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 Click on the Lumix FZ7 to take a QuickTime VR tour Panasonic's latest addition to its Lumix "super zoom" line is the six-megapixel DMC-FZ7. This compact and lightweight camera features a high-quality Leica DC VARIO-ELMARIT 12x optical zoom (equivalent to 35mm to 430mm on a 35mm film camera) with Panasonic's MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer. The DMC-FZ7 is Panasonic's most "anti-blur" camera ever, addressing the two major causes of blurred images: hand movement and subject movement. It incorporates Panasonic's acclaimed MEGA Optical Image Stabilization technology, which uses a gyrosensor to detect and compensate for hand movement by shifting internal lens elements. It is a true optical system; the image is not electronically processed so there is minimal degradation and exceptional picture quality. MEGA OIS is especially important when utilizing the 12x optical zoom as even the smallest hand movement could ruin the shot. With MEGA OIS, the image remains steady. Additionally, the new DMC-FZ7 features a new High Sensitivity Mode which suppresses blur caused by quickly or unpredictably moving subjects, especially when shooting indoors with fast shutter speeds. The MEGA O.I.S. feature and High Sensitivity Mode allow the user to shoot with a maximum ISO 1600 setting. The DMC-FZ7 packs a wealth of advanced technology and easy-to-use features in a sleek, compact package. It is equipped with both automatic and manual controls that meet the needs of advanced users and beginners alike. The auto focus settings include a wide area 9-point, 3-point high speed, 1-point normal speed, Spot autofocus and a 1-point high-speed autofocus. The latter nearly eliminates the time lag that often occurs with high-magnification zoom shots, letting you capture those great, spontaneous moments. An AF-assist Lamp provides extra lighting as a focusing aid for slightly dark situations where AF focusing would ordinarily be difficult. Panasonic's LSI Venus Engine II handles image processing, LCD functions, and writing to the memory card simultaneously, making the DMC-FZ7 incredibly responsive with an industry-leading release time lag of 0.008 seconds minimum and shutter interval of approx. 0.5 seconds minimum. The LSI also enables lightning-fast consecutive shooting capability, capturing sequential shots at a rate of up to 3 frames per second at full resolution. An unlimited consecutive shooting function allows the user to take photos in succession until the memory card is full. The LSI also improves horizontal, vertical and diagonal resolution.
The DMC-FZ7 is powered by a large 710 mAh battery to help extend the amount of pictures
taken on one charge; 16 scene modes; 4x digital zoom; color viewfinder; 2.5-inch LCD
monitor; and normal (640 x 480) and wide (848 x 480) VGA motion image recording. Optional
accessories include ND filters, AC adaptor, MC protector, close-up lens, wide conversion
lens and tele conversion lens.
Major DMC-FZ7 Features:
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3:2 Aspect Ratio: 16.5x for 2.5 Mega
16:9 Aspect Ratio: 16.5x for 2 Mega
A/S/M: Wide 5cm/Tele 200cm - infinity
Macro, Motion Image, Simple (except for Tele): Wide: 5cm/Tele 200cm - infinity
Macro, Motion Image, Simple (Tele Macro Mode): 100cm - infinity
3:2 Aspect Ratio: 2816 x 1880,
2048 x 1360
16:9 Aspect Ratio: 2816 x 1584,
1920 x 1080
Manual: 60 - 1/2000 sec.
Starry Sky Mode: 15, 30, 60 sec.
Picture with audio: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif2.2 standard)+ QuickTime
Motion images: QuickTime Motion JPEG
(Specifications as provided by the manufacturer.)
