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 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).
Manufacturer Product Description
The lens on the Panasonic DMC-LC33 Lumix digital cameras
has an incredible 3x optical zoom (the equivalent of a 105mm zoom on a 35mm
camera) that lets you capture the details of a distant subject up close and
personal. Plus, its F2.8 to F4.9 brightness provides extraordinary
image-rendering performance and puts you in control over a wide variety of
shooting techniques. You can capture broad, sweeping landscapes with
wide-angle shots, or portraits that fix the subject in a sharp focus while a
softer-focused background provides the perfect contrast.
Lumix digital cameras are equipped with world-renowned Leica DC lenses to
offer you the ultimate in digital photography. Lumix digital cameras have a
megapixel CCD (charged coupled device), which converts optical data into
digital information. It lets you capture crisp, clear images in high
resolution, and helps bring out a full range of expressive color and detail.
The DMC-LC33 has a 3.34 total megapixel CCD.
The LCD screen on Lumix cameras lets you view your photos in detail
before and after you take them. Our DMC-LC33 cameras feature a 1.5"
screen. The built-in flash has an automatic setting, perfect for indoor use
or in dim lighting, as well as a variety of manual settings, including
"red eye" reduction modes.
MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer
Offsets unintentional hand movement while you're taking pictures to give you
clear, sharp images even when taking handheld telephoto shots or shooting at
night. This optical technology provides precise compensation for movement
with no image quality degradation.
Mega Burst Imaging
This 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.
Shooting Mode Dial
Most of our Lumix cameras feature 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 Mode - Chooses your setting automatically.
- Normal Picture Mode (Program AE) - Automatically sets the aperture and
shutter speeds, but lets you adjust the white balance, ISO sensitivity
and other settings.
- Macro Mode - For dynamic close-ups.
- Portrait Mode - Gives the background a softer focus while keeping the
main subject in sharp focus.
- Night Portrait Mode - Captures people and night landscapes in clear
detail.
- Motion Image Mode - Records 10 frames/sec of 320 x 240-pixel moving
images (QuickTime Motion JPEG) with audio.
- Landscape Mode - Uses quick focus and crisp detail for beautiful
scenery shots.
- Playback Mode - Lets you view the images on an SD card. You can create
slide shows, zoom in on the images, and view them in a 9-window display.
Built-in SD Card Slot
SD Memory Cards combine high storage capacity, rapid data transfer, and
flexibility - all in a card about the size of a postage stamp. Our Lumix
cameras feature a built-in SD card slot, which lets you record digital
images onto an SD memory card (included) or a MultiMediaCard (optional), and
then transfer them to a PC3, SD printer, or SD media storage device. Click
here to see the wide variety of Panasonic products that use SD memory cards.
USB Port
Faster than a standard serial interface, the USB Interface in our Lumix
cameras makes transferring images from your camera to your PC4 quick and
easy.
Motion Image Recording with Audio
Using the QuickTime Motion JPEG format, our Lumix digital cameras can record
moving images with audio at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. The maximum
time for each recorded segment varies depending on the camera model and SD
card capacity. The speaker allows you to listen to the audio recorded on
your motion and still image recording segments as you play them back on the
LCD screen. The microphone allows you to record audio when using the motion
and still image recording features.
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