Panasonic is proud to see its LUMIX DMC-G1 camera getting awarded as the 2008 Camera of the Year award by Popular Photography & Imaging, the world’s largest imaging magazine. LUMIX DMC-G1, also known as the World’s first Micro Four Thirds digital camera has been recognized as a forward-thinking product.

“We are honored by Pop Photo’s selection of the LUMIX G1 as the 2008 Camera of the Year, as Panasonic’s intention was to change the digital photography space,” said David Briganti, National Marketing Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. “Panasonic created a new market with the LUMIX G1, putting “DSLR-like” features into a compact body that would still be powerful enough to take professional-quality photos, but easy enough for beginners to use and ultimately help them to improve their photography skills.”

Panasonic’s LUMIX DMC-G1 camera has been designed with inspiration from the Micro Four Thirds System standard that eliminated the need of internal mirror structure. It comes fitted with a perfect image sensor that has been reduced from 40mm to 20mm. It is priced at $799.95 and it is available in three elegant colors including, red, blue and black.

 

Via: Panasonic