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Lumix DMC-FZ7 Specifications
Image Sensor
1/2.5" CCD, Primary Color Filter
6.37 Total Megapixels
6.0 Effective Megapixels
Lens
Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 12x Optical Zoom
f=6.0-72mm (35mm equivalent: 35-430mm)
F2.8 - F3.3 max. aperture
F2.8-F8 (W) / F3.3-F8 (T) adjustable aperture
4x Digital Zoom (up to 66x when combined with Extra Optical Zoom)
11 Elements in 8 Groups (3 Aspherical)
Extra Optical Zoom
4:3 Aspect Ratio: 14.7x fpr 4 Mega, 16.5x for 3 Mega, 2 Mega, 1Mega, 0.3 Mega
Focusing Area
Normal: Wide 30cm/ Tele 200cm - infinity
Focus
TTL Contrast-Detect AF System
AF/MF Switchable
Manual Focus (Joystick)
Normal/Macro (Dial)
Continuous AF On/Off
Focus-Assist Illuminator
Optical Image Stabilizer
MEGA O.I.S. (Mode 1 / Mode 2)
Image Processor
Venus Engine II™ LSI
Recording Image Size (Pixels)
Still Image:
4:3 Aspect Ratio: 2816 x 2112,
2304 x 1728,
2048 x 1536,
1600 x 1200,
1280 x 960,
640 x 480
Motion Image (Quick Time Motion JPEG)
30 or 10 fps (16:9 848x480 / 4:3 640x480, 320x240 pixels) with audio
Length of movies depends on available memory.
ISO Sensitivity
Auto / 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 (High Sensitivity Mode: Auto/800/1600)
White Balance
Auto/Daylight/Cloudy/Halogen/
Flash/White Set 1/2
White Balance Adjustment
(except for Auto WB)
Exposure Modes
Auto
Program AE w/Shift
Aperture Priority AE
Shutter Priority AE
Manual
Scene Modes
Portrait, Sports, Scenery, Night Scenery, Panning, Night Portrait, Fireworks, Party, Snow, High Sensitivity
Exposure Compensation
1/3 EV Step, ± 2 EV
Auto Bracketing AE
±1/3 EV - 1EV Step, 3 Frames
Light Metering
Intelligent Multiple / Center-weighted / Spot
Shutter Speed
8 - 1/2,000 sec.: Program AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority AE
Self Timer
10 seconds / 2 seconds
Picture Adjustment
Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation, Noise Reduction
Color Effect Mode
Cool, Warm, Black & White, Sepia
Image Quality
TIFF / Fine / Standard
Recording Format
Still Image: JPEG(Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding
Mega Burst® Shooting Mode
Full-resolution image:
Standard Mode: Up to 13 images at 3 or 2 frames/sec.
Fine Mode: Up to 7 images
Still Image Recording with Audio
5 seconds
Audio Dubbing
Maximum of 10 Seconds
Built-in Flash Mode
Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction,
Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction
Forced On/Off
Wide: 0.3 - 6.0m (ISO Auto)
Tele: 0.3 - 5.4m (ISO Auto)
External Flash
n/a
Real-time Histograms
Yes
LCD Monitor
2.5" Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT LCD Display (114k pixels, Transflective Type)
Field of view: approx. 100%
Power LCD Mode, High Angle LCD Mode
Viewfinder
0.33" diagonal Color EVF (114k pixels)
Field of view: approx. 100%
Built-in SD Card Slot
Yes
Recording Media
SD Memory Card (SD), 16MB included
Microphone
Built-in
Speaker
Built-in
Auto Review
1 sec/3 sec/zoom
Quick Review
1x/4x/8x
OSD Language
English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, Italian, French
Playback Mode
9-Thumbnail Display
Zoomed Playback (16x max)
Image Rotation
Slide Show
Resizing
Trimming, Protection
DPOF Setting
Direct Print
Yes, PictBridge compatible
Interface
DC Input, A/V Output (NTSC/PAL), USB 1.1
Power Supply
Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 710 mAh)(Included)
AC Battery Charger (Input: 110-240V AC)(Included)
Battery Life
Up to 320 pictures (CIPA Standard)
Up to 340 pictures with EVF
Dimensions (H x W x D)
2.84 x 4.43 x 3.11 inches
Weight
0.68 lbs without battery and SD card
Included Software
LUMIX Simple Viewer, Photo Fun Studio
ArcSoft PhotoBase, ArcSoft PhotoImpression,
ArcSoft Panorama Maker
USB Driver
Included Accessories
Battery Charger, Battery Pack, SD Memory Card (32 MB)
Lens Cap, Lens Hood, AV Cable, USB Connection Cable
AC Cable, Strap, CD-ROM
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