The LUMIX GX1, like all the models in Panasonic’s LUMIX G Series of CSC, adopts Contrast AF for its focus system, so focusing is controlled by the image sensor. When compared with the Phase difference system AF, Contrast AF achieves higher accuracy especially when shooting with a bright lens with small F value. For instance, the accuracy of Contrast AF is approximately 90% while Phase difference AF is approximately 60% at F1.4. Additionally, with the precise Contrast AF system, the LUMIX GX1 achieves high resolution through an optimal balance of resolution and noise reduction, thus producing lifelike image rendering and highly precise Auto Exposure and white balance. To further advance the Contrast AF, the LUMIX GX1　incorporates full-area focusing, making it possible to set focus on any point in the field of view. With the LUMIX GX1’s 3.0-inch touch LCD screen, frame composition is intuitive and easy.

The LUMIX GX1 features an ultra high-speed Light Speed AF*, which means it can Auto Focus in approximately 0.09 second. This is achieved by reducing the detection time for focusing by the synchronizing the lens and sensor at 120 fps. Plus, the newly-added focus mode AFF (AF Flexible) locks on the focus when the shutter button is half-pressed, however, if the subject moves, the focusing is reset to get the best results. Combined with the Touch AF control, setting and focusing on the subject is incredibly easy and quick.

The touch-control system of the LUMIX GX1 lets users set the focus on the subject by simply touching it on the large, 460,000-dot wide-viewing angle LCD. Users can even release the shutter by touching the screen. Once locked on the subject with a touch, the LUMIX GX1 tracks the subject, even when it moves, using the AF tracking function. With a touch on the screen, users can select the part and the size of the AF area, choosing from 1-area AF, Multi-area AF with 23 AF areas and Pinpoint AF, which allows extremely precise focus setting.

Despite its compact size, the LUMIX GX1 is extremely intuitive to operate, with an optimized layout of control buttons, a mode dial and dedicated function buttons. Users can customize the two external buttons and two menus tabs to settings they most frequently use so they are easily accessible. In addition, a total of four custom setting patterns can be stored to the camera’s model dial – one on ‘C1’ and three on ‘C2.’ Furthermore, the LUMIX GX1 was designed to enhance its ergonomics, with a grip that fits naturally and comfortably in the hand, despite its flat profile and compact design. Plus, the LUMIX GX1 has a more tactile texture and the mode dial is easy to turn and features print that is easy to read and won’t easily wear.

The LUMIX GX1 can record 1920 x 1080 at 60i, with sensor output of 30p, full-High Definition videos in the AVCHD format which excels in both compression efficiency and compatibility with AV equipment for playback. In addition to the practical full-time AF, the Touch AF in video recording also lets users enjoy professional-like rack focusing. Just by pointing at the subject, the focus is shifted so it stands out. With a dedicated video record button on the top, users can instantly start recording videos while shooting photos without any having to make any extra setting adjustments. Along with the full-HD video capabilities, the LUMIX GX1 also features high-quality sound, recorded with Dolby? Digital Stereo Creator. Videos can also be recorded in MP4 format for playback on a PC or other portable electronic devices without having to convert the files.

Additional Features

A new Level Gauge, which lets the camera detect the horizontal/vertical angle of view with its internal level working with the sensor. In addition, photos shot in portrait aspect will be automatically displayed vertically, regardless of which lens is used.
One Push AE adjusts exposure with a single press of the “Fn” (Function) button when it is over/under exposed, which is especially useful when shooting outdoors with open aperture or indoors with fast shutter speed.　
Dust Reduction System helps to eliminate dust or foreign matter getting inside the LUMIX GX1 when lenses are being changed. By placing a supersonic wave filter in front of the Live MOS sensor that vibrates vertically around 50,000 times per second, the filter repels dust and other particles effectively.
Zoom operation can be controlled with touch control when either of Panasonic’s new LUMIX X Power Zoom lenses are attached. And the zoom speed can also be adjusted in two steps for more precise control.
Popular iA and iA Plus modes for beginners looking for automatic shooting in both still and video modes.
Increased energy consumption and an approximately 11%** longer battery life when compared to the LUMIX DMC-G3, which also uses the same battery pack DMW-BLD10.

The LUMIX G Series is a robust system of bodies and lenses, featuring a total of 14 Micro Four Thirds lenses including the new power zoom X lens – standard zoom lens, telephoto zoom lens, single focal length lens, wide-angle lens, fish-eye lens, macro lens, and even a 3D lens – to fit a variety of shooting scenarios and occasions.

