Panasonic GF1 review

An intriguing compact/SLR hybrid, complete with gorgeous lens

Our Score 4.5

Last reviewed: 2009-11-11November 11th 2009

Compact cameras Review

Price at launch	£669.00
Product Type	Mirrorless Camera
Battery Size Supported	Proprietary Battery Size
Maximum Video Resolution	1280 x 720
Effective Camera Resolution	12.1 Megapixel
USB	Yes
Wide Angle	No
PictBridge	Yes
Product Family	Lumix G
Colour	Silver
Digital Zoom	4x
Brand Name	Panasonic
Features	Face Detection, Live View, External Flash Shoe, Aperture Priority
Screen Size	7.6 cm (3")
Video Formats	QuickTime Motion JPEG
Viewfinder Type	No
Weight (Approximate)	285.0 g
Maximum Image Resolution	4000 x 3000
Maximum Frame Rate	60 fps
Number of Batteries Supported	1
Battery Built-in	No
Battery Rechargeable	Yes
Battery Included	Yes
Display Screen Type	LCD
Image Sensor Type	Live MOS
Total Camera Resolution	13.1 Megapixel
HDMI	Yes
Camera Assembly	Body Only
Memory Card Supported	Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
Height	71.0 mm
Width	119.0 mm
Depth	36.3 mm
Autofocus Points	23
Product Series	G
Image Formats	JPEG, RAW
Flash Modes	Flash OFF, Flash ON, Red-eye Reduction, Auto Flash
Focus Modes	Auto, Manual
Manufacturer	Panasonic
Product Model	DMC-GF1
Product Name	Lumix DMC-GF1 Mirrorless Camera
Product Line	Lumix
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Manufacturer Part Number	DMCGF1EBS
Manufacturer Website Address	www.panasonic.co.uk
Marketing Information	By using the Micro Four Thirds System standard and developing a camera body that eliminates the mirror box and optical viewfinder unit, the DMC-GF1 was able to achieve the world's smallest, lightest body as a system camera with a built-in flash. It also features classical, but new artistic flat design. This new-generation system camera features Full-Time Live View, high-speed Contrast AF, HD movie recording, and more. It is small enough to take anywhere, yet sophisticated enough to take you as far into photography and movies as you want to go.
Battery Life	380 Shot
Package Contents	Lumix DMC-GF1 Mirrorless Camera Battery Charger AC Adapter Battery Pack Body Cap AV Cable USB Connection Cable AC Cable Shoulder Strap CD-ROM
Display Resolution	460000 Pixel
Standard Warranty	1 Year