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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera

Sun, Nov 25, 2007

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33

The compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 makes it easy to enjoy the many features that distinguish the LUMIX series, such as the exquisite rendering of the Leica lens and the superior shooting performance made possible by Panasonic’s digital imaging technologies. With the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33, Panasonic has established a new standard in basic digital camera performance.

Incorporating a Leica 3x optical zoom lens and a 3.2-megapixel resolution, the Panasonic DMC-LC33 offers professional optics in a classically styled camera at an affordable price. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 also features several automated scene modes, video capture with sound, and ArcSoft image editing software.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 Optics and Resolution
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 captures images up to 2048 x 1526 pixels for 8 x 10 inch photo-quality prints and medium-quality 11 x 14 enlargements. Other resolution modes include 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, and 640 x 480. The 3x optical zoom is joined by a 3x digital zoom for a 9x total zoom.

All Panasonic Lumix digital cameras are equipped with a lens made by Leica, a world-renowned and well-respected manufacturer of precision optical technologies. The top compact lens in the world-renowned Leica family, the DC Vario-Elmarit lens combines comfortably small size with superb image rendering.
Other features of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 include:

Seven elements in six groups
3x zoom lens system is equivalent to a 35mm to 105mm lens
Three aspherical lenses
F2.8-F4.9 brightness
Focal distance of 5.8mm to 17.4mm
Multi-coating technology minimizes ghosting caused by excessive light
Fast shutter speeds

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33’s Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 can also record 320 x 240 movie clips at 10 frames per second with audio. Your video length is limited only by the size of your memory card.

More Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 Features
The Mega Burst Imaging feature allows you to take consecutive pictures at an incredible quick rate, making it perfect for capturing fast-moving objects in high resolution. You can then view your shots on the camera’s LCD screen to choose the shot you want and delete the rest.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 features a Mode Dial that gives you a variety of settings to choose from to help give you the best shot possible based on your shooting environment. Modes include simple, normal picture, macro, portrait, night portrait, motion image, landscape, and playback (which lets you view images in a slideshow format on an SD memory card).

The Venus Engine LSI generates the luminance signal of the primary color CCD using all three colors (red, green, blue) for improved diagonal image resolution, compared to conventional CCDs that use only one color (green) to do so, resulting in rich, expressive images. This LSI also handles image processing, LCD functions, and writing to the memory card concurrently, for an overall quick camera response.

Other features include:

1.5-inch LCD screen and optical viewfinder
Built-in flash with auto, red-eye reduction, slow synchro, and forced on/off modes
ISO sensitivity: Auto, 50, 100, 200, and 400
White balance modes: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Halogen, and White Set

Storage and Transfer
Images can be stored on the included 16 MB Secure Digital memory card; the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 is also compatible with MultiMedia (MMC) cards. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via ultrafast USB 2.0, which means it can be connected to any USB-compatible Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software. When used with USB 1.1 connection, transfer will slow to USB 1.1 rate.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines include, rechargeable NiMH batteries recommended). It measures 3.8 by 2.6 by 1.3 inches and weighs 7.6 ounces (excluding batteries).

What’s In The Box
This package includes the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 digital camera, 16 MB Secure Digital card, 2 AA batteries, USB and A/V cables, and strap. The photo editing software included with all Panasonic Lumix cameras lets you turn your home computer into a virtual photo studio. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 includes the following software:

ArcSoft PhotoBase: Transfer images from an SD Memory Card to a PC and display them in a list
ArcSoft PhotoImpression: Adjust colors and process images to create calendars, cards, etc.
ArcSoft Panorama Maker: Merge separate photos to create a single image
ArcSoft PhotoPrinter Pro: Select numerous photos to print together as one group
SD Viewer for DSC: Makes it easy to check image data on an SD Memory Card. Use it to create slide shows and save them on an SD Memory Card (for Windows only).