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Panasonic introduces a new Lumix digital camera, the DMC-LS80, that combines easy-to-use advanced functions and AA-battery operation convenience. A newly developed Lumix DC VARIO lens system with 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 33-100mm on a 35mm film camera) fits into its compact body and gives a clear, sharp clear image right to the edge of the picture. The CCD has been upgraded to 8.1-megapixel high resolution, so even after cropping, you will still have a high resolution picture. Both the external and internal design has been revised throughout to enhance the ease of operation.

Panasonic has just added another camera to its Lumix range: the Lumix DMC-LS80. Thanks to this camera, even beginners can get great shots, because it comes with an 8-megapixel CCD sensor and a stabilised lens, all in a slim and stylish case. In addition to delivering excellent quality images, the Lumix DMC-LS80 is packed with all the latest technologies, including a high sensitivity mode going up to ISO 6400, which increases the brightness of images according to the level of darkness. The DMC-LS80 is equipped with a 3x optical zoom and an improved 35 mm-equivalent focal length of 33-100 mm, so you can integrate even more elements into your photos, as you could with a standard wide-angle lens. The Lumix DMC-LS80 also has a Mega O.I.S. stabiliser, which compensates for the effects of camera shake, and a Venus Engine III image processor to improve the quality of images by giving them better contrast and finish. There is even a number of scene and colour modes to help you take that perfect photo. You don’t have to be a digital camera expert to take great photos with the DMC-LS80.

Features
* 8.1 megapixels
* 3 x
* 2.5 in LCD display
* 27 MB - Integrated

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 Review From news

Pros: Low price, sharp images, lots of features considering cost

Cons: Some noise issues, a little haloing, slow start-up time
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 Review From cnet

The good: Optically stabilized lens; great color reproduction; can shoot widescreen video.

The bad: Noisy, soft pictures; very slow performance.

The bottom line: Though it stands out as one of the least expensive digital cameras to sport optical image stabilization, the LS80’s performance and pictures simply don’t hold up against competing budget cameras.

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