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DMC-FS20-10MP & 3.0 [Model No: DMC-FS20]
Live a Larger Life with 3.0 inch LCD Screen
* 10.1 Megapixel Camera for high quality images
* 30mm LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT LENS with 4x Optical Zoom
* Intelligent Auto Mode - Includes Mega O.I.S, Intelligent ISO, Face Detection &
Intelligent Scene Selector
* 3.0 inch LCD Screen
* Venus Engine IV - High Speed, High Quality Image Processing LSI
Features & Benefits
30mm Wide Angle 4x Optical Zoom (30-120mm) Leica DC VARIO-ELMAR Lens and
1/2.33-inch 10.1-megapixel High Resolution CCD
The 10.1-megapixel DMC-FS20 and DMC-FS5 come with a 30mm wide-angle* Leica DC
VARIO-ELMAR lens with 4x optical zoom complementing the slim and compact body of
the camera. Comprising seven elements in six groups, including three aspherical
lenses with four aspherical surfaces, this advanced lens unit fits well with the
outstandingly slim and compact body yet passes Leica's stringent standards to
deliver an exceptional optical performance. Further, in 3-megapixel resolution
mode, the Extra Optical Zoom function provides additional magnification,
extending the zoom power to 7.1x by using the centre part of the CCD.
The Easy Zoom** feature shifts the lens instantly to full 4x optical zoom power
at a touch of a button, and with a second touch, the zoom ratio is further
extended to 7.1x by activating the Extra Optical Zoom function. *35mm film
camera equivalent: 30-120mm*
**When the picture size is set to 3 megapixels or larger, the photo is
automatically resized to 3 megapixels. When the lens is shifted back to the
wide-end, the picture size is set to the original size automatically. The
original size is maintained for photos smaller than 3 megapixels.
Great Photos Everytime - Intelligent Auto Technology
Panasonic incorporated the Intelligent Auto mode in pursuit of the ultimate ease
of operation and the reduction of misshots. Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image
Stabilizer) to compensate for hand-shake and Intelligent ISO Control to detect
and suppress motion blur are built into all Lumix cameras, as the industry?s
most advanced countermeasures against blurring. Both image stabilizing
technologies have been further advanced in detection accuracy and correction
effect thanks to the new image-processing LSI, Venus Engine IV.
In addition to these two paramount anti-blurring technologies, Panasonic
continues pursuing the ideal that anyone at any technical level of photography
should be able to take beautiful pictures with ease, by incorporating the
Intelligent Auto mode. Increasing the number of scene modes is one thing and
taking advantage of them is another, and that?s where the Intelligent Scene
Selector comes in. It automatically sets the appropriate scene mode according to
the scene you?re going to take from among the most frequently used scene modes,
such as Portrait, Scenery, Macro, Night Scenery and Night Portrait mode. The
Face Detection system helps the camera to recognize human faces and to focus and
set the exposure automatically. Up to 15 faces can be recognized simultaneously.
The Quick AF system allows the camera to keep focusing on the subject even
without pressing the shutter button halfway, to get the best results from every
shooting opportunity by minimizing the AF time.
These multi-capable functions happen automatically, so you can shoot without the
bother of adjusting settings every time conditions change -- the powerful
Intelligent Auto Mode does all the work for you. You can enjoy easy,
trouble-free shooting in any situation and get the satisfaction that comes with
capturing clear, beautiful images.
High-Speed, High-Quality Image-Processing LSI Further Evolves into the Venus
Engine IV
The new image-processing LSI, Venus Engine IV, features more advanced signal
processing technology for rendering even higher-quality images.
Notably, dual noise reduction for luminance signal and chromatic signal
processing systems, a technology established by the preceding Venus Engine III,
gains a more sophisticated process. Firstly, the luminance noise is
two-dimensionally separated and only the low-frequency noise, which tends to be
noticeable, is eliminated without affecting the high-frequency noise that
greatly influences resolution. Secondly, the information of the change point
between colours is minutely stored for precise determination of edges, thus
colour bleeding is dramatically suppressed. This not only produces a clearer
image in high ISO sensitivity recording, but also reproduces details in low-lit
areas of pictures taken at low ISO sensitivity. The Venus Engine IV also
enhances the detection accuracy and corrective effect in both Mega O.I.S., which
prevents hand-shake, and Intelligent ISO Control, which suppresses motion blur.
Featured in the DMC-FS5, the multi-task image-processor, the Venus Engine IV
supports a super-fast response time. The shutter release time lag is as short as
0.00X second and the shutter interval is as short as 0.X sec* despite
high-resolution picture recording. The camera's quick response makes it easier
to capture sudden, spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities. In burst shooting
mode, the DMC-FS5 can snap 2.5 shots per second at full resolution.** And in
High-Speed Burst shooting mode,*** it delivers an incredible 6 shots per second.
You also get unlimited consecutive shooting,**** which lets you continue
shooting until the memory card is full.
The Venus Engine IV also supports a High Sensitivity mode that lets the DMC-FS5
record at a setting of up to ISO 6400, sensitive enough to capture subjects in
near-total darkness without using a flash.*****
*Not including auto focusing time
**Max. 5 images in standard mode/ 3 images in fine mode.
*** In 2-megapixel(4:3), 2.5-megapixel(3:2), 2-megapixel(16:9) recording
****The consecutive shooting speed varies with the memory card, image size, and
image compression mode. The number of shots depends on the memory card size,
battery life, image size and image compression mode.
