Geek's Corner: Panasonic DMC-LX3K - Next "Best" Real Estate Photography Camera?

OK . . .It's expensive . . .but WOW! is it packed with features and an ultra-wide 24mm lens!

Designed for easy, creative shooting, and high-performance in low-light conditions, the Panasonic DMC-LX3 features a F2.0 24mm Leica DC Vario-Summicron lens, 10.1 megapixels and an ultra-sensitive 1/1.63-inch CCD developed specifically for this model.

By combining a high-quality lens and sensor ready for a variety of shooting conditions with a wide-range of accessories and manual controls, the DMC-LX3 is ideal for professional photographers and serious amateurs looking for a compact digital camera that furthers their creative photography.

F2.0 24mm ultra wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Summicron lens. The F2.0 is about twice as bright as a F2.8 lens and can shoot at higher shutter speeds to capture clear, blur-free images in dimly lit environments. In addition, the 24mm lens captures approximately a 213-percent larger viewing angle than a normal 35mm camera and 136% larger compared to a 28mm wide-angle lens.

Technical Details:

10.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints

2.5x wide-angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized zoom lens

3.0-inch high-resolution LCD screen; HD video capture

Classic SLR-like manual operations include selectable AF spot/multi AF area, customization button, aperture, shutter, program and full manual modes

Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

This item is due to be released in September. 

Price from Amazon.com is $499.95. Click here.

Additional Information:

• Digital Photography Review
• Panasonic Site