Panasonic's Lumix DMC-L1, first DSLR

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Jeff @ Feb 26th 2006 3:19PM

I'm having a hard time figuring out if this is *actually* an SLR. SLR doesn't mean "a camera with interchangeable lenses", SLR means "single lens reflex". Reflex meaning you're looking through the lens when you look through the viewfinder.

They talk about the mirror box in the specs on DPReview, but only in relation to the live view on the LCD (forgot to mention that part, Engadget - this is an "SLR" on which you can use the LCD for framing). There is no mention whatsoever of the viewfinder, which is one of the most important parts of an SLR. Is it an electronic viewfinder? It would almost seem like it has to be if the sensor data is being routed to the LCD.

Generally speaking, it seems like it's a pretty low-end prosumer cam that happens to let you change lenses. It's also going to be awkward to hold - they're using a pocket cam form factor on a camera that's capable of holding large and heavy lenses. Not much of a grip on that body.

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