Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 shoots in 2D and 3D at the same time!
Like 3D televisions, 3D cameras are gradually finding their way into stores. The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1, due to arrive in stores next month, uses dual lenses capable of shooting high definition 2D and 3D video and photos, and even focus on two subjects simultaneously. It all sounds very clever! Read on to find out more.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 uses two 25-100mm optical zoom lenses able to operate independently of each other for multitasking-like shooting. Canon C300 cinema camera takes on Hollywood! “Users can record an entire party scene with one lens while zooming in on and capturing the photo of a specific person with another lens,” says Panasonic.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 can record in 3D or 2D. A handy switch around the back lets users switch between the two. Video is captured in high definition (1080i), with photos snapped at 12.1 megapixels.
Action photo fans will find that the The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 can shoot consecutive shots at eight frames per second. Meanwhile, an Intelligent Handheld Nightshot feature promises to enhance nighttime shooting. Panasonic Lumix GX1 Micro Four Thirds camera spotted
The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 will be in stores in December 2011 for a price of around $499.99. Expect a similar price in the Queens pounds when the The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 launches in the UK.
Are 3D cameras worth the price? Tell us in the comments section below.
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Phil Palmer07 November 2011
Panasonic still haven't got the message about proper lense separation. For proper 3D you need a lense separation of 60 - 70 mm. Panasonic seem think 15 - 30mm is acceptable - This is OK for indoors but is completely useless for outdoor stuff. Based on what I've seen I'd say stick with the Fuji W3 or hang on and see if someone will release a proper 3D camera at CES in January.
Report as inappropriateTomtom07 November 2011
The lens separation of 36mm is perfectly adequate to give superb 3D images on a 3D TV. For still shots, the Fujifilm W3 with slightly wider than human eye separation is excellent but its video is often too deep for comfortable viewing. Video is mostly about taking relatviely close-action shots for which a narrower stereobase is needed.. 36mm is a good compromise for consumers to be able to take both stills and video.
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