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Some [[digital camera|digital cameras]] have automatic '''panoramic functions''' that allow easy [[panoramic photography]] without the need for external tools or software.
Some [[digital camera|digital cameras]] have automatic '''panoramic functions''' that allow easy [[panoramic photography]] without the need for external tools or software. This technology was invented by [[Sony]] and is trademarked as "Sweep Panorama".<ref>{{cite web|title=Sweep Panorama|url=http://www.sony.com.au/article/339099/productcategory/di-digital-still-camera|accessdate=21 March 2013}}</ref>


==Marketing names==
==Marketing names==

Revision as of 18:45, 21 March 2013

Some digital cameras have automatic panoramic functions that allow easy panoramic photography without the need for external tools or software. This technology was invented by Sony and is trademarked as "Sweep Panorama".[1]

Marketing names

These all use the same technology but are marketed under different names. Some of these names are:

How it works

The effect is created by using a camera with a CMOS or CCD sensor and taking multiple exposures (by camera) while controlling the exposure setting. The camera combines the pictures into a large panoramic shot. Previously, Sweep panorama has featured on higher price camera with CMOS sensor, but currently is also found on cheaper cameras with CCD sensors.[2]

List of known cameras with function

  • Fuji: HS10, HS20EXR, F550EXR, F500EXR, F300EXR, Z900EXR, Z800EXR, S3200, S3300, S3400, S4000
  • Sony: HX1, HX5/5V, HX9V, H55, H70, TX1, WX1, W370, W350
  • Olympus: SZ20, SZ30
  • Nikon: P300

References

  1. ^ "Sweep Panorama". Retrieved 21 March 2013.
  2. ^ http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/12191