks that will deliver -- and capture -- plenty of holiday cheer.

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Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011: digital cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Panasonic announces Lumix DMC-3D1: dual lenses, 12 megapixel sensors

Panasonic announces Lumix DMC-3D1: dual lenses, 12 megapixel sensors originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d camera3d cameras3d video3d13dCamera3dCameras3dVideocameracamerasdmc-3d1hdhd videoHdVideolumixLumix 3D1Lumix3d1panasonicpanasonic dmc-3d1panasonic lumixpanasonic Lumix 3D1PanasonicDmc-3d1PanasonicLumixPanasonicLumix3d1photographystereoscopic 3DStereoscopic3dMon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic launches Lumix DMC-GX1 Micro Four Thirds camera, we go hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/panasonic-launches-lumix-gx1-micro-four-thirds-camera-we-go-han/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/panasonic-launches-lumix-gx1-micro-four-thirds-camera-we-go-han/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/panasonic-launches-lumix-gx1-micro-four-thirds-camera-we-go-han/#comments Remember the Lumix GF1? It was one of Panasonic's first Micro Four Thirds cameras, setting the bar quite high for models to come. But the GF1's successors -- the GF2 and GF3 -- did not live up to expectations, with the company gradually shifting the series towards transitioning point-and-shoot users, and away from early adopters who grew accustomed to the performance and build quality offered by that beloved early mirrorless cam. Now that familiar look and feel is back, in the form of the Lumix DMC-GX1. The 16 megapixel ILC includes a Live MOS sensor and Venus engine, with a maximum ISO of 12,800. Like other Panasonic G-series cameras, the GX1 uses a Micro Four Thirds mount, and is compatible with both Panasonic and Olympus lenses, including the standard 14-42mm zoom that ships with the $800 kit, or the Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm retractable lens that comes packaged for $950. Existing lens owners can pick up just the body for $700.

What we really missed was the solid feel of the GF1 -- everything from the housing to the controls felt well-made, while the design of later GF models, was... underwhelming. Picking up the GX1 helped to restore our confidence in the series -- it was a pleasure to hold. There's quite a bit of power under the hood, too. We weren't able to test the GX1, which is expected to hit stores in mid-December, but Panasonic promises autofocus speeds of 0.09 second -- you can focus simply by touching your subject on the 3-inch, 460,000-dot touchscreen. There's also an external EVF option, which attaches to the camera's hot shoe and offers a 1.44 million-dot display with 100-percent field of view. Movie buffs can capture 1080/60i HD video, with either MP4 or AVCHD compression. It goes without saying that the GX1 can shoot in RAW, and offers the complete gamut of advanced shooting modes. Of course the features don't stop there, so jump past the break for the full PR from Panasonic.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GX1 hands-on

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GX1 press shots

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Panasonic just launched a whole new series of Micro Four Thirds lenses a couple of months ago, and it looks like it might soon also have a new Micro Four Thirds camera to take advantage of them. That photo you see above recently turned up on the Mobile01 forums with a bundle of others, showing a hereto unannounced Panasonic Lumix GX1 MFT camera, which looks like it could be a true successor to the GF1 (as opposed to the GF2 and GF3 that moved in a less pro-minded direction). Rumored specs remain a bit light, but the camera apparently has a touchscreen display 'round back, which will likely see a fair bit of use unless you opt for an external EVF. It's also suggested that the camera will be launching soon -- on November 8th -- although that's obviously yet to be confirmed.

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Panasonic Lumix GX1 Micro Four Thirds camera surfaces in leaked photos originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Anyone who's used Panasonic's 14-42mm Micro Four Thirds zoom lens has probably noticed its relatively bulky design, especially when compared to Olympus's counterpart. Today, the company announced a new lens that offers the same zoom and f/3.5-5.6 aperture range in a housing less than half the size when closed, and still noticeably smaller when extended. The first of two optics in Panasonic's premium X-series -- the second is a 45-170mm f/4-5.6 zoom -- it's been billed as the world's smallest digital interchangeable power zoom lens, thanks to its internal zoom motor which lets you adjust the focal length using a side-mounted rocker -- the design is similar to the zoom toggle included with the company's new FX150 superzoom. Priced at $399, it also includes a metal lens mount, instead of the plastic mount used with the existing $199 14-42mm lens.

