Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 Digital Camera - Black

LUMIX DMC-LX3 10.1 Megapixel Digital Camera with F2.0 24mm Wide-Angle LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON Lens and Enhanced CCD Technology, Black A Pleasure to Own, a Joy to UseDesigned for easy, creative shooting, and high-performance in low-light conditions, the DMC-LX3 features a F2.0 24mm LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens, 10.1 mega pixels and an ultra-sensitive 1/1.63-inch CCD developed specifically for this model. By combining a high-quality lens and sensor ready for a variety of shooting conditions with a wide-range of accessories and manual controls, the DMC-LX3 is ideal for professional photographers and serious amateurs looking for a compact digital camera that furthers their creative photography. More than Just a High Pixel CountThe Highest-Quality Images Ever from a Compact Digital CameraAt the heart of the DMC-LX3, is its 1/1.63-inch CCD. Making the intentional choice to limit the number of mega pixels to 10.1 on its CCD, Panasonic was able to give more space for each pixel and also redesigned the peripheral circuits and other components to further minimize noise generation. As a result, sensitivity is almost 40 percent higher and saturation is increased by 35 percent, when compared to Panasonics 10 MP digital cameras*, giving the DMC-LX3 outstanding image quality and a wide dynamic range, and meeting the demand for a camera that works optimally in low-light environments. The CCD is also capable of reproducing images in three aspect ratios 4:3, 3:2 or 16:9. The new Multi Aspect mode allows the camera to take an image in all three aspect ratios simultaneously, allowing you to choose the version that best suits their needs.Large Aperture F2.0, 24mm Wide-AngleAnother major upgrade to the DMC-LX3 is the F2.0 24mm ultra wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens. The F2.0 is about twice as bright as a F2.8 lens and can shoot at higher shutter speeds to capture clear, blur-free images in dimly lit environments. In addition, the 24mm lens captures approximately a 213% larger viewing angle than a normal 35mm camera and 136% larger compared to a 28mm wide-angle lens. The lens unit consists of eight elements in six groups with four aspherical lenses with four aspherical surfaces. As a result of the F2.0 lens, the DMC-LX3 produces high resolution and minimal distortion and artifacts such as chromatic aberrations, ghosting and flaring. Shooting Functions that Invite CreativityThe DMC-LX3 features a Film mode with six color types and three types of monochrome selections. Much like selecting from different film types, this function gives you the flexibility and creative freedom to take more expressive digital photos. Also, when using the Multi-film mode, the DMC-LX3 produces a maximum of three images from a RAW file for you to compare the different textures. Another new feature is the multiple-exposure feature, which lets you create artistic photos by overlaying up to three consecutive images; while still viewing the last image on the 3.0-inch LCD screen. The LCD on the DMC-LX3 is new and improved with a 460,000-dot high resolution.Camera Effective Pixels10.1 Megapixels Optical Image StabilizerMEGA O.I.S. (Auto/Mode1/ Mode2) Optical Zoom 2.5x Image Sensor 1/1.63" 11.3 Total Mega Pixels CCDPrimary Color Filter Extra Optical Zoom 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 3.8x for 5 Mega, 4.8x for 3 Mega, 2 Mega, 0.3 Mega 3:2 Aspect Ratio: 3.8x for 4.5 Mega, 4.8x for 2.5 Mega16:9 Aspect Ratio: 3.8x for 3.5 Mega, 4.8x for 2 Mega Digital Zoom4x(Max. 14.3x combined with Optical Zoom without Extended Optical Zoom)(Max. 21.4x combined with Extended Optical Zoom) Focal Length f=5.1-12.8mm (35mm Equiv.: 24-60mm)Lens LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON8 elements in 6 groups(4 Aspherical Lenses / 4 Aspherical surfaces) Aperture Range Wide: F3.3 / F8.0 (2 steps)Tele: F5.8 / F8 (2 steps) Conversion Lens Compatibility Yes Focusing Area Normal: Wide 50cm/ Tele 50cm - infinityIntelligent AUTO / Macro: Wide 1cm / Tele 30cm - infinity AF Metering Face / AF tracking / multi-area / 1-area high speed / 1-area / spot Focus Normal / Macro, Quick AF On/Off (On in Intelligent Auto), Continuous AF On/Off AF/MF Switchable, Manual Focus(Joystick), One Shot AF, AF Area Select, AF Tracking AF Assist Lamp Yes ISO Sensitivity Auto / 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 (High Sensitivity Mode : Auto(1600 - 6400) ) White Balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / White Set (Selectable at Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self-Portrait, Sports, Baby, Pet, High Sensitivity, Hi-Speed Burst, Pinhole modes) White Balance Adjustment (±10steps, except for auto