Panasonic GF5 Announced today, the new panasonic GF5 features newly added NR (Noise Reduction) circuit, new higher-res screen, refined user interface and comes with retractable 14-42mm zoom lens with a attractive price tag $749.99/£579.
Major Features
12.1-megapixel Live MOS
MAX ISO 12800
Fast Auto Focus
3.0-inch 920,000-dot high-precision touch display
The LUMIX DMC-GF5 will be available in black, white and red later this year in the following kit options: Body with 14-42mm standard zoom lens will have a suggested retail price (SRP) of $599; body with 14-42mm power zoom lens will have an SRP of $749.
SECAUCUS, NJ (April 5, 2012) – Panasonic today announced a new digital interchangeable lens system camera, the LUMIX DMC-GF5, which joins Panasonic’s award-winning LUMIX G Series of digital cameras, which are acclaimed for their high image quality with small and compact body and lenses. The LUMIX GF5 features a newly developed 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor and redesigned Venus Engine, helping to ensure true-to-life images through exceptional resolution, image rendering and color reproduction. Even in low-light situations and at a maximum 12800 high ISO sensitivity, the LUMIX GF5 produces stunning photos and videos. The noise reduction system includes a combination 3DNR (3D Noise Reduction) and MNR (Multi-process Noise Reduction) allowing for both bright areas and dark areas to be faithfully reproduced with minimal noise in high sensitivity image recording.
Sporting a sophisticated and stylish design, the LUMIX GF5 features a compact, lightweight body with built-in flash. A rubberized grip makes it easier for users to comfortably hold the camera in one hand. Complying with Micro Four Thirds standard, a wide range of interchangeable lenses is offered to expand photographic experience even more broadly at higher level of photo quality.
“Panasonic expects the LUMIX GF5 to please photo enthusiasts and budding photographers that are looking for the next step from the traditional point-and-shoot camera,” said Christopher Rice, Senior Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America. “The camera’s host of shooting options makes photography even more artistic, yet easy for users of any experience level. The powerful Venus Engine and sensor allows the camera to achieve exceptional photo quality in a range of shooting environments.”
The LUMIX GF5, like all cameras in the LUMIX G Series, adopts Contrast AF (Auto Focus), so focusing is controlled by the image sensor. Compared with the Phase difference system AF, Contrast AF boasts higher accuracy, especially when shooting with a bright lens with small F value. To further advance the Contrast AF, the GF5 incorporates full-area focusing, making it possible to set focus on any point in the field of view.
Featuring an ultra high-speed Light Speed AF, the LUMIX GF5 can focus in approximately 0.09*1 seconds making it possible to capture even fast moving subjects clearly. Combined with Touch AF control and high-speed burst shooting at four frames per second in full resolution, it has never been easier to capture fast-moving objects clearly. Additionally, Pinpoint AF allows for even more precise focus by further enlarging the focus area, assisting, for example, to set focus directly on the pupil of an eye.
The LUMIX GF5’s large, 3.0-inch 920,000-dot high-precision touch display and Graphic User Interface (GUI) provide users with ease of use and simple operation. The touch-control system immediately allows users to set focus on a subject just by touching the screen and users can even release the shutter to snap a photo directly from the touch screen. Once a user locks onto a subject by a touch, the camera will track the subject with the AF tracking function, even if the subject moves. Touch Zoom is also available when the LUMIX Power Zoom Lens H-PS14042 lens or H-PS45175 is mounted.
Creative Control Mode has been upgraded from the LUMIX DMC-GF3 by increasing filter options available on the LUMIX GF5 from six options to 14, adding Soft Focus*2, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, One Point Color, Cross Process, Low Key, Toy Effect and Star Filter*2, in addition to the conventional Expressive, Retro, High Key, Sepia, Hi Dynamic and Miniature Effect*3 modes. With the new GUI menu tab, switching filter effects is seamless. A preview of filter effects can be seen on the large LCD screen via Live View mode and the camera intuitively recommends filters depending on the scene that the camera detects in iA (Intelligent Auto) or iA Plus mode.
For beginner users of interchangeable lens system cameras, the GF5 features a new Scene Guide offering 23 sample pictures shot by professional photographers. Users can choose the photo closest to the situation that they are shooting and optimal parameters for shooting the scene will be set automatically*4. Additionally, procedures, technical advice and recommended interchangeable lens options for the scene can be shown to allow users to better understand and learn photography.
