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Panasonic GF1LUMIX G Micro SystemLUMIX G Micro System Digital Camera GF1 - The World’s Smallest, Lightest Interchangeable Lens Camera with Artistic Flat Design. If you’ve been searching for DSLR performance from a smaller, lighter camera, look no further. The latest addition to the Lumix G family boasts a DSLR size sensor, a class-leading fast autofocus system and the option of an outstanding 20mm F1.7 super-bright pancake lens (one of two standard lens kits available). This gives the GF1 all the handling, control and responsiveness of a DSLR but in a more compact form. Ultra-Compact Body in 3 Colours - Lumix GF1 comes in an ultra-compact, stylish flat body weighing only 285g (body only) - 26% lighter in weight and 35% smaller in physical dimension than G1. This significant reduction in the body size was achieved by not containing the pentaprism normally found on other standard interchangeable lens cameras. The high-grade aluminum body is dressed in 3 classic colours to inspire your creativity - Black (K), Silver (S) or Red (R). 
12.1 Megapixel Live MOS Sensor - The 4/3-type 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor in the GF1 offers the superior image quality of a CCD sensor, and the lower power consumption of a CMOS sensor. It can deliver up to 60 frames-per-second Full-time Live View images, while reproducing images with fine detail and rich gradation. Dust Reduction System - When GF1 is switched on, the supersonic wave filter placed in front of the Live MOS sensor is activated automatically. The filter vibrates 50,000 times per second to remove the dust from the sensor to ensure optimal shooting condition.  
Image 1: GF1 + Zeiss 50mm f/2 Planar Lens Image 2: GF1 + 20mm f/1.7 with Lee Filters with Panasonic MA1 Adaptor RF75 Filter System 
Image 3: GF1 + Voigtlander 15mm VM Lens with Voigtlander VM - Micro Four Thirds Adaptor 
Click here to view a demonstration of the Lee Filters RF-75 system on the Leica M system and GF-1
Copyright © All images above Robert White © Venus Engine HD - The sophisticated LSI (Venus Engine HD) separates chromatic noise from luminance noise and applies noise reduction to each, so users can capture beautiful images, even when shooting at high ISO sensitivity levels. It also allows long-time movie recording in AVCHD Lite format, while maintaining low power consumption. Built-in Flash & Intelligent LCD - Despite its size, the GF1 comes equipped with a built-in flash and boasts a large 3.0-inch Intelligent LCD with a wide viewing angle and full 460,000-dot resolution. The Intelligent LCD offers extremely fine, automatic backlight control in combination with high resolution for outstanding viewing in any condition. The optional Live View Finder also gives you the smooth 60 fps full-time view in sync with LCD. Fast & Precise Contrast AF - The contrast AF system on GF1 features the industry’s high-speed (approx. 0.3 sec with a Lumix G standard zoom lens H-FS014045.) Users can choose from multiple-area AF with up to 23 focus areas, 1-area AF with a selectable focus area, Face Detection, and AF Tracking. The GF1 also has a Quick AF function that begins focusing as soon as the user aims the camera to enable quick focusing. Exposure Meter - The unique graphical user interface enables the user to visualise the shutter speed & aperture status, and control the values accordingly by using the rotating dial found on the rear of the camera. The GF1 comes with 4 automatic exposure meter modes (A, S, P, M modes), assisting the user to achieve the optimal shutter speed & aperture setting efficiently. 
Please click here to check out Craig Mod's extensive field test with the Panasonic GF1.
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