Panasonic has unveiled their first 3D-capable cam, the Lumix DMC-3D1. Like Fujifilm’s Real 3D W1, the 3D1 is highlighted by a dual lens feature that gives it the ability to shoot stereoscopic 3D photos and videos. The cam rocks a pair of 25mm ultra wide angle, 4x optical zoom lens, along with a 12-megapixel sensor, making for a compact point-and-shoot that’s capable of shooting 8-megapixel 3D stills and clips, or 12-megapixel 2D photos and videos with a 1920 x 1080 resolution.
Officially, this cam shouldn’t exist… or at least not yet. But thanks to a number of leaks that go back as early as late October, we’re already aware that Panasonic has a new Micro Four Thirds cam called the Lumix GX1 up their sleeves. Right now, the cam still hasn’t been officially announced, but this latest “leak” pretty much spoils the (official) surprise. It’s a video of what looks to be the GX1’s official promo videos, posted on Panasonic’s own site. [video after the break]
Compact point-and-shoot cams are basically the same these days. You check out the screen size, megapixel count, body size (for portability), and maybe even the colors and design, then make a decision. As far as tech goes, they all start to sound the same anyway. You get auto-everything to spare you from having to figure out settings, and a bunch of features that you’re probably not going to use because, well, that’s why you bought a compact point-and-shoot, right? Anyway, here’s one that comes with a different feature for the point-shoot-and-share crowd: the Panasonic Lumix FX90. It comes with a built-in Wi-fi connection for instant sharing to the online service of your choice.
Need a notebook that’s both rugged and compact? Panasonic has a lot of those, under their Toughbook line. They just introduced another one called the S10, a three-pound, 12.1-inch ultraportable notebook that features a drop-resistant magnesium alloy shell and a spill-resistant keyboard. The highlight on this kit? It packs a battery that’s rated to last up to 12.5 hours. Handy in case you need to work away from a power socket for half a day.
Finally, someone thought of a way to make things a little more easy for consumers. See, with all the different 3D products spread out among different 3D-making brands who use different 3D tech, it’s getting pretty hard to decide these days. Products that feature 3D video tech don’t come cheap after all. Anyway, here’s what’s on tap for the near future: Panasonic, Samsung, Sony and 3D solutions company XPAND 3D said that they’ll be working on a 3D active glasses standard called the Full HD 3D Glasses Initiative.