In addition to shooting still photography, the LUMIX GF5 can also record 1920×1080 60i* full-High Definition videos in AVCHD format which excels in both compression efficiency and compatibility with AV equipment for playback. In addition to practical full-time AF, the Touch AF in video recording also lets the user enjoy professional-like selective focusing which allows the focus to be changed while shooting video. The LUMIX GF5 features a dedicated video record button on the top of the body so users can instantly start recording videos while shooting photos without having to make setting adjustments. Along with full-HD video capabilities, the LUMIX GF5 also features high-quality sound, recorded with Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator. Videos can be recorded in MP4 format for playback on a PC or other portable electronic devices without having to convert the files.
Additional features of the LUMIX GF5 include:
iA mode to automatically activate a range of technologies to enhance photos without adjusting settings every time conditions change, including AF Tracking, Intelligent D-range Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Recognition and Intelligent ISO Control.
iA Plus mode allows users to adjust defocusing area in the background, exposure compensation and white balance for more flexible control.
A dedicated sensor that automatically determines shooting angle, making it possible to tell whether a photo was taken horizontally or vertically no matter what lens was used.
The GUI interface allows users to choose an image and set it as wallpaper for the menu screen.
The LUMIX DMC-GF5 will be available in black, white and red later this year in the following kit options: Body with 14-42mm standard zoom lens will have a suggested retail price (SRP) of $599; body with 14-42mm power zoom lens will have an SRP of $749.
According to latest rumors the Panasonic GF5 is expected to be announced on 1st week of April, but just before the announcement NDTV.com published Panasonic GF5 images and Specification,
Key Specifications:
12 Megapixels sensor
ISO: 160-6400 (expandable to 12800)
Burst Speed: 4fps
Video: AVCHD/MP4 (FullHD)
Microphone: Stereo
LCD: 3-inch TFT LCD (921K Dot)
Ports: TV/Digital Out and Mini HDMI
After Fuji X10 white orb problem now its time for Canon G1 X “Glow Dots”, During the normal course of testing process imaging resource identified the light leakage problem under certain conditions, the “Glow dots” or “Bright Spots” occur when you combine high sensitivity with high shutter speeds.
Canon response to Light Leak Problem
We sent our images to Canon and they came back with a response, calling the phenomenon “Glow Dots,” though what we see does not resemble dots at all. Canon further says, “Due to the limited circumstances under which the PowerShot G1X ‘Glow Dots’ phenomenon can occur, Canon does not plan to change the camera’s specifications or offer repair service for this issue.”
Two more leaked image of Panasonic GF5 leaked by nphoto.com, the new GF5 introduces a handgrip to GF series but the overall design look same as Panasonic GF3 , according to the source the low light performance of new Panasonic GF5 is similar to Canon 7D / 60D.
At high ISO test done by dpinterface.com Canon G1 X showing a significantly less amount of noise than the Canon EOS 7D DSLR, Canon G1X comes with a 2.5 inch sensor and canon 7D sensor is approx 27% larger than the Canon G1 X, both cameras are almost even in terms of pixel density.
Lens used on the Canon 7D was the Canon EF 24-70 mm f2.8L USM, Images displayed below are JPEGs out of the camera, not RAW.
According to Nphoto (translated by google) the upcoming Panasonic GF5 will feature 12 Megpixel sensor, ISO range up to 12800, Super fast AF of 0,09seconds and a new 920k dots touch screen LCD.
Panasonic G5 is expected to be announced in next two to three months with same 16megpixel G3 sensor.
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Panasonic GF5 Announced today, the new panasonic GF5 features newly added NR (Noise Reduction) circuit, new higher-res screen, refined user interface and comes with retractable 14-42mm zoom lens with a attractive price tag $749.99/£579.
ISO 12,800, f/16, 1/4,000, -3EV @50mm eq.
Two more leaked image of Panasonic GF5 leaked by nphoto.com, the new GF5 introduces a handgrip to GF series but the overall design look same as Panasonic GF3 , according to the source the low light performance of new Panasonic GF5 is similar to Canon 7D / 60D.
