Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 5 MP Digital Camera with 3x Image Stabilized Zoom

Product Description

Enjoy picture picture-perfection and a stylish design in this compact, powerful Lumix digital camera. Panasonic digital cameras help solve the problem of blurry images caused by unsteady hands, with advanced MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) technology. A built-in gyrosensor detects any hand movement and relays a signal to a tiny microcomputer inside the camera, which instantly calculates the compensation needed. In a dark setting or when the subject is moving, shooting at a faster shutter speed is required for truly great results. That's why this digital camera offers a High Sensitivity Mode. When combined with OIS, this remarkable shooting mode allows you to shoot at up to ISO1600. And that means stop-action clarity in nearly any situation. Lumix DC Vario Lens - 7 elements in 6 groups (3 Aspherical lenses / 3 Aspherical surfaces ) LCD Monitor - 2.0 inch Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT LCD display (85k pixels) Recording Media - 14MB Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, MMC Multimedia Card Included Accessories - Two AA Oxyride batteries, A/V & USB cables, strap Dimensions (WxHxD) - 4.35 x 2.11 x 1.22 inches

Amazon.com Product Description

When Panasonic digital technologies converged with Leica optical technologies, the result was the amazing Lumix line of digital cameras from Panasonic. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 5 MP Digital Camera with 3x Image Stabilized Zoom combines the best of optical and digital technologies in a single, high-performance camera.

For starters, the high-quality lens is made of seven elements in six groups, offering unmatched digital performance. The camera's high-performance 3x optical zoom can be extended up to 12x when combined with the camera's 4x digital zoom. Featuring Panasonic's MEGA O.I.S, or optical image stabilizer technology, the Lumix DMC-LS2 significantly reduces the jitters from shaky hands that is the source of the vast majority of blurred images. The camera's LSI Venus Engine Plus image processor reduces power consumption by up to 70 percent from previous models. This means that you can take up to 250 pictures with two AA batteries (included). (Optional alkaline batteries let you take about 155 photos, and Ni-MH batteries let you take about 400 photos.)

A high-angle mode makes the display extremely easy to view from a bottom angle--for example, when taking photos while raising a hand upward to shoot over the crowd. The large LCD allows the display of images even in tiny thumbnail size. Playback of 9, 16, and 25 images is possible on a multi-split screen in addition to the normal one frame playback. This helps you to search for the image you want out of a number of images stored on an SD Memory Card, even if the images are in bulk. With the DMC-LS2, you can snap off consecutive shots at three frames per second with full resolution. In addition, the Unlimited Consecutive Shooting function lets you continue shooting until the memory card or the built-in memory is full.

The Lumix DMC-LS2 also lets you take moving images at either 30 or 10 frames per second, and a white balance feature allows you to choose from five, preset, white balance settings: auto, daylight, cloudy, halogen, and white set. The PictBridge standard lets you print directly on a compatible digital printer. Print size, layout, date, and other settings can be made directly with the camera.

What's in the Box
Lumix DMC-LS2 digital camera, two Oxyride AA batteries, video cable, USB cable, strap, and software CD-ROM.

Customer Reviews:

Fuzzy and dark pictures.......2007-09-29

I have tried all the settings but my pictures are fuzzy and dark. I know how to use a camera, but my Kodak EasyShare that I had before (eventually broke after 2 1/2 years, which is normal for a digital camera) took crystal clear pictures with the correct light.

Took this on my trip to Greece and wish I had just bought another EasyShare.

Great little camera for the price - wish I'd found it sooner!.......2007-06-11

This is my third digital camera. My first one (an Olympus D-340R) still works even if it's a "dinosaur" when compared to today's digital cameras. But I can no longer connect it to my computer (cable causes computer to reboot) and because it is so old I wanted to replace it ... or at least augment it with something newer. I also had an old Sony handicam. It also still works but... again.. it's old.. wanted something with newer technology. Last year I thought I had replaced both by buying a Samsung SC-D365, but I discovered that it doesn't have a flash and even in the brightest indoor light the still pictures were too dark. I wanted something on a par with my old Olympus, but didn't want to spend a lot of money since I'd already sunk quite a bit into the Samsung (which, btw takes okay outdoor pics/films). I started looking for something around $100.00 and finally stumbled on the Panasonic DMC-LS2. I read all the other owner reviews and was happy to see the majority gave it high marks. It sounded like just what I was looking for. What also helped at the time I bought it the price was just slightly over my $100 "looking range" ($130) and to sweeten the deal at that time, Amazon was also giving away 2 free memory cards to go with it. So, I've had it about a week and have been trying it out (and reading the manual). I was pleased to see that it was everything everyone's been saying and then some. I took a few pictures using just the camera's internal memory and was amazed at how clear and sharp they were. Took some really close up shots of one of my cats and could actually see each individual hair. Amazing that this little mid-range camera can take such clear shots. Of course, as I familiarize myself with it over time I will learn more about it's strengths (and weaknesses, if any), but so far it's exactly what I was looking for and I'm quite happy I found it.

