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Panasonic LX5

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Brand Panasonic 2010
Model DMC-LX5
Released Year 2010
Type DSLR Cameras
Series Lumix
Color Black
Optical Zoom 3.8x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Panasonic Lumix LX5 is a compact digital camera equipped with a 10.1-megapixel CCD sensor. It features a Leica DC Vario-Summicron 24-60mm f/2.0-3.3 lens which offers a bright aperture for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects. This camera supports full manual mode controls, including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings, catering to advanced users. It has a 3-inch LCD screen for clear image preview and live view framing. The LX5 incorporates HD video recording at 720p resolution, providing good quality video capture. The camera operates on a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and has built-in image stabilization technology to reduce blur from camera shake.

Specifications

MPN DMC-LX5K
UPC 0885170016194
Model DMC-LX5
Digital Zoom 4x
Battery Type Lithium-Ion
Color Black
Connectivity USB
Features Auto Focus, Self Timer, Auto White Balance, Exposure Compensation
Series Panasonic LUMIX
Optical Zoom 3.8x
Depth 1in
Width 4.32in
Item Weight 8.22 Oz.
Height 2.58in
Screen Details LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-3"-Color
Exposure Compensation ±3 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Light Sensitivity Iso 6400, Iso 800, Iso Auto, Iso 400, Iso 1600, Iso 200, Iso 100, Iso 80, Iso Auto (1600-12800), Iso 3200, Iso 12800
Sensor Type CCD
Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 Sec
Shooting Modes Frame Movie Mode
Max Video Resolution 1280x720
Macro Focus Range 1cm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 24-90mm
Face Detection Yes
Camera Flash Features Af Illuminator, Fill-In Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Auto Flash
White Balance Auto, Colour Temperature Adjust, Halogen (Preset), Flash (Preset), Cloudy (Preset), Shade (Preset), Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
Focus Adjustment Autofocus & Manual Focus, Manual, Automatic
Battery Form Factor Manufacturer Specific
Expansion Slot 1X SD Memory Card
Sensor Size 1/1.63in
Display Size 3in
Still Image Format Exif 2.3, Dpof, Raw Image, Dcf, Raw + JPEG, Raw, JPEG
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Integrated Memory Size 40MB
Display Rotation Built-In
Digital Video Format Quicktime, AVCHD Lite, Mjpeg, Motion JPEG
Screen Size 3.0"in
Light Sensitivity Max 12800
Max Operating Temperature 40°C
Type Point & Shoot
Maximum Resolution 10.1MP
Min Shutter Speed 60 Sec
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 10.1MP
Exposure Metering Multi-Segment, Spot, Center-Weighted
Additional Features Self Timer, Auto White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Autofocus
Flash Type Pop-Up Flash
Min Operating Temperature 0°C
Effective Flash Range 0.3m-7.2m
Exterior Color Black
Microphone Type Microphone-Built-In-Electret Condenser-Mono
Connector Types 1X Hdmi Output, 1X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1X USB
Shooting Programs Hi-Speed Burst, Portrait Mode, Scenery, Snow, Flash-Burst, Sunset, Starry Sky, Beach, Candle, Baby2, Baby1, Self-Portrait, Sports Mode, Party/Indoor, Night Portrait, Soft Skin, Aerial Photo, Night Scene, Fireworks, Pet, Food, Panorama Assist, High Sensitivity
Flash Modes Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Off Mode, Auto Mode, Rear Curtain Sync
Camera Type Point & Shoot
Auto Focus Type TTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder Type Without Viewfinder
Supported Flash Memory SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, SDHC Card, Built-In, SD Card, SDXC Card
Continuous Shooting Speed 10fps

Key Advantages

The LX5 benefits from a bright Leica lens, enhancing image quality and low-light performance. Its compact size makes it portable without sacrificing advanced manual control features. The camera's build quality is robust and ergonomic for comfortable handling. It offers versatile shooting modes including RAW format for professional-grade post-processing. The image stabilization effectively minimizes motion blur in low-light conditions. Additionally, HD video recording capability adds multimedia versatility to this device.

Limitations

Despite its strengths, the LX5 uses a CCD sensor which may have slower performance compared to newer CMOS sensors. The zoom range is relatively limited at 24-60mm equivalent. Battery life is moderate and may require carrying spares for extended use. The screen resolution is lower compared to modern cameras, impacting detail clarity in live view. It does not feature Wi-Fi or modern connectivity options. Low-light ISO performance is adequate but could be noisy at higher sensitivities.

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