The Micro Four Thirds System products are joining today’s Four Thirds System products to provide customers with even higher levels of performance in a digital interchangeable lens camera. In addition to LUMIX G lenses, the LUMIX DMC-GX1 can use any interchangeable lens that complies with the Four Thirds System standard via an optional mount adapter for the unlimited number of lens properties. The LUMIX GX1 system camera offers a wide variety of options to choose from to match every shooting situation and shooting style, including: external flashes, PL filters, ND filters, MC protectors, remote shutter, zoom level, battery packs, AC adaptor, DC coupler, straps, cases, bags and more. Plus, with the LUMIX GX1’s hot shoe on the top, users can attach the optional tilt-shift Live View Finder (DMW-LVF2), with approximately 1.4x and 1,440,000-dot equivalent, 100% field of view.

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In addition, Ricoh has further developed features designed to enhance the photographic experience, including a “night landscape multi-shot mode” that combines four exposures into a single photograph for reduced image noise, and a “creative shooting mode” that brings out the artist in everyone with soft focus, cross process, and toy camera effects. With portability enhanced by a newly-designed body featuring molded curves that make it easier to slip the camera into your pocket, the CX4 compact digital camera represents another advance in Ricoh’s philosophy of designing “A tool you will want to use every day.”

Ricoh CX4 Highlights

High sensitivity, low noise photography using improved blur reduction and high-performance noise-reduction

* The CX4 offers completely reworked image-sensor-shift image stabilization, which reduces blur caused by camera movement–a phenomenon that is particularly likely to occur in close ups, at high zoom ratios, and in other similar situations. The effect is equivalent to increasing shutter speed by an average of about 3.7 stops.
* The camera’s noise reduction algorithm processes the image signal as it is output from the CMOS sensor, reducing noise without affecting resolution, tone, or color. Setting noise reduction to “MAX” enables variance-estimation noise reduction that analyzes the distribution of noise in the data captured by the image sensor and optimizes processing for individual areas of the image.
* Back-illuminated, 10-megapixel CMOS image sensor offers improved low-light performance.

Portable, easy-to-use design featuring 10.7x optical zoom (28-300 mm)

* Ricoh’s unique retracting lens system allows a wide-angle, high-power (10.7x) zoom lens to be incorporated into a compact camera body only 29.4 mm thick.
* With picture angles that range from 28 mm (wide angle) to 300 mm (telephoto), this high-power zoom lens is adapted to almost any situation. Choose wide angles for landscapes or cramped interiors that limit the distance between camera and subject, or zoom in for compelling telephoto shots.

Autofocus system automatically tracks the subject (subject-tracking AF)

* Subject-tracking AF automatically tracks the subject selected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, ensuring that photographs are in focus and correctly exposed whenever you choose to release the shutter. This feature is ideal for shots of active children and pets, as well as for photographs of flowers and other subjects that demand careful composition.

“Creative shooting mode” offers a choice of six artistic effects

* Choose “soft focus mode” for an effect similar to that produced by soft-focus lenses. The strength of the effect can be selected from “weak” and “strong.”
* Select “cross-process mode” for colors that differ markedly from those in normal photographs. Choose a color scheme from “basic,” “magenta,” and “yellow.”
* “Toy camera mode” replicates the sharp contrast and saturated colours associated with toy cameras, together with their characteristic distortion and vignetting.
* The CX4 also offers the “dynamic range double shot,” “miniaturize,” and “high-contrast B&W” modes made popular by the CX3.

High-quality results over a wide tone range

* An output pixel interpolation algorithm with dedicated Smooth Imaging Engine IV logic circuits reduces loss of detail in highlights to faithfully recreate beautiful high-contrast scenes exactly as they appear to the naked eye.
* Multi-pattern auto white balance produces colors close to those seen by the human eye in portraits shot in a mixture of sunlight and shade or with both the flash and natural light. High-contrast scenes like these often prove challenging for other, less advanced white-balance algorithms.

11 scene modes that make it easy to adjust settings to suit your subject

* The CX4 features a new “night landscape multi-shot” mode that creates clear, beautiful photos of night scenes by automatically and precisely combining a series of exposures shot at high sensitivities to reduce the blur and noise normally associated with pictures taken under low light, allowing photographers to taste the joys of hand-held, tripod-free night photography.
* The eleven scene modes that were so well-received by users of the CX3–including “pets mode” for portraits of your favorite pet cat–are also included in the CX4.

