panasonic lumix dmc-zr3 14.1 mp digital camera with 8x optical image stabilized zoom and 2.7-inch lcd black
panasonic s lumix dmc-zr3 digital camera features powerful zoom within a remarkably slim and compact body . newly added is an avchd lite movie recording function to make the versatile camera even truly hybrid . the new image processing technology intelligent resolution is incorporated in the venus engine hd ii for zr3 . by detecting the signals whether they are at edges of the subject they compose detailed texture or just a soft gradation first and give appropriate enhancement to the edges and textured areas respectively . unlike the uniform enhancement of sharpness it is possible to perform the optimum signal processing to give a whole image outstandingly natural clearness with fine detail . this technology is integrated in ia intelligent auto mode -- a hallmark of lumix cameras -- working thoroughly while the camera is in the ia mode to enhance its potential in many aspects . the ia mode is also available in movie mode . it automatically selects the most suitable scene mode and helps to correct handshake focus and brightness problems -- making the ia mode your one-stop solution to capture beautiful photos and movies . the powerful 8x optical zoom lens makes it easy to pull in subjects from far away a step closer compared to the conventional stylish point-and-shoot cameras . for an added boost zoom power can be increased to 10x with the intelligent zoom function taking advantage of the intelligent resolution technology maintaining the picture quality even combining a digital zoom . the 25mm ultra wide-angle feature is ideal for both broad landscapes and tight indoor shots letting photographers capture a wider view . the 14.1-megapixel high resolution ccd reproduce the detailed images corner to corner and affordable with trimming or even more powerful extra optical zoom by using the center part of it . notably the sonic speed af in the zr3 features its speed at the industry s fastest level . combined with a high-speed start-up this gives the zr3 an ultra fast response that helps to catch even the most fleeting photo opportunities . the 2.7-inch large intelligent lcd offers dynamic and clear view out of its small body . the battery life is also as powerful as approx. 330 pictures shooting thanks to the highly energy efficient image processing lsi the venus engine hd ii . with high-quality aluminum texture which resists fingerprints and soiling the slim compact pocket-fitting size of zr3 is packed with a host of functions for both photos and movies to be an ideal partner for traveling or for everyday snapshots . lumix dmc-zr3 highlights 25mm ultra wide-angle lens the 25mm ultra wide-angle lens has about twice the shooting area as a standard 35mm lens . this enhances all kinds of shooting situations like when you re photographing a group of people at an indoor party or shooting a large structure or sweeping landscape while traveling . converted to standard 35mm camera equivalent at the maximum wide position . 10x intelligent zoom 16.9 x extra optical zoom thanks to the newly incorporated intelligent resolution technology the intelligent zoom is available with the dmc-zr3 which extends the zoom ratio by approx. 1.3 x maintaining the picture quality even combining a digital zoom . this means the 8x optical can virtually extend to 10x equivalent . furthermore the extra optical zoom function that extends zoom power to 16.9 x by using the center part of the large ccd to bring subjects even closer . at 3-megapixel resolution or less . hd movie in avchd lite in addition to motion jpeg images the dmc-zr3 can record high-definition motion images in avchd lite . it features almost double the recording time in hd quality compared with the conventional motion jpeg format . powerful 8x optical zoom the dmc-zr3 also lets you use zooming when taking motion pictures . its powerful 8x optical zoom is ideal for capturing dynamic video clips of sports action or animals in nature . high quality sound the dmc-zr3 features dolby digital creator to record high quality audio so you can match the beautiful movies with outstanding sound . power o.i.s. optical image stabilizer shake detection just about everyone has had the experience of taking a photo at night and hoping to capture all the memories and beauty only to be disappointed at the poor result . the power o.i.s. optical image stabilizer nearly doubles the hand-shake correction power of conventional mega o.i.s. you get bright photos without blurring even from handheld shooting at slow shutter speeds . panasonic s accumulated optical technologies the mega o.i.s. has been incorporated into lumix from the early stage of digital camera development . this helped show all digital camera users the absolute need for hand-shake compensation and led to its prevalence throughout the industry . and now panasonic has worked on the low-frequency vibration hand-shake component which is physically generated when pressing the shutter button or when shooting at night with a slow shutter speed . the power o.i.s. is automatically turned on in the ia mode and can be turned on or off in the normal picture mode or some scene modes .