Apr 05
A leaked hands-on by TechRadar reveals Panasonic’s new Lumix GF6: a beginner-friendly interchangeable lens shooter, that fills a gap between compact point-and-shoots and more complex mirrorless and DSLR cameras. More »
Apr 04
Panasonic’s Lumix GF6 leaks early with a 16MP sensor, tilting touchscreen and NFC for £449
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After passing by Taiwan’s WiFi certification tests, Panasonic’s latest interchangeable lens camera has broken cover over at TechRadar. The leak has given us the first glimpse at the Lumix GF6’s full spec list, which include the same 16-megapixel sensor as the GX1, a new Venus engine to assist with imaging performance, an electrostatic touchscreen and (in a first for ILCs) built-in NFC . Better still, the team had some time to play with the camera, which has shown itself almost precisely 12 months after the last GF iteration. The camera apparently tries to straddle the gap between compact point-and-shoots and the more technical world of mirrorless and DSLR shooters with a new mode dial on top and a more responsive touchscreen. In addition to NFC, there’s even built-in WiFi to aid image sharing — although we can only share the original article through the magic of Google cache — take a peek at the source below. No word on a specific release date in the leak, although the UK’s £449 price tag (which includes a new 14-42mm kit lens) should translate to around $680 on the other side of the Atlantic.
(Update: At TechRadar’s request, we’ve taken down the image of the GF6)
Filed under: Cameras
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Source: TechRadar (Google Cache)
Apr 04
Come 9th of April, word has it that Panasonic could be taking the wraps off two new cameras – the GF6 and the G6. Both cameras are expected to take advantage of the 16MP sensor found on the GX1 and will come with features such as improved AF, a faster processor and an articulated screen for the GF6 model. However apart from that, not much else is known about either device, until recently when a recent filing with the Taiwan National Communications Commission revealed that the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 will come with built-in WiFi capabilities.
What this means for photographers is that they will be able to transfer photos from their camera to a mobile device, like a smartphone or tablet, or a computer without the need for cables, making it handy while moving about snapping photos and not having to run back to hook it up. We’re not sure if this feature will extend to the G6, so we guess we will have to wait and see.
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Apr 02
Panasonic – 2 more series of Smart VIERA TVs – GT60 series: “Full Black Panel IV” & VT60 series: “Full Black Panel IV Plus”
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GT60 series
It’s got “Full Black Panel IV” with color reproducibility and movie high-resolution, characteristics of a light-emitting panel, and “MY HOME” function that combines and displays some information you want to keep on the home screen.
Attached electric touch pencil enables you to write letters or draw directly on photos that are displayed on the screen and to save them in a smart device or share them.
Sizes (Models): 55 inch (TH-P55GT60), 50 inch (TH-P50GT60)
Price: open
VT60 series
It’s got “Full Black Panel IV Plus” with color reproducibility and movie high-resolution, characteristics of a light-emitting panel and has “best picture expression”. Also, it features “Fine Remaster Engine” that precisely re-produces movies from the internet. The “MY HOME” function combines and displays some information you want to keep on the home screen, a voice-activated control by remote control with a microphone, and a face recognition function by the built-in camera are offered.
It also has a touch pad remote control that you can use to move a cursor on the TV when controlling it.
Size(Model): 65 inch (TH-P65VT60), 55 inch (TH-P55VT60)
Price: Open
Apr 02
Panasonic – Smart VIERA FT 60 series – 4 models with new IPS LC Display and fine remaster engine – enjoyable viewing from wider viewing angles
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Panasonic’s new LDC TV “Smart VIERA FT 60 series” with new IPS LC Display and fine remaster engine will be out in late April. 4 models (60, 55, 47, 42 inch sizes) will be available.
With built-in new IPS LC Display and fine remaster engine, the display is watchable at wider viewing angels than previous models, and colors, brightness, and contrast is good even when viewing from wide angles. Internet movies or letters that are deteriorated can be converted with its own algorithm to easily viewable movies or letters.
It comes with Panasonic’s new “MY HOME” function as well. You can combine and display some information you want to keep on the screen or you can set up several different home screens according to the needs of family members.
