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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 Digital Camera (Black)

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 Digital Camera (Black)
Key Features
  • 10.1 Megapixel
  • 4x Lumix DC Vario Lens (33-132mm)
  • 2.5" LCD Display
  • Intelligent Scene Selector
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 is a feature-rich, camera that's fun and easy to use. The compact camera body fits perfectly into your pocket and your digital lifestyle. Featuring a 10.1 Megapixel sensor, 4x Lumix DC Vario zoom lens, along with advanced face detection technology, the DMC-FS42 offers the highest quality photos in an easy to carry package.
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Panasonic DMC-FS42 Overview

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 is a feature-rich, camera that's fun and easy to use. The compact camera body fits perfectly into your pocket and your digital lifestyle. Featuring a 10.1 Megapixel sensor, 4x Lumix DC Vario zoom lens, along with advanced face detection technology, the DMC-FS42 offers the highest quality photos in an easy to carry package.

Panasonic's Intelligent Exposure (iA) Mode simplifies taking photos. Face detection autofocus, AF tracking for moving subjects, scene mode selection, and Intelligent ISO control allows you to concentrate on the subject in front of you - letting the camera do the rest of the work. The DMC-FS42 lets you enjoy making great photographs without any complicated set-ups.

Venus Engine IV Performance
Using advanced multi-task image-processing, the Venus Engine IV offers industry-leading response times with as little as 0.006 seconds of shutter lag. Lighting fast processing, near-instant autofocus, and high ISO sensitivity make the Venus Engine IV the indispensible processing unit of the Lumix DMC-FS42.
Intelligent Auto Exposure (iA)
Taking great photos should be as simple as point-and-shoot. That's the philosophy behind the Panasonic's Intelligent Auto Exposure (iA). Combining face detection autofocus, AF tracking for moving subjects, image stabilization, scene mode selection, and auto ISO selection, the Lumix DMC-FS42 delivers consistently beautiful photographs.
50MB of Internal Memory
With 50MB of built-in memory, the FS25 has ample space for storing and sharing your favorite photos. Think of this space as your digital wallet. Carry holiday photos, vacation snaps, and other treasured memories without sacrificing space on your memory card.

Panasonic DMC-FS42 Specs

Camera Type
Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution
Effective: 12.35MP, Recorded: 10.1MP
Sensor
1/2.5" CCD
Bit Depth
Not Specified By Manufacturer
File Formats
Still Image: JPEG (DCF / Exif2.21)
Motion picture: QuickTime Motion JPEG
File Size
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Color Spaces
sRGB
Image Stabilization
No
Crop Factor
N/A
Optics
Lens
5.5-22mm f/2.8-5.9 (35mm film equivalent: 33-132mm)
Zoom
Optical: 4x, Digital: 4x
Lens Mount
N/A
Focus Type
Autofocus
Focus Range
Normal: 1.6' (50cm) - infinity
Macro: 1.97" (5cm) - infinity
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
N/A
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity
ISO 80-6400
Shutter Speeds
1/2000 - 60 sec.
Metering
Face, AF Tracking, Multi (11pt), 1pt
Exposure Modes
Auto, Program, Scene
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, White Set Selectable
(Selectable at Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self-Portrait, Sports, Baby, Pet, High Sensitivity, Hi-Speed Burst, Pinhole modes)
White Balance Adjustment (±10steps, except for auto set)
Mirror Lock-Up
N/A
Burst Capability
Full-Resolution Image, 2.3 frames/sec Max. 5 images-Standard, Max 3 images-Fine High-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6.0 frames/sec-Image approx. 10 frames/sec-Speed (recorded in 3M for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9) approx. 10 frames/sec-Speed (recorded in 3M for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9)
Self Timer
2 seconds or 10 seconds
Interval Recording
No
Remote Control
No
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes
Effective Flash Range
0.98 - 20.67' (0.3 - 6.3m) (Wide/ISO Auto)
1.65 - 9.84' (0.5 - 3.0m) (Tele/ISO Auto)
External Flash Connection
No
Dedicated Flash System
N/A
Max Sync Speed
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Memory
Built-in Memory
50MB of Internal Memory
Memory Card Type
SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus
Still Images per GB
JPEG: High Res:400
A/V Recording
Video Recording
Video with Audio
Video Resolution
VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30fps (Motion JPEG)
QVGA: 320 x 240 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
WVGA: 848 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
Video Clip Length
Up to 15 minutes
Audio Recording
Audio with Video Only
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type
None
Viewfinder Coverage
N/A
Display
2.5" LCD
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity
USB 2.0, A/V Out
System & Software Requirements
Windows XP, Vista
Mac OS X (10.2 or later)
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Weatherproofing
No
Durability
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Power
Battery Type
DMW-BCF10 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Power Adapter
DMW-AC5 AC Adapter Kit (optional)
Physical
Dimensions
3.84 x 2.18 x 0.88" (97.54 x 55.37 x 22.35mm)
Weight
4 oz (113.40g)

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