In addition to the advanced functions that will satisfy experienced photographers, the LUMIX GH2 is easy enough for beginners to use comfortably because of Panasonic's iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, a popular setting in the LUMIX point-and-shoots that automatically engages features and settings for optimal image quality by detecting the shooting environment.

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"We tested this update extensively and have found that the algorithm is very accurate at detecting site quality, but no algorithm is perfect, " the spokesman says.

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Toyota, moreover, has perfected the art of detecting and fixing quality problems early, often before customers even notice them.

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