Panasonic Lumix G1
HQ Grade: B+
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 5 out of 5
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This camera is ranked
- 4th of 5 in Micro Four Thirds
- 7th of 8 in Lumix
- 27th of 74 in 12 Megapixels
- 17th of 71 in Over $600
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Editors' Comments
The Panasonic G1 is a very unique camera, using the "Micro Four Thirds" technology to give users an advanced digital camera that's part SLR and part point-and-shoot. The G1 sits somewhere in-between those classifications. It has interchangeable lenses, but it's also small, lightweight, and compact. This is a new frontier in digital photography, and enthusiasts should keep a close eye on this model.
Specifications
- 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor
- Interchangeable lenses
- RAW and JPEG file format
- Auto and manual focus (with face detection)
- Optical image stabilization
- ISO 100-3200
- Electronic viewfinder
- Lithium-ion battery
- Secure Digital memory card storage
- HDMI Output
- 3-inch LCD display
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Answered Questions for the G1
- Q: Will the G1 give me better overall picture quality, even at higher ISO settings, than is common with point-and-shoots? Larger chip?
- A: I think so. First off, it uses slr lenses. That's a plus. It really is a digital SLR that acts... read more
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Roundups featuring Panasonic Lumix G1
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Panasonic Lumix G1 Micro Four Thirds Camera Review
The Panasonic G1 represents a new frontier in digital photography, bringing high-end power to smaller, lighter bodies. By Joseph Ben Keough -
What is Micro Four Thirds?
Panasonic and Olympus have announced a bold new digital camera technology called Micro Four Thirds. What is it? And what does it mean for the future of digital photography?
Product Information
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Part Number | DMCG1R |
| UPC | 037988988341 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2008 |
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HQ Grade: A-
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
