Panasonic GF5

Much talk in network, thanks to the "rumors" in recent days, the Panasonic Lumix GF5 now has a "face" with certain technical data and the official announcement by the manufacturer.
The new Micro Four Thirds mirrorless is actually an upgrade of previous Panasonic GF3, with respect to which it offers, above all, a new sensor and a new image processor, coupled that promises better quality images.

Heart of the Machine Live MOS 12.1-megapixel sensor. Panasonic has redesigned the Venus Engine processor, which now incorporates the system for noise reduction "and 3D Multi-process".
Like the other machines micro 4/3, even the Lumix GF5 has a conversion factor for the optical equal to 2x.

Mirrorless very compact and lightweight (measures 108 x 67 x 37 mm and a weight, with battery inserted, of 267 grams) now offers the Panasonic GF5 rubberized handle for easy grip. The LCD display is touchscreen, 3-inch with a resolution of 920,000 dots. The functions include touch focus, shooting, navigation menus and reviewing photos.
The machine can operate in fully automatic (Intelligent Auto mode takes care of everything, from finding the best scene, the reduction of the rough, by improving the dynamic range of better definition), but it gives its best with the manual controls.
The range of sensitivity allows values ​​between ISO 100 and ISO 12800. The shutter speed reaches 4 frames per second.

Panasonic has revised the user interface, which now includes the 'Girl Guide', a series of examples, snapped by professional photographers, who can imitate and follow the instructions of the guide. Great for beginners.
Are 14 Creative Filters, which let you apply artistic filters to images.

The Panasonic Lumix GF5 allows you to record Full HD video with stereo sound and continuous autofocus.
The rechargeable battery provides autonomy (declared by the house) of approximately 320 shots per charge. The memory slot accepts SD / SDHC / SDXC.
The built-in flash guide number is 5. As well as for the GF3, there is no support for a more powerful external flash.

The Panasonic GF5 - available in black, white and red - will be in stores in autumn (the exact date has not yet been specified) at a price of $ 599 for body + kit 14-42mm standard zoom and 749 , $ 99 for the kit with the power zoom 14-42mm.