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Panasonic DMC-G10 Interchangeable Lens System Digital Camera

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Panasonic DMC-G10 Interchangeable Lens System Digital Camera
Key Features
  • Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
  • 12.1 Megapixel, Live CMOS Sensor
  • Double Live View
  • Wide Viewing Angle 3.0" LCD Display
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 Interchangeable Lens System Digital Camera with a Micro Four Thirds Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 lens makes taking photos fun and simple. The lens incorporates Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) to suppress the blur caused by a shaky hand and make it easier to shoot clear photographs even in low-light situations.

The G10 features full-time Live View which works with both the LCD and the Live View Finder. This means that you see before you shoot how adjusting the exposure compensation, white balance, aperture and even the shutter speed will affect the image.

When you activate the iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, the G10 automatically selects one of six other modes to optimize exposure and focus for the particular subject you are shooting. For example if you are shooting a sporting event or your fast-moving toddler, iA will engage AF Tracking which tracks your subject and locks the focus until the shutter release is pressed.

If you are taking photos of your friends, you can engage the Face Recognition mode in which the G10 will recognize up to 3 faces and optimize focus and exposure. This mode goes one step further and allows you to register subjects in the camera with full-face portraits so when you compose your photo the names of the registered people show up under their faces on the LDC.

The G10 allows you to enjoy HD movie recording in Motion JPEG at 1280 x 720p at 30 fps, and with ISO sensitivity up to 6400 you can capture clear images in low light conditions.

The Lumix G10 has appeal to advanced photographers as well as novices who want the advanced technology interchangeable lenses and user-friendy features without the complexity of a Digital SLR camera.

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Panasonic DMC-G10 Overview

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 Interchangeable Lens System Digital Camera with a Micro Four Thirds Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 lens makes taking photos fun and simple. The lens incorporates Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) to suppress the blur caused by a shaky hand and make it easier to shoot clear photographs even in low-light situations.

The G10 features full-time Live View which works with both the LCD and the Live View Finder. This means that you see before you shoot how adjusting the exposure compensation, white balance, aperture and even the shutter speed will affect the image.

When you activate the iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, the G10 automatically selects one of six other modes to optimize exposure and focus for the particular subject you are shooting. For example if you are shooting a sporting event or your fast-moving toddler, iA will engage AF Tracking which tracks your subject and locks the focus until the shutter release is pressed.

If you are taking photos of your friends, you can engage the Face Recognition mode in which the G10 will recognize up to 3 faces and optimize focus and exposure. This mode goes one step further and allows you to register subjects in the camera with full-face portraits so when you compose your photo the names of the registered people show up under their faces on the LDC.

The G10 allows you to enjoy HD movie recording in Motion JPEG at 1280 x 720p at 30 fps, and with ISO sensitivity up to 6400 you can capture clear images in low light conditions.

The Lumix G10 has appeal to advanced photographers as well as novices who want the advanced technology interchangeable lenses and user-friendy features without the complexity of a Digital SLR camera.

