$129.99 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15K 12.1MP Camera Is Best Buy Deal Of The Day

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As reported yesterday Best Buy launched the Deal of the Day sales on their online store. From now until Christmas (except Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday) Best Buy will feature a deal of the day. Yesterday's deal was very good and today is not bad either.
Today you can buy the 12.1MP Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15K camera for $129.99 (MSRP $179.99). On Amazon the Panasonic DMC-FS15 sells for more than $150 depending on the color.
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Posted on Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:02:27 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Ships Next Week

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The new Micro Four-Thirds Camera Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 is shipping on September 24th from Amazon.com.
The Lumix DMC-GF1 offers interchangeable lenses on an ultra compact camera. With the GF1 you can take both high-quality photos and record HD movies. Read more

Posted on Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:56:28 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix FZ35 Superzoom Camera Unveiled

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Panasonic has also introduced another new point-and-shoot camera called the DMC-FZ35 that sports a massive zoom range of 18x with HD video recording. The 18x zoom lens also supports motion zoom for video recording.

Panasonic added new manual modes and creative options with Creative Capture mode, My Color Mode, and a high dynamic mode. The sensor of the camera has 12.1MP and uses Power OIS to stabilize the image through the zoom range. Read more

Posted on Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 Camera Unveiled

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Panasonic has announced a new addition to the Lumix point-and-shoot camera line called the DMC-ZR1. The camera features the world's first 0.3mm thick aspherical lens. The lens allows the compact camera to have a compact body and feature a 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens and 8x optical zoom.

The ZR1 has a zoom range of 25 to 200mm and a 12.1MP sensor. The camera also supports video recording and the eightx zoom can be used with video. The start-up time for the cam is 1.1 seconds. The rear LCD is a 2.7-inch unit and the internal battery can take 330 images on a single charge. Read more

Posted on Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends tested the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 camera and published a review.
Quote from the review: "Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FS15 is a very good mid-priced point-and-shoot camera that's particularly strong at taking close-ups. The unit's small, relatively thin, and light enough to carry in a shirt pocket, but it's loaded with features including a 12 megapixel image sensor and a Leica 28-145mm lens. Read more

Posted on Mon, 11 May 2009 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 digital camera.
Quote from the review: "There's an old saying in photography-the best camera is the one you have with you. Meaning something is always better than nothing for capturing snapshots. Read more

Posted on Wed, 8 Apr 2009 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 Review

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PhotographyBlog published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 digital camera.
Quote from the review: "The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is a brand new entry in the travel-zoom camera category. Sporting a 12x, 25-300mm lens with optical image stabilisation, 3 inch LCD screen, 720p HD movies and 10 megapixels, the Panasonic TZ7 promises to be the ultimate do-it-all pocket camera. Read more

Posted on Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 camera and gave it high marks. Panasonic unveiled the classic style DMC-LX3 in July of 2008.
Quote from the review: "However, at the high-end of the compact category, things move at a much more leisurely pace, with select manufacturers introducing one or two killer models that usually hang around for awhile. Canon’s 14.7MP PowerShot G10 is a fine example, as is the 10-megapixel LX3 we’re reviewing now. These cameras are for shutterbugs looking for DSLR quality, but without the hassle of carrying a bag of lenses. They’re also willing to spend close to 500 clams at a time when the prices of aim-and-forget are falling to the center of the Earth. Read more

Posted on Mon, 9 Mar 2009 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Adds Lumix GH1 Micro Four Thirds Camera to Lineup

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Panasonic has introduced a new member of its micro four thirds digital camera line called the DMC-GH1. The new camera is being stuck with the popular HD Hybrid moniker and promises pro-level photos with entry level DSLR ease of use.