920,000-dot, 3.0-inch high-definition VGA monitor

* The large, high-resolution LCD monitor boasts high contrast and a wide viewing angle. A fluorine coating keeps the monitor free of stains, while a hard coating and anti-reflection coating prevent scratches and ensure that the display in the monitor is clearly visible even outdoors in bright sunlight.
* Wide-gamut color reproduction (100% of sRGB) ensures that colors are displayed vividly and with high fidelity.

Many other features that reflect Ricoh’s design philosophy: “A tool you will want to use every day”

* The CX4 offers high burst rates of about 5 frames per second (fps) during continuous shooting.
* Macro mode can be used to take photos at distances as close as 1 cm when the camera is zoomed out to a focal length equivalent to 31 mm in 35 mm format, or at distances as close as 28 cm when the camera is zoomed all the way in.
* “Scene auto mode” offers the ultimate in “point-and-shoot” photography: just point the CX4 at your subject and let the camera optimize settings for best results.
* The camera can record HD movies with a frame size of 1,280 x 720 pixels.

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Breakfast at the diner with friends. A night out with the gang. Whatever the moment brings, sharing crisp, sharp pictures is simple with the Kodak EasyShare M590 Digital Camera. The world’s thinnest 5X optical zoom digital1 camera boasts a fashionable and modern design that will attract attention from the moment you pull it out of your bag. And Kodak’s Share Button keeps you connected to family and friends long after the flash goes off. Tag pictures directly from your camera for e-mailing or uploading to Kodak Gallery, YouTube, Facebook, FLICKR, and ORKUT sites. The real Kodak moment happens when you share.

One-button upload—turn moments into memories
With the Share button and Kodak’s Share button app, sharing your pictures is amazingly simple.

* Snap your picture
* Press the Share button and tag it to Kodak Gallery, YouTube, Facebook, ORKUT, and FLICKR sites, plus e-mail too
* Connect your camera to your computer, and with Kodak’s Share button app, your pictures are automatically uploaded
* Your pictures and videos are automatically transferred to your computer

Capture stunning pictures in fast action and from far away
Strength and beauty

* The world’s thinnest 5X optical zoom digital camera2 is so stylish, you’ll want to bring it wherever you go
* Its 5X optical zoom lens is tucked into a distinctive, compact design

Image stabilization

* Reduce blur caused by subject movement or fast-action situations
* The camera automatically minimizes the effects of camera shake to deliver clearer, sharper pictures

Amazing quality prints with 14 megapixels

* 14 MP means you can make stunning prints up to 30 x 40 in.
* More megapixels means you can crop and enlarge and still have great picture quality
* However you choose to print—at home, at retail, or online—trust Kodak for picture quality that’s truly exceptional and for memories that will last

2.7 in. bright LCD

* Relive moments and view pictures with brilliance and clarity
* Brighter, more vibrant details thanks to Kodak Color Science

Kodak’s Smart Capture feature
Choose the camera that does the thinking for you. Kodak’s innovative Smart Capture feature automatically identifies the scene and adjusts camera settings for a great picture in just about any environment.

* Intelligent scene detection—analyzes the scene to give you better pictures under various conditions
* Intelligent capture control—automatically sets camera settings for clear, sharp pictures even in low light and challenging situations
* Intelligent image processing—reduces noise and clears up dark shadows for vibrant, crisp details and true-to-life colors

Kodak’s Face Recognition feature

* Find, organize, and share your pictures easily
* Camera automatically recognizes up to 20 pre-tagged faces so you can easily locate and share them later
* Recognizes up to five faces in a single image
* Name tags carry over to your favorite photo management software for easy searching

Your personality. Your style.
With so many colors to choose from, you’re sure to find one that expresses who you are.

* More than a camera—it’s an attention-grabbing accessory
* Trendy, stylish, compact design

Don’t miss a shot with Li-Ion rechargeable batteries

* Get the security of in-camera charging and the power of the included Kodak Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery
* Smaller, lighter battery with higher voltage and energy capacity

True HD quality: Capture stunning pictures and video in brilliant detail

* Take stunning HD pictures in 16:9 format
* View your pictures in high definition on an HDTV or other HD devices3
* Capture HD-quality video with sound and on-camera editing
* Print multiple frames on a 4 × 6 in. print—9-up
* Save single frames and e-mail family and friends

Taking great pictures is just the beginning
Great technologies let you start shooting right away. And with on-camera features, taking the picture is just the beginning.