Low price, great prestations........2007-05-30

I bought this camera as a birthday present. I was looking for a simple to use camera, so I pointed towards Kodak but found nothing to suit my taste. So I decided to try on Panasonic, and now I'm glad I did.

First of all, the camera is easy to use. Mostly point and shoot. However, if you have special needs, the special settings are very helpful. It has a long time exposure setting that allowed me to a picture a lightning scenery with high detail . However, a tripod is a must if you want to enjoy this feature.

Batteries? I used the Oxyride batteries that came included. Used them to set the camera up, fool around a little and take about 150 pictures and maybe 20 minutes of video without flash. At least, it is not a battery eater when used with the oxyride batts.

More goodies: of course. The camera is quick to start up, pictures easy to review and manipulate and the stabilization system really does work. Also, you can take this camera out of the bag and start using it without even looking at the instructions manual. However, I recommend reading it to fully understand some functions.

The down side? Well, I have to say this: the videos are only recorded in QVGA (320 x 240) and they will have no sound.

great little camera.......2007-04-12

I bought this camera for my 16 year old granddaughter and she just loves it. The pics are bright and clear and the camera is very easy to handle.

Digital camera.......2007-03-14

As soon as I got the camera I could tell it was a good one by the instruction manual. I'm still reading and learning how to us it. My husband and I enjoy trying out the different features and we'er pleased with the pictures we've taken. We highly recommend this camera to both a novis and the more experience photographer.

Average customer rating:

Impressive!

Phoenix M-Power large 0.45x magnetic wide angle lens

Manufacturer: PHOENIX
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Wide angle 0.45x magnetic multicoated conversion all glass optics lens with front and rear caps

Size large. Fits cameras with 17-30mm (11/16" - 1 3/16") diameter of the front lens

Perfect accessories for compact digital cameras, mobile phones, smart phones and PDA'a with built-i

Two mounting rings to share lens between cameras. Comes with lens pouch.

Made in Japan

ASIN: B000Q8Q000

Product Description

A perfect add-on to the limited lens capabilities of pocket digital cameras, cell phones and PDA's. Wide angle or telephoto lens is one of the most desired accessories, when purchasing a new pocket camera. It is engineered to mount and dismount effortlessly in seconds with magnetic ring. It can be used with many unthreaded camera lenses thanks to a unique metallic ring that sticks around the camera lens. This magnetic ring can remain permanently on the camera, or can be easily removed if necessary. Doesn't need any lens tubes, mountes directly on front of the lens using adhesive metallic ring. A perfect add-on to the limited lens capabilities of pocket digital cameras, cell phones and PDA's. Wide angle or telephoto lens is one of the most desired accessories, when purchasing a new pocket camera. It is engineered to mount and dismount effortlessly in seconds with magnetic ring. It can be used with many unthreaded camera lenses thanks to a unique metallic ring that sticks around the camera lens. This magnetic ring can remain permanently on the camera, or can be easily removed if necessary. Doesn't need any lens tubes, mountes directly on front of the lens using adhesive metallic ring. Manufactured in JAPAN all glass optics with a multi-coating front and rear for maximum protection with color and glair correction. Features Wide angle 0.45x magnetic lens multicoated conversion all glass optics lens with front and rear caps. Size large. Fits cameras with 17-27mm (11/16rdquo - 1 1/16rdquo) diameter of the front lens Perfect accessories for compact digital cameras, mobile phones, smart phones and PDA'a with built-in cameras. Multiply mounting rings to share lens between cameras.Security cord to attach lens to the camera. Made in Japan Compatibility Large lens fits cameras with 17-27mm (11/16rdquo and 1 1/16rdquo) diameter of the digital camera front lens Sizing guidance: This list is not complete. If your ca

Customer Reviews:

Impressive!.......2007-12-20

I bought this lens on the recommendation of someone else (thanks Joz) to use on my new Sanyo Xacti HD700 (still and HD video pocket cam). I'd already rigged a more expensive, much larger and heavier 0.5x lens to be used with it using tape and elastic but dropped and broke the thing in the process. Prior to breaking it I liked the lens.

To my surprise the Phoenix 0.45x stuck to my camera without using the ring. I immediately took the camera out with the lens to do some testing. I shot with and without the lens to compare the results. Wow, it changed my 38mm semi-wide end to a 17mm wide end and it's quite sharp. It performed much better than the other lens and is 1/5th the size. Drops in my shirt pocket, its new home.

I've shot stills and HD video with this lens and am quite pleased and impressed. Search vimeo dot com for "Testing Phoenix 0.45x magnetic lens - Sanyo Xacti HD700" to see the samples. Quite a few people have bought this lens after seeing the results.

There's two sizes so measure before ordering:

Large - Fits cameras with 17-30mm (11/16" - 13/16") diameter of the front lens.

Small - Fits cameras with 10-16mm (3/8" - 10/16") diameter of the front lens.

Well worth the investment. I may get a spare in case I break or lose this one, definitely don't want to be without one. I'm also going to look at the Phoenix 1.5x magnetic version after using this one, hope it's as nice.

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