Here are several hands-on pictures of the famous Panasonic SDR-SW21 tough camcorder. This video recorder can be used in seawater to a depth of 2 meters, shockproofing that protects against falls from up to 1.2 metres, and dustproofing. It also features the new YouTube Uploader function that makes video uploading super easy. You just need to set the camcorder to “Web Mode” and it will record the movie in a YouTube compatible format. And then, you can connect the camcorder via USB to a PC and the YouTube Uploader automatically starts. Find out more pictures after the jump. More
Panasonic has upgraded its Lumix FS series with three digital cameras. The DMC-FS12 is a 12 Megapixel camera that features 4x (31-124mm equiv.) optical zoom and a 2.7-inch LCD with Intelligent Auto mode, Optical Image Stabilization and Face Detection. Meanwhile, the DMC-FS62 and FS42 come with 10 Megapixel sensors, 2.5-inch LCDs, 4x (33-132mm equiv.) zoom lenses. These cameras also feature Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Face Detection. Sadly, there is no info on pricing or availability at this time. We will keep you posted. More
Here is the red version of Panasonic’s DMC GH1. The camera is able to capture 1080p video at 24fps with its continuous contrast-based autofocus with a silent-focusing lens. [SlipperyBrick]
Panasonic today released firmware update version 1.1 for the Lumix DMC-LS85 and Ls86 digital camera. The first update offers the following improvements including the stability of video playback, when the AV cable is connected. You can download the firmware update here. [dcviews]
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH1 is claimed to be the world’s first DSLR camera with exchangeable lenses that is capable of capturing full High Definition video in a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels at 60fps. Each video clip is stored in the AVCHD (MPEG_4/H.264) format. Besides its capability to capture full High Definition video, the camera also features fully automatic iA mode, it provides excellent pictures for beginners. Unfortunately, there’s still no word on pricing and availability yet. [LetsGoDigital] More
by Johan on February 13, 2009
Panasonic today released firmware update version 1.2 for the Lumix DMC-G1. This update offers some improvements including performances in the Auto White Balance and the color reproduction and a reliability on the flash operation in low temperature environments. You can download the firmware update here. [dcviews]
