eK-gadgets info

The last two new Panasonics are ultra-compact models in their FX series. The DMC-FX37 and DMC-FX150 are replacements for the FX35 and FX100, respectively. Here are their specs:

Lumix DMC-FX37 

• 10.1 effective Megapixel CCD
• F2.8-5.9, 5X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 25 – 150 mm (up from 4X on the FX35)
• Optical image stabilization
• Ultra-compact body comes in silver, black, blue, pink, white, and brown
• Venus IV image processor (same as before)
• 2.5″ LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Point-and-shoot operation, with latest revision of the Intelligent Auto Mode
• Automatic image leveling tool
• Records movies at 1280 x 720 (30 fps) with sound
• 50MB onboard memory + SD/SDHC/MMC card slot
• Optional HD video output cable
• Uses DMW-BCE10 li-ion battery; 310 shots per charge
• Ships in September for $349

Lumix DMC-FX150 :

• 14.7 effective Megapixel CCD (sigh)
• F2.8-5.6, 3.6X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28 – 100 mm
• 2.7″ LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Limited manual controls; RAW image format supported
• 720p movie mode has a 24 fps frame rate
• Uses CGA-S005 battery; 330 shots per charge
• Comes in silver and black only
• Ships in August for $399