Panasonic Lumix GF1 Hybrid Digital Camera

Panasonic Korea announced the launch of hybrid digital camera LUMIX GF1 based on Micro Four Thirds System. The 4/3 type 12.1 megapixel Live MOS sensor contained in the GF1 offers the best of both worlds the superior image quality of CCD sensors,and low power consumption of CMOS sensors.

Advanced technology that allows to read 4 channels of data while also helping GF1 provides 60 frames per second Full time Live View images,while faithfully reproducing high resolution images with fine detail and rich gradation. Contrast AF system adopted in GF1 feature not only precision but also the industry’s fastest high speed level,[eg Approx. 0.3 seconds with a standard zoom lens Lumix GH-FS014045].There are many reasons to employ the contrast AF focus system,including full time live view.

GF1 optimize the overall benefits of the camera system to ensure that the picture quality exceptional.It can record an image still alive and smooth,beautiful film.Features that advanced AVCHD GF1 Lite movie mode,which is ideal for extended HD recording films and network with other AV devices,and also can record Motion JPEG format,which offers wide compatibility with PC.

In addition to a number of beginner friendly shooting assist functions, such as the popular Lumix IA [Intelligent Auto] mode,which GF1 also equipped with unique functions,including exposure meters,aperture and shutter speed preview of a preview of the live view.

GF1 While small in size,does not compromise function.It is equipped with a built in flash.This has a large,3.0 inch Intelligent LCD with wide angle and full resolution 460,000 dot.Users enjoy life,highly detailed images both when shooting and when he saw the results.

The GF1 is expected to be available in Black and White.There’s no word on pricing yet.[via aving]