Face detection
Catch those gorgeous smiles—face detection locates faces and automatically adjusts camera settings for great shots of friends and family.

Shoot video with ease

* Record continuous HD video (1280 × 720) at 30 fps and VGA video (640 × 480) at 30 fps
* Enjoy video print options including 9-up prints, plus view and share single frames

Scene modes and on-camera picture enhancing features

* Get the right shot—manually select from the multiple scene and color modes
* Create your perfect shot with cropping, auto picture rotation, and undo-delete
* Panorama stitch mode combines up to three shots into one large picture

Multimedia slideshow

* Turn your pictures into a creative multimedia slideshow right on your camera
* Set the mood when you choose from pre-loaded sound these and creative transitions

High ISO
Capture the details in low-light conditions and fast-action situations with high ISO (up to 6400)4

Internal memory plus

* Don’t miss a shot if your memory card becomes full—switch to in-camera memory quickly, thanks to the internal memory plus feature
* MICROSD/SDHC card compatibility and 64 MB internal memory5 lets you start shooting right out of the box

Kodak EasyShare Software
The complete solution for transferring, online sharing, e-mailing, organizing, editing, and creative printing of your pictures.

* Organize your pictures with your own tags, star ratings, and date and time stamps, then use the search feature to quickly find any picture in your collection
* Edit your pictures with ease—select from a variety of simple tools that reduce red-eye, improve lighting, remove wrinkles and blemishes, and add text
* Create photo projects online or at home—choose from hundreds of templates and designs to create album pages, cards, invitations, and much more
* Manually upload to Kodak Gallery, YouTube, Facebook, FLICKR, and ORKUT sites, plus e-mail too

Technical Details

* Shoot 720p HD video with stereo sound while using the optical zoom
* High-powered 12x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
* Scene modes like Miniature Effect for Movie and Fisheye Effect; Advanced Smart AUTO
* DIGIC 4 Image Processor, with 12.1 megapixels; 3.0-inch wide LCD
* Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

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Canon PowerShot SX130IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3.0-Inch LCD

You’ll have easy, intuitive access to features that put your photography on the cutting edge, like Super Slow Motion Movie and High-Speed Burst. While this fresh, modern take on a style icon will certainly get your PowerShot SD4500 IS Digital ELPH camera noticed, you’ll find just as much to notice in its ramped up power and performance.

Technical Details

* 10x optical zoom in a slim body
* 10.0-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor combined with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor create Canon’s HS System
* Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 24 fps) video mode; HDMI output
* Advanced Smart AUTO identifies 28 shooting scenes; Shoot slow motion video with the Super Slow Motion Movie function
* Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

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Technical Details

* 10.0-megapixel sensor combined with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor creates Canon’s HS System
* Capture 720p HD video in stereo sound; play back on an HDTV via the HDMI output
* f/2.0 lens for low light conditions or shallow depth-of-field; control ring for intuitive manual control
* 3.8x optical zoom; 28mm wide-angle lens; Canon’s Hybrid IS to compensate for angular and shift camera shake
* Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

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Advanced Flash Control
Enables bright, natural-looking shots with less blur even under dim lighting conditions.

Hand-held/tripod night landscape detection function
When shooting night landscapes and other nighttime shots, the camera automatically distinguishes between hand-held shooting and shooting using a tripod, and then adjusts ISO sensitivity and shutter speed accordingly. This is the first Nikon camera equipped with the hand-held/tripod night landscape detection function, which enables capture of nighttime shots with less blur. This function makes it possible to capture beautiful photos, as intended, with shooting of nighttime scenes that, until now, have often been blurred.

Superior high-speed response that consistently captures the moment
With fast start-up, focusing speed and quick response while shooting, the Coolpix S5100 offers the high-speed operation that will capture those once-in-a-lifetime shots.

Five advanced technologies for beautiful shots at night
Advanced flash control and Optical VR image stabilization combine with enhanced Motion Detection and ISO 3200 capability at any image size to help ensure beautiful results even when the lights are low. Auto detection and exposure setting for tripod and handheld shooting further ensures better images under challenging lighting conditions. Note: Auto detection functions only when VR image stabilization is turned on in the setup menu and Night Landscape scene mode is selected, either manually or by Scene Auto Selector.