That second 45-170mm zoom ($449) can replace Panasonic's 45-200mm lens ($349), and while the size difference isn't as dramatic is its smaller X-series sibling, it's still noticeably smaller and lighter. Both lenses include optical image stabilization and feature nano surface coatings, designed to reduce ghosting and lens flare. The 14-42mm lens will ship in October in black and white (for use with silver bodies), and the 45-170mm zoom will ship in September. They'll only be compatible with the GF-2, GF-3, and G3 at launch after downloading a firmware update -- Panasonic is leaving it up to Olympus to release supporting firmware for its own cameras be compatible with all G-series cameras at launch, without the need for a firmware update. Jump past the break for more details from Panasonic, and check out the gallery below -- complete with side-by-side shots for both lens classes.

Gallery: Panasonic X-series Micro Four Thirds Lenses


Update: Panasonic issued a correction saying that both lens will be compatible with all G-series cameras without the need for a firmware update.

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Panasonic shrinks its Micro Four Thirds lenses, launches X-series with wide-angle, telephoto zooms originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 26 Aug 2011 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For many photographers, in-camera WiFi may be an attractive feature before you leave the store, but confusing setup and limited functionality reduce its appeal once you actually go and try to use it. Panasonic sets out to better take advantage of wireless connectivity with its Lumix FX90, adding Android and iPhone app support for transferring pictures and video directly to a mobile device, then uploading them to Lumix Club -- a cloud-based photo-sharing service -- and on to Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc. You can also share photos directly from the camera -- a dedicated WiFi button launches a menu prompting you to select a sharing service -- but app support brings the added benefit of your phone's data connection. Beyond those new wireless features, the FX90 includes a 12 megapixel CCD sensor, 5x, 24-120mm optical zoom lens, 3-inch touchscreen, and 1080i AVCHD video capture. The FX90 will ship this fall with pricing yet to be announced, but jump past the break for the full rundown from Panasonic in the meantime.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FX90

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Panasonic Lumix FX90 point-and-shoot packs built-in WiFi, Android / iPhone app compatibility originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 26 Aug 2011 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Last month, Panasonic's Lumix FZ47 made some (rather subtle) waves with its full manual video mode, lettering you control aperture and shutter speed while capturing in 1080i. Now, the company just announced its higher-end FZ150, which replaces last year's FZ100, adding 1080p AVCHD capture, a stereo mic with noise cancellation, and a 12 fps burst mode. Image-related improvements include a 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, 25-600mm (24x) f/2.8-5.2 Leica lens with nano surface coating, faster autofocus, a new Venus Engine FHD Pro processor, and sensitivity up to ISO 3200. The FZ150 retains its predecessor's 3-inch LCD and 0.2-inch EVF -- both also present on the FZ47. There's also a new side-lever control, letting you adjust zoom and focus with secondary levers positioned just to the left of the lens. Panasonic's latest superzoom cam will ship in late September with a $500 sticker price. PR after the break.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FZ150

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Panasonic Lumix FZ150 builds on FZ47 superzoom, adds CMOS sensor, 1080p video originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 26 Aug 2011 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic GF3 reviewed: aging 12 MP sensor, good upgrade for current compact users originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We already gave you some hands-on impressions of Panasonic's new Lumix GF3, but we just had a chance to shoot video and stills with the Micro Four Thirds cam at an event in NYC, leaving with a couple hundred photos and a small handful of video clips. There's no question that this GF2 successor was designed with interchangeable lens camera (ILC) newbies in mind, with no dedicated mode dial, a touchscreen display, and a boatload of auto settings, along with the usual spattering of effects modes. Panasonic chose a mock wedding scene as the centerpiece of its demo today, complete with bride, groom, and celebrity cake designer (a rather enthusiastic Ron Ben-Israel). Weddings mean colorful flowers, well-dressed subjects, and food -- but also dim lighting and chaos -- a perfect environment for showing off a camera's strengths shooting in low-light, assuming it can actually deliver. The GF3 probably won't be the camera of choice for our next celebration, however.

