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Panasonic Launch New LUMIX SZ5 with Wi-Fi

Panasonic have launched the new LUMIX SZ5 compact camera with 10x optical zoom lens and built in Wi-Fi.

18 Jul 2012 6:00AM by ePHOTOzine | Lumix SZ5 in Compact Cameras

Panasonic have launched the LUMIX SZ5 – a Wi-Fi enabled slim and stylish camera.

The camera boasts a 14 megapixel sensor and 10x optical zoom, enabling you to boost the quality of your daily photography.

Price and availability to be confirmed.

Key Features:

Remote smartphone operation: With advanced smartphone compatibility, you can access the LUMIX SZ5’s Live View and control the zoom and shutter, directly from your Android or iOS device. You can also use your smartphone to edit images directly and use its GPS functionality to tag the location of your image.
Wi-Fi connectivity allows easy sharing: Through the Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) - which is active even when using a smartphone - you can securely transmit data to preferred devices quickly and easily.
Home networking functionality: With DLNA functionality, the LUMIX SZ5 is able to share your images and videos with a variety of compatible devices. You can remotely view images on your Smart VIERA TV, and push images and videos to other devices in your home.
Boost the quality of your everyday photography: With a 14-megapixel sensor; a 10x optical zoom; a 25mm wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMER lens; and 720p MP4 movie recording, the LUMIX SZ5 allows detailed image and video capture wherever you are.

Panasonic say:

“The LUMIX SZ5 provides rich connectivity options – from Wi-Fi, to DLNA to smartphone compatibility – which make posting your images and videos online easier than ever. It also features remote operation possibilities via your smartphone.”

“With a 14-megapixel sensor, a 10x optical zoom, and a 25mm wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMER lens, the LUMIX SZ5 provides the functionality to create beautiful images, wherever you are. Alongside the remote smartphone operation possibilities, the LUMIX SZ5 also features a wide range of other modes and functionalities to boost the creativity of your photos and give them your own personal touch.”

For more information, visit Panasonic's website.

Panasonic Lumix SZ5 Specifications

Manufacturer	Panasonic
Lens
	Max Aperture	f/3.1 - f/5.9
	35mm equivalent	25mm - 250mm
	Optical Zoom	10x
Image Sensor
	Pixels	14Mp (Megapixels)
	Pixels (W)	4320
	Pixels (H)	3240
	Sensor Type	CCD
	Sensor Size	1/2.33
	Sensor Size (width)	No Data
	Sensor Size (height)	No Data
	Aspect Ratio	4:3 16:9 1:1
LCD Monitor
	LCD Monitor	3in
	Screen resolution	230k
	Touch Screen	No
Focusing
	Min Focus	5cm
	Focusing modes	Autofocus Spot Face Detection AF Tracking Multi
Exposure Control
	Shutter speeds shortest	1/1600sec
	Shutter speeds longest	8sec
	Bulb mode	No
	Exp modes	Program Scene modes
	Metering	Multi Pattern
	ISO sensitivity	100 - 1600
	White balance	Auto Manual Outdoors/Daylight Cloudy Incandescent Shade
	Exposure Comp	+/-2
Shooting Options
	Continuous shooting	1.5fps
Video
	Movie mode	Yes
	Video Resolution	1280x720 HD 720p
	Video FPS	25
	Stereo Sound	No
	Optical Zoom with Video	Yes
Other Features
	Image Stabilisation	Yes
Interface
	HDMI	No
	USB	USB 2
	Wi-Fi	Yes
Storage
	Card Type	SD SDHC SDXC
	File Type	JPG
Power Source
	Battery Type	Lithium Ion
	Battery Life (CIPA rating)	250shots
Box Contents
	Box Contents	Battery Pack, AC adaptor, USB Cable, Hand Strap, CD-ROM
Dimensions
	Weight	120g
	Width	104.1mm
	Height	57.6mm
	Depth	20.8mm

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