The camera can record HD 1080p video using the AVCHD standard and can be optioned with a new long-zoom lens. When shot in 1080p mode the camera records at 24 fps and at a resolution of 1280 x 720 it records at 60 fps. The new lens was designed to support HD movie shooting and covers 14mm to 140mm in focal range. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Mar 2009 06:53:38 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Panasonic Announces New Lumix ZS-Series Compact Digital Camera

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Panasonic has announced a new compact digital camera called the ZS-series that includes the DMC-ZS3 and the DMC-ZS1. The ZS3 is the first digital camera in the world to feature HD video recording in AVCHD Lite rather than motion Jpeg like many cameras use.

The camera also features advanced facial recognition that allows users to register a face once it has been pictured several times. When registered the camera will show the name of the person and prioritize exposure and flash to be sure the subject is well lit in group shots. The ZS3 includes many features like a burst mode with 10 shots per second and more. Optical Zoom is 12x for both cameras and the ZS2 and ZS1 are 10.1 megapixel cameras. Read more

Posted on Wed, 28 Jan 2009 12:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Lumix TS1 is first Water, Shock, and Dustproof Camera with AVCHD Lite HD Video

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Panasonic is announcing several new cameras this week. Among the new cams is the TS1, which is a 10.1-megapixel camera that records HD movies in AVCHD Lite format and is perfect for the outdoors. The camera is the first to record in the AVCHD Lite format and offer resistance to water, dust, and shock.

Optical zoom is 4.6 times and the lens starts at 28mm wide angle and zooms to 128mm telephoto. The camera can be used to take underwater images and video in up to ten feet of water. In addition to underwater shooting, the TS1 can survive falls from five feet and has rubber padding and reinforced glass. Read more

Posted on Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Review

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Panasonic introduced a new kind of camera with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 in September. DCResource has tested the new Lumix G1 and gives it a positive verdict. Only the price could be lower. It currently sells for $800 in shops.

Quote from the review: "The most impressive part of the DMC-G1 is its live view shooting experience. The Micro FourThirds system was designed from the ground up to be live view only, and Panasonic has really hit one out of the park in this area. You'll compose your photos with either the 3-inch, rotating LCD display or a large electronic viewfinder. Both of these screens have exceptional resolutions of 460,000 and 480,000 pixels, respectively, and outdoor and low light viewing is excellent. While the EVF is undoubtedly one of the best ever, it still isn't as sharp or clear as a traditional optical viewfinder. The live view is bright and motion is fluid. You can overlay preset grid lines, or make your own. Read more

Posted on Sun, 2 Nov 2008 15:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 is I4U Top 100 Holiday Gift Tip #76

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Panasonic announced the world's smallest interchangeable lens camera in September called the Lumix DMC-G1. The G1 uses the new Micro Four Thirds system and weighs 0.85 pounds making it also the lightest interchangeable lens camera available. It is actually not a conventional DSLR camera, as it has no internal mirror box, but many list it as DSLR including Amazon.

Panasonic also says that the G1 is also the first DSLR camera to be offered in multiple colors. The G1 will be available in black, blue, and red. The rear LCD is a 3-inch model that can swivel 180 degrees horizontally and 270 degrees vertically. Other features include MEGA optical image stabilization, intelligent ISO, face detection, scene selector and more. The G1 offers 12.1-megapixels. Read more

Posted on Sun, 2 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix G1 DSLR launches

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Panasonic announced the launch of the world's smallest interchangeable lens camera today called the Lumix DMC-G1. The camera uses the new Micro Four Thirds system and weighs 0.85 pounds making it also the lightest interchangable lens camera available. Note that it is not a DSLR camera, as it has no internal mirror box.