Gallery: Panasonic GF3 Image Samples


First up was a balcony shot with bride and groom. As expected, the backlit scene presented an incredible challenge for the GF3, which had trouble focusing and compensating exposure to properly light our subjects -- even the professional wedding photographer on hand had difficulty focusing his GF3 at times. The position-adjustable flash allowed us to light our subjects at an angle, or to bounce light off the ceiling, which didn't seem to work well in the cavernous room. As we progressed through the morning, additional scenes highlighted new shortcomings. Jump past the break for a sample video and more impressions, or check out the gallery above for sample images -- the first four shots highlight different positions with the adjustable flash.

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Panasonic Lumix GF3: sample photos and video originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 20:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The GF3 will be available in July for $699 with a 14mm lens, to be followed in late August by a $599 kit that comes with a 14-42mm lens. In the meantime, head on past the break and check out our impressions after spending a few minutes with a not-final unit and a 14mm lens. We only got to play with it in a fluorescent conference room, alas, but hopefully our handful of test shots will give you a taste of what you can do with the depth of field should you spring for the higher-end of the two kits.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 hands-on!

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Panasonic Lumix GF3 official: 12.1 MP, 1080i video, no hot shoe in sight (hands-on) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NTT DoCoMo announces 24 new mobile wonders (yes, really) to flood its network originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 21 May 2011 20:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 leaked, expected to launch tomorrow originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 May 2011 15:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic Lumix GH2 review roundup: impressive video recording, murky still images originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 27 Mar 2011 16:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Panasonic GF2 sample images - Engadget reader meetup, SF 2011


Gallery: Panasonic GF2 sample images - San Francisco

Panasonic GF2 crashes the Engadget reader meetup, collects a gallery of memories / sample images originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Mar 2011 10:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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How would you change Panasonic's Lumix DFC-GF2? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 Feb 2011 23:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic announces Lumix GF2 pricing and availability, plenty of other models too originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • Up first are two new powerful shooters joining the ZS family: the DMC-ZS10 and DMC-ZS8. Like the previous ZS cams, the 14.1 megapixel ZS10 has a 24mm ultra-wide-angle and 16x optical zoom Leica lens, records 1080p video, and sports a three-inch touch LCD. The specs certainly impress, but Panny's also hoping you take its 3D Photo mode seriously -- the setting can produce a "realistic 3D photo" by taking 20 consecutive shots and overlaying the best two. Naturally, the images can be viewed on any of the Viera 3DTVs. The ZS8 sports most of the same specs, but cuts it down to just 720p recording. No word on the pricing on these two, but they should be hitting shelves in March.
  • Like its FX75 brother, the DMC-FX78 is all about Full HD. Packing a Leica 24mm wide-angle lens, the 12.1 megapixel FX78 can record full 1920 x 1080-resolution video in AVCHD. But beyond the recording specs, Panasonic has improved its 3.5-inch Smart Touchscreen, which basically allows you to control all the cam's functions -- autofocus, zooming, playback, etc. -- with, well you know, just a touch. Like the ZS cams, the FX includes the 3D Photo mode. As you may have guessed, no pricing yet on this bad boy, but it will come in black, gold, and white in March.
  • Last but not least is the rugged TS3. Like the DMC-TS1, the 12.1 megapixel shooter is completely waterproof, not to mention shockproof, freezeproof, and dustproof. Yep, it's as proofed as they come, and throw in the fact that it packs a compass, altimeter, and barometer and you pretty much can swap this thing out for a ton of other gear. As an actual camera, the TS3 doesn't sound too shabby either -- it can record 1080p video, packs a 3D mode, and boasts a 28mm wide-angle Leica lens. Nope, no pricing, but it'll join the others in March.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix ZS10 and ZS8


Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FX78 and TS3

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Panasonic unleashes Lumix ZS10, ZS8, FX78, and TS3 point-and-shoot cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • Up first we have two new folks joining the S series: the DMC-S3 and DMC-S1. Both of these are designed for up-and-comers looking for ease of use, with the S3 having a 14.1 megapixel sensor and the S1 dipping to a 12.1 megapixel sensor. Both of 'em tout a 720p movie mode, refreshed designs and a 4x optical zoom lens. Panny admits that they're both "entry-level," though you'll still find optical image stabilization, face detection, an intelligent scene selector and the Venus Engine VI image processor. There's a 2.7-inch LCD on the rear of each unit, and while the S3 will ship in blue, red, black and violet, the S1 will arrive in black, gold, blue, pink and silver. Mum's the word on a price and release date, sadly.
  • The DMC-FH27 and DMC-FH25 point-and-shoots are both aimed at the fashionistas in the crowd, with the pair touting a 16.1 megapixel sensor, 8x optical zoom lens and a 720p movie mode. There's also an advanced Intelligent Auto mode for those who detest fiddling with settings, and the Venus Engine VI image processor promises to speed up just about everything dealing with operation. Face detection, optical image stabilization and an intelligent scene selector are all present, though the FH27's 3-inch rear LCD one-ups the 2.7-inch panel that's on the FH25. Per usual, Panny's keeping its trap shut when it comes to a price and release date.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and DMC-S1 cameras at CES 2011


Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FH series cameras at CES 2011

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Panasonic intros Lumix DMC-S3, DMC-S1, DMC-FH25 and DMC-FH27 compact cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • For starters, we've got a pair of newcomers to the Lumix FH series, the FH5 and FH2. Both of these are sporting sleek, svelte exteriors, with the DMC-FH5 nabbing a 16 megapixel sensor and the DMC-FH2 stepping down to 14 megapixels. Both of 'em feature a newly-developed retractable 28mm wide-angle lens, a 4x optical zoom and a 720p movie mode. You'll also find a newly-incorporated Venue Engine VI, which hastens startup and overall reaction times. Mega optical image stabilization, face detection and an intelligent scene selector are all included, as is the Lumix Image Uploader to get your shots up onto the web, STAT. Pricing on this duo is expected at a later date, though we are told that the FH5 will ship in silver, violet, black and gold, while the FH2 dons black, red, pink and blue outfits.
  • Looking for something with a bit more pizazz? The ultrathin FP series is growing by two today as well, with the 16.1 megapixel DMC-FP7 and 14.1 megapixel DMC-FP5 offering up a sexy exterior, 4x optical zoom and a 720p movie mode. The FP7 goes with a mirror-like finish, while the FP5 sticks with matte. The FP7 (shown above) also has a nicer-than-average rear, with a 3.5-inch LCD; the FP5 steps it down ever-so-slightly to a 3.0-incher. Both models include Smart Touch Screens that enable shooters to tweak lots of settings within hitting a single physical button, and the FP7 goes one step further by offering one-touch re-touching. The duo also incorporates Panny's Venus Engine VI, mega optical image stabilization, face detection, an intelligent scene selector and a dedicated iA button. Pricing remains a mystery for these as well, but you can decide between red, blue and black on the FP7 or black, pink, silver and blue on the FP5.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Lumix FP7 cameras at CES 2011


Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FH series cameras at CES 2011

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Panasonic debuts Lumix FP5, FP7, FH5 and FH2 ultraslim compact cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Nate]

Panasonic's Lumix GH2 now shipping in America originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic GF2 shipping December 3rd in Japan, turning gringos green with envy originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Nov 2010 02:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GF2 vs. GF1... fight!

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Panasonic Lumix GF2 vs. GF1... fight! originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Please note: Panasonic has not yet finalized the GF2's firmware, meaning that the sample images and video below may not necessarily be indicative of the quality you'll get from the final product.

