The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-S3 is the device you’ve been looking for. With an impressive 14.1-megapixel sensor, 720p high-def video recording, a 4x optical zoom, Venus Engine VI image processor, 2.7-inch LCD display screen and a fresh new look, the S3 offers all the essentials for budding photographers. There is nothing basic about the features of this camera, which include Optical Image Stabilization, Face Detection and Intelligent Scene Selection.
Features
Product Description: Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3, digital camera
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 14 Megapixel Digital Camera Specifications
Part # DMC-S3R
General
Product Type:
Digital camera, compact
Width:
3.9 in
Depth:
0.8 in
Height:
2.3 in
Weight:
3.5 oz
Enclosure Color:
Red
Main Features
Resolution:
14.1 Megapixel
Color Support:
Color
Optical Sensor Type:
CCD
Total Pixels:
14,500,000 pixels
Effective Sensor Resolution:
14,100,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size:
1/2.33"
Light Sensitivity:
ISO 100, ISO 800, ISO 400, ISO 1600, ISO auto, ISO auto (1600-6400)
Digital Zoom:
4 x
Image Processor:
Venus Engine VI
Shooting Modes:
Frame movie mode
Shooting Programs:
Portrait mode, party/indoor, night portrait, self-portrait, scenery, food, fireworks, panorama assist, night scene, sports mode, sunset, beach, snow, high sensitivity, baby, soft skin
Special Effects:
Cool, Warm, Black & White, Sepia, Neutral, Vivid
Image Stabilizer:
Optical (MEGA O.I.S.)
Max Shutter Speed:
1/1600 sec
Min Shutter Speed:
8 sec
Exposure Metering:
Multi-segment
Exposure Modes:
Program, automatic
Exposure Compensation:
±2 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
Face Detection:
Yes
White Balance:
Custom, automatic, presets
White Balance Presets:
Incandescent, cloudy, daylight, shade
Digital Video Format:
QuickTime, MJPEG
Still Image Format:
JPEG
Continuous Shooting Speed:
1.5 frames per second
Max Video Resolution:
1280 x 720
Video Capture:
MJPEG, 1280 x 720, 30 fps , MJPEG, 640 x 480, 30 fps , MJPEG, 320 x 240, 30 fps
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash Memory:
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
Integrated Memory:
70 MB
Image Storage:
JPEG 4320 x 3240 , JPEG 4320 x 2880 , JPEG 4320 x 2432 , JPEG 3648 x 2736 , JPEG 2560 x 1920 , JPEG 2048 x 1536 , JPEG 640 x 480
Camera Flash
Camera Flash:
Built-in flash
Flash Modes:
Fill-in mode, slow synchro, auto mode, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction
Red Eye Reduction:
Yes
Effective Flash Range:
1.3 ft, 11 ft
Features:
AF illuminator
Lens System
Type:
Zoom lens, 5 mm, 20 mm, f/3.1-6.5
Focal Length:
5 mm, 20 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera:
28, 112mm
Focus Adjustment:
Automatic
Auto Focus:
TTL contrast detection
Auto Focus Points (Zones):
11
Min Focus Range:
2 in
Lens Aperture:
F/3.1-6.5
Optical Zoom:
4 x
Zoom Adjustment:
Motorized drive
Lens Construction:
5 group(s) / 6 element(s)
Features:
Built-in lens shield, aspherical lens
Additional Features
Self Timer:
Yes
Self Timer Delay:
10 sec, 2 sec
Additional Features:
Audio recording, direct print, USB 2.0 compatibility, built-in speaker, RGB primary color filter, auto power save, date/time stamp, camera orientation detection, PictBridge support, in-camera red-eye
Display
Type:
LCD display, 2.7", color
Display Form Factor:
Built-in
Display Format:
230,400 pixels
Microphone
Type:
Microphone, built-in
Microphone Operation Mode:
Mono
Connections
Connector Type:
1 x USB , 1 x composite video/audio output
Expansion Slot(s):
1 x SD Memory Card
Software
Software:
Drivers & Utilities, Apple QuickTime, Adobe Reader, Panasonic PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0
System Requirements for PC Connection
Peripheral Devices:
USB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
Compatible with Windows 7:
"Compatible with Windows 7" software
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 14 Megapixel Digital Camera Features
Large, 2.7-inch, 230,000-dot LCD
The generous 2.7-inch 230,000-dot LCD display screen reflects the finest details in each photo, making it quick and easy to check focus before shooting, or to accurately review photos immediately after shooting.
Venus Engine
The powerful, efficient Venus Engine uses cutting-edge signal management to deliver gorgeous images, particularly when sensitivity is high.
28mm Wide-angle 4x Optical Zoom Lens
The S3 comes equipped with a powerful and newly developed 28mm wide-angle LUMIX DC VARIO lens with 4x optical zoom. This advanced lens is comprised of six elements in five groups including three aspherical lenses with five aspherical surfaces.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 14 Megapixel Digital Camera Included Items
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 14 Megapixel Digital Camera
Battery Charger
Battery Pack
USB Cable
Hand Strap
CD-ROM
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 14 Megapixel Digital Camera Warranty Information
Limited warranty, 1 year
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 14 Megapixel Digital Camera Video
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