Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GF2
Panasonic today announced the launch of the Lumix DMC-GF2, the latest LUMIX G Micro System interchangeable lens. The salient features of the new model are its ease of use and excellent image quality, plus a greatly reduced weight and size than the previous model (DMC-GF1): The footprint is reduced by about 19% and weight of 7%. The compatibility with the Four Thirds standard provides users with all the versatility and performance of interchangeable: in addition to optical LUMIX G, DMC-GF2 can in fact use any Four Thirds interchangeable lens with (via the optional DMW-MA1) and therefore also the prestigious Leica M / R (DMW-MA2M or MA3R). This compatibility provides access to a virtually unlimited number of targets to choose from. With the LUMIX G Micro System and the growing assortment of lenses available, the expressive possibilities have no boundaries.
Live MOS sensor 4 / 3 12.1-Megapixel
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 is the smallest and lightest digital camera with interchangeable lenses in the world with integrated flash and a touch-screen with the latter function can act on the car and focus on the shutter button with a simple touch, you can also search through the photos taken by tapping the screen by sliding them with fingers. In iA mode, 7 functions work automatically and simultaneously to optimize your settings, making it easier than ever to take beautiful photos. The Live MOS sensor 4 / 3 12.1-Megapixel gives you the best because it combines the superior quality of a CCD sensor and low power consumption of a CMOS sensor. The Venus Engine FHD, equipped with Intelligent Resolution, boasts an advanced signal processing for both photo and video. Thanks to the Noise Reduction you can take great pictures with high sensitivity (ISO). GF2-DMC also has a contrast AF system, fast and accurate.
Full HD movies in high resolution
DMC-GF2 record movies in high definition Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) in the AVCHD format, combined with high quality audio speakers Dolby Digital Stereo Creator. A dedicated button, located at the top of the machine allows you to instantly start recording video without having to make further changes to the settings, the iA mode is also available for video recording. The Touch AF while shooting video allows you to change the fire just like a professional camcorder, and playback of movies you can convert a video frame photograph. With the Divide Video (video sharing), you can split a video into two parts directly from the camera. GF2-DMC has a My Color mode with 8 preset modes, including Cinema Mode that gives the nuances worthy of a video film. My Color mode in iA and you can adjust the focus by moving the cursor out with a finger. DMC-GF2 has 17 scene modes, and many of these can also be used for filming. With the Full-time Live View you can see how the settings affect the picture before shooting, making it easier to capture the desired atmosphere.
SD Memory Card
Both photos in HD resolution video recorded on the SD Memory Card for your camera are easy to play on a Panasonic VIERA TV: simply insert the card into the Image Viewer VIERA TV or Blu-ray Disc ™ and you’re done. Alternatively you can connect the camera to the TV via an optional mini HDMI cable. You can also see 3D photos taken with the interchangeable lens 3D LUMIX G 12.5 mm / F12 to experience an unprecedented photographic experience.
The proven iA (Intelligent Auto) is also available in video recording, allowing even beginners to shoot great video. The Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) eliminates the involuntary movements of the hand when using the zoom at a high magnification factor. Face Detection automatically detects faces in a framed scene and adjusts focus, exposure, contrast and skin tone for a more optimal result. Intelligent D-range control helps to produce natural images by optimizing the exposure of individual parts of the frame, thus avoiding areas that are too dark or too bright indistinguishable from the details, and helping to highlight and bring out the details and gradations, such as shades of blue of the sky. The Intelligent Scene Selector automatically switches from Portrait to Landscape, Close up, and poor lighting, depending on the situation in order to maximize the visual quality. The Touch AF while shooting video allows you to change the fire just like a professional camcorder. Simply touch the person you want to focus, drawing attention to it. During playback of movies can be converted into a video frame photograph. With the Video Divide a video can be divided into two parts directly from the camera, then deleting the unwanted sequences.
Touchscreen
The touchscreen and the new GUI (Graphic User Interface) makes use of the DMC-GF2 intuitive for any user. To set the focus on a subject by touching on the large 460,000-pixel LCD screen, and always touch the screen, you can also take the picture. Equipped with an integrated flash with new pop-up mechanism, this model, in addition to conventional keys, has a button dedicated to video recording and one for the activation of the iA (Intelligent Auto) that light up when activated.
The aluminum body inspires a feeling of strength and of high quality, and the handle is designed to provide a secure grip, despite the small size of the camera.
Available in black, silver, red and white, DMC-GF2 is a pocket that can give photographers great emotions and pleasant surprises.
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