The Lumix DMC-LX3 is an Economically Savvy Photographers Dream

Panasonic has introduced a new product to their Lumix family - the Lumix DMC-LX3. This camera gives consumers the convenience of a point-and-shoot with professional grade functions and images. Regardless of your photography level of expertise, the Lumix DMC-LX3 is a grand addition to your camera collection.
This 10.1-megapixel camera, with 2.5x optical zoom, offers many standard features, along with a few advanced functions. Optical Image Stabilization, Intelligent Auto Mode, RAW support, and HD movies are just a few of the standard features you will find on the DMC-LX3. Like many point-and-shoot models, it will fit in your pocket with measurements of 2.34 x 4.28 x 1.06-inches. It is also lightweight, as it weighs less than a pound. Regardless of its size, you will still find a hefty 3.0-inch LCD screen, which displays images at 460,000-dot resolutions.
The DMC-LX3 would not be a Panasonic without auto face detection and autofocus tracking. A nice feature of the auto face detection, on this model, is the fact that it can detect up to 15 faces - in one shot. Moreover, it will adjust focus and exposure properly for all 15 faces. Auto focus tracking tracks moving objects and continually adjusts focus accordingly. The combination of these two features produces high quality, properly focused, and exceptionally exposed pictures.
For advanced users - photographers - you can manually adjust ISO settings, aperture, and shutter-priority modes. ISO settings can be adjusted anywhere from 80 up to an extended 6,400 (High Sensitivity Auto mode). For user who are not as familiar with manual settings, there are numerous preset shooting modes. These modes cover a variety of settings and automatically adjust ISO, aperture, exposure, etc based on the atmosphere chosen.
Not only can you capture stills, with the DMC-LX3, but you can also capture video with sound. Video outputs are high-def with a resolution of 1,280 x 720. Resolution settings can be changed; the lower the setting the higher frames per second you can capture (1,280 x 720: 24fps).
Storage options are slim, but you do have options. You can store your files on the internal memory (50MB), on SD/SDHC memory cards, or even on multimedia cards. SD/SDHC memory cards are probably your best option.
Transferring files is easy with the use of the USB 2.0 port. You could also view your files directly on your television with the use of the NTSC video output or high-def component video output. All of these connectivity ports are easily accessible and for your convenience.
Panasonic has kept the same body style for all of their LX models; this makes transitions between cameras seamless for consumers - after all - why fix it if it isn't broken. The body shape makes it fit comfortably in any size hand, and button locations allow consumers to effortlessly access different functions and actions. Additional options or settings are available via the LCD screen.
The Lumix DMC-LX3 is one of the most durable point-and-shoot cameras on the market - with its metal body, port doors, and firm buttons. It is safe to travel with and take to nearly any crazy event you want to photograph. Kids can even play with the LX3 without too much concern of them breaking it.
Panasonic has outdone themselves once again with the release of the Lumix DMC-LX3. They have provided photographers - of any level - with a functionally easy to use point-and-shoot camera. For only $500 you easily fit this model into your budget.

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