Monday, February 18, 2008

Panasonic DMC-LX2S 10.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)




10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
4x image-stabilized optical zoom; 2.8-inch LCD display
Intelligent ISO Control (I.I.C.) reduces image blur from subject movement and low light
Can record movies in a high-definition (1280 x 720) format at 15 frames per second
Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by li-ion battery pack (battery and charger included)

The new Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is successor to the DMC-LX1, which has received high acclaim worldwide for its unique 16:9 wide CCD, plentiful functions, and smart design. The DMC-LX2 inherits the f2.8 28mm wide angle Leica DC lens, 4x optical zoom (equivalent to 28-112mm on a 35mm film camera), and Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) system in addition to an enhanced CCD capable of taking images at 10.2-megapixel resolution, as well a larger, 2.8-inch 16:9 wide LCD.

This camera has incredible build quality, and takes extremely nice pictures for a point and shoot. It has lots of features, but I think calling it a 10.2mp camera is a little misleading. It's really a 7.5, but you gain the extra couple when it's in 16x9 mode. On the other hand it is a little noisier than I thought, and the design makes it a bit cumbersome for putting in your pocket. Otherwise, I really, really like it.

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