NEW!!! Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 budget compact camera
Panasonic today announced a new 14.1-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 digital camera that features a high-quality 26mm wide-angle, 5x optical zoom lens. The new Panasonic LS5 records HD video in 1280 x 720p at a smooth 30 fps – which is ideal for viewing on a High Definition Television.
Press Release:
SECAUCUS, NJ (July 21, 2011) – Panasonic today announces a new 14.1-megapixel PANASONIC 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 PANASONIC 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.”
To further its ease-of-use, the LUMIX LS5 features Panasonic’s popular iA (Intelligent Auto mode), which automatically engages the following features, without the user making any setting adjustments:
O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) – Helps reduce blur caused by a shaky handFace Detection – Finds human faces to give appropriate focus and exposureIntelligent Scene Selector – Detects the environment and sets the best shooting parameters based on Portrait, Scenery, Night Portrait, Night Scenery and MacroIntelligent ISO Control – Detects the speed of a subject’s movement and determines the the combination values of ISO sensitivity and shutter speed needed to reduce blurThe new LUMIX LS5 records HD video in 1280 x 720p at a smooth 30 fps – which is ideal for viewing on a High Definition Television. Users with a VIERA® HDTV, can simply remove the SD Memory Card from the LUMIX and insert it into the built-in SD Memory Card Slot on the VIERA HDTV to enjoy HD videos and photo slideshows. The LUMIX LS5 can also record video in standard VGA (640 x 480) and QVGA (320 x 240). With the included YouTube and Facebook Image uploader, users can easily share their photos and videos via popular social networking sites.
The Panasonic LUMIX LS5 will be available in black in November 2011. Pricing will be announced approximately 30 days prior to shipping. For more information about Panasonic LUMIX digital cameras, please visit: www.panasonic.com/lumix.
Features:
-14.1 Megapixel Hi-Speed CCD sensor
-5x Optical Zoom
-F2.8 26mm wide-angle lens
-2.7 TFT Screen LCD (230K resolution)
-1280x720p HD video recording @ 30fps
-YouTube & Facebook Image Uploader
-O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization)
-Intelligent Scene Selector
-Face Detection
-USB 2.0 connection
-SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card Compatible
-Runs on two AA batteries (good for approx 160 pictures)
Specifications:
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| Model Name: | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
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| Manufacturer URL: | Mfr. Website |
| General | |
| Model Number: | DMC-LS5 |
| Camera Format: | Compact |
| Currently Manufactured: | Yes |
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| Date Available: | 2011-11-15 |
| Tripod Mount: | Yes |
| Weight: | 6.1 oz (173 g) includes batteries |
| Weight With Batteries? | Yes |
| Size: | 3.8 x 2.4 x 1.1 in. (97 x 62 x 27 mm) |
| Image Capture | |
| Image Resolution: | 4320 x 3240 (14.0 MP, 4:3), 4320 x 2880 (12.4 MP, 3:2), 4320 x 2432 (10.5 MP, 16:9), 3648 x 2736 (10.0 MP, 4:3), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
| Continuous-mode frames/second: | 0.8 |
| Movie Resolution: | 1280×720, 640×480, 320×240 |
| Movie Frame Rate: | 30, 30, 30 |
| Movie Audio: | Yes |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels): | 14.50 |
| CCD Size (inches): | 1/2.33″ |
| Focal Length Multiplier: | n/a |
| Aspect Ratio: | 16:9, 4:3 |
| Sensor Type: | CCD |
| Effective Megapixels: | 14.10 |
| Lens | |
| Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 26 – 130 mm |
| Zoom Ratio: | 5.00x |
| Digital Zoom: | Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values: | Up to 4x |
| Auto Focus: | Yes |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? | No |
| Manual Focus: | No |
| Normal Focus Range: | 15 cm to Infinity 5.9 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range: | |
| Aperture Range: | f/2.8 or f/7.9 (wide) / f/6.5 or f/18.4 (tele) |
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| Display | |
| Optical Viewfinder: | No |
| LCD Viewfinder: | Yes |
| LCD Size (inches): | 2.7 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels): | 230,000 |
| Max Playback Zoom: | |
| Exposure | |
| ISO Settings: | Auto, High Sensitivity Auto (1600-6400), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 |
| White Balance Settings: | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, White Set |
| Shutter Speed Range: | 8 – 1/2000 |
| Exp Adj Range (EV): | +/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
| Metering Modes: | Intelligent Multiple |
| Aperture Priority: | No |
| Shutter Priority: | No |
| Full Manual Exposure: | No |
| Self Timer: | 2 or 10 seconds |
| Flash | |
| Internal Flash: | Yes |
| Flash Modes: | Auto, Auto/Red- eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red- eye Reduction, Forced Off , Slow Sync./Red- eye Reduction. |
| Flash Guide Number (Meters): | n/a |
| Flash Range Description: | 0.6 – 4.6m (Wide/ISO Auto), 0.6 – 2.0m (Tele/ISO Auto) |
| Ext Flash Connection: | n/a |
| Image Storage | |
| Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| Memory Included (MB): | 10.0 |
| Uncompressed Format: | |
| CCD Raw Format: | No |
| Movie File Format: | QuickTime Motion JPEG |
| Connectivity | |
| Video Out: | No |
| Video Mode (NTSC/PAL): | n/a |
| Video Usable as Viewfinder: | n/a |
| External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Other Connection: | |
| Included Software: | PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 Edition, QuickTime, Adobe Reader |
| OS Compatibility: | |
| Power | |
| Battery Form Factor: | 2 x AA |
| Usable Battery Types: | NiMH rechargeable, Alkaline or Lithium disposable |
| Batteries Included: | 2 x AA Alkaline disposables |
| Battery Charger Included: | No |
| CIPA Rating: | 320 |
| Notes & Features: | Optical Image Stabilization, 720p Movies, Intelligent Scene Selector. |