Panasonic announced pricing for its new line of Lumix digital cameras, which include the Lumix FH-, FP- and F- Series — all which will be available in mid-February 2010.
The Lumix FH-Series including the FH1, FH3 and FH20 are all slim, pocket-size models that pack a powerful 28mm wide-angle lens. All of these models also record High Definition video and feature Panasonic’s hallmark, iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, a suite of technologies that engage automatically — with no setting changes needed by the user. The Lumix FH1 will be available for a suggested retail price of $159.95, the Lumix FH3 for $179.95 and the Lumix FH20 for $199.95.
The FP-Series, featuring the Lumix FP1 and the Lumix FP3, have a 4x optical zoom with a folded optics design, making the camera design stylish and sleek. The series highlights a newly adopted lens cover which protects the lens and also serves as the camera’s power switch. The FP3 features an intuitive 3.0″ touch-screen LCD for easy-to-use operation. New to the FP-Series is High Definition (HD) video recording capability allowing for both beautiful still and motion images. The FP1 will be available for $149.95 and the FP3 for $229.95.
In the Lumix F-Series, the Lumix F3 and Lumix F2 have been designed with simplicity, style and performance in mind. Both models record High Definition video and are equipped with 28mm wide angle lenses and an Extra Optical Zoom function to extend zoom power from 4x to 7.8x. Both models also feature Intelligent ISO Control, which prevents the blurring of a moving subject; Face Detection, which helps to clearly capture registered faces; and Intelligent Scene Selector, which automatically selects one of six scene modes that best fits the shooting situation. The Lumix F3 will be available for $129.95 and the Lumix F2 for $109.95.
This article was last modified on January 7, 2023
This article was first published on January 26, 2010
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