Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Quick, comfortable shooting and a slender form. Beautiful pictures and outstanding mobility. The compact LC33 makes it easy to enjoy the many features that distinguish the LUMIX series, such as the exquisite rendering of the Leica lens and the superior shooting performance made possible by Panasonic's digital imaging technologies. With the LUMIX LC33, Panasonic has established a new standard in basic digital camera performance.
Amazon.com Product Description
Incorporating a Leica 3x optical zoom lens and a 3.2-megapixel resolution, the Panasonic DMC-LC33 offers professional optics in a classically styled camera at an affordable price. The DMC-LC33 also features several automated scene modes, video capture with sound, and ArcSoft image editing software.

Optics and Resolution
The DMC-LC33 captures images up to 2048 x 1526 pixels for 8 x 10 inch photo-quality prints and medium-quality 11 x 14 enlargements. Other resolution modes include 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, and 640 x 480. The 3x optical zoom is joined by a 3x digital zoom for a 9x total zoom.

All Panasonic Lumix digital cameras are equipped with a lens made by Leica, a world-renowned and well-respected manufacturer of precision optical technologies. The top compact lens in the world-renowned Leica family, the DC Vario-Elmarit lens combines comfortably small size with superb image rendering. Its features include:

Seven elements in six groups
3x zoom lens system is equivalent to a 35mm to 105mm lens
Three aspherical lenses
F2.8-F4.9 brightness
Focal distance of 5.8mm to 17.4mm
Multi-coating technology minimizes ghosting caused by excessive light
Fast shutter speeds

Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the DMC-LC33 can also record 320 x 240 movie clips at 10 frames per second with audio. Your video length is limited only by the size of your memory card.

More Features
The Mega Burst Imaging feature allows you to take consecutive pictures at an incredible quick rate, making it perfect for capturing fast-moving objects in high resolution. You can then view your shots on the camera's LCD screen to choose the shot you want and delete the rest.

The Lumix DMC-LC33 features a Mode Dial that gives you a variety of settings to choose from to help give you the best shot possible based on your shooting environment. Modes include simple, normal picture, macro, portrait, night portrait, motion image, landscape, and playback (which lets you view images in a slideshow format on an SD memory card).

The Venus Engine LSI generates the luminance signal of the primary color CCD using all three colors (red, green, blue) for improved diagonal image resolution, compared to conventional CCDs that use only one color (green) to do so, resulting in rich, expressive images. This LSI also handles image processing, LCD functions, and writing to the memory card concurrently, for an overall quick camera response.

Other features include:

1.5-inch LCD screen and optical viewfinder
Built-in flash with auto, red-eye reduction, slow synchro, and forced on/off modes
ISO sensitivity: Auto, 50, 100, 200, and 400
White balance modes: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Halogen, and White Set

Storage and Transfer
Images can be stored on the included 16 MB Secure Digital memory card; the DMC-LC33 is also compatible with MultiMedia (MMC) cards. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via ultrafast USB 2.0, which means it can be connected to any USB-compatible Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software. When used with USB 1.1 connection, transfer will slow to USB 1.1 rate.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines include, rechargeable NiMH batteries recommended). It measures 3.8 by 2.6 by 1.3 inches and weighs 7.6 ounces (excluding batteries).

What's In The Box
This package includes the Lumix DMC-LC33 digital camera, 16 MB Secure Digital card, 2 AA batteries, USB and A/V cables, and strap. The photo editing software included with all Panasonic Lumix cameras lets you turn your home computer into a virtual photo studio. The DMC-LC33 includes the following software:

ArcSoft PhotoBase: Transfer images from an SD Memory Card to a PC and display them in a list
ArcSoft PhotoImpression: Adjust colors and process images to create calendars, cards, etc.
ArcSoft Panorama Maker: Merge separate photos to create a single image
ArcSoft PhotoPrinter Pro: Select numerous photos to print together as one group
SD Viewer for DSC: Makes it easy to check image data on an SD Memory Card. Use it to create slide shows and save them on an SD Memory Card (for Windows only).

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Average customer rating:

excellent
Clear, beautiful pictures with ease of use
An excellent compact digital camera!
An excellent 3MP Camera
An absolutely amazing camera

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Targus DPBP03 ProBlack Video Camera Case Max
Targus DPBP01 ProBlack Video Camera Case Mini
Targus DCRC01 Classic II Camera Case - Black
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Product Features:

3.2 Effective Megapixels
Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens
3x variable digital zoom
Motion Image Recording with Audio
1.5" Diagonal Polycrystalline TFT Color LCD

ASIN: B000095SG3
Release Date: 2003-06-01

Amazon.com Product Description

Incorporating a Leica 3x optical zoom lens and a 3.2-megapixel resolution, the Panasonic DMC-LC33 offers professional optics in a classically styled camera at an affordable price. The DMC-LC33 also features several automated scene modes, video capture with sound, and ArcSoft image editing software.