Panasonic also says that the G1 is also the first DSLR camera to be offered in multiple colors. The G1 will be available in black, blue, and red. The rear LCD is a 3-inch model that can swivel 180 degrees horizontally and 270 degrees vertically. Other features include MEGA optical image stabilization, intelligent ISO, face detection, scene selector and more. The G1 offers 12.1-megapixels. Availability for the G1 is early October with a kit form coming in November along with additional lenses. Read more

Posted on Fri, 12 Sep 2008 05:55:38 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ50 Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ50.
Quote form the review: "Some things just go together like Brad and Angelica, peanut butter and jelly, Madonna and controversy. And then there are things that aren't so buddy-buddy like digital cameras and Wi-Fi. In theory it sounds wonderful. You take your shots, find a hot spot then upload your images to friends and family. Gee, it sounds just like snapping a shot with your cell phone and zipping photos to your buddies-without tracking down a hot spot. And that's just one of the issues-who wants to spend time uploading huge digicam files while sipping a Doubleshot on Ice to those same pals or trying to see if you've subscribed to XYZ hot spot just to log-on? And then there are our "friends"-those lovable SSID and WEP key numbers. With cell phones so handy, it's no wonder Wi-Fi enabled cameras have gone nowhere as Canon and Nikon have tried unsuccessfully to foist this feature on the public. Read more

Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 13:05:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix FX35 Review

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Panasonic introduced the Lumix FX35 10MP camera in January of this year. LetsGoDigital published a review of the FX35 now.
Quote from the review: "Naturally, there are many more compact cameras with a wide angle lens, however; that of the Panasonic FX35 starts at 25mm, and should therefore be considered a genuine wide angle. Panasonic take digital photography seriously, which is not only obvious from the specifications on paper; it also becomes evident when you take an average LUMIX camera into your hands. Read more

Posted on Mon, 25 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 Revie

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Panasonic announced the Lumix DMC-LX3 last month. PhotographyBlog just published a review of the 10.1MP camera.
Quote from the review: "Today we bring you the World’s first online review of the highly-anticipated Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 compact camera. The LX3 is primarily targeted at the serious photographer looking for a backup to their DSLR, or maybe even as their main camera. A full range of creative shooting modes, RAW mode, fast and wide f/2.0, 24mm lens, high-res 3 inch LCD screen and an ISO range of 80-3200 are all present and correct. Read more

Posted on Tue, 12 Aug 2008 09:54:52 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix LX3 Sample Photos

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As reported earlier today Panasonic announced the Lumix LX3 camera today. The Panasonic Lumix LX3 features a new 1/1.63-inch CCD with 10.1MP resolution and a LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens.
Photographyblog published a set of sample photos taken with the LX3. Read more

Posted on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX37 announced

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The new Panasonic Lumix 10.1MP DMC-FX37 comes with a 25mm ultra-wide-angle LEICA DC lens and 5x optical zoom (equivalent to 25mm to 125 mm on a 35mm film camera), which captures almost double the viewing space at the same shooting distance compared to ordinary 35mm cameras.

Other features of the Lumix FX37 include new AF Tracking function in iA (intelligent auto) mode, 25 scene modes, face detection with up to 15 faces, up to ISO 6400 sensitivity, 4x digital zoom, and a 2.5 inch screen. Read more

Posted on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:37:30 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix FX150 with 14.7MP unveiled

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Panasonic unveiled the compact Lumix FX150 with a large 14.7MP resolution today. The FX150 competes directly with the recently announced Samsung NV100 HD.

All new Lumix cameras can take 1920 x 1080 pixel HD (high-definition) quality photos that perfectly fit a wide-screen (16:9) HDTV for full-screen viewing. The new DMC-FX150 even records dynamic HD motion pictures in 1280 x 720p at a smooth 24 fps, in addition to WVGA (848 x 480) and normal VGA (640 x 480). Read more

Posted on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:30:25 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 unveiled

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Panasonic is introducing the Lumix DMC-LX3, the long-awaited follow-up to the Lumix LX2 of high-end, compact digital still cameras.

The Panasonic Lumix LX3 features a new 1/1.63-inch CCD with 10.1MP resolution. Rather than cramming in the maximum number of pixels possible, it limited the LX3's 1/1.63-inch CCD to 10.1 megapixels. The result is a CCD that provides a generous amount of space for each pixel while offering superb sensitivity and a wide dynamic range made possible by maximizing the size of the photodiode. Read more

Posted on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:05:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr