Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1


Lumix DMC-GX1
at a glance
4592 x 3448



3.0" lcd viewer

SD[HC][XC]

li ion rechargeable

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 review summary


camera date	Nov 11
pixels / class	16.7M	SLR-like digital camera

overall rating		8 reviews
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 specifications

lens / zoom	micro four thirds mount, digital zoom 4x
focus / macro	auto \| manual
metering mode	intelligent multi-pattern, center weighted, spot
aperture	auto \| manual
white balance	auto, 5 presets, 2 custom, color temp.
shutter	auto \| manual / 60s - 1/4000s, B
exposure	+/- 5EV in 1/3EV steps
flash / mode	hot shoe, pop up - 4 modes, red eye reduction; GN7.66 (m, iso 160)
viewfinder	LCD touch panel
iso ratings	160 - 12800 in 1/3EV steps
image size	4592x3448, 3232x2424, 2272x1704, 1824x1368 / [3:2] 4576x3056, 3232x2160, 2272x1520, 1824x1216 / [16:9] 4592x2576, 3232x1824, 1920x1080, 1824x1024 / [1:1] 3424, 2416, 1712 , 3520x1980, 1920x1080 / [1:1] 3456, 2448, 1744
image format	jpeg (exif 2.3), raw
image compr.
lag/cycle times
remote control	self timer 2s, 10s
video options	AVCHD, MP4, with audio - 1920x1080, 1280x720, 848x480, 640x480
audio options	linear PCM, stereo
connectivity	usb 2.0 HS; A/V (NTSC/PAL), HDMI
storage	SD, SDHC, SDXC
platform
extra features	Sensor size 7.3mm x 13.0mm mechanical dedusting face detection histogram PictBridge compliant


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Introductions, previews and other reviews
18Nov11	Panasonic GX1 impressions at Luminous-landscape
18Nov11	Panasonic Lumix GX1 hands on review at techradar
07Nov11	Panasonic Lumix GX1 first look at TrustedReviews
07Nov11	Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 first look at Pocket-lint
07Nov11	Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1i at Imaging-resource
07Nov11	Panasonic GX1 first impressions at ePHOTOzine
07Nov11	Panasonic Lumix GX1 preview / video at dpreview
07Nov11	Panasonic Lumix GX1 interview at CameraLabs

Forum discussions
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	dpreview.com Panasonic Talk Forum
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 announcement clippings

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.

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.