Gallery: Panasonic GF2 hands-on

Gallery: Panasonic GF2 sample images

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Panasonic Lumix GF2 preview originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 Micro Four Thirds camera

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 now official: 12.1MP, Full HD movie mode originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 04 Nov 2010 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic's Lumix GF2 Micro Four Thirds camera spotted on billboard originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Nov 2010 08:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Panasonic Lumix Phone eyes-on

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Panasonic Lumix Phone eyes-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Oct 2010 01:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Anton]

P.S. -- It's also noteworthy that Panasonic's press release indicates a folding mechanism for this handset, which, given current trends in Japan, makes it most likely to be a clamshell device. It's also got some DLNA voodoo inside and is coming out by the end of this fiscal year (April 2011).

Panasonic teases a 13.2MP 'Lumix phone' for October 5 unveiling originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 01 Oct 2010 05:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've already gotten our hands on Lensbaby's basic Composer lens, but the company has now gone and expanded its bag of tricks even further with its new Composer with Tilt Transformer kit. The key bit there is the Tilt Transformer (also available separately), which can also accommodate any Nikon mount lens and tilt it up to twice the amount of standard tilt-shift lenses. Have a Panasonic Lumix G Micro System or Olympus PEN Micro Four Thirds camera? Then you can get the kit now for $350 or just the Tilt Transformer for $250 -- Sony NEX camera users will have to wait until October 28th to get in on the act. Full press release is after the break, and our hands-on from the Photokina show floor is just below. Enjoy.

Gallery: Lensbaby Tilt Transformer kit for Micro Four Thirds, Sony NEX cameras hands-on

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Lensbaby rolls out Composer with Tilt Transformer kit for Micro Four Thirds, Sony NEX cameras (hands-on) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 08:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>composercomposer with tilt transformerComposerWithTiltTransformerhands-onlenslensbabylenseslumixmicro four thirdsMicroFourThirdsnexolympusOlympus PenOlympusPenpanasonicpanasonic lumix gPanasonicLumixGPenelope CruzPenelopeCruzphotokinaphotokina 2010Photokina2010sonytilt shifttilt transformertilt-shiftTiltShiftTiltTransformerThu, 23 Sep 2010 08:23:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic Lumix GH2 and 3D interchangeable lens hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/22/panasonic-lumix-gh2-and-3d-interchangeable-lens-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/22/panasonic-lumix-gh2-and-3d-interchangeable-lens-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/22/panasonic-lumix-gh2-and-3d-interchangeable-lens-hands-on/#comments Digg To say the Micro Four Thirds / mirrorless battle is heating up would be understating things greatly. It's certainly the segment getting the most focus here at this year's Photokina, and with Panasonic cranking out yet another, we don't see any signs of it slowing down. The newfangled Lumix DMC-GH2 made its official debut yesterday, bringing with it an impressive list of specifications and compatibility with an oh-so-curious 3D lens that we peeked in prototype form back at IFA. When speaking to booth representatives here in Cologne, we learned that said lens will actually save both a 3D and 2D version of each picture you take, making it a far more viable option for someone who is just looking to test the 3D waters without giving up entirely on 2D. The camera itself felt sufficiently light, but it doesn't seem much more compact than the GH1 before it. And at $900, we've got our hearts set on a bona fide DSLR -- sorry, but it's true. Anywho, hit the gallery below if you're itching for a closer look at your maybe-possibly-probably next shooter (along with glimpses at the trio of lenses that were also revealed here at the show).

