#11 Self Timer Modes (+ a secret)

#11 Self Timer Modes (+ a secret)

I know this is minor and some may think silly, but when you do a self timer and run to get in the picture, it is an effort- [or more like a gamble!], so I like the feature to set it for 10 second delay with ONE photo or THREE photos! So much easier when…

#8 Video Function is Seamless (like stills)

#8 Video Function is Seamless (like stills)

Many of you do not yet shoot videos, so  you might feel like this doesn’t apply to you, but in my mind’s eye, I see the future of photography branching out and including videos. I honestly believe the modern photographer (or the next generation) is going to need to be fluent in BOTH stills and…

#7 Weather Sealed

#7 Weather Sealed

It might not seem like much, but sometimes, being weather-flexible is the key to some terrific images.  I have photographed soccer games in the pouring rain for an hour in Texas with no problems. It was the only day and the only game I could attend- I’m so thankful that it was possible and we…

#6 Silent Mode

#6 Silent Mode

Sometimes you just want to shoot and not let people know – or just not intimidate people with the camera or interrupt the intimate or solemn moments. Silent Mode is perfect for that! You can silently capture and enjoy the moments without feeling like the elephant in the room! As photographers, don’t we all wish…

#4 Face Detection Auto Focus

#4 Face Detection Auto Focus

..oh, and FOLLOW FOCUS TOO: As a portrait photography (primarily) I rely on being able to focus on the face, and hopefully I am able to hit the eyes with my focus node….But sometimes we miss it when people are moving. With our DSLRs we are moving that little focus spot around to stay on…

#1 Constant Preview

#1 Constant Preview

I love the WYSIWYG [what-you-see-is-what-you-get] feature of a mirrorless camera! I often shoot in manual mode where I can control my exposure, and it is so helpful to literally SEE what your exposure is going to look like- and adjust accordingly. In fact, when new Lumix users first get their cameras, I show them how…

25 reasons why your next camera should be a Lumix Mirrorless!

25 reasons why your next camera should be a Lumix Mirrorless!

By Suzette Allen, Lumix Luminary and Hybrid Pioneer A note for the skeptics: yes, this is for you. Still shooters and Videographers alike. Of the 25 favorite features, 22 apply to “stills only” shooters, 20 apply to “just video” shooters, so at the most, you may see 3-5 features you may feel do not apply to you,…