Panasonic has unveiled a new member in its Lumix digital camera family, called the DMC-LS80.
It features Lumix DC VARIO lens system with 3x optical zoom offering easy-to-use advanced options. The CCD has been upgraded to 8.1-megapixel high resolutions to correspond to trimming or prints in larger size.
At the heart of the DMC-LS80's super-easy operation is a comprehensive Intelligent mode that combines four distinct features aimed at making it easy to capture perfect images.
First is Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), a system that helps eliminate blurring due to hand-shake. Second is Intelligent ISO Control, a system that fights motion blur by detecting if the subject moves and adjusting the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed setting according to the degree of motion and light conditions. Last but not least is the Auto Macro mode, the camera automatically switches to the Macro mode according to its shooting distance with the subject.
The Quick AF system allows the camera to start focusing on the subject even without pressing a shutter button halfway, to get best result out of a shutter chance by minimizing the AF time. All these functions act automatically, so you don't have to think about them each time conditions change. You enjoy effortless, trouble-free shooting in any situation, as well as the satisfaction that comes with capturing beautiful photos.
DMC-LS80 further offers a range of features that enhance usability and add convenience. The Intelligent LCD function that comes with the 230,000-dot high-resolution monitor, detects lighting condition and controls brightness level of the LCD in 12 fine steps, to offer the display with best appropriate clarity in any situations.
Moreover, Lumix DMC LS80 includes the Easy Zoom feature that has the ability to shift the lens instantly to full zoom at the touch of a dedicated button. The Venus Engine III delivers maximum ISO 6400 high Sensitivity mode.
With 24MB of internal memory, it also supports large-capacity SDHC memory cards. This camera is incorporated with a microphone and is compatible with VGA recording format that delivers 640x480 pixels and WVGA (848x480) motion pictures at 30 frames per second.
DMC-LS80 surely offers entry-level users an ultimate ease and convenience to let them enjoy shooting beautiful pictures and will be available in silver, black and pink.