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GH2 and 3D interchangeable lens hands-on

Panasonic Lumix GH2 and 3D interchangeable lens hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d lens3dLensavchdcameradigicamdigital cameraDigitalCameradmc-gh2DSLMgh2H-FT012hands-oninterchangeable lensInterchangeableLenslumixlumix dmc-gh2lumix glumix gh2LumixDmc-gh2LumixGLumixGh2panasonicphotokinaphotokina 2010Photokina2010Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic's $900 Lumix GH2 officially debuts: 16MP, 1080p movie mode, 3D interchangeable lens]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/panasonic-lumix-gh2-officially-debuts-16mp-1080p-movie-mode/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/panasonic-lumix-gh2-officially-debuts-16mp-1080p-movie-mode/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/panasonic-lumix-gh2-officially-debuts-16mp-1080p-movie-mode/#comments Well, would you look at that? The rumor mill nailed it once more, and we couldn't be happier about it. Here at Photokina, Panasonic just removed the veil from its glistening Lumix GH2, a followup camera that looks to be worth every penny it'll cost you to upgrade. There's a 16 megapixel Live MOS sensor, SD / SDHC / SDXC memory card slot, Micro Four Thirds mount, 23 points of auto focus tracking, face detection and so, so much more. Like what, you ask? Like an ISO range from 160 to 12800, hot shoe accessory mount, 3-inch rear LCD, mini HDMI output, USB 2.0 connectivity, a 2.5mm remote / external microphone input and a 1080/60i movie mode.

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Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GH2 press photos

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix G Lenses press photos

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GH2 unveiling at Photokina 2010

Continue reading Panasonic's $900 Lumix GH2 officially debuts: 16MP, 1080p movie mode, 3D interchangeable lens

Panasonic's $900 Lumix GH2 officially debuts: 16MP, 1080p movie mode, 3D interchangeable lens originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Sep 2010 04:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d lens3dLensavchdcameradigicamdigital cameraDigitalCameradmc-gh2DSLMfirmwarefirmware updateFirmwareUpdategh2interchangeable lensInterchangeableLenslumixlumix dmc-gh2lumix glumix gh2LumixDmc-gh2LumixGLumixGh2mirrorlesspanasonicPanasonic Lumix GH2PanasonicLumixGh2photokinaphotokina 2010Photokina2010Tue, 21 Sep 2010 04:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Leica quietly showcases D-Lux 5, redesigned X1 and rebranded DMC-FZ100]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/20/leica-quietly-showcases-d-lux-5-redesigned-x1-and-rebranded-dmc/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/20/leica-quietly-showcases-d-lux-5-redesigned-x1-and-rebranded-dmc/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/20/leica-quietly-showcases-d-lux-5-redesigned-x1-and-rebranded-dmc/#comments We're tucked away in Leica's high-brow design preview event here in Köln, and while it appears that the vast majority of those in attendance showed just to boast about their suit, we're strictly here for the gear. That being said, let us be the first to formally introduce you to the now-official D-Lux 5 rangefinder. Or, sort of official D-Lux 5. Unlike the M9 'Titanium' -- which the company spent a solid two hours boasting about -- the D-Lux 5 (a rebranded / tweaked LX5?) has been given nothing but a passing glance of affirmation, though we're anticipating a more formal release with specifications and the like tomorrow. Leica aficionados have likely been hearing whispers of this beaut for the past dozen months, but at long last, the unicorn has apparently transformed into a Gypsy Vanner. Though, still a mysterious one.

In case that's not exactly your cup of million-dollar tea, it appears that Panasonic's DMC-FZ100 -- deemed the world's best megazoom by critics back in August -- has been reborn as a Leica, though the shell doesn't appear to have changed at all. Of course, we've seen Leica pull this rebranding trick before, but we're sure the so-called V-Lux 2M is far superior in some way that we've yet to be informed about. Rounding out the round of mystique is the gently refashioned X1, which was seen sporting a far more luxurious casing compared to the original. Feel free to drown yourself in the images below, and keep it locked right here for more as we hear it.

Gallery: Leica D-Lux 5 behind glass at Photokina 2010

Gallery: Leica's redesigned X1 on display at Photokina 2010

Gallery: Leica's V-Lux 2M shown at Photokina 2010

Leica quietly showcases D-Lux 5, redesigned X1 and rebranded DMC-FZ100 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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