Sharper results with five advanced Nikon image stabilizing features*1 Nikon’s 4-way VR Image Stabilization System utilizes Optical lens shift image stabilization system to help produce blur-free images. High ISO 3200 capability allows faster shutter speeds when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects. Motion Detection automatically controls shutter speed and the ISO setting to compensate for subject movement and camera shake. And, Nikon’s original BSS (Best Shot Selector) function automatically shoots a series of sequential frames and saves the one with the sharpest focus.

Nikon’s Smart Portrait System with Skin Softening
Face-priority AF helps produce more satisfying portraits by adjusting focus and exposure for as many as 12 faces in the framed shot. Skin Softening function detects and analyzes a framed subject’s skin, and then adjusts smoothness to produce enhanced results.

Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when the subject smiles, while its Blink Proof function shoots two sequential frames, then saves the one in which the subject’s eyes are widest open. Blink Warning presents an alert when it suspects that someone in the shot has blinked. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically corrects any perceived red-eye effect before saving the image to memory.

Intelligent automated shooting modes that promote carefree shooting
Nikon’s Scene Auto Selector makes it faster and easier to capture the moment by eliminating the need to manually select a scene mode to match the intended shot. This intelligent function determines the subject, analyzes the surrounding settings, and then automatically selects the appropriate scene mode for optimal results.

Subject Tracking enhances the shooting experience by following the subject’s movement to ensure clear focus and quick response when that special shutter opportunity presents itself.

Quick Retouch
Quick Retouch automatically adjusts the contrast and saturation of selected photos to create an enhanced copy with the right finishing touch.

One-touch HD movie recording
A single press of a button lets you begin recording 720p high definition movies with ease and speed that helps ensure you capture the moving moment.

Superior Image Quality

* 12.2-megapixel CCD sensor for stunning image quality.
* 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-Nikkor Glass Lens. Versatile 28-140mm lens ranges wide to capture landscapes, zooms in to get close to the action. In the Nikkor tradition of precision optics, the high-quality glass lens delivers superb color and razor-sharp results.
* 4-way VR Image Stabilization System
* Optical VR Image Stabilization by lens shift minimizes the effect of camera shake.
* Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and ISO to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.
* High ISO up to 3200 at full resolution for optimum results when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects.
* Nikon’s Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to ten shots while the shutter is pressed, then selects and saves the sharpest image.
* EXPEED C2 continues to expand the possibilities of photography with improved levels of image quality, fine detail and processing speed. Custom-optimized for each Coolpix model, Nikon’s renowned digital image processing engine ensures outstanding images.

Advanced Functions

* 2.7-inch Bright (230,000-dot) Display with anti-reflective coating for still images and movies that come alive with rich detail and improved contrast.

Creative Control

* ISO can be set as high as 3200 at full resolution.
* In-camera editing functions include, Quick Retouch, D-Lighting and more.
* Color Options include Standard, Vivid, B/W, Sepia, Cyanotype.
* Subject Tracking will track a moving subject to ensure sharp focus.

Convenient Features

* Smart Portrait System
* Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when your subject smiles.
* In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically corrects most instances of red-eye as you shoot. You may never see red-eye again.
* Face-Priority AF Nikon’s face-finding technology automatically focuses on up to 12 faces.
* Skin Softening smoothes skin tones at three different levels for optimal portraits; can be applied while shooting or during playback.
* Blink Proof automatically takes two sequential shots and saves the one in which your subject’s eyes are open.
* Blink Warning alerts you if a subject has blinked.
* 18 Scene modes, including Scene Auto Selector
* Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene you’re shooting and selects the most appropriate scene mode; offers six scene modes plus auto.
* Macro shooting as close as 0.8 inches.
* 200 shots (approx.) with supplied EN-EL10 Li-ion rechargeable battery.

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Nikon Coolpix S1100pj highlights

Sharper results with five advanced Nikon image stabilizing features*1
Nikon’s 5-way VR Image Stabilization System utilizes both Optical lens shift and Electronic VR image stabilization systems to help produce blur-free images. High ISO 6400*2 capability allows faster shutter speeds when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects. Motion Detection automatically controls shutter speed and the ISO setting to compensate for subject movement and camera shake. And, Nikon’s original BSS (Best Shot Selector) function automatically shoots a series of sequential frames and saves the one with the sharpest focus.

