LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic today
announces a new stylish, compact digital camera, the 14.1-megapixel
LUMIX DMC-S2, with advanced features, including a 28mm
wide-angle LUMIX DC VARIO lens with 4x optical zoom, Sonic Speed
Auto-Focus, and MEGA O.I.S. to help reduce blurry photos due to
shaking hands, 720p HD video capabilities, plus Panorama and Auto
Retouch Mode. The LUMIX S2 merges essential functions and
enhanced performance features into a simple and stylish design
making it an appropriate camera for users with any level of
photography skills.
Featuring the new Panorama Mode, the LUMIX S2 allows users to
shoot a horizontal or vertical panoramic image by taking a sequence
of shots of one scene and overlaying the grouping of pictures to
create one panoramic shot. The new Auto Retouch Mode adjusts
contrast and brightness to give a different and unique look to any
photo with the press of a button.
"With Panasonic's LUMIX S2, we are bringing to market an
affordable, intuitive, compact digital camera with smart features,
designed for users who simply want to take great quality photos and
videos," said David Fisher, Product
Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Marketing Company of North America. "Beyond the powerful 28mm
wide-angle lens and HD video, the S2 also offers excellent
landscape and large group shooting with the Panorama Mode and
convenient retouching with Auto Retouch Mode."
In addition, the DMC-S2 features dramatically speedier focusing,
allowing users to quickly focus on moving subjects when shooting
sports and other fast motion scenes. The Sonic Speed AF
system includes numerous re-engineering enhancements, including a
higher-speed actuator, optimized algorithms and parallel software
processing. The result is fast and accurate AF performance.
With Panasonic's popular iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode, the LUMIX
S2 allows users to easily activate a suite of technologies that
engage automatically – with no setting changes needed, for
beautiful, natural shots. In addition to MEGA O.I.S., iA also
includes Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and
Face Detection. For video shooting, the LUMIX S2 features
dynamic 1280 x 720p HD video recording capabilities.
The LUMIX S2 features a 2.7-inch Intelligent LCD and 28mm
wide-angle LUMIX DC VARIO lens with 4x optical zoom and Intelligent
Zoom for extended magnification to 8x, with the newly-integrated
Intelligent Resolution technology. The high-speed, high-performance
Venus Engine is incorporated to enable beautiful image recording
with higher quality signal processing, while the Sonic Speed AF
makes it easier to capture spur-of-the-moment photos.
Pricing and 2012 availability will be announced approximately 30
days prior to shipping. The Panasonic LUMIX S2 will be
available in a variety of colors, including black, pink and
violet. For more information, and live coverage on
January 10-11 from Panasonic at the
2012 International Consumer Electronics Show, please visit
www.panasonic.com/CES. Plus follow Panasonic's CES activities on
Twitter @PanasonicEvents and join the conversations.
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* This unit is compatible with both SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards.
You can only use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible
with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are
only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC Memory
Card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions
for that device.)
* SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used only in
equipment that is compatible with their respective formats.
* If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards,
a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause
recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the
card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site –
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
* Some accessories are not available in some countries.
* The use of recorded or printed materials that are protected by
copyright for any purpose other than personal enjoyment is
prohibited, as it would infringe upon the rights of the copyright
holder.
* Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J.,
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America, the
principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:
PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and
R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in
the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of innovative
consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD 3D Televisions, Blu-ray
players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless
Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care products and
more.
Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the
earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the
company's Eco Ideas programs. Panasonic was the only Consumer
Electronics company to be listed in the top ten brands on the
Interbrand Best Global Green Brands 2011 ranking. Follow Panasonic
on Twitter @panasonicdirect, and additional company information for
media is available at www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
SOURCE Panasonic