Panasonic Lumix DMC G1 Review – Digital Camera Review

June 11, 2009

Going beyond the conventional approach has always been the prime target of Panasonic. Take the example of Panasonic Lumix G1; a camera privileged to be the first one to possess an electronic view finder and an electronic inter changeable lens. In appearance, it is like a small version of an SLR, however it’s not! The typical camera look was opted for intentionally by the manufacturer, since the main market of this camera was originally Japan where people still want the conventional looking camera. The 5-mirror view finder has been replaced by the latest and highly technical view-only system offering high resolution that can be viewed on the large screen at the back of the camera with an aspect ratio of 3:2.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC G1 is the first Micro Four Third digital camera. Unlike other DSLRs, it is more user friendly, compact and simple in function. The quality and a fantastic adaptability make it better in terms of digital photography than other cameras available.

The usual technical aspects include a 12.1 mega pixel resolution, the option to shoot 3fps with 800X600 megapless pixel resolutions, 3.0 inch LCD screen and an electronic view finder with 60 fps of imaging with the view finder. The camera is also very tough since it has supersonic wave filter dust reduction that makes it usable in dusty climates. This gives you the freedom to take your camera everywhere; from deserts to forests, it is capable to bear the tough climates.

Now photography in the dark is made easier thanks to the built in flash and the image is supported by high ISO sensitivity ranging between 100-3200: The camera also features 23 point high speed contrast detection Auto Focus System that enables the camera to focus on people and keeps tack of fast moving objects.

This camera is no doubt one of the fastest performing devices with a power-on time of 1 second and shutter long time with full Auto Focus being 0.35-0.37 seconds. The unique lens provides a wide angle with a negligible 0.4% distortion and view finder with 98X73 mm accuracy.

Summarizing the whole deal, Panasonic G1 has a high quality imaging system with a flip and twist screen and conventional camera look; it looks like an amazing combination of something classic and chic. It supports secure digital memory card, SDHC and multi media cards. A lithium ion battery is available for the power supply. You can connect the camera to USB very easily and can share your happy memories with others.

The gadget is available in brilliant red, blue and black colors, so pick a colour that suits your personality the best! The Price range is between £450 – £550 which is not bad at all if you keep in view the unique and intelligent features that it incorporates. Some downsides are encountered in this deal like the accident prone jog dial, large size and disability to shoot videos but these are acceptable looking at the quality results that it has to offer.

All in all, you are suely going to love Panasonic Lumix DMC G1 camera for its versatility and amazing functions; may it be high speed, the ease of changing the lens or the ultra fine image quality, it’s simply perfect!