Nikon’s Smart Portrait System with Skin Softening
Face-priority AF helps produce more satisfying portraits by adjusting focus and exposure for as many as 12 faces in the framed shot. Skin Softening function detects and analyzes a framed subject’s skin, and then adjusts smoothness to produce enhanced results.

Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when the subject smiles, while its Blink Proof function shoots two sequential frames, then saves the one in which the subject’s eyes are widest open. Blink Warning presents an alert when it suspects that someone in the shot has blinked. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically corrects any perceived red-eye effect before saving the image to memory.

Intelligent automated shooting modes that promote carefree shooting
Nikon’s Easy Auto Mode makes it faster and easier to capture the moment by eliminating the need to manually select a scene mode to match the intended shot. This intelligent function determines the subject, analyzes the surrounding settings, and then automatically selects the appropriate scene mode for optimal results. Subject Tracking enhances the shooting experience by following the subject’s movement to ensure clear focus and quick response when that special shutter opportunity presents itself.

Quick Retouch
Quick Retouch automatically adjusts the contrast and saturation of selected photos to create an enhanced copy with the right finishing touch.

Superior Image Quality

* 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor for stunning image quality.
* 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-Nikkor Glass Lens. Versatile 28-140mm lens ranges wide to capture landscapes, zooms in to get close to the action. In the Nikkor tradition of precision optics, the high-quality glass lens delivers superb color and razor-sharp results.
* 5-way VR Image Stabilization System
* Optical VR Image Stabilization by lens shift minimizes the effects of camera shake.
* Hybrid VR Image stabilization by lens shift and electronic VR.
* Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and ISO to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.
* High ISO up to 6400 for optimum results when shooting in low light or photographing fast-moving subjects.
* Nikon’s Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to ten shots while the shutter is pressed, then selects and saves the sharpest image.
* EXPEED C2 continues to expand the possibilities of photography with improved levels of image quality, fine detail and processing speed. Custom-optimized for each Coolpix model, Nikon’s renowned digital image processing engine ensures outstanding images.

Advanced Functions

* Incredible Built-in projector. Share slide shows–with music, if you’d like–as well as HD movies by projecting them from the camera onto any flat surface. Or connect the camera to a computer and project whatever’s on the computer’s screen.
* 3-inch Touch Clear Color Display. High Resolution (460,000-dot) display for still images and HD movies that come alive with rich detail and improved contrast. The Touch Control Display makes it easy to write or draw on your pictures–even while they’re being projected. Creative Control
* ISO can be set up to 6400.
* In-camera Picture Editing includes Quick Retouch, D-Lighting Draw, perspective control, Soft Focus, Selective Color, Cross Screen, Fisheye effect , Miniature effect and more.
* Adjust Scene effects (brightness and color) within scene modes.
* Built-in Slide Show with Music.

HD Movie Recording
Record HD (720p) Movies, with one touch control button. Easy projection playback or watch recorded movies in-camera, on TV or computer.

Convenient Features

* Smart Portrait System
* Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when your subject smiles.
* In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically most instances of red-eye as you shoot. You may never see red-eye again.
* Face-Priority AF Nikon’s face-finding technology automatically focuses on up to 12 faces.
* Skin Softening smoothes skin tones at three different levels for optimal portraits; can be applied while shooting or during playback.
* Blink Proof automatically takes two sequential shots and saves the one with eyes open.
* Subject Tracking will track a moving subject to ensure sharp focus.
* Touch Shutter simply touch the LCD monitor to take a picture
* 17 Scene modes
* Easy Auto Mode automatically recognizes the scene you’re shooting and selects the most appropriate scene mode; offers six scene modes plus auto.
* Macro shooting as close as 1.2 inches.
* 220 shots (approx.) with supplied EN-EL12 Li-ion rechargeable battery

Projector Specifications

* Brightness*1: Up to 14 lumens
* Image size: 5 to 47 in.
* Throw distance: Approx. 10 in. to 7 ft. 10 in. (26 cm to 2.4 m)
* Endurance (battery life)*2: Approx. 1 hour
* Resolution (output): VGA equivalent

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 Highlights

Intelligent Auto (iA) mode
Panasonic’s Intelligent Auto (iA) mode, a hallmark on all Lumix digital cameras, now includes Motion Deblur mode. By updating the motion detection (Intelligent ISO Control) and brightness control (Intelligent Exposure) users can gain the highest shutter speed possible. Combined with the outstanding brightness of the lens and the POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), the Lumix FZ100 prevents any blur created from a handshake or a moving subject. The iA suite of technologies include: POWER O.I.S., Face Recognition, Face Detection, AF Tracking, Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Intelligent Exposure. Panasonic’s iA is also available while shooting video.

