As expected, it did not take long for Panasonic to answer the challenge that Olympus threw at them. Today, they announced the Panasonic DMC-GF1 micro 4/3 camera system. Weighing 30% less than the Olympus E-P1 while featuring the same dimensions, the Panasonic also includes a built-in Flash and a Flash hot-shoe, which can hold an optional electronic viewfinder. In addition to a 20mm/f1.7 pancake lens and a 45mm/f2.8 Macro, Panasonic also published a lens roadmap for 2010 that includes a 100-300mm f/4-5.6 OIS, 8mm f/3.5 fisheye, and a 14mm f2.8 prime lens. Of course, you can attach both Panasonic’s and Zeiss’ 4/3 lenses through an adaptor.
I look forward to reading hands-on tests with this camera, since the Panasonic certainly has the potential to replace the Olympus E-P1 as my ideal travel camera.
Availability: Fall 2009
Price: $900 including either the 20mm or the 45mm lens
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