The New Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 Digital Camera
Compact Digital Camera SZ7 - Slim Design with 10x Optical Zoom LEICA DC Lens Featuring Full HD Video Recording
- 25mm Ultra Wide-angle LEICA DC Lens with 10x Powerful Optical Zoom
- Full HD Video Recording in AVCHD / MP4 Format and Stereo Microphone
- Newly Developed 14.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS Sensor
- 10 fps Burst Shooting in 14.1-megapixel Resolution
- 0.1 sec Light Speed AF
- HDR, Miniature Effect, Panorama Shot and Creative Retouch
The DMC-SZ7 features powerful 10x optical zoom LEICA DC lens from 25mm ultra wide-angle that fits in the slim, compact body (35mm camera equivalent: 25-250mm). The new lens system makes the unit's overall length short to fit in the slim body despite its versatile zoom range from ultra wide to telephoto. The 10x optical zoom increases its power to 20x equivalent with the Intelligent Zoom function. This is an extensive zoom function using digital zoom with minimum deterioration of image quality thanks to the Intelligent Resolution technology.
The DMC-SZ7 is capable of recording full HD 1920 x 1080 videos in AVCHD / MP4 format. The AVCHD format excels in the compatibility with AV equipment like HDTVs or Blu-ray DiscTM players. The MP4 format has high compatibility with computers. A separate button lets you instantly start recording video without the need of extra settings. The 10x optical zoom and iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode are available in video recording. Videos also come with the high-quality sound system of Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator.
The 14.1-megapixel MOS sensor boasts high-speed signal output and high-sensitivity image recording for making many advanced features possible. The excellent S/N ratio of MOS sensor and the Intelligent Noise Reduction system in the Venus Engine makes both photo and video shot at any sensitivity from low to high boast outstanding clearness. The 14.1-megapixel MOS sensor also allows shooting images up to ISO3200 in full resolution.
The high-speed digital signal output technology lets the DMC-SZ7 shoot 10 fps in 14-megapixel full resolution with mechanical shutter and 5 fps with continuous AF. It also enables the camera to record full HD smooth video. The frame rate, AF setting and the recording resolution can be easily selected according to the movement of the subject. The DMC-SZ7 boasts approx.0.1 sec Light Speed AF that helps to catch even the most fleeting photo opportunities together with a quick start-up.
With the HDR (High Dynamic Range) in the iA Mode, several images taken with different exposures are combined into a single properly exposed picture with rich gradation. The Miniature Effect Mode defocuses the surroundings to make it look like a diorama, and the video is played back in 10x fast-forwarding making it more comical to watch. The Panorama Shot Mode makes it possible to shoot horizontal / vertical panoramic images. The Creative Retouch comprehends 6 filters: Toy Effect, Soft Focus, Dynamic Monochrome, Expressive, High Key and Retro.
Metrics
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
99.0 x 59.4 x 21.0 mm / (3.9 x 2.4 x 0.9 inch) |
| Weight |
Approx. 116g without Battery and SD Memory Card (0.26 lb) / Approx. 133g with Battery and SD Memory Card (0.30 lb) |
Optics
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| Camera Effective Pixels |
14.1 Megapixels |
| Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter |
1/2.33-type High Sensitivity Mos Sensor / 15.3 Total Megapixels / Primary Color Filter |
| Aperture |
F3.1 - F5.9 / 2-Step (F3.1 / 9.0 (W), F5.9 / 16.0 (T)) |
| Optical Zoom |
10.0x |
| Focal Length |
f=4.5-45.0mm (25-250mm in 35mm equiv.) / (27-270mm in 35mm equiv. in video recording) |
| Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) |
11.8x (4:3 / 10M), 16.9x (4:3 / 5M), 21.1x(4:3 / under 3M) |
| Intelligent Zoom |
20.0x |
| Lens |
LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR / 9 elements in 7 groups / (4 Aspherical Lenses / 6 Aspherical surfaces) |
| Optical Image Stabilizer |
MEGA O.I.S. (Off / On) |
| Digital Zoom |
4x |
| Focusing Area |
Normal: Wide 50 cm - infinity / Tele 150 cm - infinity / Macro / Intelligent AUTO/ motion picture: Wide 5 cm - infinity / Tele 150cm - infinity |
| AF Assist Lamp |
Yes |
| Focus |
Normal, AF Macro, Zoom Macro / Quick AFON/OFF(On in Intelligent Auto), Continuous AF(only for motion picture) / AF Tracking |
| AF Metering |
Face / AF Tracking / Multi (23pt) / 1pt / Spot |
| Shutter Speed |
approx. 8 - 1/1600 sec |
Recording
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| File Format |
Still Image: JPEG(DCF/Exif2.3) / 3D Image: MPO / Motion picture: AVCHD, MP4 |
| Mode Dial / Mode Button |
Intelligent Auto, Normal Picture, SCN, Miniature, 3D Photo Mode |
| Still Image Scene Mode |
Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Panorama, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Hand Held Night Shot, Food, / Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Glass Through, Photo Frame |
| Continuous Shooting Mode |
Full- Resolution Image: 10 frames/sec Max. 4 images (Standard / Fine Mode), / with AF Tracking: 5 frames/sec, 2 frames/sec / Intelligent Burst Shooting |
| Motion Picture Recording (*2) |
[HD Video] 1920 x 1080 pixels, 50i (FSH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor output is 25p) / 1280 x 720 pixels, 50p (SH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor output is 25P) / 1920 x 1080 pixels, 25 fps (FHD: 20Mbps / MP4) (Sensor output is 25p) / 1280 x 720 pixels, 25 fps (HD: 10Mbps / MP4) (Sensor output is 25P) / [STD Video] VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 25 fps (4Mbps / MP4) |
| AVCHD (Continuous recordable time [motion pictures]) |
approx. 60 min (FSH), 65 min (SH) |
| MP4 (Continuous recordable time [motion pictures]) |
approx. 60 min (FHD) |
| AVCHD (Actual recordable time [motion pictures]) |
approx. 30 min (FSH), 30 min (SH) |
| MP4 (Actual recordable time [motion pictures]) |
approx. 30 min (FHD) |
| Exposure |
Auto(Program AE) |
| Exposure Compensation |
1/3 EV step, +/-2 EV |
| Auto (AE) Bracketing |
1/3 -1EV step, Max +/-1, 3 frames |
| Light Metering |
Intelligent Multiple |
| ISO Sensitivity |
Auto / i.ISO / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / High Sensitivity mode (ISO 1600-6400) |
| Still Picture Recording |
[1:1] 3232x3232(10.5M) / [4:3] 4320x3240(14M) / 3648x2736(10M EZ) / 2560x1920(5M EZ) / 2048x1536(3M EZ) / 640x480(0.3M EZ) / [3:2] 4320x2880 (12.5M) / [16:9] 4320x2432 (10.5M) |
| Image Quality |
Fine / Standard (3D mode: MPO Fine / MPO Standard ) |
| White Balance |
Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / White Set |
| Color Mode / Color Effect / My color |
Color Mode : Standard, Black&White, Sepia, Vivid(in normal / video), Happy (only in iA Mode) |
| Digital Red Eye Correction (Red-Eye Removal) |
Yes |
| Optical Zoom in Motion Picture |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
2sec / 10sec |
Playback
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| Playback Mode |
Normal Playback, Slideshow, Filtering Playback (Picture Only, Video Only, 3D, Category, Favorites), / Calendar Playback |
| Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback |
12,30-thumbnails / Yes |
| Calendar Display / Dual-Image Playback |
Yes / No |
| Set Favorites / Rotate Image |
Yes / No |
| DPOF Print Setting / Set Protection |
Yes / Yes |
| Resize / Cropping / Aspect Conv. / Leveling |
Yes / Yes / No / No |
| Copy / Title Edit / Text Stamp |
Yes / Yes / Yes |
| Cut Animation |
Yes |
| Video Divide |
Yes |
| PictBridge Support |
Single / Multi / All / Favorites / DPOF |
Setup
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| OSD language |
Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish |
Others
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| LCD Monitor |
7.5cm(3.0") TFT Screen LCD Display (460K dots) |
| Built-in-Flash |
Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, / 0.6 - 5.6m (Wide/i ISO), 1.5 - 2.9m (Tele/i ISO) |
| Recording Media |
Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
| Built-in-Memory |
Approx.70MB |
| Microphone / Speaker |
Stereo / Mono |
| Interface |
miniHDMI, AV Output (NTSC/PAL), USB2.0 High speed |
| Power |
Li-ion Battery Pack (3.6V, Minimum: 680mAh) (Included) / AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC)(Included, connect with USB cable) |
| Battery life (approx.) |
250 pictures (CIPA Standard)*1 |
| Included Software |
PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.0 Advanced Edition / Adobe Reader |
| Standard Accessories |
Battery Pack, AC Adapter, USB Cable, Hand Strap, CD-ROM |
Further Specifications
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| NOTE |
*1 / Recording conditions by CIPA standard / - CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. / - Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. / - Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). / - Using the supplied battery. / - Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [ON].) / - Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording. / - Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording. / - Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery decreases. / - The number of recordable pictures decreases in Auto Power LCD Mode and Power LCD Mode. / *2 / - These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%RH. / - The time available for recording varies depending on the environment, the interval between recordings, and the manner of use. / - Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON] / [OFF], starting/stopping recording, zoom operation etc. / *3 / - Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds in European PAL areas. Also, motion picture recorded continuously in [MP4] is up to 4 GB |
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