Double Live View
Full-time Live View works with both the LCD and the Live View Finder. This means that no matter which way you shoot, you see before you capture the image, how adjusting the exposure compensation, white balance, aperture and even the shutter speed will affect the image.
Photos and HD Movies
The G10's 4/3-type 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor offers the superior image quality of a CCD sensor, and the lower power consumption of a CMOS sensor. This sensor is also advantageous for photo and movie recording with its high S/N, thanks to an advanced circuit structure that is unaffected by the noise generated in each of the circuits. It results in clear images even when taken at high ISO sensitivity.
Capture Shots with iA Button
With the G10 you're always ready for those sudden, spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities. Just press the dedicated iA button and aim the camera at your subject. The G10 automatically determines the most suitable Scene mode and helps correct blurring, focus, and brightness problems to capture great photos.
Face Recognition
This function recognizes the faces of up to three people that have been registered in the camera, and displays the names on the LCD. The G10 then optimizes the focus and brightness of the recognized faces and captures them clearly and beautifully.
Note:
Turn the Face Recognition item on and register subjects with a full-face portrait on the shooting menu in advance.
AF Tracking
Once you focus on your subject, AF Tracking automatically and continuously tracks it and keeps it in focus, even if it moves, until you press the shutter release. This feature is ideal for shooting sports or fast-moving children.
Intelligent Exposure
In the Intelligent Exposure mode the camera can correct the brightness in parts of the image that are too dark due to insufficient lighting, backlighting or use of the flash.
Intelligent Scene Selector
The Intelligent Scene Selector function automatically selects the most suitable Scene mode for the shooting situation you are in. These scene modes include: Portrait, Night Portrait, Scenery, Night Scenery, Close-up or Sunset.
Face Detection AF/AE
The Face Detection AF/AE function determines if there are any faces in the image and adjusts the focus and exposure to capture them correctly.
Intelligent ISO Control
If the subject moves as you shoot, the Intelligent ISO control automatically adjusts the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to help prevent subject blur.
My Color Mode
While taking photos the My Color mode makes it easy to capture creative images. Just aim the camera and select any of seven preset effects, including Silhouette, Expressive, Pure and others, while checking the image in Live View. The Custom setting lets you adjust the color, brightness and saturation to your liking, to further expand your creative palette.
Advanced Technology
The G10's Venus Engine HD II incorporates two CPUs. This not only boosts image processing speed, it also helps achieve an exceptional noise-reduction performance. The Venus Engine HD II features a new circuit that makes Intelligent Resolution Technology possible. In iA mode, the G10 automatically identifies parts with outlines, detailed texture areas and soft gradation areas, and optimizes the edge emphasis on the outlines and detailed texture areas while using the Venus Engine HD II noise reduction process to make the soft gradation areas smoother. You can capture stunning images with details you've never seen before in both photo and movie recording.
Dust Reduction System
If dust or other foreign matter gets inside the camera when you're changing lenses, it could cling to the image sensor and show up as a spot in photos. The G10 helps eliminate this possibility by placing a Supersonic Wave Filter in front of the Live MOS sensor. Vibrating around 50,000 times per second, the filter repels dust and other particles. This keeps the image sensor clean at all times and eliminates the need for cumbersome maintenance procedures.
Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5 Asph./Mega O.I.S
The new Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5 Asph./Mega O.I.S lens incorporates Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), using gyro sensors built into the lens, to suppress the blur caused by a shaky hand and making it easy to shoot clear photographs even in low-lit situations. Adopting an inner-focus system driven by a stepping motor, the superior optical design realizes outstanding smoothness to support the high-speed AF (Auto Focus) system of Lumix G cameras.

