Panasonic DMC-LX2 - Manual (Page 4)

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between MF, AF or Macro AF. When you focus in the Manual Focus mode, not only
the focus distance but also the DOF (depth of field) according to the zoom range and
aperture is displayed. An MF assist function enlarges the center of the image to
make focusing easier. The focusing area can be enlarged up to 4x and is movable,
which also contributes to easy and comfortable manual focusing._
5. Crystal-clear, large 16:9 wide 2.8-inch LCD
To express the best of the extensive 16:9 wide image recording, a 2.8” wide
and large 207 k high resolution LCD is newly equipped. The pixel mixed readout
method performed at the CCD achieves high sensitivity to offer sufficient brightness
for easy shooting even in low-lit situations. The Power LCD function boosts the
brightness level by 40% to secure clear view even in sunny outdoors.
The High Angle mode makes the display extremely easy to view from low
angles, for example, when holding the camera up high to take pictures over a crowd
and can be accessed easily and quickly by using the dedicated button.
6. High definition 16:9 wide motion image recording
The DMC-LX2 is capable of recording the 4:3 VGA(640 x 480) and 16:9 wide
VGA(848 x 480) motion image recording at 30 fps. Shooting is one thing but viewing
is another, and you will be suitably impressed by the 16:9 moving image when it is
displayed on a wide screen TV. In addition, the LX2 can record motion images even
in high definition (1280 x 720) format at 15 fps. The pixel mixed readout method
assists the bright motion image recording even in low lit situation.
7. Faster AF
The AF mode can be selected according to the shooting situation: 9-point, 3-
point high speed, 1-point high speed, 1-point normal speed and Spot. In the 1-point
and 1-point high speed AF mode, the AF area is selectable from the nine focusing
areas with the joystick to best fit the composition of the subjects. Also, the AF assist
lamp helps quick, accurate focusing in situations where focusing is difficult due to the
lack of light. The AF/AE lock button is also succeeded from the predecessor.
8. A Variety of Scene Modes and Other Features to Enrich Your Photography
An even larger variety of scene modes are contained — a total of seventeen*
scene modes to assist you in a wide range of photographic situations. The newly
incorporated “Beach” mode is perfect for shooting in strong sunlight and the “Aerial”
mode assists with shooting through the windows of an aeroplane. “High Sensitivity**”
mode is made possible by the pixel-mixed readout method by the CCD, is ideal for
shooting moving subjects clearly without blurring at a maximum sensitivity setting of
ISO 3200.
For additional improvement, the Print mode is also added to the mode dial of
the LX2 so that you can make prints by just connecting the camera to Pictbridge -