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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Digital Camera

10 Megapixels10 MegapixelsElectronic View FinderElectronic View FinderHigh ISO: ISO 1600 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 1600 or more is available at full-resolution.Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveHigh Definition (HD) Video: 1280x720 resolution or more.High Definition (HD) Video: 1280x720 resolution or more.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Hotshoe: Allows external flash units to be attached.Hotshoe: Allows external flash units to be attached.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringAccepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Neocamera detailed reviewNeocamera detailed review

Model Specifications

BrandPanasonic ModelLumix DMC-LX5
Sensor 10 Megapixels CCD Sensor Size 9.2mm diagonal (4:3 aspect)
StabilizationYes Dust-ReductionN / A
Sensitivity ISO 80 - 3200 *Expanded range: 80-3200, Up to 12800 at lower resolutions Shutter-Speed 1/4000 - 60s
Lens24 - 90mm F/2 - 3.3 / 8Mininum Focus1cm (w) / 30cm (t)
ZoomElectronicManual Focus Electronic
Filter DiameterN / A Focus System 23 points Assist-lamp *Tracking AF-C
Viewfinder Type Optional EVF Viewfinder Size 0.20" 200K Pixels 100% Coverage *90° tilt EVF is optional and not sold with the camera.
Display Position Fixed Display Size 3" LCD 460K Pixels 100% Coverage
Exposure ModesP, A, T, M Scene Modes 22Portrait, Soft Skin, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Panorama Assist, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, High Sensitivity, Food, Party, Candle Light, Baby1/2, Pet, Sunset, Hi-Speed Burst, Flash Burst, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial photo
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing 3 Shots ±3 EV
Exposure Compensation -2..+2 EV, 1/3 EV Flash Compensation
White Balance Auto , Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning 2 Axis, 9 steps
Continuous Drive 2.5 FPS, 4 JPEG *6 FPS and 10 FPS burst modes at reduced resolutions. Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s
Command Dials 1 DOF Preview No
Protection Dust Reduction No
Digital Level None Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger N / A Eye-Start Sensor No
Multiple Shots N / A Orientation Sensor Yes
Image Formats JPEG RAW Flash Ports Hot-Shoe
Built-In Flash Yes, 7.2 - 4.4m (W-T) Flash Sync Unknown
Video Capture 1280x720 @ 30 FPS 16:9 Sound Input None
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity, Internal Memory GPS N / A
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 400 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2010-07-21 Construction
Size 109 x 66 x 43mm (W x H x D) Weight 233g

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Panasonic DMC-LX5 Facts

Compact digital camera
10 Megapixels Fixed LensISO 80-3200
3.8X Ultra-Wide Optical ZoomShutter 1/4000-60s
Built-in StabilizationFull manual controls, including Manual Focus
0.20" Optional EVF 200K PixelsCustom white-balance with 2 axis fine-tuning
2.5 FPS Drive, 4 ImagesSpot-Metering
1280x720 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingHot-Shoe
3" LCD 460K PixelsLithium-Ion
Secure Digital Extended Capacity
Internal Memory
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