Panasonic DMC-G10Specs

Camera Type
Digital Interchangeable Lens Camera
Imaging
Effective Pixels
12.1 MP
Sensor
  • Type: Live MOS Sensor
  • Total pixels: 13.1 MP
  • Color filter: primary color filter
  • Size: 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio)
Aspect Ratios
4:3
3:2
16:9
1:1
Bit Depth
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Color Spaces
sRGB
Adobe RGB
File Formats
RAW
RAW + JPEG standard
RAW + JPEG fine
JPEG (EXIF 2.2) - standard
JPEG (EXIF 2.2) - fine
Motion image: QuickTime Motion JPEG
File Size
4000 x 3000 (4:3)
2816 x 2112 (4:3)
2048 x 1536 (4:3)
4000 x 2672 (3:2)
2816 x 1880 (3:2)
2048 x 1360 (3:2)
4000 x 2248 (16:9)
2816 x 1584 (16:9)
1920 x 1080 (16:9)
2992 x 2992 (1:1)
2112 x 2112 (1:1)
1504 x 1504 (1:1)
Color Modes
Portrait:
  • Normal
  • Soft Skin
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Creative
Scenery:
  • Normal
  • Nature
  • Architecture
  • Creative
Sports:
  • Normal
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Creative
Close-Up:
  • Flower
  • Food
  • Objects
  • Creative
Night Portrait:
  • Night Portrait
  • Night Scenery
  • Illuminations
  • Creative
SCN:
  • Sunset
  • Party
  • Baby 1
  • Baby 2
  • Pet
  • Peripheral Defocus
Film Modes
 Color:
  • Standard
  • Dynamic
  • Nature
  • Smooth
  • Nostalgic
  • Vibrant
Black and White:
  • Standard
  • Dynamic
  • Smooth
Others:
  • My Film 1
  • My Film 2
  • Multi Film
Playback
Features:
  • Normal playback 30-thumbnail display
  • 12-thumbnail display
  • Calendar display
  • Zoomed playback (16x max.)
  • Slide show
Playback Mode:
  • Normal picture
  • Motion
  • Picture
  • Category
  • Favorite
  • Face recognition
  • Edit
Lens
Lens
Lumix G Vario 14-42mm (28-84mm in 35mm equivalent) f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Mega O.I.S
Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Four Thirds mount lenses via adapter (DMW-MA1PP)
Aperture
f/3.5-5.6
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
O.I.S (Optical Image Stabilizer)
Minimum Focus Distance
Approx. 12" (30cm)
Filter Size
52mm
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity
Auto
100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
Intelligent ISO
Shutter Speeds
1/4000 ~ 60
Bulb (up to approx. 4 min)
Shutter Type
Focal-plane shutter
Metering
  • 144-zone multi-pattern sensing system
  • Auto bracketing (AE): 3, 5, 7 frames in 1/3 or 2/3 EV Step, ±2EV
  • Metering range: EV 0-18 (f/2.0 lens, ISO 100)
Exposure Modes
Program AE
Aperture Priority AE
Shutter Priority AE
Manual
White Balance
  • Auto
  • Daylight
  • Cloudy
  • Shade
  • Halogen
  • Flash
  • White Set 1
  • White Set 2
  • Color temperature setting
  • White Balance adjustment:
  • Blue bias
  • Amber bias
  • Magenta bias
  • Green bias
  • Bracketing:
  • 3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis
Mirror Lock-Up
N/A
Burst Capability
Burst Speed:
  • Continuous H: 3.2 frames/sec
  • Continuous M: 2.6 frames/sec (with Live View)
  • Continuous L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Number of Recordable Images:
  • 7 images (when there are RAW files with the particular speed)
  • Unlimited consecutive shooting (when there are no RAW files) (depending on memory card size, battery power, picture size, and compression)
Self Timer
2 sec
10 sec
10 sec/3 images
Date/Time Day
Yes
Remote Control
Remote control with bulb function by DMW-RSL1 (optional)
Flash
Built-in Flash
  • Type: TTL built-in pop-up flash
  • GN11 equivalent (ISO 100-m)
Flash Modes:
  • Auto
  • Auto/Red-eye reduction
  • Forced on
  • Forced on/Red-eye reduction
  • Slow sync
  • Slow sync/Red-eye reduction
  • Forced off
  • Synchronization speed: <1/160 second
    Flash Exposure Compensation
    1/3EV Step ±2EV
    Hot Shoe
    TTL Auto with FL220, FL360, FL500 flash units(optional)
    Memory
    Memory Card Type
    SD
    SDHC
    SDXC
    A/V Recording
    Video Recording
    4:2 Aspect Ratio:
    • VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
    • QVGA: 320 x 240 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
        16:9 aspect ratio:
        • WVGA: 848 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
        • HD movie: 1280 x 720 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
    Aspect Ratio
    4:3
    3:2
    16:9
    1:1
    Audio Recording
    Output: Monaural type, NTSC
    Remote/External microphone input ø2.5mm
    Remote control only
    Viewfinder/Display
    Viewfinder
    • Live View Finder (LVF) (202,000 dots equivalent)
    • Magnification: approx. 1.04x, 0.52x (35mm camera equivalent) with 50mm lens at infinity
    • Field of view: approx. 100%
    • Eye point: approx. 17.5mm
    • Diopter adjustment: -4.0 ~ +4.0
    • Auto eye sensor: No
    • DOF preview: Yes
    • Orientation sensor: Yes
    LCD Monitor
    • Type: Low temperature Polycrystalline TFT LCD
    • Monitor size: 3.0" (7.6cm), 3:2 aspect
    • Wide viewing angle
    • Pixels: 460K dots
    • Field of view: approx.100%
    • Monitor Adjustment: Brightness (7 levels), Color (7 levels)
    • Modes: Off, Auto Power LCD, Power LCD
    Multi-Channel Playback
    • Digital Zoom: 2x, 4x
    • Extra optical zoom: max. 2x (not effective with L size recording. Magnification ratio depends on the recording pixels and aspect ratio.)
    • Motion image: 3.1x (HD/WVGA), 4.2x (VGA/QVGA)
    • Guide lines (3 patterns)
    • Real-time histogram
    Connectivity/System Requirements
    Connectivity
    USB 2.0
    mini HDMI Type C
    Direct Print Capable
    PictBridge compatible (print size, layout, date setting is selectable)
    DPOF compliant
    Software
    PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 Edition
    SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE
    QuickTime
    USB Driver
    Environmental
    Operating Temperature
    32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
    Operating Humidity
    10 - 80% RH
    Weatherproofing
    None
    Durability
    Not Specified by Manufacturer
    Power
    Battery Type
    DMW-BLB13 ID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1250mAh) (included)
    Battery Life
    CIPA standard:
    Approx. 380 images (LCD), approx. 410 images (LVF) with included lens
    Power Adapter
    Battery Charger/AC Adapter:
    Input: 110-240VAC, DC cable is required
    Physical
    Dimensions (WxHxD)
    4.88 x 3.29 x 2.91" (124 x 83.6 x 74mm) excluding protrusions
    Weight
    Approx. 19.68 oz (558 g) with SD card, battery, 14-42mm lens
    Approx. 11.85 oz (336 g) (body only)

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