Came across this from cnet today. Thought of sharing this news...
When Panasonic unveiled its third Micro Four Thirds camera, the Lumix DMC-GF1, three weeks ago, it was seen as the direct competitor to the Olympus E-P1. Both shooters have very similar size and specifications, with the exception of some features such as onboard flash and creative filter modes.
While the US pricing for the GF1 was available at its announcement, the Asian pricing was made known only today. The camera will be sold in two different bundles in Singapore--with the 14-45mm zoom lens or the 20mm F1.7 pancake optics, for S$1,299 (US$917.70) and S$1,499 (US$1,058.99), respectively. For now, the company has no plans to sell just the camera body alone.
With regards to the optional electronic Live View Finder add-on, Panasonic was not able to confirm its price. However, at an earlier meeting with the firm's representatives, we were told that this attachment will cost around S$300 (US$211.94).
We were also informed that the white version of GF1 won't be available in Singapore for the time being. Shutterbugs in other Asia regions will have to check with their local Panasonic offices if they are interested in this color variation.
The GF1 is already on retail shelves in Japan. Singapore and other Asia regions can expect it some time in October.
Source http://asia.cnet.com/crave/2009/09/24/panasonic-announces-gf1-price-for-singapore/
When Panasonic unveiled its third Micro Four Thirds camera, the Lumix DMC-GF1, three weeks ago, it was seen as the direct competitor to the Olympus E-P1. Both shooters have very similar size and specifications, with the exception of some features such as onboard flash and creative filter modes.
While the US pricing for the GF1 was available at its announcement, the Asian pricing was made known only today. The camera will be sold in two different bundles in Singapore--with the 14-45mm zoom lens or the 20mm F1.7 pancake optics, for S$1,299 (US$917.70) and S$1,499 (US$1,058.99), respectively. For now, the company has no plans to sell just the camera body alone.
With regards to the optional electronic Live View Finder add-on, Panasonic was not able to confirm its price. However, at an earlier meeting with the firm's representatives, we were told that this attachment will cost around S$300 (US$211.94).
We were also informed that the white version of GF1 won't be available in Singapore for the time being. Shutterbugs in other Asia regions will have to check with their local Panasonic offices if they are interested in this color variation.
The GF1 is already on retail shelves in Japan. Singapore and other Asia regions can expect it some time in October.
Source http://asia.cnet.com/crave/2009/09/24/panasonic-announces-gf1-price-for-singapore/
I do prefer a dual lens bundle.
