Sensor & Image Quality

• 10.1 megapixel 1/1.63″ CCD sensor that delivers detailed stills and better noise control for its class.

• Venus Engine FHD image processor improves dynamic range and low-light performance.

 Lens & Zoom

• Leica DC Vario-Summicron lens, 3.8× optical zoom (24–90 mm equivalent).

• Bright maximum aperture (f/2.0 at wide) great for low-light and shallow depth of field.

 Screen & Controls

• 3.0″ LCD with ≈460,000-dot resolution.

• Physical controls, including a mode dial and jog wheel, make quick manual adjustments easy.

 Exposure & Focus

• Full exposure modes — Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Program.

• Multiple autofocus modes including face and tracking AF.

 Video

• Records HD video (1280×720) in AVCHD Lite and Motion JPEG.

• Zoom and manual control work while shooting video.

 Other Useful Specs

• ISO range up to 12,800 for low-light shooting.

• Optical Image Stabilization (Power O.I.S) to help reduce shake.

• Optional hot shoe for an external flash or viewfinder.