Panasonic has introduced an addition to a series of Lumix FX - a compact digital camera DMC-FX80. As the producer, wide angle LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMARIT with a focal length of 24-120 mm (equivalent 35mm camera) offers a 5X optical zoom, aperture F2.5, but also in a compact size.
High-speed image processor, Venus Engine and CCD-sensor with 12.1 megapixel allowed to realize video in a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixel format, and AVCHD. Touch screen with a diagonal of 3.0 inches makes it easy to control the camera, such as touching can determine a focus point and release the shutter. What is important, after you specify the object for the focusing system, the camera will track its movement through the servo autofocus.
As we have noted, DMC-FX80 can shoot Full HD-resolution video in 1920 × 1080 format AVCHD (MPEG-4 / H.264) framerate 50i (PAL). The AVCHD format provides outstanding compatibility with AV-equipment, such as HD-TV and disc player Blu-Ray - to play the video, you just insert a memory card SDXC / SDHC / SD into the slot, or connect the camera via a cable mini HDMI. However, if you need more compatible with PCs, you can use the MP4 format and frame rate 25p (PAL).
On the camera body is a separate button that instantly start capturing video directly from fotorezhima, while you do not have to change the advanced settings. Of course, during the video shoot can use a 5 × optical zoom. To record audio during video recording technology used by Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, which provides realistic sound. Stereo microphone is equipped with noise reduction is a function that blocks the noise background wind. Camera DMC-FX80 supports charging not only through the network adapter, but also on USB. Dimensions of the camera are 96,3 x 56 x 19,4 mm, weight - 114 grams (without battery and memory card). It is expected that the release for sale in March for an estimated price of 269 euros.