On Sunday, September 9, 2012
10.1 megapixels | 3" screen | 24 � 90 mm (3.8�)
With the launch of the 10MP DMC-LX7, Panasonic will be hoping to regain lost ground since the debut of its predecessor, the LX5, in 2010. The route it has chosen is to retain the same form-factor but add the fastest lens we've yet seen on a compact camera. Its 24-90mm equivalent optic has an aperture range of F1.4-2.3, surpassing the recently-released Samsung EX2F's 24-80mm equivalent F1.4-2.7 at the long end.
To make the most of the fast lens, Panasonic has added an aperture ring around the lens barrel, alongside a 3-stop neutral density filter that has its own external control point. The lens also employs Panasonic's Nano Surface Coating to reduce flare and ghosting.
To make the most of the fast lens, Panasonic has added an aperture ring around the lens barrel, alongside a 3-stop neutral density filter that has its own external control point. The lens also employs Panasonic's Nano Surface Coating to reduce flare and ghosting.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 Product Specifications.
Specifications
| Body type | ||
|---|---|---|
| Body type | Compact | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | |
| Other resolutions | 3968 x 2232, 3776 x 2520, 3328 x 1872, 3168 x 2112, 3072 x 2304, 2784 x 1568, 2736 x 2736, 2656 x 1768, 2560 x 1920, 2304 x 2304, 2208 x 1248, 2112 x 1408, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 480 x 480 | |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | |
| Effective pixels | 10.1 megapixels | |
| Sensor photo detectors | 12.7 megapixels | |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) | |
| Sensor type | CMOS | |
| Processor | Venus Engine | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, (12800 with boost) | |
| White balance presets | 5 | |
| Custom white balance | Yes (2) | |
| Image stabilization | Optical | |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Standard | |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Focal length (equiv.) | 24 � 90 mm | |
| Optical zoom | 3.8� | |
| Autofocus |
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| Digital zoom | Yes (up to 4.5x) | |
| Manual focus | Yes | |
| Normal focus range | 50 cm (19.69") | |
| Macro focus range | 1 cm (.39") | |
| Number of focus points | 23 | |
| Lens mount | Unknown | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | |
| Screen size | 3" | |
| Screen dots | 920,000 | |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Screen type | TFT Color LCD | |
| Live view | Yes | |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | |
| Photography features | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.4 - F2.3 | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 sec | |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec | |
| Aperture priority | Yes | |
| Shutter priority | Yes | |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | Yes | |
| Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) | |
| Flash range | 8.5 m | |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe) | |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (11, 5, 2) | |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | �3 EV (at 1/3 EV steps) | |
| WB Bracketing | No | |
| Videography features | ||
| Format |
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| Microphone | Stereo | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | |
| Videography notes | 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60p, 50p (PSH: 28Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 60, 50fps) ; 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60i, 50i (FSH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 60, 50fps) 1280 x 720 pixels, 60p, 50p (SH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 60, 50fps); 1920 x 1080 pixels, 25 fps (FHD: 20Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 25fps) 1280 x 720 pixels, 30, 25 fps (HD: 10Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 30, 25fps) | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | |
| Storage included | 70 MB Internal | |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | |
| HDMI | Yes (mini HDMI TypeC) | |
| Wireless | None | |
| Remote control | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | No | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery & charger | |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 330 | |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.68 x 1.81") | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | Yes | |
| GPS | None | |
Source:www.dpreview.com