set) Exposure Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual, Program Shift(Program AE mode) Exposure Compensation1/3 EV Step, ± 2 EV Backlight CompensationYes (auto in Intelligent AUTO mode)Auto Bracketing (AE)+/- 1/3 EV ~ 1EV step, 3 frames Light Metering Intelligent Multiple / Center-weighted / Spot Scene Modes Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Self-Portrait, Food, Party, Candle Light, Fireworks, Starry Sky, Beach, Aerial Photo, Snow, High Sensitivity, Baby1&2, Underwater, Sunset, Pet, Hi-Speed Burst, Multi Aspect Advanced Scene ModeNo Shutter Speed/Shutter System P:1-1/2000sec (Selectable minimum shutter speed)A/S:8-1/2000sec, M:60-1/2000sec?Starry Sky Mode : 15, 30, 60sec. Self Timer 2sec, 10sec Auto Review 1sec, 2sec, Zoom, Hold Review 1x/4x/8x Picture Adjustment Contrast 2steps+Sharpness +2stepsSaturation 2steps+Noise Reduction 2steps+(can be adjusted in Film Mode) Recording Format Still Image: JPEG(Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 standard), RAW, DPOF corresponding image with audio: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 standard)+ QuickTimeMotion picture: QuickTime Motion JPEG Image Quality Fine / Standard / RAW / RAW+Standard JPEG / RAW+Fine JPEG RECORDING IMAGE SIZE (Pixels).4:3 Aspect Ratio (Still Image) 3648 x 27363072 x 23042560 x 19202048 x 15361600 x 1200640 x 480 3:2 Aspect Ratio (Still Image) 3776 x 25203168 x 21122656 x 17682112 x 14082048 x 1360 16:9 Aspect Ratio (Still Image) 3968 x 22323328 x 18722784 x 15682208 x 12481920 x 1080 Burst Shooting ModeFull-Resolution Image, 2.5 frames/sec Max. 8 images (Standard mode), Max 4 images (Fine), Max 3images (RAW)Unlimited Consecutive ShootingYes Intelligent ExposureOff / Low / Standard / High Digital Red Eye Correction Yes Easy Zoom/Zoom Resume/Motion Zoom No/No/No Still Image Recording with Audio 5 seconds Audio Dubbing Maximum of 10 Seconds Composition Guide LinesYes (2 patterns) Built-in Memory approx. 50MB Scene Mode Help ScreenYes Auto Angle DetectionYes Flip Animation No Travel Date/World TimeYes/Yes Title Edit Yes Text Stamp/Date StampYes Built-in Flash Type/ModeAuto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Flash Synchro ; 1st / 2nd Flash output Adjustment (1/3EV step, -2 - +2 EV) 0.8 - 8.3m (Wide/Macro/ISO Auto), 0.3 - 5.9m (Tele/ISO Auto) External Flash Yes Viewfinder External OVF (Optional) LCD Monitor 3.0", 3:2 Polycrystalline TFT LCD Display (460K dots)Field of View : approx. 100%AUTO Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode Playback Mode REC/Play Selector Switch, 30 & 12-thumbnail Display, Calendar Display, Zoomed Playback (16x max), Playback of Fav Pics, Image Rotation, Resize, Trim, Protection, Aspect Conv. DPOF Print Setting Creating Still Pics from Motion Picture, Dual Image Playback OSD Language English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Chinese(Traditional), Chinese(Simplified), Netherlandic, Thai, Korean, Turkish, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian, Japanese, Swedish, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish Recording Media Built-in MemorySD Memory CardSDHC Memory CardMultiMediaCard (Still image only) Microphone Yes Speaker Yes Interface DC Input, AV Output (NTSC/PAL), HD AV Output (Component), USB 2.0 High Speed Direct Print PictBridge Power Supply Li-ion Battery Pack (3.7V, 1150mAh) (Included)AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional) Battery Life380 pictures (CIPA standard) Included Software PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer- 2.1E ArcSoft (MediaImpression / Panorama Maker) SilkyPix Developer Studio 3.0SE, QuickTime, USB Driver Standard AccessoriesBattery Charger, Battery Pack, Battery carrying case,Lens Cap, Lens Cap Strap, AV Cable, USB Connection Cable, AC Cable,Shoulder Strap, CD-ROM ISO Limit Set Yes Multi-Exposure Yes Multi-Aspect Yes Rec Mode (Mode Dial)Intelligent AUTO, P(Program) mode, A(Aperture Priority) mode, S(Shutter Priority) mode, M(Manual) mode, Custom1, Custom2, Portrait mode, Scenery mode, Sports mode, Night Portrait mode, Close-up mode, Scene mode, Motion Picture Color Bracketing No Real-time Histogram / Highlight Display Yes / Yes Motion Picture 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 640 x 480 pixels 30 fps, 320 x 240 pixels 30 fps/10 fps 16:9 Aspect Ratio: 848 x 480 pixels 30 fps Film Mode Standard, Dynamic, Natural, Smooth, Vibrant, Nostalgic, WB/Standard, WB/Dynamic, WB/Smooth, My Film1, MyFilm2, Multi Film Dimensions (H x W x D)2.34'' x 4.28'' x 1.06'' Weight.5 lbs CGA-S005A Lithium-ion BatteryBattery Charger (110-240V AC)Battery CaseUSB CableA/V CableLens Cap with StrapShoulder StrapSoftware CD-ROM (PHOTOfunSTUDIO viewer, ArcSoft MediaImpression, ArcSoft Panorama Maker, SilkyPix Developer Studio 3.0SE, QuickTime, USB Driver) Operating Instructions1-Year Parts and Labor U.S.A. Limited Warranty