Panasonic Lumix FT3 Camera

Hot or cold, dry or wet, not a probrem to this pocket camera. Because the products are designed specifically able to subdue a variety of environmental conditions.

Lumix FT3 is a successor of the previous series in "Tough" class by Panasonic. And, this camera has various tests of toughness certification. Let's see one by one type of test that is able to pass by this metal body camera. FT3 is claimed can be brings to dive to 12 meters depth. With  help of Marine Case accessories, the depth can extends to 40 meters.

Not just dealing with water, this camera is also capable to operate at temperatures of -10 degrees Celsius. This thing is possible because the FT3 body is designed with protective tools and  seal. Thanks to its body design, this dustproof camera is safe to be brings at many outdoor activities.

In addition to physical ability, Lumix FT3 is also equipped with number of other interesting features, especially for outdoor activities. There are GPS and Compass Call which useful to know the users location. Then there is also a sensor of height (altitude), water depth (depth indicator) and also air pressure (barometer). All these facilities are useful to provide information about the surroundings environment.

FT3 equipped with 12 megapixel CCD sensor and wide-angle Leica lens with optical zoom up to 4.6 x . Remarkably, this camera lets the users create 3D images like movie in 3D format that is often played over the years. However, 3D images can only be enjoyed if you have right devices. Because its file extension is MPO, not JPG.

Like most other compact cameras, you can rely on the automatic mode when the camera is set up its own parameters before capturing the image. This camera can produce good images up to ISO 400. Above that, lots of detail start to lost. Similarly with video, though it runs smooth and has Full-HD resolution, the picture is less sharp due to fairly aggressive noise reduction effects.

Panasonic Lumix FT3 Specifications:

• Sensor: 1/2, 33 "(6.12 x 4:51 mm) CCD
• Maximum resolution: 12 Megapixel (picture), 1920x1080 - Full-HD 1080p (video)
• Zoom: 4, 6x Optical (28-128 mm)
• Range of focus: Normal 30 cm - Infinity, Macro 5cm
• LCD: 2.7 " 230000 pixels
• ISO: Auto / Hi Auto (1600-6400) / 100/200/400/800/1600
• Connection: Digital output USB 2.0 HDMI
• Dimensions: 10.3 x2, 7x6, 4 cm
• Completeness: USB Cable, AV Cable, Software CD, Quick Guide, Hand Strap, Li-ion Battery and Charger
• Body weight including battery: 196 grams
• Other: Waterproof (12m), Shockproof (2m), freezeproof (-10 º C), Dustproof