Honey I shrunk the DSLR…Panasonic introduces the G1 family of digital interchangeable lens cameras in a new format known as Micro Four Thirds System. The DMC-G1 is smaller and lighter than regular DSLRs because it loses the internal flip-up mirror and accompanying pentaprism. The Four Thirds refers to the aspect ratio (4:3) of the sensor.
Digital Photography Review has a nice review of the G1 at this link, as well as a discussion of the benefits of the larger sensor (7x larger than compact digital cameras) and the simpler internal structure.
12.1 megapixels, interchangeable lenses, 90,000 yen.
…does all this mean that there is a new acronym on the way to describe this type of camera? e.g. DIL (for digital interchangeable lens), or perhaps MFTS (Micro Four Thirds System), or M43, or maybe even µ4/3 ?? …time will tell.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1: World’s Smallest and Lightest Digital Interchangeable Lens Camera – Panasonic press release, September 12 2008
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