MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)

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Detects Movement, Prevents Blurring
With most cameras, if a subject moves while you're shooting, you're liable to end up with a blurry photo. Not with LUMIX. All new LUMIX models feature Intelligent ISO Control*, which utilizes subject-motion detection circuitry inside the Venus Engine III image processor to automatically adjust the ISO setting to a preset 400, 800, or 1250 maximum**. The higher ISO level lets the camera shoot at a higher shutter speed, preventing motion blur. If the subject is not moving, the ISO setting remains as-is and you capture a beautiful, naturallooking image with minimal noise.

* This function is selected from the mode dial in all models except the FX07, FX50, LX2 and FZ50, where it is selected from the setting menu.
** The maximum ISO setting is 800 in the FX07, FX50, LX2, and FZ50.

Superior Noise Reduction without Losing Image Details

A newly designed noise reduction system detects chromatic noise and luminance noise separately. This lets you capture crisp, high-resolution images with no graininess even when shooting at a high ISO setting.

Enhanced Resolution for More Beautiful Images

In the previous Venus Engine image-processing LSI, we improved diagonal resolution by 50% over earlier models by extracting luminance signals from all of the pixels — red, green and blue, and now vertical resolution has been increased by about 10%. Images are rendered in fine detail and without visible color bleeding.

Adding to the Beauty with Digital Processing

The digital correction capability corrects chromatic aberration in telephoto shots and vignetting, which are inherent in every optical lens. This combines with the high optical precision of the Leica DC Lens to achieve even higher image quality.

Super-Fast Shutteer Response

Refinements have led to a super-fast response, with a release time lag as low as 0.005 seconds* and consecutive shooting at up to 3 frames per second**. The Unlimited Consecutive Shooting*** function lets you keep shooting until the SD Memory Card is full.
*Not including auto-focusing time.
**Not on some models.
***The consecutive shooting speed varies depending on the model, shooting conditions and memory card.

Less Energy Consumption for More Shooting Fun

Even with advanced functions like MEGA O.I.S. and a large, high-quality LCD monitor, the Venus Engine III uses around 80% less energy than the Venus Engine II. This, plus the use of a longer-lasting battery, greatly increases the number of shots you can take on a single battery charge.

Helps Keep Your Shots Steady, Even If You're Not

Jitter from shaky hands is far and away the biggest single cause of blurry shots. LUMIX cameras help solve this problem with an advanced optical image stabilizing system that we call MEGA O.I.S. This system uses built-in gyrosensors to detect even tiny camera movement and then shifts a lens in the opposite direction to compensate. The system is completely optical - it does not affect the CCD or image processing - so you get sharp, clear images without deterioration. It lets you shoot at shutter speeds up to three steps* slower than what you could use without it. It helps achieve high-quality images in a wide range of shooting conditions such as telephoto, macro or low illumination.
*Varies with the shooting conditions.

Two Image Stabilizing Modes

LUMIX cameras offer two image stabilization modes. In Mode 1, image is corrected continually, so you can see the image clearly on the LCD monitor. Mode 2 corrects the image the moment you press the shutter button, providing maximum compensation in all directions.