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The World's Smallest and Lightest Body

High Image Quality / Contrast AF System

Creative Functions for Both Photos and Movies

Creative HD Movie in AVCHD Lite

iA Mode with Face Recognition

Versatile Functions and Expandability

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Artistic Flat Design
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The World's Smallest and Lightest Body

Shoot Photos and Movies with the Artistic Flat Body The World’s Smallest and Lightest System Camera*

LUMIX G Micro System has added a powerful new model DMC-GF1 to its line-up of new-generation digital interchangeable lens system cameras. Distinguished by an artistic flat body that is both elegant and compact, the DMC-GF1 debuts as the world's smallest and lightest system camera with a built-in flash*.
While it is small in size, the DMC-GF1 optimizes the advantages of a system camera to assure outstanding image quality. It can record both vivid still shots and smooth, beautiful motion images, featuring the AVCHD Lite movie. As the "artistic flat" body description suggests, the DMC-GF1 puts a palette of creative possibilities featuring My Color Mode and Film Mode, with the addition of LUMIX's popular iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode as well as aperture preview and shutter speed preview functions through the Full-time Live View.
Experienced photographers will find the DMC-GF1 an ideal everyday camera in the bag anytime, and those new to system cameras will find that it gives them the potential to explore realms of photography far beyond the limits of compact cameras.

* For a system camera with a built-in flash as of September 2, 2009.

Structural Comparison between a D-SLR (L10) and GF1

The Comparison of the Dimensions and Weight

By using the Micro Four Thirds System standard and developing a camera body that eliminates the mirror box and optical viewfinder unit, the DMC-GF1 was able to achieve a dramatic reduction in both size and weight, compared with conventional digital SLR cameras. In addition, compared with the DMC-G1, it reduced 35% in the volume and 26% in the weight.

Advanced Functions and Easy Operation All in One Uncompromising Functions

The DMC-GF1 does not compromise on functions. It comes equipped with a built-in flash and boasts a large 3.0-inch Intelligent LCD with a wide viewing angle and full 460,000-dot resolution. You can enjoy vivid, exceptionally detailed images both when shooting and when viewing the results. The DMC-GF1 is compatible with an optional Live View Finder (DMW-LVF1), which provides the Full-time Live View function boasting 100% field of view regardless of the lens to attach.

High image quality of 4/3-type 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor3.0-inch 3:2 460,000-dot Intelligent LCD with a wide-viewing angleBuilt-in flashHot shoeOptional Live View Finder DMW-LVF1

The DMC-GF1 was paid meticulous attention to operating ease when designed. The drive mode lever and rotary / click rear dial are considerately placed for operation with minimal finger movement. The precise button placement and simple, logical menu interface work together to make operation easy and intuitive. The DMC-GF1 is sophisticated in form, offers an extensive function set, provides uncompromising performance, and delivers the ultimate in operating and shooting ease.

Drive mode lever and mode dialSystematic button layoutA simple and logical menu interfaceRotary / click rear dialDedicated motion picture button

Enhance Your Own Shooting Style Body Color Variations

The DMC-GF1 comes in a choice of body colors: true black, active red, sleek silver, and clean white. "SAKURA” pink has been added, and makes even more fun to choose the one that fits your style. With other body parts crafted of finely textured aluminum, it has a high-quality appearance to be attractive while it is exceptionally practical design. The DMC-GF1 is absolutely the camera that gives every photographer a pleasure to own.

DMC-GF1 Sales Packages

DMC-GF1 BodyDMC-GF1C Lens KitDMC-GF1K Lens Kit

・Four Thirds™ and Micro Four Thirds™, and Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the European Union and other countries.

* Availability of models and colors may differ depending on the country.
* Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the LUMIX models and optional accessories that are available in your market.