Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom Review
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom Feature
- 3.2 Effective Megapixels
- Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens
- 3x variable digital zoom
- Motion Image Recording with Audio
- 1.5" Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT Color LCD
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 DMC-LC33 also features several automated scene modes, video capture with sound, and ArcSoft image editing software.
Optics and Resolution
The 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. Its features 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
Movie Mode In addition to taking still photos, the 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 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 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 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 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 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).
The highly regarded Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens is part of what makes this Panasonic Lumix 3.2MP Digital Camera a winner when it comes to crisp, bright and colorful images. The DMCLC33 is also equipped with a 1.5" diagonal polycrystalline TFT color LCD display and a built-in flash with automatic and manual settings. Features: MEGA optical image stabilizer that offsets unintentional hand movement; mega burst imaging for taking consecutive pictures at a quick rate; multiple shooting modes; playback mode; built-in SD card slot; USB port; motion image recording with audio; built-in microphone; built-in speaker; 3.2 effective megapixels; 2048 x 1536 pixel resolution; 3x optical zoom; 3x variable digital zoom; white balance; self timer; multiple image formats; 16MB SD memory card, A/V cable, USB cable, strap, and software CD-ROM.
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