Panasonic Lumix G100D Mirrorless Camera with 12-32mm Lens

Vlogging Features

• Benefitting recording while walking, riding, or even just working in low-light conditions, 5-axis Hybrid I.S. is an optimized image stabilization system that works in conjunction with lens-based OIS to reduce the appearance of camera shake for smoother video footage and sharper stills.
• The rear 3.0" 1.84m-dot LCD features a static touchscreen design for intuitive and responsive use and it has a free-angle design that benefits working from high, low, and front-facing (selfie) angles.
• Updated UI for vlogging includes a REC Frame Indicator, which presents a red border around the image frame, so you can easily confirm recording or not. Also, a Frame Marker overlay can be used to highlight the specific region of the frame that will show depending on the selected aspect ratio, which is perfect for direct output to social media platforms.
• Vertical video recording support is especially useful for video content intended to be viewed on a smartphone.
• Dedicated Video Selfie Mode can be set to automatically begin when the screen is rotated forward and will automatically highlight the main subject by optimizing depth of field, using face detection AF and AE settings, and automatically configuring the sound pickup range area depending on where the subject is.
• OZO Audio, by Nokia, has been integrated to enable spatial audio recording via three built-in microphones for improved richness and accuracy depending on where the desired sound is coming from. These three internal mics, which can be configured manually or automatically, also enable a unique Tracking setting, which works in conjunction with the detected angle of view of the lens and face recognition functions, for clearer audio during interviews, selfie videos, or in other speaking situations. For manual control, you can select Surround for recording within a wide range in all directions; Front, for recording subjects in front of the camera; and Back, for recording yourself or another subject behind the camera.

20.3MP Digital Live MOS Sensor and Venus Engine
The G100 is designed for high-speed, high-resolution imaging, featuring a 20.3MP MOS Micro Four Thirds sensor, devoid of a low-pass filter, coupled with an enhanced Venus Engine processor. This setup ensures sharp, detailed stills and UHD 4K video, maximizing resolution and minimizing noise, with sensitivities up to ISO 25600.

UHD 4K Video Recording
The G100 offers versatile video capabilities, recording UHD 4K at up to 30p with 8-bit color depth and 4:2:0 sampling internally, and Full HD at up to 60p. For external recording, Full HD is supported via micro-HDMI with 4:2:2 sampling and 8-bit color depth. Pre-installed V-Log L captures a flat, neutral gamma curve suitable for grading with a LUT for enhanced color control. Additionally, Full HD recording includes 4x and 2x slow motion, as well as 8x, 4x, and 2x quick motion settings. Time Lapse and Stop Motion features are also available for capturing subjects over time. For better audio quality, a 3.5mm microphone input is included for improved external audio capture.

 

Body Design and Wireless Connectivity

• The new OLED Live View Finder has a high 2.36m-dot resolution and 0.74x magnification for bright and clear eye-level composition.
• A larger means for image composition and playback, the 3.0" 1.84m-dot rear LCD monitor has a free angle, tilt and swivel design to support viewing from a variety of angles. It is also a touchscreen, which permits intuitive menu navigation and settings control.
• DMW-BLG10PP lithium-ion battery offers approximately 270 shots per charge with the rear LCD, 250 shots per charge with the LVF, or approximately 900 shots per charge when working in the Power Save LVF mode. Additionally, the battery can be charged in-camera via USB or via AC power.
• A dedicated Send Images button on the top plate, along with built-in 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Low Energy connectivity, allows for wireless image sharing and remote camera control from linked smartphones and tablets. Bluetooth LE also enables a constant connection to your mobile device, allowing for functions such as geolocation and automatic image transfer. The G100D now has a USB-C port that runs according to USB 2.0 standards for added compatibility.

4K PHOTO Modes

Utilizing the G100D's video recording capabilities, a trio of still shooting modes are available for recording continuous 8MP stills at a 30-fps shooting rate:

• Burst: This mode will allow you to continuously record, making it ideal for instances where you need a fast frame rate in order to capture the best moment.
• Pre-Burst: This mode is ideal for times when you're unsure of the critical moment to press the shutter button and will record images one second prior to and one second after pressing the shutter button in order to give you 60 frames to choose from.
• Burst (S/S): This mode most closely follows the video recording process, and allows you to playback your video, pause at the chosen moment, and use the shutter button to mark a chosen frame from the video and save it as a single 8MP frame.

Post Focus and Focus Stacking
The 4K capabilities of the G100 include a unique focusing method called Post Focus. Using the contrast-detection focusing system and Depth from Defocus (DFD) technology, Post Focus captures imagery as a 4K MP4 file at 30 fps, shifting the point of focus throughout the burst shooting. During playback, you can tap the camera's touchscreen to select the specific region you want in focus, creating an 8MP JPEG file. Multiple files with different focus points can be generated from the original burst, and focusing assist functions provide precise control over the focus area.

This technology also enables in-camera focus stacking to achieve a greater depth of field, particularly useful for close-up photography. In this mode, images are captured with varying focus points and blended together for extended depth of field.

Depth-From-Defocus AF System
The DFD (Depth-From-Defocus) technology enhances autofocus performance by quickly calculating subject distance and adjusting the focus position, allowing for continuous shooting with continuous AF. This contrast-detection method benefits both still and video recording modes and is effective for subject tracking, using subject color, size, and motion vectors to maintain precise focus. Face/eye detection capabilities make it easier to photograph people by prioritizing focus on a subject's pupil. The focusing sensitivity and speed are adjustable to optimize performance for different subjects, and AF sensitivity down to -4 EV supports low-light shooting conditions.

 

Other Camera Features

• Selfie Functions: Soft Skin Mode, Filter Effects, Background Control, Slimming Mode, Hands-Free Face Shutter Mode, and Self Timer.
• In-camera image editing is possible, and enables you to split video clips, resize and crop images, develop raw image files, and even retouch and remove objects from photos.

Lumix G Vario 12-32mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. Lens

Included with the camera body is the Lumix G Vario 12-32mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH.; a slim 24-64mm-equivalent zoom featuring a retractable design. Its optical design uses three aspherical elements and one extra-low dispersion element to correct spherical and chromatic aberrations for notable sharpness and clarity throughout the zoom range. A stepping AF motor and internal focus design are also employed for quick, quiet focusing performance that suits movie and photo applications, and MEGA O.I.S. helps to ensure sharp handheld photos by compensating for the effects of camera shake.