The Lumix DMC-FZ47 packs a powerful optical zoom and attractive
options including manual operation, adding full-HD video recording capability
and the new Creative Control with Miniature Effect mode. The high quality lens
unit of 25mm ultra wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens with powerful 24x
Optical Zoom newly features Panasonics Nano Surface Coating technology to
minimize light reflection that causes ghost and flare. The powerful 24x optical
zoom (35mm camera equivalent:25-600mm) can be increased its power to 32x
equivalent with the Intelligent Zoom function taking advantage of the
Intelligent Resolution technology maintaining the picture quality even using
digital zoom.
New 12.1 Megapixel Hi-Speed CCD
Empowered by a new 12.1-megapixel Hi-Speed CCD sensor, the DMC-FZ47 is
compatible with high-speed, large-capacity signal processing required for
1920 x 1080 full-HD video recording in AVCHD and high speed continuous
shooting. And the advanced image processing LSI, the Venus Engine FHD,
assures high picture quality in both photo and video recording. It also
compiles the Intelligent Resolution technology to perform the optimum signal
processing depending on the part of a picture to give a whole image
outstandingly natural clearness with fine details. The Sonic Speed AF and a
quick start-up time give the DMC-FZ47 super high speed response that helps
to catch even the most fleeting photo opportunities. The accuracy and the
speed of AF Tracking are also dramatically improved.
The Freedom of Manual Control
For more artistic freedom, manual control is available with DMC-FZ47.
User can enjoy image shooting expressing their intention not only in photo
but also in video, utilizing a host of options including the new Creative
Control or Photo Style with a wide variety of preset options.
Intelligent Auto Modes
The LUMIXs popular iA (Intelligent Auto) powerfully assists in any shooting
situations to get the best result. Combined with the outstanding brightness
of the lens, the POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) and the Motion
Deblur mode*, the DMC-FZ47 thoroughly prevents any kind of blur - whether
the blur is caused by a handshake or the subject's motion. The POWER O.I.S.,
Face Recognition, Face Detection, AF Tracking, Intelligent ISO Control,
Intelligent Scene Selector and Intelligent D-range Control work
appropriately just by entering the iA mode for any user to take beautiful
photos with maximum ease.
Added Fun with 3D Capture
In addition, the realistic, less-distorted 3D image produced by DMC-FZ47
with the 3D Photo mode can also be enjoyed on a VIERA 3D HDTV or other
MPO-compatible 3D equipment.
Video Capture in MP4 with Internet Sharing
Uploader
Videos can be recorded in MP4 format to play it back directly on the PC
or other portable electronic devices without a need of conversion. Together
with the photos, users can enjoy their communication with the LUMIX Image
Uploader, which realizes instant image sharing via Facebook (photo) or
YouTube (movie) with any PC on the spot. The 3.0-inch Intelligent LCD has
now 460,000-dot high resolution to dramatically, improve visibility during
recording and playback.
Leica High Quality Long Zoom Optics
25mm Ultra Wide-Angle, Powerful 24x Optical Zoom LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT
Lens with Nano Surface Coating for Ultimate Versatility in Both Photo and
Video Recording
The powerful 24x optical zoom is available in video recording with the
mechanism designed to minimize the noise of auto focusing or zooming. With
DMC-FZ47, there are always two options to record spur-of-the-moment scenes -
high-quality photos or videos. The user can simply choose the one that saves
precious memories most beautifully.
Optical Image Stabilizer
When you don't know which mode will give you the best shooting results,
or when a sudden photo opportunity pops up and you don't have time to change
settings, simply choose the iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode and let the camera do
it all for you. Just choose the iA Mode, aim at your subject, and shoot.
Four detection and correction functions are simultaneously activated to
optimize the settings, so you get stunning photos every time.
Maximize Ease of Use and Creativity
The Intelligent Scene Selector automatically switches between Normal,
Portrait, Macro, Scenery, and Low Light modes according to the situation to
optimize visual quality.
The Intelligent D-range Control makes images look more natural by
preventing blocked shadows and blown highlights to optimize the exposure for
each part of an image. It also ensures a beautiful reproduction of gradation
and details.
The videos also come with the high-quality stereo sound of Dolby Digital
Stereo Creator, to offer highly realistic sound to the video. The Wind Cut
function is also available to block out most of the noise from background
wind automatically.
It is also possible to take still image while recording video
simultaneously (3.5-megapixel). With the Video Divide function, users can
divide the video into two sections to shorten or delete the unwanted part on
the spot in the camera. You can cut out a clear still image from a video in
the camera thanks to the Intelligent Resolution technology. A host of
options enhance the usability and fun of recording high quality full-HD
video.
Advanced Signal Processing System with the
Hi-Speed CCD and High Performance Venus Engine FHD
The 12.1-megapixel CCD with 2-channel signal output structure boasts
higher signal transfer speed for the operations that require high
performance and speed such as 1920x1080 full HD video recording and high
speed continuous shooting. The picture quality is also improved thanks to
the higher sensitivity which is made possible by highly efficient light
condensation adoption larger on-chip micro lenses.
Intuitive Manual Control and Creative
Options
Intuitive Manual Control and Creative Options including 3D Photo Shooting
The manual control available with the DMC-FZ47 elevates the operability
even higher. You can enjoy creative shooting expressing their intention not
only in photo but also in video, utilizing a host of options including the
Creative Control and the Photo Style.
In video recording, the DMC-FZ47 goes further than simply recording HD
videos. Apart from the video recording capability of conventional digital
compact cameras, the DMC-FZ47 also features a Creative Video mode, which
lets the user set the shutter speed and aperture manually to make even more
impressive videos. Changing the shutter speed brings special effects to
videos, which is especially suitable for shooting fast-moving subject. The
ability to control the aperture is convenient when there are several
subjects at different distances and it is desired to have each of them stand
out.
Intelligent Auto Makes it Easy
The Evolving iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode Makes Every Photo and Video More
Beautiful. Panasonic incorporated the Intelligent Auto mode in pursuit of
the ultimate ease of operation and the reduction of misshots. In the iA
mode, the camera does all the work, leaving you free to compose shots and
capture moments. Just press, aim and shoot.