panasonic introduces android smartphone with 1-inch sensor and leica lens

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for their 175th photography anniversary, panasonic premiered the lumix CM1 smart camera at an event during photokina. presented as an all-in-one smartphone, it combines leica optics with the world’s largest image sensor ever in a phone, a mechanical shutter, and a manual control ring. the device has the capabilities to handle 4k video recordings and captures photos in raw format thanks to its 2.3 ghz quad-core processor. images are viewed through a 4.7-inch full HD display and is also powered by an android operating system. at a resolution of 20 megapixels and an integrated wide-angle 28mm leica elmarit DC lens with aperture of f / 2.8, it ensures quick response times for photo shoots and is optimized to meet the needs of any professional photographer or amateur shooter.

the device come with 2GB of RAM and 16gb of built-in, with a microSD card slot allowing up to 128gb of extra storage

the device weighs 204 grams and measures 21mm in thickness



its 1-inch-high sensitivity sensor enables users to capture immaculate images in low light conditions