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AccessoriesPanasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 Digital Camera
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Key Features of the Panasonic DMC-LX2 :
The 16:9 aspect ratio closely approximates the natural wide field of view of thehuman eye. To express this view more beautifully, the DMC-LX2 features a 10.2-magapixel 16:9 aspect CCD that produces images with all the clarity and dramatic presence of a movie scene. Even after shooting, the 16:9 ratio can be converted to 3:2 or 4:3 with the camera according to your purpose of use.- 10.2 Megapixel Resolution.
- 4x Optical zoom.
- Optical Image Stabilizor for Blur free images.
- Large 2.8" LCD display.
- Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens.
- ISO Sensitivity of 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 and 3200 (High Sensitivity mode).
- Intelligent ISO Control (I.I.C.) reduces image blur from subject movement and low light.
- Real-time histograms and Composition guidelines for better results.
- Can record movies in HD format (1280 x 720) at 15 frames per second.
The LX2 features a Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens with 9 elements in 8 groups. Full use of the CCD allows wide-angle 28mm shooting (equivalent to a 28 mm to 112 mm lens on a 35 mm camera). This is highly effective for expressing distance, and when shooting at a limited range indoors.
The extra optical zoom made possible by using the center part of 10.2-megapixel high resolution CCD, further extends the zoom ratio to 5.5x for 5-megapixel image recording in 16:9 aspect with minimal deterioration. Adding the Extra Optical Zoom to the 4x digital zoom extend the total zooming power to a maximum of 22x ( equivalent to a 616 mm lens on a 35mm camera).
Panasonic invented the MEGA O.I.S.(Optical Image Stabilizer) system to fight against the major cause of blurred images. It compensates for the blurring caused by hand-shake. The movement of the subject, the other major cause of blurred images, is suppressed by the advanced image processing LSI Venus Engine III with the Intelligent ISO Control (I.I.C.).
The DMC-LX2 adopts the Venus Engine III to realize high sensitivity recording at max. ISO 1600 at full resolution. The noise reduction system is greatly improvedby removing noise at the processing stages in series. The joystick was incorporated to facilitate operational ease and thereby get the best technical advantage of the multitude of functions offered by the camera.
A switch on the side of the lens barrel lets you quickly change the focus mode between MF, AF or Macro AF. The AF mode can be selected according to the shooting situation: 9-point, 3-point high speed, 1-point high speed, 1-point and Spot. The AF/AE lock button lets you frame your shot freely while keeping the focus locked.
Ther is an AF Assist Lamp, New Composition Guidelines, Real-Time Histograms and Two Axis White Balance Adjustment. Adjust the exposure setting to create a particular image, and Auto Bracketing lets you pick the best shot from different, automatically graduated exposures.
The LX2 features a Color Effect Mode, Picture Adjustment mode, a Zoom Auto Review, Direct Button Operation and You can use either a 10-second or 2-second self timer setting. The LX2 is equipped with a built-in multifunctional flash that features Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync/Red- Eye Reduction, and Forced On/Off.
To express the best of the extensive 16:9 wide image recording, the wide 2.8" and large 207k pixels high resolution LCD is newly equipped. The new High Angle Mode makes the display extremely easy to view & the LCD backlight is about 1.4 times brighter.
