Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 (with 20mm lens, Black)
The best interchangeable-lens compact we've see thus far, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 delivers great photo quality and performance in an enthusiast-friendly shooting experience. Like competitors, however, the lack of an optical viewfinder limits its usability for photographing action.
Posts about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 (with 20mm lens, Black)
Panasonic Lumix GF1 gets serious alloy casing from INON
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Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: Excellent photo quality and performance for its class; comfortable, streamlined design; interchangeable lenses.
The Bad: EVF costs extra; can't use EVF and hot-shoe flash simultaneously.
The Bottom Line: The best interchangeable-lens compact we've see thus far, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 delivers great photo quality and performance in an enthusiast-friendly shooting experience. Like competitors, however, the lack of an optical viewfinder limits its usability for photographing action.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 600 reviews of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 82/100 and users 90/100. Comparing these reviews to 126138 other Digital SLR Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 82/100 = Very Good.
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dcresource.com
Review Summary: which has a compact, retro-styled body that is a lot closer to what many people expected in the first place. Unfortunately, that camera was plagued by slow autofocus, no built-in flash, and the lack of a viewfinder (with the exception of the one mated...
The Verdict: It's safe to say that you can't get a better endorsement than having a reviewer buying the camera they are writing about. The GF1 isn't my main digital SLR -- I have a D300s for my high ISO image quality, wide lens selection, and quick continuous...
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igyaan.in
Review Summary: Today we are really excited, as this is our first Micro Four Thirds review camera and i have been waiting for it for a long time. This was announced in India sometime back but no stock was available. We finally managed to get our hands on this device....
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futurelooks
Review Summary: To be honest, when Micro Four Thirds format was announced, I couldn't really see the point. Sure, the cameras were slightly smaller but not by much. If you ...
The Verdict: The GF1 uses SD card storage and you'll probably want to invest in a big one (or better yet, several medium sized cards) as full-sized JPEGs are roughly 5-6MB each and RAW files are in the 15MB range.
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photographybay.com
Review Summary: The Panasonic GF1 is a 12.1MP Micro Four Thirds camera that is more compact than other Panasonic Micro Four Thirds models, while retaining the same large sensor that rivals DSLR image quality. As you may be aware, Micro Four Thirds cameras like the GF1...
The Verdict: In short, I love the GF1. It is my current pick of the mirrorless camera genre. Sure, the GF1 is not going to replace anyone’s 5D Mark II or D700 anytime soon. For casual photos though, it’s tough to beat for image quality, functionality and...
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i4u.com
Review Summary: B&H Photo-Video offers the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GF1 12.1-Megapixel Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera together with the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 Aspherical Lens, model no. DMC-GF1C-K, for $649.99 with free shipping. (Amazon.com...
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brighthub.com
Review Summary: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 is part of a new breed of camera that combines small size, light weight and impressive versatility for photo enthusiasts. It combines the ease of use of a point-and-shoot camera with the versatility and quality of a dSLR....
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reviewboard.com
Review Summary: It may lack the retro slick design of its main competitor, the Olympus E-P1, but Panasonic gets it almost pitch perfect with the Lumix DMC-GF1, a jacket-pocket-size interchangeable-lens model with ...
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letsgodigital.org
Review Summary: Panasonic Lumix GF1 Sakura : Panasonic is pleased to announce a new special edition of the world-acclaimed Lumix DMC-GF1 - "Sakura" pink. This delicate color takes its inspiration from the beautiful petals of cherry blossom which sparkle during...
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dphoto.co.nz
Review Summary: Sean Aiken gets to grips with Panasonic's new Micro Four Thirds offering
The Verdict: That little niggle aside, the GF1 offers the most compelling argument yet for Micro Four Thirds. It also opens up numerous possibilities for future formats. Expect 2010 to reveal more cameras similar to the GF1 or larger sensor point and shoots –...