Free-angle 3.0-inch LCD
Featuring a free-angle 3.0-inch large 460,000-dot high-resolution LCD, the Lumix FZ100 features wide-angle viewing with Face Recognition functions that automatically remembers registered faces for future recording.

Intelligent Scene Selector
The Intelligent Scene Selector automatically selects one of 6 Scene modes to best suit the shooting situation.

Dolby? Digital Stereo Creator
The Lumix FZ100 also features Dolby? Digital Stereo Creator. This high-quality stereo sound offers realistic sounds and effects to any movie. For greater sound quality, the Lumix FZ100 has a newly-created port for an optional stereo microphone (DMW-MS1) and a Wind Cut function is available to drastically reduce background wind noise.

Record photos and HD video in AVCHD format
The Lumix FZ100 can record photos and HD video in AVCHD format on SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

My Color mode
My Color mode, first introduced in the Lumix G Micro Systems cameras, is a special option that gives freedom to the user’s creativity. With a variety of options including new Pin Hole, Film Grain, High Dynamic and High Dynamic B&W, the My Color mode makes it easy to create innovative images and videos using new intensive color, brightness and saturation levels.

Additional Features

* Bundled Software PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.2 HD Edition makes it possible to sort and organize photos. Videos can be uploaded directly to YouTube using the built-in YouTube uploader, while also letting the user create a 360-degree rotation panorama file in .MOV files. The software is compatible with the Windows 7.
* Happy Mode An option in iA that optimizes color, saturation and brightness to make both photos and movies more vivid and true to the color of the scene you memorized.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 24x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black)

* Megapixels: 14.1 Megapixels
* Features: Auto Scene Selector, 720p HD Movie Recording, Color TFT LCD Screen
* Display Size: 2.7 ”
* Zoom: 4.0 X Optical , 4.0 X Digital
* Built-In Memory Capacity: 34.9MB
* Operational Modes: Auto Scene Mode, EBay Mode, Best Shot Mode, Movie Mode, Continuous Shooting Burst, Voice Recording Mode, Easy Auto Mode

* Playback Modes: Magnification, Movie With Sound, Slide-Show, Thumbnail Display
* Still Shot Modes: Autumn Colors, Flower, Action Shots, Back Light, Fireworks, Best Shot Selector, Auto
* Video Modes: Night, HD-Quality Movie Recording, Special Scene
* Battery Life-Shots Per Charge: 270
* Image Resolution: Up to 4320 x 3240
* Display Indicators: Shooting Mode, ISO Setting, Number of Pictures Remaining, Flash Mode, Battery Level, Zoom Indicator, Focus Area, Image Size
* Playback File Formats: AVI Movie with Sound/ WAV
* Image Editing Features: Image Rotation, Image Resizing, Photo Trim, Date Time Imprinting
* Focus Range: 8.0″ to Infinity Normal Wide Angle , 8.0″ to Infinity Normal Telephoto
* Image Sensor: 1/2.3″ CCD Sensor
* Speeds: Up to 1/2 – 1/2000 sec. Shutter ; Up to 4 fps Continuous Shooting
* ISO Equivalent: 100, 1600, 3200, 400, 800, 200, Auto
* White Balance Modes: Open Shade, Fluorescent, Cloudy, Auto
* Photo Effects: Auto, Center-Weighted
* View Finder Type: LCD Only
* Camera Lens Features: Auto Focus, Macro Zoom, Continuous Auto Focus, Auto Zoom Focus
* Camera Flash Features: Soft Flash, Auto On/Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Flash Maximum Distance: 14.6 ‘
* Outputs: USB, A/V
* Includes: Battery, USB Cable, A/V Cable, Wrist Strap, Battery Charger
* Power Source: Battery-Powered
* Dimensions: Length: 0.7 “; Width: 3.94 “; Depth: 2.18 ”
* Product Weight: 0.29 Lb.

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Casio EX-S200BK 14.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 2.7 inch TFT LCD (Black)