***** In 3-megapixel(4:3), 2.5-megapixel(3:2), 2-megapixel(16:9) recording
Advanced 3.0" Large Intelligent LCD with 230,000-dot High Resolution for Easy
Shooting and Playback
The FS20 boasts an easy-to-see, 3.0", 230,000-dot high-resolution LCD screen for
clear viewing while both monitoring shots and playing back the results. The
Intelligent LCD function detects the light condition and automatically boosts
the LCD backlighting by a maximum of 40 percent when shooting outdoors in bright
sunshine. It also adjusts the frame rate when shooting in low-lit situations in
addition to using the pixel mixed readout method to secure clarity in such
situations. Detecting the lighting condition precisely and automatically
controlling the brightness with a total of 11 fine steps, this function gives
the display the most appropriate clarity in any situation without using extra
energy. The High Angle mode makes the LCD screen extremely easy to view when the
camera is held high, such as when shooting over a crowd.
Specifications
Lens Type LUMIX DC VARIO 7 elements in 6 groups (3 aspherical lenses)
Image Stabiliser Yes
Image Stabiliser Operational Modes MEGA O.I.S. (Mode1/Mode2)
Aperture Wide: F3.3 / F8.0 (2 steps)
Auto Focus Yes
Optical Zoom (x) 4
Digital Zoom (x) 4
Focal Length1 f=1.6-16.4mm (35mm Equiv.: 28-100mm)
Optical Zoom Minimum Range (mm), 35mm Equivalent 30
Optical Zoom Maximum Range (mm), 35mm Equivalent 120
Focusing Area P / A / S / M / Intelligent AUTO / Motion Picture, Normal:
50cm-Infinity
Focus Modes2 Auto Focus System
Macro Function Minimum Focusing Distance (mm) 50
Image Sensor Size (Inches) 1/2.33
Total Pixel Count (megapixels) 10.7
Effective Pixel Count (megapixels) 10.1
Maximum Horizontal Resolution (pixels) 3648
Maximum Vertical Resolution (pixels) 2736
ISO Sensitivity Modes Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, (High Sensitivity Mode:
Auto 1600-6400)
Maximum Sensitivity (ISO Rating) 1600
LCD Monitor Screen Size (Inches) 3
View Finder Size (inches) Optical View Finder
Exposure Modes Program AE
Exposure Compensation 1/3 EV Step, -+2EV
Auto (AE) Bracketing ±1/3EV-1EV Step, 3 frames
Light Metering Intelligent Multiple
White Balance Modes Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, White Set
Mode Dial/Scene Modes Intelligent AUTO (Playback, Normal Picture, Macro, Motion
Picture, Print, Clipboard, SCN (Portrait, Soft Skin, Self-Portrait, Scenery,
Night Portrait, Night Scenary, Food, Party, Candle Light, Baby1, Baby2, Pet,
Sunset, High Sensitivity, Hi-Speed Burst, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, S
Colour Effect Modes None
Recording Image Size Modes 4:3 Ratio Formats:, 3648 x 2736 pixels, 3072 x 2304
pixels, 2560 x 1920 pixels, 2048 x 1536 pixels, 3:2 Ratio Formats:, 3072 x 2048
pixels, 2560 x 1712 pixels, 2048 x 1360 pixels, 16:9 Ratio Formats:, 3072 x 1728
pixels, 2560 x 1440 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Image Quality Modes JPEG, Fine, Standard
Shutter Speed Range 8-1/2000 sec. (in Starry Sky mode: 15/30/60 sec.)
Movie Function Modes (Quick Time TM Motion JPEG)3 30 or 10 fps (4:3 format:
640x480 / 320x240 pixels, 16:9 format: 848x480 pixels)
Movie Function Yes - Motion Image Without Audio
Burst Shooting Mode4 TBC
USB Webcam Function Yes
Voice Recording (Audio Dubbing) No
Microphone Yes
Inbuilt Speaker(s) Yes
MP3 Playback No
Self Timer Yes
Self Timer Modes 10 sec., 2 sec.
Onboard Erase Function Single/Multi/All
Inbuilt Flash Yes
Red Eye Reduction Yes
Built in Flash Modes5 Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On/Off
External Flash Capabilty None
On-Board Memory (MB) 50
Included Recording Media Built-in Memory
Compatible Memory Card Type(s) SD Card (TM), SDHC Card (TM)
PictBridge Compatible Yes
A/V Output Yes
USB Connectivity6 Yes
Power (Battery) Lithium-ion battery pack (3.6V, 1000mAh)
Power (Mains) AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional)
Battery Life 280 pictures (CIPA Standard)
Height (mm) 57.1
Width (mm) 94.9
Depth (mm) 22.9
Weight (g) 132
Weight (g) with Media & Battery 154
Country of Assembly Japan
Warranty 1 Year Manufacturers Warranty
1 f = 5.2-20.8mm (35mm Equiv: 30 - 120mm)
2 Macro / Intelligent AUTO: Wide 5cm / Tele 50cm - infinity
3 Max. recording time depends on memory card storage capacity
4 Full-Resolution Image, 2.5 frames/sec Max. 5 images (Standard mode), Max 3
images (Fine Mode) High-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6 frames/sec (recorded in 2M
for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9)
5 Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction only in Night Portrait/Party/Candle Light mode
only
6 USB 2.0 Full Speed
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