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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10
KEY FEATURES
 720p HD video
lightweight interchangeable lens camera
12.1 MP
SD/SDHC/SDXC compatibility
dust reduction
7 art filters

 The Panasonic G10 has the same 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor that was included on the original G1 interchangeable lens camera. Panasonic calls the G10 "the world's lightest" system camera with a viewfinder. It is compatible with other Micro Four Thirds lenses and comes with a Lumix 14-42mm kit lens. 

Specifications

ManufacturerPanasonic
TypeDSLR
ModelLumix DMC-G10
Model Year2010
Price$599.95
  
Image SensorLive MOS sensor
Total PixelsApprox.13.1 Megapixels
Effective PixelsApprox.12.1 Megapixels
Aspect Ratio4:3
Color Filter Systemprimary color filter
Dust ReductionSupersonic Wave Filter
  
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
Compatible LensesLumix, Panasonic, Micro Four "Thirds standard lenses
  
Continuous Shooting Speed3.2 fps
Drive Modessingle, continuous (high, medium, low)
Self Timer2, 10, 10 sec with 3 shots
Remote ControlRemote control with bulb function by DMW-RSL1
  
Autofocus Systemcontrast AF
Points Areas23
Focus ModesAF (single, continuous), manual
Focus RangeEV 0-18 (F3.5 lens, ISO 100)
Autofocus Fine TunePre AF (Quick AF/Continuous AF), MF Assist (5x, 10x)
Autofocus Assist Beamyes
Exposure ControlProgram AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual
Metering Modesintelligent multiple, center-weighted, spot
  
Standard ISO Sensitivity Range100-6400
Extended ISO Sensitivity Range
Auto ISOauto, intelligent auto
  
Metering System144-zone multi-pattern sensing system
Metering Options
Exposure ModesProgram AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual
Exposure Compensation+/- 3 EV in 1/3 steps
  
White Balance SettingsAuto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, Flash, White Set 1,2
White Balance Bracketing3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis
Fine Tuneblue/amber and magenta/green bias, Kelvin color temp 2500-10000
  
Shutter TypeFocal-plane shutter
Shutter Speeds60-1/4000 sec
Bulb Shutter Settingup to 4 min
Mirror Lock Up
  
Viewfinderelectronic viewfinder
Coverage100%
MagnificationApprox. 1.04x / 0.52x (35mm camera equivalent) with 50mm lens at infinity
Eyepointapprox. 17.5mm
Built In Dioptric Adjustment-4.0 ~ +4.0 [m-1]
Focusing Screen
Mirror
Viewfinder Information
Depth Of Field Preview
Eyepiece Shutter
  
LCD Monitor
LCD Size
LCD Pixels
LCD Coverage
LCD Monitor Adjustments3-inch LCD with 460k and 15 brightness adjustments
  
Live View Functionslive view finder with 202k pixels
Shooting Modes
Focusing
Metering Range
Magnified View5x, 10x
Grid Display3 patterns
Exposure SimulationStandard, Dynamic, Nature, Smooth, Nostalgic, Vibrant
  
Built-in FlashTTL Built-in-Flash
Guide NumberGN11 equivalent (ISO 100-m)
Flash Coverage
Flash SettingsAuto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction,Slow Sync., Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Recycling Time
Flash Exposure Compensation1/3EV Step ±2EV
Flash Sync SpeedLess than 1/160 second
External Flash SystemTTL Auto with FL220/FL360/FL500
External Flash Settings
PC Terminal
  
Recording ModesJPEG, RAW, QuickTime Motion JPEG
Compression Quality Optionsfine, standard
File Size4000 x 3000 pixels
Recording Functions
Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGB
Picture Controls Image Parameters
  
Image PlaybackNormal playback 30-thumbnail display, 12-thumbnail display, Calendar display, Zoomed playback (16x Max.) Slide show, Playback Mode (Normal/Picture/Motion Picture/Category/Favorite), Face recognition Edit
Display Format
Histogramreal-time
Highlight Warning
  
Direct PrintingPictBridge compatible (Print size, Layout, Date setting is selectable)
Compatible Printers
Printable Images
Dpof
Direct Image Transfer
  
Customization ModesMy Film modes
Custom FunctionsMy Color modes
  
Usb TerminalUSB/AV
Video Out TerminalminiHDMI TypeC, USB/AV
Extension System Terminal
  
DC-AC Adapter
BatteryID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1250mAh)
Battery LifeApprox. 380 images (LCD), Approx. 410 images (LVF)
Battery Life Indicator
Power Saving
Battery Date Time
  
Dimensions124 x 83.6 x 74mm / 4.88 x 3.29 x 2.91 in
WeightApprox. 336g / 11.85 oz (Body only)
  
Working Temperature Range32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Working Humidity Range10% to 80%