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Along with the two new LUMIX DMC-FX55 and DMC-FX33 Digicams in its FX-series range, Panasonic also launched the Lumix DMC-FZ18 digital camera. This new member in the Lumix family features an 8.1 MP compact camera with an 18x optical zoom.

Like its siblings LUMIX DMC-FX33 and DMC-FX55, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 digicam too offers the Intelligent Auto Mode, which includes face detection, intelligent scene selector and continuous auto-focus functions. It further on incorporates a premium 28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens.

When the Intelligent Auto Mode is activated, the comprehensive functions engage automatically; thus doing away with the hassles of adjusting settings every time the external conditions change. DMC-FZ18’s Intelligent Auto Mode consists of the following:

Speaking about the digicam’s Intelligent Auto Mode, Alex Fried, National Marketing Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company said, “The Intelligent Auto Mode in the DMC-FZ18 does all the work for you, making photo-taking trouble-free.” Adding, “When taking into account the camera’s 18x optical zoom, which is among the industry’s longest zooms, and then adding 8.1 Megapixels, a 28mm wide-angle lens, MEGA Optical Image Stabilization, and Intelligent Auto Mode, the DMC-FZ18 delivers professional-level photo quality, in a powerful camera packed with advanced features that is still easy to use.”

The other features of the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ18 digital camera are:

Optional accessories include a tele-conversion lens, close-up lens, ND filter, MC protector, lens adaptor, AC adaptor, battery pack, soft case, and camera bag. Adorned in two colors, namely black and silver, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ18 digicam will hit stores across the US in September this year for around $400.