Sizes (Models): 60 inch (TH-L60FT60), 55 inch (TH-L55FT60), 47 inch (TH-L47FT60), 42 inch (TH-L42FT60)
Price: TBD
Apr 02
Panasonic – Both horizontal and vertical setup capable home theater sound bar system – SC-HTB570
Posted in: Today's ChiliAnother version of Panasonic’s new “home theater sound bar system” – SC-HTB570 – to be released on April 26, is comprised of a wireless subwoofer and 2 speakers that can be placed both horizontally and vertically.
The components are wirelessly connected through Bluetooth.
Also, its “Meiryo (clear) Voice” function allows you to adjust the sound mix to turn up the voice level in the audio of a show you are watching. This might really be helpful when …
Apr 02
Panasonic – Subwoofer built-in slim home theater sound bar system – 2 models: SC-HTB170 and SC-HTB65
Posted in: Today's ChiliPanasonic is releasing 2 models of their new “home theater sound bar system”: SC-HTB170 and SC-HTB65. They are about 55mm high and their subwoofers are built-in to the body. In addition to that, both models can wirelessly connect through Bluetooth compatible devices so there is no need for speaker cable wiring – they can be placed very neatly and in a wider variety of places.
“SC-HTB170″ has “Shindo (vibration) killer” function to reduce unnecessary …
Apr 02
Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC) (TOKYO:6752) announced its delisting schedule from the New York Stock Exchange. The company has American Depository Shares (“ADS”) listed, which the company first listed in December 1971.
The company’s shares are also listed and mainly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Osaka Securities Exchange and Nagoya Stock exchange.
The company said that the listing of its ADS was originally done to promote trading of its shares and to raise the …
Apr 01
Win a chance to explore Panasonic’s 2013 lineup in New York City with Engadget!
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In Engadget’s ongoing quest to get you, our lovely readers, as up-close-and-personal with the electronics of the future, we’re partnering once more with Panasonic to take a couple (hundred) of lucky readers into an otherwise media-exclusive hands-on event. As these events tend to be, it’s taking place in Jay-Z and Robert DeNiro’s backyard, downtown Manhattan, and there’ll be ample time to learn about Panasonic’s 2013 lineup. Moreover, it’s a chance to be among the first to preview Panasonic’s 2013 product lines, including the new Smart VIERA ZT Series Plasma TVs and WT Series LED TVs, as well as new home audio, imaging, home appliance and personal care items.
You’ll need to get yourself into the bit city and over to the shindig by 6:30PM ET, but there’ll be no need to arrive early and line up — if you receive a confirmation email, you’re in. We’ll also be in attendance, giving out friendly conversation and the occasional hug. To enter, shoot an email to nycevents [at] engadget.com, and we’ll get you all squared away.
Beyond just getting first hands-on with Panasonic’s HDTVs and myriad other unreleased electronics, one very lucky attendee will give a forever home to the devices on hand in the form of a “techover” — that means Panasonic wants to give you a whole bunch of stuff: a VIERA HDTV, Home Theater, Home Audio, LUMIX Camera, Personal Care and Home Appliance products. There’ll also be other giveaways, of course. We just wouldn’t feel right inviting you out and not sending you home with something to remember us by!
Filed under: Displays, Home Entertainment, Household, HD
Apr 01
These days, it is all about convergence devices as well as ideas, and when it comes to the humble clothes clip, I guess you can more or less say that the design could not be improved further. Or could it? Apparently so, as evident by the folks over at Panasonic of Japan, having unveiled the hands-free LED clip light BF-AF20P which will arrive in different pleasing colors. The Panasonic BF-AF20P LED light will not only help you light up your path or the immediate area (although do not expect it to flood the entire area), it also doubles up as a clothes clip which comes in handy to dry clothes.
The light’s angle can be also adjusted, and since it has the task of helping you keep those wet clothes on a clothesline, a semblance of waterproof capability is more than welcome, and that is exactly what the LED clip light BF-AF20P is – splash-proof. Running on a couple of CR2032 button cell batteries, the LED light will measure 35mm × 34mm × 50mm, tipping the scales at approximately 19 grams, battery included. Out later this May, pricing details will be announced in due time.
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