The digital photography competition (Europe) is open for six months from November 2009 until April 2010. Each month, a winner will be chosen and awarded a Lumix DMC-ZX1 the latest digital compact camera from Panasonic. The overall winner of the Lumix Award competition – for the single best digital photo - will win a Lumix DMC-GF1, the worlds smallest and lightest interchangeable lens system camera** from Panasonic along with tickets to see the Blue Man Group. Two runner-ups will each receive a Lumix DMC-FZ38 digital camera. All submitted digital photographs will be reviewed and judged by an independent panel of professional photographers and creative directors.

Under the theme of "Visualise Music," digital photographers are invited to submit each month one digital image that best captures the moment when music, whether through the sound of an instrument or every day life, impacts our visual senses.For further information on the Lumix Award competition or to see the submitted images, please visit: www.lumixaward.com

The α900 digital SLR from Sony sets a new benchmark for serious photo enthusiasts who demand the unrivalled quality and creative possibilities of full-frame imaging.

The flagship of the α DSLR range features the industry’s first ever 24.6 effective megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. Developed by Sony, this groundbreaking sensor’s ultra-high pixel count and large size – equivalent to a 35mm film frame – deliver extraordinary image detail and wide dynamic range.

Key features include: Superlative, detail-packed images from full-frame 24.6 effective megapixel CMOS sensor Exmor™. Bright optical glass pentaprism viewfinder with 100% coverage. nhanced SteadyShot INSIDE™ offers up to 4.0 steps anti-shake performance with α lense. Ultra-sharp shooting responses and flawless, low-noise images from dual BIONZ™ image processor. Review images on High Resolution 3.0-inch Xtra Fine LCD. Fast, high-accuracy 9-point AF with 10 focus assist points. 5fps continuous shooting at full resolution 24.6 megapixels

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