Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 Camera Review

There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 manual and always important Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 lens which makes the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 kit or bundle, is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 Digital Camera Specifications

General Model Number DMC-LC40
Camera Format Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured No
Retail Price $699.00
Price Update Date 2005-11-27
Date Available 2002-04-30
Remote Control No
Tripod Mount Yes
Operating System Windows, MacOS
Weight 413 g
14.4 oz
Size 104 x 76 x 66 mm
4.1 x 3.0 x 2.6 in
Image Capture Image Resolution 2240x1680, 1600x1200, 1120x840, 640x480
Movie Resolution 320x240
Aspect Ratio 4:3
CCD Sensor (Megapixels) 4.00
CCD Size (inches) 1/1.8"
CCD Filter Type RGBG
Movie Audio Yes
Quality Levels 3
Lens Focal Length (35mm equivalent) 33 - 100 mm
Zoom Ratio 3.03x
Digital Zoom Yes
Digital Zoom Values 2x (lowered res)
Auto Focus Yes
Manual Focus Yes
Normal Focus Range 30 cm to Infinity
12.2 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range 6 - 50 cm
2.4 - 20.4 in
Max Aperture f/2.0
Aperture Range Description f/2.0 (wide) / f/2.5 (tele) - ???
Lens Thread Type Body Threads w/ adapter
Display Optical Viewfinder Yes
Optical VF Type Optical
LCD Viewfinder Yes
LCD Size (inches) 1.8
LCD Resolution (pixels) 110000
Exposure ISO Settings 100, 200, 400
ISO Rating Max 400
Number of White Balance Settings 7
White Balance Settings Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Halogen, Fluorescent, Flash, White Set
Manual White Balance Yes
Longest Shutter Time 8
Shortest Shutter Time 1/1000
Exp Adj Range 2.0 EV
Exp Adj Step Size 0.25 EV
Metering Modes Multiple, Spot
Spot Metering Yes
Aperture Priority Yes
Shutter Priority Yes
Full Manual Exposure No
Self Timer 2 or 10
Flash Internal Flash Yes
No of Flash Modes 5
Flash Modes Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye Slow Synchro, Off
Flash Range Default ISO (meters) 4.5
Flash Range Description Wide: 0.1 - 4.5m (0.3 - 14.8ft); Tele: 0.2 - 3.5m (0.7 - 11.5ft)
Ext Flash No
Image Storage Usable Memory Types SD/MMC
Memory Included (MB) 16.0
Uncompressed Format TIFF
CCD Raw Format No
Compressed Format JPEG, QT MotionJPEG Audio
Movie File Format QuickTime Motion JPEG
Connectivity Video Out Yes
External Connections USB 1.1
Other Connection DC In
Included Software ArcSoft PhotoBase, PhotoImpression, PhotoPrinter Pro, Panorama Maker
OS Compatibility Win 95, 98, ME, 2000 or XP; MacOS 8.5 - X classic
Performance Timing Movie Sec @ Max Res 75
Movie Sec @ Min Res 75
Power Battery Form Factor Proprietary
Usable Battery Types 7.2V 1400mAh Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included Proprietary Lithium-Ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included Yes
More Information Notes & Features Available as the DMC-LC40S and DMC-LC40K; the only difference is chassis color (silver and black respectively).

When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 Power Grip

Before you purchase, check to see what Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 camera or Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push.

All in all the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC40 powergrip digital camera.

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