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Panasonic Lumix G97M Mirrorless Camera with Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

DC-G97MGN
Panasonic Lumix G97M Mirrorless Camera with Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
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Description

Bring your creative visions to life with the Panasonic Lumix G97M Mirrorless Camera with Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens. Perfect for both professional and aspiring photographers, this camera features a 20.3MP CMOS sensor, 4K 30p video with no time limits, 4K Photo, ultra-fast autofocus, and a 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 system. It also boasts a dust- and splash-resistant design, making it ideal for outdoor shoots. Plus, the included Lumix G Vario 12-60mm lens ensures stunning image and video quality in various settings.

Key Features

  • High-Resolution Images: Capture stunning, high-precision images with the Panasonic Lumix G97M. This mirrorless camera features a 20.3-megapixel CMOS sensor without a low-pass filter, enhancing resolution and reducing moiré effects for clearer photos.
  • Unlimited Video Recording: Get creative with your footage with the Lumix G97’s 4K 30p video with no time restrictions*. You can also explore slow-motion and quick-motion effects, plus use the microphone/headphone jack for professional sound, all with the pre-installed V-Log L feature.
  • Capture Stunning Stills: Featuring 4K Photo at 30fps, it allows you to capture high-quality stills from video so you’ll never miss any moment. It also has Post Focus and Focus Stacking, so you can fine-tune focus points and enhance depth of field after the shot.
  • Super-Fast Focus: Never miss a moment with its ultra-fast 0.07-second Auto Focus powered by DFD technology. Whether shooting stills or action shots, this Panasonic Lumix G97 camera delivers crisp, clear images of even the most fast-moving subjects.
  • Sharp & Stable Shots: This mirrorless camera integrates a 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 system that combines body and lens stabilisation, providing 5-stop correction power for sharp, detailed images, even in telephoto shots**.
  • Intuitive Controls: Easily frame your shots with the 2,360k-dot OLED Live Viewfinder, featuring a 0.74x magnification for a detailed view. For more flexibility, the 3-inch free-angle touch LCD screen provides a sharp 1,840k-dot resolution for smooth, intuitive controls.
  • Durable Finish: With a dust and splash-resistant exterior, the G97M is perfect for photographers who need reliable performance in challenging conditions.
  • Shoot Right Away: The LUMIX G97 Mirrorless Camera comes with a Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens, offering a versatile 24-120mm equivalent focal length. It features optical image stabilisation and fast, quiet autofocus to deliver sharp images in any setting. Plus, its weather-sealing and compact design makes it perfect for indoor and outdoor photography, ensuring clear, high-quality results.

*When the ambient temperature is high, the camera may stop the recording. Wait until the camera cools down.

**Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=140mm (35mm camera equivalent f=280mm), when H-FSA14140 is used.]

Specifications
All Product Details
Brand Panasonic
Product Type Mirrorless Digital Cameras
Model Number DC-G97MGN
Colour Black
Camera
Pixels (Actual) 21.77 MP
Pixels (Effective) 20.3 MP
Aspect Ratio (Camera) 4:3 / Primary Color Filter
Sensor Size 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio)
Image File Format JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.31), RAW
Image Stabilization 5-axis Dual I.S. 2
Tripod Mounting Thread Yes
Memory Card Type SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card (Compatible with UHS-I UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards.)
Camera Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Still image: Auto / i.ISO 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step) Creative Video Mode: Auto / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step)
Mechanical Shutter Speed H: 9 frames/sec (AFS/MF), 6 frames/sec (AFF/AFC) (with Live View) *When H-FS12060 is used. M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View) L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Electronic Shutter Speed H: 9 frames/sec (AFS/MF), 6 frames/sec (AFF/AFC) (with Live View) *When H-FS12060 is used. M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View) L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Shutter Speed Speed1/4,000-60, Electronic 1/16,000-1, Bulb 30min, X=1/200
Metering Method 1728-zone multi-pattern sensing system
Metering Range EV 0-18 (F2.0 lens, ISO100 equivalent)
Exposure Modes Program AE (P) / Aperture Priority AE (A) / Shutter Priority AE (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Creative Video (P/A/S/M)* / S&Q / Custom / Scene Guide / Creative Control / Intelligent Auto / Intelligent Auto Plus *The same exposure operations as P/A/S/M mode
White Balance AWB, AWBc, AWBw, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1/2/3/4, Color temperature setting 1/2/3/4
Camera Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type OLED Live View Finder
Viewfinder Resolution Approx. 2,360, 000 dots
Viewfinder Eye Point 20mm at infinity
Camera Focus
Focus Type Contrast AF system
Focus Mode AFS (Single), AFF (Flexible), AFC (Continuous), MF
Focus Points Face/Eye Detection, Tracking, 49-Area, Custom Multi, 1-Area, Pinpoint (Full area touch is available), (Scalable AF frame size and flexible AF position)
Focus Sensitivity EV -4 - 20 (F2.0, ISO100 equivalent, AFS)
Video
Timelapse Yes
Camera Lens
Lens Mount Type Micro Four Thirds (MFT)
Lens Included Yes
Lens Type Standard Prime Lens
Focal Length 12-60mm / 24-120mm (35mm camera equiv.)
Maximum Aperture f/3.5 (Wide) - f/5.6 (Tele)
Minimum Aperture f/22
Aperture Range f/3.5-f/5.6
Lens Filter Size 58mm
Maximum Magnification Approx. 0.27x / 0.54x (35mm camera equivalent)
Minimum Focus Distance 0.20m / 0.66ft (Wide), 0.25m / 0.82ft (Tele)
Optical Design 11 elements in 9 groups (3 aspherical lenses, 1 ED lens)
Diaphragm Blades 7, Circular
Lens Image Stabilization Yes
Camera Flash
Built-In Flash Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction
Maximum Sync Speed Less than 1/200 second
Flash Compensation 1/3EV step ±2EV
Speaker / Sound
Built-In Speakers Yes
Microphone
Built-In Microphones Yes
Microphone Type Stereo Wind Noise Canceller: OFF / Standard / High
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion (Li-ion)
Rechargeable Yes
Battery Capacity (mAh) 1200 mAh
Battery Capacity (Wh) 8.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 280 images (rear monitor), 300 images (LVF), 1050 images (Power Save LVF mode)
Charging
Charging Method USB Type-C
Connectivity
Wired / Wireless Wireless
Supported IEEE Standards 802.11b
Connectivity Type Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Bluetooth Version v5.0
Connection
USB Port 1 x USB Type-C
Temperature / Humidity
Operating Temperature 0℃ to 40℃ (32°F to 104°F)
Operating Humidity 10%RH to 80％RH
Dimensions
Product Width 13 cm
Product Depth 7.7 cm
Product Height 9.3 cm
Product Weight 0.53 kg
Warranty
Manufacturers 36 Months
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What's in the box
  • 1 x Panasonic LUMIX G97MGN Compact Camera
  • 1 x Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
  • 1 x Li-ion Battery (7.2V, 1200mAh)
  • 1 x battery charger, 1 x USB cable
  • 1 x shoulder strap
  • 1 x hot shoe cover
  • 1 x body cap
  • 1 x cover for battery grip connector
  • 1 x instruction manual
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