- 12.1-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-size prints
- Waterproof to a depth of 10 feet, shockproof from falls up to 5 feet, and
dustproof
- Records AVCHD Lite HD video
- 4.6x MEGA image-stabilized optical zoom; 28mm wide-angle Leica DC
Vario-Elmar lens
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
From the Manufacturer
Panasonic's new Lumix DMC-TS1 is the world’s first waterproof, shockproof and
dustproof digital camera to also feature AVCHD Lite High Definition (HD) video
recording capabilities. The TS1’s tough and rugged design makes it the ideal
choice for active users needing the ultimate hybrid for capturing both still and
motion images during outdoor activities. The Lumix TS1, with a 12.1-megapixel
resolution, features a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens, a 4.6x optical
zoom and Panasonic’s proprietary iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, making this an
easy-to-use, yet powerful camera that packs advanced imaging features.
The TS1 is waterproof to a depth of 10 feet, shockproof from falls up to 5 feet,
and dustproof. With its rubber padding, reinforced glass and carbon resins
inside the camera, the TS1 features an airtight body protected against water
immersion, dust and sand.
Starting at the 28mm wide angle, and zooming up to a useful 128mm in telephoto,
the TS1 gives users the flexibility for a variety of shooting
environments--especially underwater, where movement is often restricted and the
angle of view becomes important for composing shots. The TS1 also features a
2.7-inch, 230,000-dot Intelligent LCD with a wide viewing angle, enhancing
visibility during recording and playback by automatic brightness control
according to the environment’s lighting conditions. Plus, the TS1’s LCD panel is
deliberately thickened for protection against pressure, allowing the display to
operate with clear visibility even underwater.
The TS1 records AVCHD Lite HD video, allowing almost double the recording time
in HD quality compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format. The TS1 also
features Dolby Digital Creator to record high quality audio to match the
high-quality motion images.
The TS1 features iA mode for both still images and in Movie Mode. For iA in
Movie Mode, the TS1 features Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.), which helps
prevent handshake when using high-powered zoom. Face Detection automatically
detects a face in a frame and adjusts focus, exposure, contrast, and skin
complexion on the face. Intelligent Exposure continually checks the ambient
light level and adjusts the exposure setting as conditions change to prevent
blown highlights and blocked shadows. And Intelligent Scene Selector
automatically switches between Normal, Portrait, Macro, Scenery, and Low Light
modes according to the situation to optimize visual quality. A Wind Cut function
is also available to block out most of the noise from background wind. Optical
zoom can be used in motion image recording. Users can start video recording by
simply pressing a dedicated button on the camera's back panel.
The TS1’s iA for still image adds Face Recognition--a feature that "remembers"
faces from previous shots. When a registered face appears in the frame, the
camera will prioritize focus and exposure to capture it beautifully. With Face
Recognition, when a familiar face is recorded several times, the camera will
prompt you to register the face. Once registered, if the face appears into the
frame again, the camera will display the name specified for that person and
prioritize focus and exposure so that the registered face is bright and sharply
focused.
The imaging power of Lumix has further evolved with the Venus Engine HD, which
boasts two CPUs to provide approx. 2.4x processing capability and support for
Face Recognition, AVCHD Lite and HDMI output. It integrates the numerous
advanced functions with high performance, and low-power consumption. Thanks to
the Venus Engine HD, it’s easy to view photos or movies recorded in AVCHD Lite.
Simply insert the SD Memory Card from the camera in the Panasonic VIERA HDTV’s
Image Viewer SD Memory Card slot to start playback, or connect the camera via an
optional HDMI mini cable to a VIERA Link-equipped Panasonic VIERA HDTV and use
the TV's remote control to run slideshows.
This multi-task image-processing engine also enables a fast response time. The
TS1 starts up quickly in 1.3 seconds and shutter release time lag is
approximately 0.005 seconds, making it easy to capture sudden,
spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities. The Flash Burst mode makes it possible
to take consecutive shots with continuous emissions of the flash. The Venus
Engine HD also supports a High Sensitivity mode that lets the TS1 record up to
ISO 6400, sensitive enough to capture subjects in near-total darkness without
using a flash. Despite its outstanding performance, the high-performance engine
is also more energy efficient, extending the battery life up to 340 shots (CIPA)
per a single charge.
Other features of the Lumix DMC-TS1 include:
- New Scene Modes for Still Images: Beach & Surf mode gives users a single
mode with optimized auto white balance for optical shooting on the beach and
in shallow water.
- New Panorama Assist scene mode allows users to shoot a number of
consistent photos, either vertically or horizontally, by aligning them
according to a guide that overlaps the screen. Then using those photos and the
bundled PanoramaMaker software, users can create dramatic panoramic images.
- Increased Scene modes for both still and motion image shooting--optimized
for a variety of situations. There are 26 scene modes for still image and 17
for motion image (Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self portrait, Scenery, Low
light, Food, Party, Candle light, Sunset, High sensitivity, Beach & Surf,
Snow, Aerial, Pin hole, Film grain and Underwater)
- LED Illumination is available in motion image recording.
- High-Speed Burst (Speed Priority) that fires off approximately 10 shots
per second.
- Menus are clearer and easier to navigate with the Display Size option.
- Macro Zoom function lets users pull subjects even closer to capture
dramatic close-up shots by using the 3x digital zoom in the wide-angle.
- Bundled Software: The latest version of PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0 HD Edition
allows users to view, edit and archive captured content with greater ease and
fun. Still and motion images can be transferred to the computer via a USB
cable for viewing and archiving. Using PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0 HD Edition, users
can edit and remove unwanted portions of video clips recorded in AVCHD Lite.
Contents recorded in AVCHD Lite can be burned directly onto a DVD disc or
converted to MPEG2 format. The software also incorporates the Face Recognition
function, which recognizes registered faces in photos stored on the computer,
making organizing and archiving photos with a specific person much easier.
Additionally, motion pictures can be uploaded directly to YouTube.
Product Description
The camera body is waterproof to 3m. It's dustproof too, so you don't have to
worry about dust or sand getting inside. And it has passed drop tests at a
height of about 1.5m. This is one tough little camera that you can take wherever
action takes you.The TS1 records HD motion images with 1280 x 720-pixel
resolution. It uses the AVCHD (MPEG-4/H.264) format, via AVCHD Lite which stores
less data than other formats and thus lets you shoot more minutes of HD motion
images before running out of memory.Just set the camera to iA mode, aim and
shoot. The camera does the rest for you. It automatically sets the optimal mode
for the shooting situation, and helps correct blurring, focus, and brightness
problems. It also activates the Face Recognition function, which finds familiar
faces in a group of people and captures them in a clear focus and with proper
exposure.A retracting lens with folding optics is used in this 4.6x zoom lens
system, which lets you take shots from the 28mm wide-angle to 129mm telephoto.
This gives you the flexibility for virtually any shooting situation - even
underwater shots, where the angle of view is naturally narrowed, or when you
just want to fill the frame with your subject.
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