Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5

Panasonic adds a new camera to the powerful G-series: the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5. It is a new, fast digital mirrorless reflex camera with interchangeable lenses. The camera is very suitable for the serious hobby photographer who always a compact, but good camera at hand would have to capture actions.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 – specifications
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 is equipped with a 16 Megapixel Live MOS sensor and image processor that uses a new algorithm and a faster response. The Contrast AF is equipped with the ultra-fast AF system "Light Speed AF". At full resolution it is even possible to shoot up to 6 images per second.

Of course, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 also able to record HD video (1920 x 1080 50 p Full HD video in AVCHD Progressive format with stereo sound). The AF system is optimized for use during filming, for example with the features full-time AF and Tracking AF.

In the development of the exterior of the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 is paid great attention to the grip, the buttons and the coating. The Live view Filder has an image field of 100%.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 – features
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 is equipped with some useful features. So there is Creative Control and there are 14 filters built-in. Of course there is also the automatic mode iA (Intelligent Auto) and a Scene Guide with pre-programmed settings.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 – price and availability
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 is from september for sale in black, silver and white. The loose body has a suggested retail price of 649 euro. The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G5 with standard zoom lens LUMIX G Vario 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA o.i.s. costs 749 euros. The camera is also available with other lenses.