Price Range: $1223.09 - $1223.09
- Panasonic
- DMC-GF1C-K
General
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Product TypeDigital camera - Mirrorless system
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Enclosure ColorBlack
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Resolution12.1 megapixels
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Optical Sensor TypeLive MOS
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Total Pixels13,100,000 pixels
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Effective Sensor Resolution12,100,000 pixels
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Optical Sensor Size13.0 x 17.3mm
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Field of View Crop Factor1.5
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Sensor Dust ReductionYes
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Sensor FeaturesSupersonic Wave Filter (SWF)
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Digital Zoom4 x
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Image StabilizerOptical (MEGA O.I.S.)
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Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
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Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty23
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Digital Video FormatQuickTime, AVCHD Lite
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Image Recording FormatJPEG, RAW, RAW + JPEG
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AV InterfacesHDMI, Composite video/audio
Exposure & White Balance
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Light SensitivityISO 3200, ISO 1600, ISO 800, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO auto
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Exposure MeteringMulti-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
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Exposure Metering Zones144
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Exposure ModesProgram, Bulb, Automatic, Shutter-priority, Manual, Aperture-priority
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Shooting ProgramsCandle, Beach, Sports mode, Sunset, Night portrait, Sand & snow, Party/indoor, Self-portrait, baby2, High sensitivity, baby1, Soft skin, Starry sky, Aerial photo, Fireworks, Food, Scenery, Hi-speed burst, Pet, Portrait mode
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White BalanceAutomatic, Presets, Custom
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White Balance PresetsDaylight, 2500K - 10000K (100K steps), Shade, Cloudy, Flash, Halogen
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Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
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Min Shutter Speed60 sec
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Exposure Compensation±3 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
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White Balance BracketingYes
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X-sync Speed1/160 sec
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Exposure RangeEV 0-18 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
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TypeLens - 20 mm - F/1.7 Micro Four Thirds
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Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera40 mm
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Focus AdjustmentAutomatic
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Min Focus Range7.9 in
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Max View Angle57 degrees
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Lens Construction5 groups / 7 elements
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Filter Size46 mm
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Lens System MountingMicro Four Thirds
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FeaturesAspherical lens
Camera Flash
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Camera FlashPop-up flash
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Guide Number (m / ISO 100)6
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Flash ModesRear curtain sync, Fill-in mode, Slow synchro, Auto mode, Flash OFF mode, Red-eye reduction
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FeaturesFlash +/- compensation, AF illuminator
Additional Features
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Continuous Shooting Speed2 frames per second, 3 frames per second
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Self Timer Delay2 sec, 10 sec
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Flash TerminalHot shoe
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Additional FeaturesDigital image rotation, Audio recording, Brightness control, Resizing an image, Cropping an image, Saturation control, Date/time stamp, 720p HD movie recording, AF lock, Full-time Live View, DPOF support, RGB primary color filter, Built-in speaker, AE lock, Face Detection AF/AE, Histogram display, Automatic display brightness adjustment, Intelligent Scene Selector, PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility
Display
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Type3 in LCD display
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Display FeaturesBuilt-in
Microphone
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Microphone Operation ModeMono
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Microphone FeaturesWind noise reduction, Sensitivity control
Connections
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Connector Type1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x HDMI output, 1 x Remote control
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Memory Card SlotSD card
System Requirements for PC Connection
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Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
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Microsoft CertificationsCompatible with Windows 7
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Included AccessoriesUSB cable, Power adapter with battery charger, Lens cap, Shoulder strap, Body cap, Audio / video cable
Software
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SoftwarePanasonic PHOTOfunSTUDIO 4.0 HD Edition, Drivers & Utilities, SILKYPIX Developer Studio
Battery
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Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1250 mAh ( Included )
Memory / Storage
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Supported Memory CardsSDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card
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Image StorageJPEG 4000 x 3000, JPEG 4000 x 2672, JPEG 4000 x 2248, JPEG 3264 x 2176, JPEG 2816 x 1584, JPEG 2560 x 1712, JPEG 2048 x 1536, JPEG 1920 x 1080, JPEG 2048 x 1360, JPEG 2992 x 2992, JPEG 2112 x 2112, JPEG 1504 x 1504
Dimensions & Weight
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Width4.7 in
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Depth1.4 in
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Height2.8 in
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Weight10.1 oz
Environmental Parameters
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Min Operating Temperature32 °F
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Max Operating Temperature104 °F
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