- 16:9 Aspect Ratio CCD with 10.2-Megapixel Resolution
- 28 mm in 16:9 aspect ratio (35 mm equivalent)
- Direct Switch Selection of 3 Aspect Ratios
- 4x Optical Zoom & 28mm Wide-Angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT Lens
- 5.5x Extra Optical Zoom in 5-Megapixel
- Brighter 2.8" LCD with High Angle Mode for Easy Viewing
- MEGA O.I.S.(Optical Image Stabilizer) - The New Standard in Digital Camera Performance
- Intelligent ISO Control for Preventing Blurry Shots from Moving Subjects
- Venus Engine III to realize high sensitivity recording at max. ISO 1600 at full resolution
- Super-Fast Shutter Response
- Full Manual Control and Easy Joystick Operation
- Easy-to-Access Mode Switch
- Faster AF, Selectable AF Area
- AF / AE Lock Button
- AF Assist Lamp
- New Composition Guidelines
- Real-Time Histograms
- Two Axis White Balance Adjustment
- Exposure Compensation
- Auto Bracketing
- Color Effects Mode
- Picture Adjustment: Natural, Standard, Vivid
- Zoom Auto Review
- Direct Button Operation
- Built-in Flash with Output Adjustment
- Built-In Memory — Shoot Even When You Don't Have an SD / SDHC Memory Card
- Wide Aspect VGA* Motion-Picture Mode (30/10 fps) and High Definition Motion Picture (15fps)
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Compare Panasonic DMC-LX2 with similar cameras
| Name: | Panasonic DMC-LX2 | Canon SD900 | Canon S90 |
| Megapixels: | 10.0 | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Optical Zoom: | 4 X | 3 X | 4 X |
| Max Res: | 4224 x 2376 | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| LCD Screen: | 2.8 " (16:9 ratio) | 2.5 " | 3 " |
| Digital zoom: | 4X | 4X | Yes, 4x |
| Image stabilizer: | Yes, Lens | No | Yes, Lens |
| Media Card: | SD / MMC / SDHC card + Internal | SD / MMC card | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus |
| Battery: | Lithium-Ion rechargeable | Lithium-Ion NB-5L battery & charger | Lithium-Ion NB-6L & charger |
| Weight (with batteries): | 220 g (7.8 oz) | 205 g (7.2 oz) | 195 g (6.9 oz) |
| Lowest Price: | $369.95 | $324.95 | $390.00 |
| Details: | View details | View details | View details |
Panasonic DMC-LX2 User Reviews
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This item is reviewed by 91 people so far.
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Horrible Repair Service
- Reviewd on: 1/22/2010 12:00:00 AM By: William Dietsch
The camera is great. Small, easy to use, great lens, and fine pictures. My complaint is with Panasonic service. After a couple of years, the sensor or something went, rendering the camera useless. Following instructions, I sent the camera to their service center. Got the camera back in a few weeks. THE CAMERA WAS IN EXACTLY THE SAME INOPERABLE CONDITION AS IT WAS WHEN I SENT IT IN TO BE REPAIRED. I phoned them, and was unable to speak with anyone responsible. Finally I received a return sticker. Returned the camera. I just got a new bill charging me for another repair on the same camera for the same money I paid in the first place. It is impossible to speak to anyone on the phone who can resolve a problem. I sent copies of all documents back to them and now await some kind of reply. DO NOT BUY PANASONIC IF YOU EXPECT ANY CUSTOMER SERVICE REGARDING REPAIRS. |
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great camera
- Reviewd on: 1/9/2010 12:00:00 AM By: Peter Barbian
I have the Lumix FX 50 a while ago and wanted to have a smaller camera for everyday use. I love my new LX2K - it is small but takes the same great fotos like its big brother does. for everyone who wants more than snapshots - this is the right choice. |
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Panasonic Disaster
- Reviewd on: 11/13/2009 12:00:00 AM By: Nelson W. Lentz
I only found out after I bought it that the 10.2 MP rating was only applicable when the camera was used with the lens set in wide angle form, the self timer never work properly, and the thing died on me unexpectedly after less than a years use. I had thought when I bought it that it was going to be a great little camera because it had a Lieca lens and the zoom range was excactly what I'd been looking for. But this was my first digital camera and I obviously made a poor choice. |
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Superb images
- Reviewd on: 6/29/2009 12:00:00 AM By: Paik Y. Cook
I purchased this camera about a year ago but never took this camera serious until recently. On an overseas trip to S. Korea. I ended up using this camera because I found it impractical to carry around Canon 40 D when you walk or ride subway most of times. I set the resolution to 7.5 M (the highest setting) and PROGRAM MODE in all pictures. I had problems initially with the picture quality: most pictures were overexposed but I learned how to RESET and corrected the problem; the images were on BLUE side but I corrected by adjusting the WB ADJUST. Most of my street images are superb. PICTURES ARE PARTICULARLY IMPRESSIVE WHEN THE EXPOSURE IS JUST PERFECT. I cannot really tell the difference which ones were taken by Lumix and which ones by Canon 40D. (As a fine art photography major in college, I am very critically of the image quality.) Cons: Wish this camera had an automatic open/closure cap; I don't like the little metal thing that you push to the right/left to turn on/off the camera. Why didn't they come with up a recessed push button?; The battery seems to run out quick; the camera has RAW option all right but a RAW image is as big as 16MB. Besides, when you set to RAW, the camera takes a JPEG image at the same time regardless you want it or not. |
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Panasonic camera
- Reviewd on: 4/22/2009 12:00:00 AM By: Mark Twain
A very good camera. It is small enough to take with you and good enough to want to. |
