July 28, 2010 ·
Panasonic has launched the world’s first interchangeable 3D lens designed for company’s LUMIX G Micro system, allowing its users to experience high quality 3D shooting, while enjoying viewing the result on a 3D VIERA television set. The 2010 marking the first year of 3D era due to availability of 3D contents, made Panasonic to pioneer the industry by introduction of 3D capable VIERA TV as well as 3D Blu-ray disc Players. However development of the new lens was a response to individual demand wanting to enjoy 3D shooting. Contrary to the currently available 3D-capable interchangeable lens system where panorama systems or combination of two lenses and CCDs were used, the new Panasonic 3D lens features two optical systems which have been installed within the diameter of the lens mount, creating stereo images both from left and right lenses to be processed with a 3D image processing system. Panasonic is planning the release of this new lens before end of this year.