Seven elements in six groups
3x zoom lens system is equivalent to a 35mm to 105mm lens
Three aspherical lenses
F2.8-F4.9 brightness
Focal distance of 5.8mm to 17.4mm
Multi-coating technology minimizes ghosting caused by excessive light
Fast shutter speeds

Other features include:

1.5-inch LCD screen and optical viewfinder
Built-in flash with auto, red-eye reduction, slow synchro, and forced on/off modes
ISO sensitivity: Auto, 50, 100, 200, and 400
White balance modes: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Halogen, and White Set

ArcSoft PhotoBase: Transfer images from an SD Memory Card to a PC and display them in a list
ArcSoft PhotoImpression: Adjust colors and process images to create calendars, cards, etc.
ArcSoft Panorama Maker: Merge separate photos to create a single image
ArcSoft PhotoPrinter Pro: Select numerous photos to print together as one group
SD Viewer for DSC: Makes it easy to check image data on an SD Memory Card. Use it to create slide shows and save them on an SD Memory Card (for Windows only).

Product Description

Quick, comfortable shooting and a slender form. Beautiful pictures and outstanding mobility. The compact LC33 makes it easy to enjoy the many features that distinguish the LUMIX series, such as the exquisite rendering of the Leica lens and the superior shooting performance made possible by Panasonic's digital imaging technologies. With the LUMIX LC33, Panasonic has established a new standard in basic digital camera performance.

Customer Reviews:

excellent.......2005-11-07

I bought one of these cameras about a year ago after trying out several others. Just recently the camera stopped working, after several weeks of trying new batteries and any thing else i could think of I gave up on fixing it. I recently purchased another camera which i'm considering returning. Up until the camera stoped working it was amazing, especially for the price payed for it, and i'm considering buy it again; this time with a longer warranty.

Clear, beautiful pictures with ease of use.......2005-07-18

This was my first digital camera and I have to say I was heartbroken when the lens broke after 4 great years with it. This is not to say that the camera is not made well, though, becuase it really is. The images always came out crystal clear and within no time at all I became easily familiar with the settings and controls which was important to me due to being a beginner but still wanting a camera that would let me develop my photographic abilities past just pointing and shooting. My only complaint was that it ate up double A batteries very quicky and I would have liked a slightly better battery life on it but it's more than worth it for the ease of use and beautiful pictures this camera produces. My advice as far as the batteries go is to use the camera with Energizer L91BP-4 Lithium AA batteries...the difference it makes in the battery life is beyond comparison to standard double AA batteries. They are more pricey, but in the long run they last longer and you won't have to buy as many as the others to keep your camera always up and running so it's more than worth it. If you are a beginning photographer who wants to learn more as far as experimenting with different photographic conditions and settings go in a simplistic and not confusing way I highly reccomend this camera...it leaves lots of room to grow and pretty soon you will be taking it everywhere!

An excellent compact digital camera!.......2005-05-16

I bought this little gem about 18 months ago from a major camera retailer back in NYC for the sole purpose of photographing jewelry for my wife's business. The most influencing features were the Leica-made lens and Panasonic's overall reputation. I'm glad I went with my "gut" on this purchase as the camera has proven itself to be a true gem -- razor sharp pictures, more than adequate zooming capability, very good color saturation and contrast, pro-type manual override settings to compensate for various scenarios, reasonably adequate -- but not superb -- flash range, ease of use, good battery life per charge on NiMH's, well-built, small manageable size, light carrying weight, plentiful SD storage card-availability in all price ranges and capacities, reasonably fast cabled download (transfer) from camera to PC and a price well under $300. I don't believe that you can buy a better 3.2 MP camera for the money -- maybe one as good -- but definitely not better. I'm inclined to say that there are probably numerous 4.0 MP and 5.0 MP brands and models that don't stack up as well to this particular camera.

An excellent 3MP Camera.......2004-12-13

I have this camera since last 1yr and have no problems. The pictures are sharp and produce excellent quality for printing small images. Overall a good beginner camera.

An absolutely amazing camera.......2004-05-15

This camerae is fabulous. The photos are clear and crisp. The settings enable you to tweak almost anything you want. There are special photo modes. Including a 'heart' mode which is basically point and shoot friendly. The quality is outstanding and the price is comparably less than the cannon A60, but without sacrificing quality standards. Plus this camera takes 2 AA NiMH at a time and not four like other cameras, a huge plus. This way you can carry extra batteries much easier. A battery charger is a must so plan to buy one. With usb 2.0 you'll have your pics on the computer in a flash. Don't be discouraged by all the special settings. Just make sure you have the photo on enlarge quality and not internet, so that it looks good. All resolutions come out nicely. The movie mode is in quicktime format and the movies come out surprisingly clear and the audio is great esp for such a small mic, it picks up everything. I can't say anything bad about this camera but...

The only cons are, make sure you hold the camera on your subject(s) for at least 2 seconds or the pic will come out blurred. Bad lighting makes for some digital noise (grainy). And make sure you purchase at least a 128mb SD card. This camera has been discontinued due to it's lighter remake, LC50. Go buy one and take awesome photos :-)

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