SECAUCUS, N.J., July 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic today
announced a new addition to the popular line of LUMIX G series
cameras, the LUMIX DMC-G5. The newest Digital Single Lens
Mirrorless camera offering from Panasonic, the LUMIX G5, features a
newly integrated 16.05-megapixel Live MOS sensor and redesigned
Venus Engine to render clear, crisp images in both photo and video
recording. Featuring a compact, lightweight body with
built-in flash, the LUMIX G5 boasts ultra-high mobility while
offering users powerful camera performance which achieves
spectacular image quality, realizing true-to-life photo details
through excellent resolution, image rendering and color
production.
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The LUMIX G5's high-grade lens and precision AF (Auto Focus)
achieves high resolution, optimal balance of resolution and noise
reduction to produce lifelike image rendering and high precision
auto exposure and white balance for faithful color
reproduction. A redesigned Venus Engine features
exceptionally advanced signal processing capabilities, producing
clear, crisp images in both photo and video recording. The
3DNR detects smooth areas or edges in photos and adjusts the
strength of noise reduction (stronger for smooth portion, milder
for edge portion) to maintain object descriptiveness. The
Multi-process NR quickly detects brightness in each part of a
picture and applies optimal noise reduction in multiple
steps. The newly incorporated HDR (High Dynamic Range) allows
for several pictures consecutively shot at different exposure
levels to be overlaid, producing a single composite picture to
eliminate over-exposure or under-exposure.
Like all cameras in the LUMIX G series, the LUMIX G5 adopts
Contrast AF (Auto Focus), so focusing is controlled by the image
sensor. Compared with the Phase difference system AF,
Contrast AF boasts higher accuracy, especially when shooting with a
bright lens with small F values. To further advance the
Contrast AF, the G5 incorporates full-area Touch AF, making it
possible to set the focus on any point in the field of view.
Additionally, ultra high-speed Light Speed AF, quickly locks onto a
subject, making it possible to capture even fast moving subjects
clearly. Combined with Touch AF control and high-speed burst
shooting at six frames per second in 16.05-megapixel full
resolution, it has never been easier to capture fast-moving objects
clearly.
The LUMIX G5 offers users simple operation controls with minimal
stress, so users can concentrate on shooting. A newly added
function lever conveniently located near the shutter release allows
for direct adjustment of zoom*(1), exposure or aperture*(2) control
and can be used to magnify images in playback mode and page flip in
menu mode. Additionally, the combination use of the function
lever and turn-and-push rear dial allows users to adjust major
shooting settings, accelerating the camera's simple, intuitive
operation.
The LUMIX G5's large, bright 1,440,000-dot equivalent LVF (Live
View Finder) retains outstanding viewability and features
approximately 100% field of view. Suppressing color breakup,
the LVF assures stunning image view for any subject or scene.
The LVF is newly designed to integrate an eye sensor for the LUMIX
G5, which allows image output between the LVF and LCD screen to be
switched automatically with the eye sensor on the LVF (which
features optional sensitivity of high, low and off).
Additionally Eye Sensor AF (Auto Focus) automatically starts
focusing when the photographer looks into the EVF to capture
spur-of-the-moment shooting opportunities.
A large, 920,000-dot high resolution LCD screen with
wide-viewing angle rotates 180 degrees to the side, tilts 270
degrees up and down and offers approximately 100% field of
view. Touch screen operation on the LCD screen allows for
simple shooting or playback of images and the new Touch Pad
function enables the use of both LVF and LCD simultaneously, which
encourages more intuitive shooting. Lag time of image output
has been minimized by approximately 18% compared to the LUMIX G5's
predecessor, the LUMIX G3, making it easier to monitor fast-moving
subjects. The Level Gauge give the camera the ability to
automatically detect the horizontal or vertical angle of view so
that photos shot in a portrait aspect will automatically be
displayed vertically, no matter which lens is used. The newly
added Electronic Shutter mode allows silent operation which is
helpful in areas where silence is needed.
Creative Control Mode has been upgraded in the LUMIX G5 with an
increase of filter options from five options to 14, adding Soft
Focus*(3), Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, One Point Color,
Cross Process, Low Key, Toy Effect and Star
Filter, in addition to the conventional Expressive, Retro,
High Key, Sepia, Hi Dynamic, Miniature Effect*(4) modes. With
the new GUI menu tab, switching filter effects is seamless. A
preview of filter effects can be seen on the large LCD screen via
Live View mode and the camera intuitively recommends filters
depending on the scene that the camera detects in iA (Intelligent
Auto) or iA Plus mode. Furthermore, iA Plus mode allows users
to adjust defocusing area in the background, exposure compensation
and white balance for more flexible control while activating
automatic shoot assist functions such as AF Tracking, Intelligent
ISO Control, Intelligent D-range Control, Face Recognition and
Intelligent Scene Selector.
For beginner users of interchangeable lens system cameras, the
LUMIX G5 features the new Scene Guide which offers 23 sample
pictures shot by professional photographers. Users can choose
the photo closest to the situation that they are shooting and
optimal parameters for shooting the scene will be set
automatically*(5). Additionally, procedures, technical advice
and recommended interchangeable lens options for the scene can be
shown to allow users to better understand and learn
photography.
Not only does the LUMIX G5 produce stunning still imagery, but
it also records high quality video. With the ability to
record high-resolution full-HD 1,920x1,080 60p videos in AVCHD
Progressive (MPEG-4) or MP4*(6) format, subjects with fast motion
and fine details are reproduced clearly. In addition to
practical full-time AF, the Touch AF in video recording also lets
the user enjoy professional-like selective focusing which allows
the focus to be shifted while shooting video and AF Tracking easily
locks onto a subject to focus, even when it moves. The Extra
Tele Conversion function extends zoom range Max 4.8x without
deterioration of image quality. The LUMIX G5 features a
dedicated video record button on the top of the camera body so
users can instantly start recording videos while shooting
photographs without changing any settings. The camera can
also take photos while recording video live just by hitting the
shutter button. Along with full-HD video capabilities, the
LUMIX G5 also features high-quality sound, recorded with Dolby®
Digital Stereo Creator and noise from background wind is minimized
with the Wind Cut function.
The LUMIX DMC-G5 will be available in black, white and silver in
various kit options. Pricing and availability will be
announced approximately 30 days prior to shipping. For more
information about Panasonic LUMIX digital cameras, please visit
www.panasonic.com/lumix
*35mm camera equivalent.
*(1) When used with Power Zoom lenses H-PS14042 or H-PS45175.
*(2) In M(Manual) mode
*(3) For photo only
*(4) Sound will not be recorded with [MINIATURE EFFECT] in Creative
Control Mode and approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded.
(If you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture
recording will be approximately 1 minute long)
*(5) Video recording using Scene Guise is not possible in some
scenes.
*(6) 30p in MP4
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- "AVCHD Progressive", "AVCHD", the "AVCHD Progressive" Logo and
the "AVCHD" Logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
- Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
- HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
- All other company and product names are trademarks of their
respective corporations.
- 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.)
- 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.
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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
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